The Straits Times - January 21, 2023
The Straits Times - January 21, 2023
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In this issue
January 21, 2023
S'pore to help citizens gain skills to navigate online space
Govt to consult various groups as part of plan to boost digital inclusion, says minister
2 mins
Singdollar hits two-year high against greenback
But other Asian currencies have outpaced its gains; forex analysts point to their bigger potential upside
3 mins
SPH Media to further probe overstated circulation data
Committee to commission legal advisers, report findings to board
4 mins
Ukraine soldiers 'dying in hundreds' as Russia advances
German intelligence raises alarm of losses as West divided over sending heavy tanks
2 mins
Chinese turn to traditional remedies to fight Covid-19
BEIJING - As Covid-19 rips through China's vast population, making millions sick and fuelling a shortage of drugs, many are turning to old-school traditional medicine to battle the aches and pains of the virus.
3 mins
Having onions, eggs becomes a luxury for some in Philippines
Import policies, cartels and extreme weather events to blame, say farmers and experts
3 mins
Jacinda Ardern: 'I slept well for the first time in a long time'
WELLINGTON Prime Minister New Zealand Jacinda Ardern said her decision to step down was \"tinged with sadness\" but she had \"slept well for the first time in a long time\", a day after she announced her resignation.
3 mins
Australian rangers find 'monster' 2.7kg cane toad
SYDNEY - Australian rangers have killed an invasive \"monster\" cane toad discovered in the wilds of a coastal park - a warty brown specimen as long as a human arm and weighing 2.7kg.
1 min
France gripped by protests, strikes against pension plan
Reform would raise retirement age for most to 64, increase years needed for full pension
3 mins
'I couldn't afford one wrong move,' says cop in stand-off with knife-wielder
Four police officers recount how they disarmed man and got victim to safety
3 mins
Join temple tours to learn all about CNY traditions, rituals
Representatives and volunteer guides to share details of how devotees mark CNY in temples
2 mins
China's policy on Big Tech has become clearer, says GIC
This potentially eases the way for investors after uncertainty from years of crackdowns
2 mins
Lending unit of crypto firm Genesis files for US bankruptcy
WILMINGTON, Delaware - The lending unit of crypto company Genesis on Thursday filed for US bankruptcy protection from creditors, toppled by a market rout along with the likes of exchange FTX and lender BlockFi.
2 mins
High-sulphur bunker sales in S'pore increase in December
Analysts cite greater supply of cheap blended oil originating from sanctioned countries
2 mins
SMEs here generally bullish on near-term outlook
OCBC index based on indicators including cash flow finds growth mixed across sectors
2 mins
China's population decline does not spell doom
Demography is not destiny. Broader economic reforms that allocate capital better and make labour more productive can blunt the impact of a shrinking population.
6 mins
EATING, LIVING RICE
Rice is so dominant a staple food in Asia that it has become part of the practices of its cultures. But rice production is facing challenges, with climate change and other factors reducing yields and increasing prices, even as eating habits are changing. What are rice-producing and consuming countries in South-east Asia doing to tackle these issues?
5 mins
The British aren't the only ones with royal drama
Four other monarchies are engaged in their own dysfunction, disorder and high drama
3 mins
TOP WAKEBOARDERS ON EAST COAST TRAIL
12-time world champ Rick, S'pore-based Lepicki among entrants for Embily Open
2 mins
'Worst athlete in Korda family' shocks Medvedev
MELBOURNE Sebastian Korda's game plan was simple - just give it his best shot.
2 mins
AMI IN A DREAM? ZHU OUSTS 6TH SEED
MELBOURNE - China's Zhu Lin was left in tears by the end of her match on Friday night. \"Is this real? Am I in a dream?\" she sobbed.
2 mins
Ronaldo, Messi oblige in high-scoring affair
RIYADH Cristiano Ronaldo and fans back Lionel Messi transported in time to the heyday of their storied rivalry, as both forwards scored in an exhibition match on Thursday.
1 min
PROBLEMS? ALWAYS A WAY OUT, SAYS KLOPP
Consistency and good defence are Liverpool boss' solutions, ahead of battle with Chelsea
2 mins
I don't want a happy flowers team: Guardiola
LONDON - Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola criticised his players for lacking passion, adding that the club's supporters were \"silent\" in an extraordinary rant following their 4-2 comeback win over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday.
2 mins
A Cross offering the best of both worlds
The compact car is for those who love and trust Toyota's Corolla nameplate, but are not thrilled by sedans
3 mins
Breaking the glass ceiling
Oscar front runners Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan reflect on how far Hollywood has come in terms of Asian representation
3 mins
German remake of All Quiet On The Western Front leads Bafta nominations
LONDON A German remake of the 1930 anti-war classic All Quiet On The Western Front led nominations for the British Academy Film Awards (Baftas) on Thursday, overtaking other award season favourites with 14 nods.
1 min
Van Gogh's art comes to life at immersive digital show
Masterpieces by influential Dutch artist Vincent van Gogh will come to life at the South-east Asia debut of Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience.
1 min
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