The Straits Times - September 20, 2022
The Straits Times - September 20, 2022
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In this issue
September 20, 2022
China slams Biden's comments on defending Taiwan
Biden veers again from US policy of strategic ambiguity
3 mins
State flags at S'pore govt buildings flown at half-mast as mark of respect
The Singapore flag flying at half-mast at Parliament House on Monday, in a mark of respect for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said she was a symbol of hope, stability and continuity.
1 min
DPM Wong, PM Modi discuss clean energy, fintech cooperation
Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed new areas of cooperation such as clean energy and fintech during a meeting in capital city Delhi on Monday.
2 mins
President Halimah meets Malaysia's King in London
President Halimah Yacob met Malaysia's King, Sultan Abdullah Ahmad Shah, on Sunday while both of them were in London for the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.
1 min
China to ease border entry rules for some foreign tourists
Tour agencies in border areas can choose port of entry and exit for their travel groups
2 mins
Frugality the new mantra for young Chinese as economy falters
Before the coronavirus pandemic, Ms Doris Fu imagined a comfortable future for herself and her family: new car, bigger apartment, fine dining on weekends and holidays on tropical islands.
2 mins
Russian pop music icon voices opposition to war in Ukraine
Russia's defining 20thcentury pop star Alla Pugacheva has declared her opposition to the invasion of Ukraine, emerging as the most significant celebrity to come out against the war as Russian President Vladimir Putin faces growing challenges on and off the battlefield.
2 mins
Zelensky vows no let-up as Ukraine troops cross key river
Kyiv determined to regain lost territory as Biden vows continued US financial support
2 mins
Public looking at German military anew amid Ukraine war
With a war in its neighbourhood, the people now have a better image of the Bundeswehr
5 mins
Call to S'poreans to take part in building climate-resilient nation
National conversation launched and will involve individuals, schools, organisations
3 mins
Gojek to impose $3 minimum waiting fee from Sept 26
Grace period for cancellations cut from 5 to 4 minutes; rival Grab has already introduced waiting fee
2 mins
New Year's Eve countdown fireworks to return to Marina Bay
Fireworks will return to Marina Bay with a bang at this year's New Year's Eve countdown celebration, after a two-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
1 min
Zaqy witnesses joint exercise by SAF, US Army in Oklahoma
Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad was in the United States on Sunday to witness a combined live-firing exercise held by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and the US Army.
1 min
Business-class airfares soaring beyond firms' budgets
Flying business class has always been beyond the means of most mortals. Now even companies cannot afford the fares, which have soared as the world tries to reconnect in the wake of Covid-19.
3 mins
Some Singapore staff affected in Shopee's latest job cuts
Employees affected by e-commerce platform Shopee's latest round of job cuts will be given "appropriate compensation packages" in line with market norms, the firm said in a joint statement with the Creative Media and Publishing Union (CMPU) on Monday.
1 min
Singdollar may become rare global winner on further MAS tightening
The Singapore dollar has established itself as Asia's most resilient currency against the US dollar this year, and some strategists are betting on more strength if price pressures force the nation's central bank to tighten its exchange rate policy again next month.
2 mins
China's growing clout in Central Asia
A vacuum is developing as Russia's war in Ukraine dismantles Moscow's credibility and strength across the Eurasian heartland
4 mins
Crucial to verify age to make social media safer for children
Age-based safety settings and filters need to be applied to the right accounts
5 mins
Andor will make Star Wars fans see Rogue One in a new light
A two-hour or so movie does not usually have the time to explore every lead character's backstory.
3 mins
Just say no' to roles that objectify women: French actress Juliette Binoche
SAN SEBASTIAN, Spain - Actresses must learn to just say "no" to roles that objectify women, Oscar-winning French actress Juliette Binoche said on Sunday at the San Sebastian Film Festival, where she was honoured with an award for her acting career.
1 min
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