The Straits Times - January 11, 2023
The Straits Times - January 11, 2023
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In this issue
January 11, 2023
China retaliates against S. Korea, Japan over their Covid-19 curbs
No visas for their travellers after these countries imposed entry restrictions
3 mins
42 died in national service over past 20 years
A total of 42 national servicemen died while in service over the last two decades, Minister for Defence Ng Eng Hen said on Monday.
2 mins
Stocks of fever, cough medicines up again as demand moderates
Temporary localised shortages in end-2022 due to higher incidence of viral infections
2 mins
4 houses badly damaged in late-night blaze in East Coast Road
Mr Christopher Pang was leaving home for supper with his friend on Monday night when he saw a bright orange glow at the second storey of a house two doors away.
4 mins
NSFs battle live fires as part of firefighting training
Firefighters must access a fire hydrant, connect a hose to the fire engine and set off the water jets to fight a blaze - all within 85 seconds.
2 mins
Minister criticises proposal for HDB to pay historical price for state land
Desmond Lee says NCMP's suggestion to ignore valuation principles not logical
4 mins
China's ancient capital Xi'an tiptoes out of Covid-19's shadow
Normalcy returning to city after lifting of curbs but many still take precautions
3 mins
Washington should keep status quo on Taiwan: Analysts
Call comes as exercise shows armed conflict with China would be catastrophic
4 mins
Khairy says Umno will still back Malaysia's unity govt if he's head
A change in Umno leadership will not necessarily create political instability in Malaysia, said the country's former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin, who pledged that should he or his allies win the presidency in the upcoming party polls, they will still support the Pakatan Harapan-led unity government.
2 mins
Asean won't do business exclusively with one power
George Yeo says it's a mistake for big powers to see their presence in region as zero-sum game
3 mins
Britain's groundbreaking satellite launch ends in failure
Britain's attempt to become the first western European nation to launch satellites into space ended in bitter disappointment early on Tuesday when Virgin Orbit said its rocket had suffered an anomaly that prevented it from reaching orbit.
2 mins
Russia steps up assault on Soledar in Ukraine's east
Moscow sees capture of salt-mining town as stepping stone to bigger target of Bakhmut
3 mins
More spent on lottery, sports bets as Covid-19 curbs eased
Govt will see if there is a need for further measures to address problem gambling
2 mins
Power bank catches fire on Scoot flight; 2 hurt
Two passengers were injured on a Scoot flight set for take-off from Taoyuan International Airport in Taiwan for Singapore, reportedly due to a portable charger catching fire.
1 min
Olam Agri plans dual listing in Singapore and Saudi Arabia
The move will help maximise value and raise funds for further expansion
2 mins
World Bank slashes growth forecast from 3% to 1.7%
Lender says any new adverse development could push global economy into recession
2 mins
Former two-time MRA champ Martin Sng dies
Skillful, friendly, funny, unselfish and generous.
2 mins
KUDERMETOVA FEELS CONFIDENT
World No. 9 says beating two-time Slam champion Azarenka has given her a boost
2 mins
RON A $570M MAN WITH SAUDI MOVE
Deal includes promoting 2030 World Cup bid and Al Nassr wages, says club source
2 mins
Gunners in control over Oxford, City up next
Control was the key for Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta, as his Premier League leaders booked an FA Cup fourth-round clash with Manchester City after they beat third-tier Oxford United 3-0 on Monday night, thanks to second-half goals from Mohamed Elneny and Eddie Nketiah.
2 mins
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