The Straits Times - April 30, 2025
The Straits Times - April 30, 2025
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In this issue
April 30, 2025
Pritam Singh says WP does not engage in negative politics
WP chief Pritam Singh has rejected Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's statement that the opposition party engages in \"negative politics\", saying it was the PAP that had done so for years.
5 mins
WP taking cavalier, irresponsible approach towards livelihood of S'poreans: PM Wong
He rebukes WP for its negative attacks on DPM Gan and his PAP Punggol team
4 mins
PAP Punggol team will set up new town council if elected: DPM Gan
If elected, PAP's Punggol GRC team will form a new town council that will be chaired by Minister of State Sun Xueling, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.
2 mins
Race and religion should not be mixed with politics in Singapore, says SM Lee
Political parties here not structured along such lines, unlike in Malaysia, he adds
4 mins
Ridiculous to argue that losing ministers won't weaken Govt: SM Lee
It is a ridiculous argument to say the PAP can lose ministers without weakening the Government, Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong said on April 29.
2 mins
Only elected opposition MPs can pressure the Govt, says Pritam
Only elected opposition MPs can pressure and push the Government, and that is why the ruling PAP prefers to have just Non-Constituency MPs in Parliament, said WP chief Pritam Singh.
3 mins
GST hike necessary to address rising costs, says Shanmugam
But Govt will take care of residents, he says, as healthcare expenses rise, population ages
3 mins
PAP's new faces in constituency lauded for roots in community
Two new faces on the PAP's Nee Soon GRC slate have ties to the constituency, and all four have a track record of community service, said Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam and party veteran Lee Bee Wah.
4 mins
Meaningful opposition needed for PAP to govern S'pore better, say SDP leaders
Chee Soon Juan and Paul Tambyah urge voters to reject fearmongering
5 mins
Ang Mo Kio GRC 'We are not beggars': People's Power Party chief Goh Meng Seng
Singapore is not a nation of beggars, said People's Power Party (PPP) secretary-general Goh Meng Seng on April 29 in reference to support schemes the PAP government has in place to help Singaporeans cope with the GST hike.
2 mins
RDU Candidates Tackle Wealth, Inequality at Rally
Several speakers accuse PAP of aligning itself with businesses and the wealthy
3 mins
PAP team pledges stronger support for caregivers, people with disabilities
Plans include expanded peer support efforts and a job-matching pilot
2 mins
Foo Cexiang has big shoes to fill but remains undaunted
If Edwin Tong is Lionel Messi, then Foo Cexiang aspires to be Roberto Baggio, not for dazzling footwork or goal-scoring flair, but for the legendary Italian footballer's grit and resilience.
5 mins
Banners, banter and ballots
A tale of four constituencies
10 mins
PAP's Gho Sze Kee wants clean fight with independent candidate Jeremy Tan
The PAP's candidate for Mountbatten SMC, Ms Gho Sze Kee, said she wants to agree to disagree on politics with independent candidate Jeremy Tan, whom she is challenging in the upcoming election.
2 mins
Incumbent Yip Hon Weng has plans for more elderly-friendly services in Yio Chu Kang SMC
When Mr Yip Hon Weng was introduced as the PAP candidate for Yio Chu Kang SMC in the 2020 General Election, he was a political newbie.
2 mins
Minimum wage will lift salaries, drive firms to redesign jobs, says PSP's Lawrence Pek
He says idea can draw more locals back to workforce amid rising costs, automation
4 mins
100 Days of Trump: A Weaker US, a Weakened Global Economy
He brought the world to the brink, destroying the decades-old trust in the US as a trade and investment partner.
6 mins
Japan, Philippines Leaders Vow to Deepen Security Ties
Pledge Including More Intelligence Sharing Comes Amid Territorial Disputes With China
2 mins
SM Lee to receive top award from Japan for boosting bilateral ties
Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong will be conferred the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Rising Sun by the Japanese government in recognition of his significant contributions to strengthening ties between Singapore and Japan.
