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Apple plans to invest more than $250m to expand Singapore campus: SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Apple plans to invest more than $250 million to expand its ...
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LSU senior Haleigh Bryant wins AAI award, given to the nation's top college gymnast
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-gymnast-haleigh-bryant-wins-prestigious-aai-award/article_c05abaf1-7119-531c-b59f-fab3bec80525.html
World's Best Airports 2024: Singapore Changi Loses Crown to Qatar's Doha Hamad
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Reuters photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
apnews.com/article/world-press-photo-year-award-reuters-gaza-205161b1b447a1bba942f427a5ba24c9
Companies may look to hire overseas as flexi-work becomes the norm in Singapore, employers say
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/flexible-work-arrangements-employers-employees-challenges-fair-hiring-4273911
Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia: Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ...
theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/singapore-loses-world-s-best-airport-title-melbourne-top-in-australia-20240418-p5fkxk.html
Apple investing US$250 million to expand Ang Mo Kio campus: SINGAPORE: Apple has announced plans to pump in over US$250 million (S$340 million) to expand its Ang ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/apple-ang-mo-kio-campus-250-million-expand-4274201
Fossil of ‘one of the largest snakes that ever existed’ unearthed in India mine: Scientists said on April 18 they have recovered 27 vertebrae from the snake.
straitstimes.com/asia/south-asia/fossil-of-largest-snake-to-have-ever-existed-unearthed-in-india-mine
Hamad International Airport in Qatar named world's best airport in 2024, Changi Airport takes 2nd place
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/trending/worlds-best-airport-2024-skytrax-hamad-qatar-changi-singapore-388751
'Cheerful, loving, a true friend': Former colleagues remember Singaporean woman killed in Spain
asiaone.com/singapore/cheerful-loving-true-friend-former-colleagues-remember-singaporean-woman-killed-spain
Marina Bay Sands sees profit surge 51.5% to $811.4 million in Q1 on tourism boom: Its revenue rose 36.8 per cent to US$1.16 billion from US$848 million a year ...
straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/marina-bay-sands-sees-profit-surge-515-to-812-million-in-the-first-quarter-of-2024
Apple to spend $340 million to renovate, expand Ang Mo Kio campus: The expanded campus will allow the tech giant to add hundreds of new roles here.
straitstimes.com/tech/apple-to-spend-340-million-to-renovate-expand-ang-mo-kio-campus
Researchers have unleashed an army of remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches: Scientists in Singapore have apparently found a way to remotely take control of ...
t3n.de/news/armee-ferngesteuerter-cyborg-kakerlaken-1619793/
'Fancy a teh or kopi?' Tim Cook makes guest appearance on Singapore radio following X invite
asiaone.com/singapore/fancy-teh-or-kopi-tim-cook-makes-guest-appearance-singapore-radio-following-x-invite
78 people probed for allegedly giving Singpass details to scammers: Some suspects allegedly sold their Singpass credentials for $10,000 each, said police.
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/78-people-investigated-for-allegedly-giving-singpass-details-to-scammers
Commentary: With Lawrence Wong set to take over as PM, the clock starts on battle for hearts and minds
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/singapore-prime-minister-lee-hsien-loong-lawrence-wong-election-4269016
U.S. Basketball Writers Association will name women's coaching award after UConn's Geno Auriemma
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Quick Glance: U.S. Basketball Writers Association Honors UConn's Geno Auriemma with Coaching Award Recognition
- The U.S. Basketball Writers Association revealed the decision to name their annual women's national coach of the year award after Geno Auriemma from UConn.
- Having just concluded his 39th season at the school, the 70-year-old coach led the Huskies to their 23rd Final Four.
- Successfully guiding UConn to 11 national championships and six flawless seasons, he has been a standout recipient of the USBA award.
- Auriemma's impressive record of 1,213-162 places him second on the all-time Division I wins list, trailing only three games behind Stanford's Tara VanDerveer.
Tim Cook visits Singapore amid Apple's Southeast Asia expansion efforts: Tim Cook will meet with Singapore's next leader to conclude a whirlwind tour around ...
cnbc.com/2024/04/18/tim-cook-visits-singapore-amid-apples-southeast-asia-expansion-.html
Welsh language taught and sung in Singapore school : Children in a school in Singapore take part in an Eisteddfod and sing in Welsh.
bbc.com/news/articles/ceq3nje4nj0o
LTA investigating after e-bikes and e-scooters seen racing, will step up enforcement
straitstimes.com/singapore/lta-investigating-e-bikes-e-scooters-seen-racing-at-various-spots-will-step-up-enforcement
Qatar’s Hamad Airport now best in the world: PETALING JAYA: Qatar’s Hamad International Airport has wrested the title of “World’s Best Airport” from Singapore ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/19/qatars-hamad-airport-now-best-in-the-world
Quick Glance: Challenges faced by Dubai Airport after heavy rainfall
- Dubai International Airport is in disarray following heavy rainfall, resulting in flooded runways.
