The Straits Times - May 19, 2022
The Straits Times - May 19, 2022
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May 19, 2022
Finland, Sweden Submit Nato Bids In 'Historic Moment'
Brussels Nato received formal membership bids from Finland and Sweden as Russia's war in Ukraine reshapes European defence, but the Nordic nations must first overcome opposition from Turkey.
2 mins
MOH seeks feedback on plans to help Singaporeans stay healthy
It will hold a series of public consultations; findings to be tabled in Parliament for debate
2 mins
More NUP Polyclinics To Offer Mental Health, Geriatric Services
Three more NUP polyclinics will offer psychiatric services for mild to moderate forms of common mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and insomnia by 2024 to anchor such care in the community, and will also help relieve the load at hospitals.
2 mins
Dire Climate Report Prompts UN Chief To Urge Sharing Of Energy Tech
Geneva Last year brought new records for sea-level rise, ocean temperature, greenhouse gas concentrations and ocean acidification, according to a new UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) climate report card.
2 mins
Biometric verification, sans passport or boarding pass
Travellers flying out of Changi Airport will not have to present their passports or boarding passes when clearing immigration, after an initiative to use biometrics for verification is rolled out later this year.
2 mins
Malaysian tycoon's new cruise brand to debut on June 15
Resorts World Cruises to launch cruises from S'pore on Genting Dream Grace Leong Senior Correspondent A new cruise line owned by Malaysian tycoon Lim Kok Thay will debut from Singapore on June 15.
3 mins
Nearly 1,000 Mariupol Fighters Have Surrendered: Moscow
The surrender of some of Ukraine's most die-hard fighters who held out beneath the sprawling steel factory for weeks under heavy bombardment - in effect ended the longest and most devastating battle of the war so far.
1 min
Probe into whether China Eastern crash was intentional
No technical malfunction found so far and black box data points to deliberate crash, say sources
2 mins
Kim Jong Un slams officials' response to outbreak
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the negligence and laziness of state officials worsened the country's Covid-19 outbreak, state media reported yesterday, as the number of known cases there crossed 1.7 million.
2 mins
Vivian calls on Malaysia's PM, foreign minister in Putrajaya
They welcome the reopening of borders amid visit to reaffirm ties
1 min
Modi's Nepal visit a push for India's neighbourhood diplomacy: Analysts
Outreach in region also seen as bid to counter Beijing's growing influence
3 mins
500.000 Flee Floods, Landslides In India, 11 Dead
Torrential rains lashed most of the rugged state, and the downpour continued yesterday, with more forecast over the next two days.
1 min
Biden's China Strategy Cannot Work With Weapons Alone
An effective policy in the Indo-Pacific would balance Beijing's influence by raising US trade and investment
3 mins
No Country Immune To Terrorism As It Evolves, Not Even Singapore: Faishal
Terror groups such as the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria and AlQaeda have been hit hard in recent years with leadership losses and setbacks, but they have proven resilient and adaptable.
2 mins
Singapore records highest May temperature; warmer days ahead
Daily maximum temperatures likely to hover between 34 and 35 deg C
2 mins
PEREIRA PROUD OF BREAKING BARRIERS
S'pore sprinter says winning 200m gold and 100m silver in Hanoi is a 'huge achievement'
2 mins
Thai sensation Puripol completes hat-trick
Teen speed demon Puripol Boonson capped his maiden SEA Games with a sprint hat-trick yesterday to etch his name in history alongside Thai greats from decades past.
1 min
'Tough questions' needed about NS and expectations
Swimmer Joseph Schooling yesterday called for a "national dialogue" on national service (NS), highlighting the need to manage the expectations of athletes who are undergoing NS.
2 mins
Cannes Film Festival Rolls Out Red Carpet For 75th Anniversary
The world's biggest film festival runs from Tuesday to May 28, back to its traditional calendar following two years of pandemic disruptions.
2 mins
Wong Kah Chun Named Chief Conductor Of Japan Orchestra
Singaporean conductor Wong Kah Chun (right) has been appointed chief conductor of the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra.
1 min
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