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Israel lied about the 99% interception rate
A recent explosive report from an Israeli newspaper has cast doubt on the accuracy of the IDF's claims regarding the recent strikes on Iran. The report alleges that Iranian drones targeted and struck two additional Israeli airbases, (...)
TR Emeritus - 18 April 2024
$45k fine for foreigner who bankrolled deals linked to purchase of 3 houses worth millions
Zhan Guotuan pleaded guilty to an offence under the Residential Property Act on April 16.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Everest Fish Curry Masala recalled over presence of pesticide: SFA
Ethylene oxide is not authorised for use in food, but it can be used to fumigate agricultural products.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Some residents in Kim Tian Road affected by 6-hour water disruption due to burst pipe
The town council said 16 units from the second to fifth floors of Block 131B Kim Tian Road were affected by the incident.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Timeline: What happened to Audrey Fang, the S’porean who was found dead in south-east Spain
Singaporean woman Audrey Fang Dirou was found with stab wounds after she had been uncontactable since April 10.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Cordlife files police report against former employees for potential wrongdoings
It is in connection with the Tank A incident, where around 2,200 cord blood units were damaged.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on April 18, 2024
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Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Body of missing S’porean woman in Spain found with 30 stab wounds; S’porean man arrested
Her body was found some 150km away from her hotel, Spanish media said.
Straits Times - 18 April 2024
Hamad International in Doha named world’s best airport, Changi comes in second
Changi Airport was named the best airport in Asia and best in the world for its immigration services.
Straits Times - 17 April 2024
A guide to using AI in your polytechnic studies
SINGAPORE – Students today have a plethora of artificial intelligence (AI) tools at their disposal, from Copy.AI and ChatGPT that can write text and brainstorm ideas, to artwork generators like Dall-E 2 or Stable Diffusion. There are even tools (...)
Straits Times - 17 April 2024
All you need to know about ITE graduates getting funding to pursue their diplomas
Here’s what you need to know about the ITE Progression Award.
Straits Times - 17 April 2024
Malaysian PM FEARLESSLY slams West’s hypocrisy over Gaza
While the majority of World leaders are praising Israel and backing its right to self-defense in committing genocide in Gaza, the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Anwar Ibrahim has fearlessly slammed the West's hypocrisy over their stance in the (...)
TR Emeritus - 17 April 2024
Is it too early to be euphoric?
The sudden announement by PM Lee Hsien Loong on 15 April 2024 to step down and hand over the baton to DPM Lawrence Wong has taken Singaporeans by storm. Is this the coming of an era to give much awaited renaissance to Singapore/ DPM Lawrence (...)
TR Emeritus - 17 April 2024
Massive floods pummeled Dubai and United Arab Emirates
Dubai and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are suffering from the worst storms and floods since the beginning of the year as record rainfall pummeled the city, causing panic among residents. Heavy rainfall flooded homes and streets within hours, (...)
TR Emeritus - 17 April 2024
Furs & Feathers Festival Returns With Movie Magic By The Sea
Calling All Pawrents and Furkids! Mark your calendars for the pawsome Furs & Feathers Festival 2024, happening on 27 April at PAssion Wave @ Sembawang from 3 pm to 9 pm. The post Furs & Feathers Festival Returns With Movie Magic By (...)
Weekender - 17 April 2024
SMRT bus driver, 58, dies after crashing vehicle into tree in Woodlands
No commuters were on board at the time of the accident.
Straits Times - 16 April 2024
Want to save the world and fight climate change? Saving nature is the key, experts say
A key problem is getting businesses to fully take into account the true value of natural assets.
Straits Times - 16 April 2024
Iran will respond ‘within seconds’ should it is attacked by Israel
Tehran has responded hours after Israel confirmed its plan to hit back. Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani warned Israel not to commit any fresh mistake. Ali Bagheri Kani said that this time Iran will respond to the Israeli mistake (...)
TR Emeritus - 16 April 2024
Compassionate, data-driven and a quick learner: Get to know S’pore’s next PM Lawrence Wong
ST interviewed about 10 political officeholders and public servants who spent time in the trenches with DPM Wong.
Straits Times - 16 April 2024