The Straits Times - June 09, 2023
The Straits Times - June 09, 2023
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In this issue
June 09, 2023
Tharman to run for president, will resign from PAP on July 7
He will leave politics after 22 years and is first candidate for the post
3 mins
Ukrainians grapple with lack of clean water, disease risk as floods crest
Ukrainians abandoned inundated homes on Wednesday as floods crested across the south after the destruction of a huge hydro-electric dam on the front line between Russian and Ukrainian forces, with their presidents trading blame for the disaster.
3 mins
Strong demand for bigger BTO flats in Serangoon project
More than 13 first-timer applicants for each 5-room unit, and over nine per 4-room unit
3 mins
Demand for defect inspections rises with more homes being completed after delays
Defect inspection firms say they are experiencing a surge in demand for their services as many Housing Board projects have been completed over the past year after Covid-19 pandemic-related delays.
3 mins
Vivian criticises Singapore-born comedian's remarks about MH370
Foreign Minister apologises for hurt caused; Malaysians upset and say joke crossed a line
3 mins
Tharman hopes to be unifying figure for S'poreans
He feels time is right for him to serve in the role, and to keep the social compact strong
3 mins
Temasek firm to invest in forest restoration project in Ghana
It can generate carbon credits that S'pore firms can use to offset their carbon tax
3 mins
Hundreds of Indonesians cheer Jokowi on his visit to Malaysia
He holds talks with PM Anwar over cooperation and bilateral issues
2 mins
Philippines raises alert level at Mayon volcano after rockfall, quakes
The Philippines raised the alert level at the popular Mayon volcano by a notch on Thursday, after detecting volcanic earthquakes and hundreds of rockfall events.
1 min
Kilauea volcano erupts in Hawaii with 'incandescent' glow
Kilauea, the youngest and most active volcano on the Big Island of Hawaii, erupted early on Wednesday morning, officials said, sending fountains of lava spewing skyward before pooling and spreading across its summit.
2 mins
Japan considers lifting tattoo ban in military to boost number of recruits
Japan's Defence Ministry is thinking of scrapping a ban on tattoos to boost recruitment numbers in its Self-Defence Force, the country's media reported.
2 mins
Britain to host world's first summit on AI
PM Sunak says aim is to find common path to limit tech's risk, harness its potential
2 mins
UAE state oil firm read COP28 summit organisers' e-mail: Report
The Emirati state oil firm was able to read e-mail from organisers of the COP28 climate summit, The Guardian newspaper reported on Wednesday, in a fresh embarrassment for the gathering's hosts.
1 min
New standard to help data centres be more energy-efficient, save costs
It sets guidelines for sector to safely raise temperatures of data centres in hot climates
3 mins
Weekend market organiser says sorry for cramped layout, poor management
It promises to create more space for customers and pre-cool venue for the coming weekend
3 mins
RSAF open house returns after seven-year break
About 250,000 visitors expected; public can ballot for aircraft rides
2 mins
Students pick up tips on content creation at ST's Future Forecast workshop
To create a successful TikTok video, consider what is already trending, such as a viral song or sound effect, and adapt some of these elements this was one of the tips given by The Straits Times audience growth specialist Farzanah Friday at a free workshop for students aged 13 to 25.
2 mins
Binance CEO's trading firm received $14.8b of client assets: US regulator
SEC asks court to freeze Binance's assets in US, a day after it sues firm and its founder
3 mins
StanChart could cut over 100 jobs in Singapore, London and HK
Standard Chartered is embarking on selective layoffs of employees across its Singapore, London and Hong Kong hubs, part of the Asia-focused lender’s existing plan to cut costs by more than US$1 billion (S$1.35 billion) through 2024.
1 min
Japan's Q1 economic growth beats forecast as businesses spend more
Japan's economy expanded at a much faster pace than initially estimated businesses as ramped up spending, a positive development for Prime Minister Fumio Kishida amid ongoing speculation he may call an early election.
1 min
S'pore carbon exchange CIX launches spot trading platform
It aims to set benchmark price for nature-based carbon credits, boost liquidity of offset trading
3 mins
Winklevoss twins look to expand their crypto business in S'pore
Gemini's plan to diversify comes amid deepening US crackdown on the sector
4 mins
RAIN OR SHINE, TYCOON IS A BOON
Burridge and Lim's Stable throw Invincible Tycoon at deep end in Group 3 Silver Bowl
3 mins
PURTON EDGES CLOSER TO 170-WIN MARK
The five-time champion needs only 22 wins to break Moreira's feat in a single season
2 mins
AWESOME TWOSOME
Nuggets' stars Jokic and Murray dish up 'greatest' triple-double show for 2-1 lead
3 mins
LIV rebels must suffer consequences: Mcllroy
Rory McIlroy on Wednesday welcomed the PGA Tour's shock merger with Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf, but said rebel players who joined the upstart circuit should not be granted an automatic return to the sport.
2 mins
MUCHOVA IN FINAL AFTER 3HR BATTLE
Unseeded Czech's stunning comeback ruins Sabalenka's dream of becoming world No. 1
3 mins
Indian wrestlers hold off protests after minister vows quick action
India's top wrestlers decided to suspend their protests on Wednesday after the country's sports minister promised a swift probe of their federation chief who has been accused of sexually harassing female athletes.
1 min
RICE'S FIRST AND LAST CUP WITH HAMMERS
He lifts club's first trophy since 1980 in final game, as boss Moyes does a 'half-Mourinho'
3 mins
LOH STRESSED OUT OF OPEN
Back to the drawing board for S'porean ace after losing to giant-killer Popov
2 mins
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