The Straits Times - April 20, 2025
The Straits Times - April 20, 2025
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In this issue
April 20, 2025
PAP and WP ramping up efforts in East Coast GRC
With just two weekends left before Polling Day on May 3, both the PAP and WP have been intensifying efforts to reach out to residents in hotly contested East Coast GRC.
4 mins
Judge candidates not just as individuals, but also the party they stand for: SM Lee
PAP bringing in good team to provide best possible leadership for S'pore, he says
4 mins
Multi-generational park in MacPherson part of 5-year masterplan for Marine Parade
More than 140 projects, costing over $324m, to be rolled out, if PAP candidates are elected
4 mins
Ng Chee Meng to contest Jalan Kayu; PAP incumbents to defend Kebun Baru, Yio Chu Kang seats
Labour chief Ng Chee Meng will contest the new Jalan Kayu single seat under the PAP banner when Singaporeans go to the polls on May 3.
3 mins
SM Lee to helm Ang Mo Kio GRC team, which has two new members
Jasmin Lau and Victor Lye will bring fresh ideas and energy to do good, he says
4 mins
Renewal top of mind as PAP, WP head into general election
Each party's showing will shape foundations on which its next chapter of growth is built
4 mins
Renewal Top Of Mind As PAP, WP Head Into General Election
Each party's showing will shape foundations on which its next chapter of growth is built
4 mins
Nee Soon GRC Likely to See 4 New PAP Faces Including Ex-NMP Syed Harun Alhabsyi
Anchor minister for Nee Soon GRC K. Shanmugam said the constituency is likely to see four new faces in the general election, with the slate of candidates to be introduced at a press conference on April 21.
2 mins
WP Unveils Three More Candidates, Including Senior Counsel Harpreet Singh
Opposition party did not indicate which constituencies they will be fielded in
4 mins
WP expects more 3-cornered fights this election, says Pritam Singh
The Republic can expect more three-cornered fights in the coming election as the WP has no interest in making way for other parties, said WP chief Pritam Singh.
3 mins
PSP's Lawrence Pek to tap corporate experience to speak up for residents
Having spent almost three years advocating for manufacturing enterprises of all sizes in Singapore, PSP new face Lawrence Pek now wants to apply his skills to engaging with the Government to draw attention to what Chua Chu Kang GRC residents need.
4 mins
WP's Andre Low to take 'hands-on' approach to Parliament if elected
He sees himself advocating policies that matter to younger people, such as housing
4 mins
Candidates urged to fact-check information, guard against foreign interference
Candidates in the May 3 general election have been advised to fact-check information they receive and stay alert to foreign interference threats and hidden agendas before sharing or reacting to the information in the context of their campaigns.
2 mins
PSP unveils line-up for Chua Chu Kang, Bukit Gombak
Ex-chief of S'pore Manufacturing Federation, trio with polls experience make up GRC team
4 mins
SPP Launches Manifesto, Proposes Distributing Government Surpluses as CDC Vouchers
The Singapore People's Party (SPP) has launched its manifesto ahead of the general election on May 3.
3 mins
SDP Launches Campaign Slogan ‘Thrive, Not Just Survive’
Reduction in GST and introduction of minimum wage Act among party's proposals
3 mins
SDP unlikely to contest Holland-Bukit Timah GRC to consolidate resources, says Chee Soon Juan
The opposition Singapore Democratic Party is unlikely to field a team in Holland-Bukit Timah GRC, despite having contested there the past three elections.
2 mins
Red Dot United proposes cash transfer to all Singaporeans in manifesto
The opposition Red Dot United (RDU) has proposed that an unconditional cash transfer be given to all Singaporeans to increase their financial security, amid rising costs and economic uncertainty.
3 mins
GE2025, ISLAND EDITION
Pulau Ubin's elderly voters and their election stories
6 mins
Iran, US Hold Fresh Talks in Rome in Bid to Reach Nuclear Deal
Iran and the United States started a new round of nuclear talks in Rome on April 19 to resolve their decades-long stand-off over Tehran's atomic aims, under the shadow of US President Donald Trump's threat to unleash military action if diplomacy fails.
2 mins
Zelensky insists he won't cede territory to Moscow while Trump eager to cement truce
Zelensky insists he won't cede territory to Moscow while Trump eager to cement truce
4 mins
Tariff war sparks panic buying of K-beauty products in the US
On his first-ever trip to South Korea this week, American tourist Jonathan Ko made a beeline for the country's health and beauty retail giant Olive Young's flagship store in Myeongdong, Seoul's trendy shopping street.