- Numerous stranded passengers are waiting in terminals due to flight cancellations and delays.
- Emirates and Flydubai are apologizing to affected passengers and working to restore flight operations.
- The United Arab Emirates are dealing with the consequences of extreme rainfall causing traffic disruptions and damages in various cities.
Cannes announces honorary Palme d’Or for Studio Ghibli: This marks the first time the honorary award is going to a group instead of an individual.
japantimes.co.jp/culture/2024/04/18/entertainment-news/news-studio-ghibli-cannes-honorary-palme-dor/
Quick Glance: Studio Ghibli Receives First-Ever Honorary Palme d’Or in Cannes
- The acclaimed Japanese animation house Studio Ghibli, known for films like Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and Oscar-winner The Boy and the Beast, is set to be honored with an honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes as the first group to receive this prestigious award.
- Typically awarded to individuals, past recipients include Tom Cruise, Michael Douglas, and Harrison Ford, with Star Wars creator George Lucas also being recognized at the 77th edition of the festival.
- Studio Ghibli is synonymous with veteran directors Hayao Miyazaki and Isao Takahata, who have created iconic animated features under the studio's banner over the past four decades.
- Filmmaker Miyazaki has garnered multiple Oscars, and the studio has produced over 20 films, including masterpieces like Princess Mononoke and Howl's Moving Castle. The group acknowledgment highlights Studio Ghibli's significant impact in the film industry.
‘Charismatic, loving, a true friend': Ex-colleagues remember S'porean woman killed in Spain
straitstimes.com/singapore/charismatic-loving-a-true-friend-ex-colleagues-remember-s-porean-woman-killed-in-spain
Always knew you had our back: Police thank outgoing PM Lee: PM Lee was presented the Temasek Sword, the highest honour bestowed by the police, on April 17 ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/always-knew-you-had-our-back-police-thank-outgoing-pm-lee
Vegan chocolate crowned Supreme Champion at Outstanding Food Producer Awards: Mind Your Temper's Black Forest Bonbon is being touted as 'so good it doesn't taste ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/514660/vegan-chocolate-crowned-supreme-champion-at-outstanding-food-producer-awards
Stabbed Sydney Assyrian bishop says recovering quickly, forgives attacker: SYDNEY: An Assyrian bishop who was stabbed during a service at his Sydney church said ...
channelnewsasia.com/world/australia-sydney-assyrian-bishop-stabbing-church-attacker-4273961
Younger Singaporeans financially prudent, but some buy things to be happy: IPS poll
straitstimes.com/singapore/younger-singaporeans-financially-prudent-but-some-buy-things-to-be-happy-ips-poll
Young high-income earners more likely to 'buy now, pay later': 5 findings of IPS-CNA survey on youth finances
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/young-people-rising-cost-living-buy-now-pay-later-retirement-plan-income-expenditure-4272751
Telegram boss says messaging app hits 900 million users: Telegram has committed itself to never disclosing any personal information about its users.
straitstimes.com/world/telegram-boss-says-messaging-app-hits-900-million-users
65 units sold in two days at condo in Sentosa Cove after 40% price slash: Analysts said price is the main reason for the nearly 80% take-up of units on the first ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/65-units-sold-in-2-days-as-the-residences-at-w-singapore-sentosa-cove-slashes-prices
Dona Manis Cake Shop’s co-founder sets up rival banana pie shop next door: "Auntie Peng", creator of Dona Manis’ famous banana pie recipe ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/dining/dona-manis-cake-shop-cofounder-auntie-peng-sets-rival-banana-pie-next-door-388626
Singaporean songwriter Tat Tong to write lyrics for Crazy Rich Asians musical: The Crazy Rich Asians musical is helmed by Jon M Chu who previously directed the ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/crazy-rich-asians-musical-tat-tong-singaporean-songwriter-388741
More than half of newer nurses uncomfortable doing more complex procedures independently, study finds
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/sgh-singapore-general-hospital-study-new-nurses-not-ready-plug-gaps-sit-skh-4277391
Nearly half of China's major cities are sinking, researchers say: SINGAPORE — Nearly half of China's major cities are suffering "moderate to ...