1 min
Canada's Liberals Set to Form Minority Govt; Old Ties With US 'Over'
PM Carney Warns of Tough Times Ahead After Party Beats Conservatives in Election
3 mins
Canada's Filipino Community Hit Hard by Truck-ramming at Festival
About One Million of Country's 40 Million Identify as Being of Filipino Ethnic Origin
3 mins
Protest Votes? Easy By-election Win in Perak Masks Displeasure With Anwar
Results may signal readiness of some supporters to back credible alternative
3 mins
First batch of Hong Kong democrats freed after 4 years in jail
They were among 47 charged with conspiracy to commit subversion in 2021
2 mins
Aussie woman in court, accused of murder by toxic mushrooms
The trial of a woman accused of murdering three elderly people after serving them a lunch of poisonous mushrooms began in Australia on April 29, in a case that has gripped the nation.
1 min
Spain, Portugal Switch Back On, Seek Answers After Biggest-Ever Outage
Spain's grid operator dismisses cyber attack theory while PM says nothing ruled out
2 mins
Milo peng, kaya toast: Plushie fans look left, look right for free collectibles
Milo and behold, not many Singaporeans can resist the adorable appeal of the chocolate malt beverage maker's latest collection of limited-edition plushies.
2 mins
Nation Committed to Being a Society of Opportunities: DPM Heng
Republic Keeping Social Mobility Alive While Tackling Challenges Amid Global Headwinds
4 mins
S'pore stocks drop as region ends mixed; STI slips 0.2%
Gainers outnumber losers 259 to 214 in broader market Sembcorp Industries tops STI; Wilmar at bottom of table Australia, South Korea and HK advance but Malaysia declines
1 min
Raising the bar in employee wellness
From glucose monitors to talks on cutting sugar, tech firm KLA encourages its staff to lead a healthy lifestyle
2 mins
Saying yes to the next challenge
Whether switching roles, picking up new skills or exploring innovative ideas, engineers at DSTA are always moving forward together
4 mins
Banking on the next generation
Through mentorship, structured training and career growth, Bank of America is investing in the new leaders of tomorrow
3 mins
Gold falls as trade war concerns ease
Gold fell on April 29 as softening trade tensions between the United States and its trading partners dulled the metal's safe-haven appeal, while investors awaited US economic data to assess the Federal Reserve's policy path.
2 mins
Former top civil servant to join asset manager Seviora
Temasek's joint head of corporate strategy Gabriel Lim will join Seviora Holdings, an asset management firm backed by the investment company, as chief executive officer-designate on May 1.
1 min
Amara shares surge 27% on privatisation offer
Shares of hotel group Amara soared shortly after the market opened on April 29, a day after news broke that it had received a voluntary conditional general offer at 89.5 cents apiece.
1 min
IBM Pledges to Invest $196b in US Amid Pressure From Trump
IBM on April 28 joined a slew of technology companies to announce plans for new investments in the United States, as the Trump administration pressures firms to expand their US manufacturing.
1 min
Some Chinese Exporters Hasten US Dollar Conversion
They Wager That Worst of Tariff-Led Loss in Renminbi May Be Over
2 mins
S'pore looking to tap potential of seniors amid ageing workforce: SNEF
An ageing workforce will be a key challenge over the next decade, but \"Singapore can prove to be the exception\", said Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF) president Tan Hee Teck.
2 mins
Apple Retains Top Spot Among Singapore's Best Employers
Steady rise in number of awardees within government services sector over past 5 years
3 mins
The Looming Threat Posed by Nigel Farage to British Politics
Local elections on May 1 are a test of the seemingly unstoppable politician and his brand of populist politics.
7 mins
Farage morphing into a much more dangerous politician
Yet none of these failures were attributed to Mr Farage; he continued to claim that Brexit was an excellent idea which was simply poorly executed by the same bankrupt old political class.
3 mins
Gen Z Is Leading the Charge Back to the Office
Data shows younger staff — more than baby boomers — crave the connection and routine of in-person work.
5 mins
Used EV batteries could power vehicles, houses or even towns
But reusing them will be viable economically only if there is sufficient confidence in estimates of their remaining capacity and performance.