4 mins
Malaysia Trade Minister Leading Team to US in Attempt to Avert Tariff War
KL Hopes to Understand US Position So It Can Plan Strategy
4 mins
RFK Jr.'s remarks that autism 'destroys' children spark outrage
Many parents fear his comments will set back efforts to destigmatize the disorder
4 mins
Japanese Warships Dock at Cambodian Naval Base
Two Japanese warships made a port call at Cambodia's Chinese-renovated naval base on April 19, the Japanese embassy said, the first vessels to dock at the site that has raised concerns in Washington.
1 min
Johor's project to upgrade Stem education takes off — in Singapore
Educators from Malaysian state attend week-long course at NIE under pilot project
4 mins
Robots race against humans for first time in Beijing half-marathon
Twenty-one humanoid robots joined thousands of runners at the Yizhuang half-marathon in Beijing on April 19, the first time these machines have raced alongside humans over a 21km course.
2 mins
In Trump's America, women ditch feminism for 'tradwife' lifestyle
Online influencers offer guides on how to walk, talk and act more femininely
5 mins
New species of bug discovered, named after Singapore
A new \"Singapore citizen\" has been discovered living on the roadside at the National University of Singapore (NUS).
2 mins
Natural history museum turns 10 with activities galore
It will have an open house, tours, events to celebrate a decade of zoological discovery
3 mins
More degree holders, fewer school dropouts in the Indian community today: Shanmugam
The Indian community here has progressed significantly, with national figures showing improvement in areas such as median household income and education.
2 mins
SMU law students top moot court competition, S'pore's first win since 2001
A team of five law students from the Singapore Management University (SMU) has won the world's largest moot court competition, in a year that saw a record number of 805 teams vying for the trophy.
2 mins
Her left leg is much bigger than her right due to gene mutation
Medical Mysteries is a series that spotlights rare diseases or unusual conditions.
3 mins
Student, 15, applied CPR to help save man in cardiac arrest at mall
Alva Wong had just eaten lunch at Velocity @ Novena Square on March 10 and was on her way to school when she saw a small gathering of people outside Cedele bakery.
2 mins
Identity Transitions: Accepting That You Are Not Just What You Do
When you relinquish your professional role, it is hard to accept the loss of status and privileges. Crafting a new identity requires you to tell a new story about yourself.
8 mins
Rediscovering JB's charms: Wider spaces, slower pace of life
The writer, who used to cross the Causeway for cheaper groceries and services, now enjoys JB for its own sake.
5 mins
Are vacations making you more tired? Slow down and step away from that to-do list
Crammed itineraries. Destination overload. For your mental health, consider off-season, long weekend breaks to less well-known corners of the world.
4 mins
I Thought I Was An Ethical Shopper — Until I Was Forced To Cut Up A New Pair Of Shoes
A failed bid for a refund prompts some soul-searching and resolve to walk the talk
5 mins
To escape the grind, young people turn to 'mini-retirements'
Ms Marina Kausar was not sure what to call the three-month break she took after quitting her job.
5 mins
Directors Who Betray Their Companies Will Pay a High Price
The prestige that comes with being invited to join a company's board of directors might be hard to resist, but you should never accept such a role unless you are prepared to serve with 100 percent loyalty to the firm.
3 mins
Why a business owner had to return $1.2m to his company to pay its debt
As the firm's director, he had failed in his obligation to act in its best interests, court rules
5 mins
Singapore's East Set to See Major Housing Developments
Bayshore, Paya Lebar to be Refreshed While Reclaimed Site Will Offer Waterfront Living
5 mins
How this trade war is different from all other trade wars
If the on-again, off-again tariff announcements by President Donald Trump have struck you as unusual, that's for good reason.
4 mins
His first PC took him months to save for, but offered lifelong lessons
Me&My Money
5 mins
Tips to ease money anxiety when the economy is stressing you out
Tariffs and a global trade war, which could raise prices and discourage consumer and corporate spending, have economists raising their odds of an economic downturn in 2025.
