The Straits Times - November 27, 2022
The Straits Times - November 27, 2022
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November 27, 2022
PAS turns down Anwar's offer to join Malaysia's unity government
Islamist party to stay as part of opposition alongside its PN coalition partners
2 mins
PAP DPM Wong named deputy sec-gen
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong was named deputy secretary-general of the People’s Action Party PAP) on Saturday by its new central executive committee. Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat is PAP chairman, and National Development Minister Desmond Lee is one of two assistant secretaries-general, with Education Minister Chan Chun Sing.
3 mins
Floating platform marks swansong with NS55 event
In a swansong parade before the Marina Bay floating platform is retired, about 4,000 basic military training recruits and 350 operationally ready servicemen (NSmen) stood down on Saturday after completing their training.
1 min
Households in 5 constituencies to get recycling boxes in green drive
Households in Fengshan, Sembawang West, Tampines North, Yio Chu Kang and Yuhua constituencies will get to collect a recycling box to help Singapore become more environment-friendly.
2 mins
Gamblers may face jail time, fines
Those who place bets illegal online platforms are through gambling breaking the law and may face jail time and fines, said the Ministry of Home Affairs.
1 min
Illegal online gambling site lets local punters bet on cockfights
It targets S’poreans with services such as sports betting, offers highest 4-D odds’
2 mins
Users lament long wait to recover hacked social media accounts
Sporting goods chain Weston Singapore lost access to half a million followers overnight when its Facebook account was hijacked by hackers in September.
3 mins
Green deals to help with utility bills
Faced with high electricity and gas prices, how can SMEs protect their bottomline? Answer: An accelerator programme that bridges the gap between greentech providers and SMEs
4 mins
Taiwan leader sai resigns as party chairman after DPP’s polls setback
Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has resigned as chairman of the ruling party after it suffered a major defeat in Saturday's local elections seen as a midterm test of her rule.
2 mins
Deadly Xinjiang fire sparks protests over lockdowns
Angry residents call for end to Covid-l9 curb, which they say may have delayed rescuers
2 mins
Has China reached breaking point over zero-Covid-19?
Beijing's draconian Covid-19 measures are sparking a public outcry across the country
4 mins
US bans sales of telecom devices from Huawei, ZTE
The Biden administration has banned approvals of new telecommunications equipment from China's Huawei Technologies and ZTE because they pose \"an unacceptable risk\" to US national security.
1 min
Jakarta to iron out in 6 months energy transition finance plan
The financing will help build renewable power generation and transmission cables
2 mins
Former Pakistan PM Khan pushes for immediate elections
Former Pakistan prime minister Imran Khan pushed for immediate elections in an address to thousands of supporters at his first public appearance on Saturday since being shot in an assassination attempt he blamed on his successor.
1 min
China willing to work with N. Korea for 'world peace'
Chinese President Xi Jinping told North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that Beijing was willing to work with Pyongyang for world peace, North Korean state media said on Saturday.
1 min
South Korea looks to woo tourists from S-E Asia
Easier visa applications among efforts as it seeks to reduce reliance on China market
3 mins
Amazon to shut down food-delivery business in India
Amazon Inc will shut down a food-delivery business it was testing in India, the e-commerce giant said on Friday, a day after it announced the winding down of its online learning platform for high-school students in the country.
1 min
Musk says he will support Florida governor DeSantis if he runs for president
Billionaire Elon Musk said on Friday that he would support Mr Ron DeSantis in 2024 if the Florida governor, who recently coasted to a second term, were to run for president.
1 min
Ukraine marks Soviet-era famine as Russia's war rages on
Kyiv accuses Kremlin of using Stalin’s 1930s genocidal tactics that left millions dead
2 mins
IT workers turning to unions as tech layoff tsunami reaches India
Thousands of tech professionals at risk of losing their jobs are fighting retrenchment by complaining to government authorities and, most surprisingly for the elite industry, joining trade unions.
3 mins
Vehicle pollution zone to cover all of London
Older and more heavily polluting vehicles will have to pay to enter the entire metropolitan area of London from next August, the British capital's mayor said on Friday.
1 min
London, Paris expand rail lines but studies flag tainted underground air
Fine particle air pollution in train networks of both cities a concern
3 mins
Plans to make Kampong Glam a must-visit spot for S'poreans
More public spaces, connectivity, mix of new, traditional trades among ideas to rejuvenate area
3 mins
Boy with autism among foster kids recognised at MSF awards
27 given awards for achievements in areas such as academics, character, sports and arts
3 mins
Over $5m raised for community causes such as mental health, migrant workers
Groups and charities serving the community will benefit from more than $5 million donated by philanthropists and companies at a charity event on Thursday night.
2 mins
New St John's Home for the elderly in Potong Pasir officially opens
The St John's Home for Elderly Persons, which moved into its new premises at 1 Willow Avenue in Potong Pasir in December 2021, was officially opened on Saturday.
1 min
Ex-national sailor's resilience does SUSS proud
He is among 70 students given awards, for making a social impact scholarships
2 mins
Singapore's biggest football charity event raises record $lm after 3-year break
Football With a Heart (FWAH), Singapore's biggest executive football fundraiser, returned for a seventh edition after a three-year Covid-19-induced hiatus to raise a record amount of just over $1 million ($1,051,000) for social beneficiaries.
1 min
'PHENOMENAL' JAMES IN CONTROL
Star forward returns from five-game absence to spur Lakers to victory
2 mins
NO ZIP BUT ENGLAND'S RESILIENCE LAUDED
Boss Southgate insists success in major tournaments requires gritty performances
3 mins
QATAR STILL A WINNER IN OTHER TARGET SPHERES
Host nation banking on $302b World Cup to boost Gulf state's image, attract tourists and make socio-economic gains
7 mins
FULL FOCUS ON FIRST 'FINAL'
Flick exhorts Germans to play with courage against Spain or risk another early exit
3 mins
Belgium will grow as it goes on': Martinez
Belgium coach Roberto Martinez will be looking for a vastly improved performance from his side when they take on a resolute Morocco in their second World Cup Group F fixture at Al Thumama Stadium on Sunday, where victory will seal a spot in the round of 16.
2 mins
NAGATOMO IS HAIR, THERE, EVERYWHERE FOR JAPAN
Exuberant defender catches the eye, relishes role as elder statesman on and off the pitch
3 mins
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