4 mins
Is AI the answer to bridging the tuition gap?
A more 'intelligent' AI may offer a low-cost solution — and better ways of learning.
5 mins
Abuse: Children's well-being depends on teachers' well-being too
The recent cases of child abuse signal the critical role of pre-school educators in child protection (Jail for pre-school teacher who failed to protect toddler abused by her colleague, April 23).
1 min
Letter of the day Needed: Top-quality leaders who can unite people, ignite passion and chart future path
With Polling Day fast approaching, I am still left uninspired and undecided on how I should cast my vote.
1 min
Top Field Can Show His Wares Second-Up
Now with Cheng, four-time Singapore winner turns in an inspired training gallop
3 mins
Purton A Plus For Hameron
April 30 Hong Kong (Happy Valley) form analysis
5 mins
FIA Chief Wants to 'Improve' Rules on Swearing
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said on April 28 that he was considering \"improvements\" to rules that impose heavy sanctions for misconduct, including swearing, in Formula One and other series.
2 mins
LA 2028 Sparks Flag Football's Growth in US
Flag football, a non-contact version of American football, is spreading like wildfire among US girls drawn by the prospect of its inclusion in the 2028 Olympics – its popularity even sparking plans for a professional league.
2 mins
The Magic Face Do-or-Die Spell Against Celtics
Desperate Orlando aim to come out firing as Boston 'rally the troops' to seal the deal
2 mins
Diversity plan to increase black representation
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and American Tennis Association (ATA) announced a new initiative to expand diversity in tennis on April 28, with a focus on increasing black representation in the sport.
2 mins
Yamal Is Barca's New Messi-ah
Barcelona last reached the Champions League final a decade ago, with Lionel Messi as their torchbearer.
5 mins
Yamal Is Barca's New Messi-Ah
Only 17, he tries to 'be myself' as he follows legend's bootsteps in restoring club's glory
3 mins
Stomach Flu Can't Stop Hockey Women
S'pore overcome bug to lift AHF Cup; look to SEA Games and top-6 finish in Asia Cup
2 mins
Successful return for Poh as skydivers clinch team gold
The Singapore skydiving team showed incredible resolve as they rose above a burglary at their accommodation to collect a sterling haul of four medals (one gold, two silvers and one bronze) at the World Indoor Skydiving Championships in Charleroi, Belgium.
2 mins
Scrape It Or Scrap It?
Gua sha facials have blown up among wellness and beauty influencers. Here is what doctors and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners want you to know about it
5 mins
When to worry about water retention
\"Lymphatic drainage\" is a buzz-word in the wellness industry, with players often advertising massages and techniques to promote this process.
2 mins
An easy trick to help you fall asleep
Try cognitive shuffling, a technique where you focus your mind on words that have no association with one another
3 mins
Fight chronic inflammation with exercise
Physical activity suppresses the release of inflammatory chemicals and increases the release of chemicals that fight inflammation
3 mins
Fight chronic inflammation
Physical activity suppresses the release of inflammatory chemicals and increases the release of chemicals that fight inflammation
1 min
Is Your Friends & Neighbors a big luxury watch ad?
It appeared as if Jon Hamm was, once again, selling something.
5 mins
Old campaign gets new lease of life
A group of college students is using it to spread mental health awareness
3 mins
Two eateries turn up the heat with election eats
With Polling Day coming up on May 3, two eateries have caught election fever and are rolling out tongue-in-cheek promotions.
1 min
Paik Jong-won Accused of Workplace Bullying, Food Regulation Violations
South Korean food critic Paik Jong-won — the celebrity judge of Netflix’s hit cooking competition Culinary Class Wars (2024) and a prolific food-and-beverage entrepreneur — faces an uncertain future amid mounting controversies, ranging from workplace abuse of power to violations of food-related regulations.
2 mins
K-idol Lee Seung-gi cuts ties with in-laws over alleged stock manipulation
South Korean heart-throb Lee Seung-gi has severed ties with his in-laws after his father-in-law is suspected of being involved in manipulating stock prices again.
1 min
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