3 mins
Baekpa Aiming at YTN Success
Korea's rising star, however, faces hurdles like local hero Global Hit and sole Japanese raider
2 mins
'Different' course and caddie fun for Thomas
Justin Thomas followed up his sizzling 61 with a two-under 69 on April 18 that was good enough to keep him two shots clear atop the leaderboard at the PGA Tour's RBC Heritage in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
2 mins
Dream of becoming the next Bolt spurs Jamaican juniors
On a dusty, sun-bleached grass sports field in Kingston, Jamaican schoolchildren are being put through their paces with dreams of following in the footsteps of Usain Bolt or Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.
2 mins
Celtics Will Start With A 'Clean Slate'
Champions open play-offs with third-best regular season, behind Thunder, Cavaliers
3 mins
Break gives Sinner a chance to 'recharge'
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner may take time to hit his stride on his return from a three-month doping ban in May but will be in top form when he heads to the French Open, Italy's Davis Cup captain Filippo Volandri said.
2 mins
F1 Is Like Cooking: Vasseur
Ferrari boss says you need all the ingredients for success and it's only fifth stage of season
2 mins
Verstappen battles it alone amid performance crisis
Ailing Red Bull arrive for this weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah desperate to prevent their 2025 season sinking into mediocrity.
2 mins
Remaining games 'all important' for Chelsea
Chelsea's players must embrace the pressure they are under and make the most of the few matches they have left to turn around their season, manager Enzo Maresca said ahead of an English Premier League trip to Fulham on April 20.
2 mins
Amorim Counting On Kids For EPL
Not 'best moment', but, with United eyeing Europa League, he'll field Amass, Heaven, Obi
2 mins
Leeds and Burnley on brink of promotion to Premier League
Leeds United and Burnley both took a massive step towards a return to the English Premier League with narrow victories on April 18, as the Championship season reaches an enthralling climax.
2 mins
Arteta aims to delay Liverpool's coronation
Arsenal's superb performances against Real Madrid prove they can compete against the best, but manager Mikel Arteta said on April 18 that they had little time to celebrate as they look to delay Liverpool's coronation as English Premier League champions.
2 mins
Squad Stability Key For Slot
Priority for Liverpool boss is to keep core of team rather than bring in new players
2 mins
Arsenal's sights have turned to Europe, Ipswich game only a warmup for PSG
The Premier League title race may well be completed on April 20, should results fall Liverpool's way.
2 mins
City had to work hard for the three points: Gundogan
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola had said that being forced to watch the Champions League latter stages from his sofa, instead of the touchline, is providing motivation to qualify for the competition next season.
3 mins
Sailors Want Final To Stay In Singapore
SPL leaders stress that Jalan Besar Stadium is approved by AFC, following rivals' objections
3 mins
COACH, CONFIDANT, CHEERLEADER
On the eve of the A-level mathematics examinations in November 2024, Mr Lim Chuan Li received more than 800 WhatsApp messages.
10+ mins
Divorcees Help One Another Begin Again
The peer support group wants to reframe the conversation around divorce and offer an informal, intimate community to help those going through it
7 mins
Tastemakers
Founder Bernard Tay kept a low profile for years, fearing customers would shun his K-food chain for not being South Korean
5 mins
Asking my womb a question with no easy answers
There are days when I talk to my womb.
4 mins
Laila Lalami tackles surveillance and resistance
The Moroccan-American writer was inspired by the opacity of big tech's data collection for her novel The Dream Hotel
4 mins
S. Korean Ambassador on children's books and Han Kang's The Vegetarian
Who: South Korea's Ambassador to Singapore Hong Jin-wook, 58, a career diplomat with close to 30 years of experience. The South Korean embassy in Singapore is organising a full calendar of activities here, as the two countries celebrate 50 years of diplomatic relations in 2025. South Korea is also the country of focus for the 16th Asian Festival of Children's Content, which will take place from May 22 to 25. Tickets can be purchased at str.sg/br6b
2 mins
Jet Tagasa blends migrant workers' experience and horror
Jet Tagasa's debut collection The Secret Lives Of OFWs ambitiously merges supernatural horror with the experiences of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs).
2 mins
Sean Hewitt's debut novel a tender, precise coming-of-age tale
First loves are the most delicate feats to pull off — even more so if they are of the queer kind.
2 mins
Kicking a sugar addiction: Jammy's
Info: To order, go to jammys.sg
3 mins
Alexandra Hospital Makes Diabetic-Friendly Jams
It plans to sell the strawberry and orange jam sachets and create more flavors
2 mins
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