asiaone.com/china/nearly-half-chinas-major-cities-are-sinking-researchers-say
Cyclist who clung to car bonnet in East Coast road rage case likely affected by brain tumour: Lawyer
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/17/cyclist-who-clung-to-car-bonnet-in-east-coast-road-rage-case-likely-affected-by-brain-tumour-lawyer
All you need to know about ITE graduates getting funding to pursue their diplomas
straitstimes.com/singapore/all-you-need-to-know-about-ite-graduates-getting-funding-to-pursue-their-diplomas
Johor to become most economically developed state in Malaysia: PM Anwar: A wealthier Johor must care for people’s welfare too, said the premier.
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/johor-to-become-most-economically-developed-state-in-malaysia-says-pm-anwar
COE prices close mostly higher; premiums for smaller cars rise above S$90,000: Category A premiums closed above S$90,000 for the first time in more than five ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/coe-premiums-prices-bidding-exercise-apr-17-4271706
South Korean singer IU to perform alongside students of Singapore studio at upcoming concert
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/kpop-iu-singapore-concert-maddspace-studio-holssi-388596
Tourist arrested for allegedly stealing luxury goods at Changi Airport before her flight
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/16/tourist-arrested-for-allegedly-stealing-luxury-goods-at-changi-airport-before-her-flight
It’s taken 100 scientists two years to rename airborne viruses after Covid-19 mistakes
straitstimes.com/world/it-s-taken-100-scientists-two-years-to-rename-airborne-viruses-after-covid-19-mistakes
COE prices rise for all categories except for motorcycles: The price of COEs for smaller cars ended at $94,010, a rise of 5.6 per cent.
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/coe-prices-rise-for-all-categories-except-for-motorcycles
Paris Olympics 2024: Offering prize money at Games against 'Olympic spirit' says cycling boss
bbc.com/sport/cycling/68825739
Stuck in a car for 8 hours, but Singaporeans in flood-stricken Dubai count their blessings
straitstimes.com/singapore/stuck-in-a-car-for-8-hours-but-singaporeans-in-flood-stricken-dubai-count-their-blessings
Singapore-built Hyundai Ioniq 5 robotaxi passes its driving test in the US: The robotaxi version of the Ioniq 5 electric crossover is assembled by Hyundai's ...
asiaone.com/lifestyle/singapore-built-hyundai-ioniq-5-robotaxi-passes-its-driving-test-us
Additional tickets for K-pop star IU's Singapore concerts to go on sale on Apr 18
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/iu-singapore-concert-additional-tickets-388676
Singapore’s only letterpress heritage studio to close after 10 years, founder seeks buyer
straitstimes.com/life/arts/singapore-s-only-letterpress-heritage-studio-to-close-after-10-years-founder-seeks-buyer
'Aren't you embarrassed?' Woman blasted for using body to chope lot for Singapore-registered car in Kluang
asiaone.com/singapore/arent-you-embarrassed-woman-blasted-using-body-chope-lot-singapore-registered-car-kluang
Sabitzer: "If you can experience that, then you run extra meters": What an evening: it was one of those magical Champions League nights for Dortmund against ...
kicker.de/sabitzer-wenn-du-das-erleben-kannst-dann-laeufst-du-extra-meter-1015897/artikel
How S’pore investors can ride the gold wave as prices hit record highs: One ounce or 31.1 grammes of phyical gold can be quite costly for an investor to buy into ...
straitstimes.com/business/how-s-pore-investors-can-ride-the-gold-wave-as-prices-hit-record-highs
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Delfi Orchard up for collective sale at $438 million guide price: The complex comprises 150 strata-titled units – 127 shops and 23 apartments – of which 126 are ...
straitstimes.com/business/delfi-orchard-up-for-collective-sale-at-438-million-guide-price
What makes a South-east Asian?: Is there a common identity that people across 10 countries in Asean share? Read more at straitstimes.com.
straitstimes.com/opinion/what-makes-a-south-east-asian
Generation Z is unprecedentedly rich: Millennials were poorer at this stage in their lives. So were baby-boomers
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/16/generation-z-is-unprecedentedly-rich
'Treating us like we're not human': Landlord under fire for listing balcony at Ang Mo Kio flat for rent
asiaone.com/singapore/treating-us-were-not-human-landlord-under-fire-listing-balcony-ang-mo-kio-flat-rent
Istana open house on April 21 to celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Labour Day: Entry to the Istana grounds is free for Singaporeans and permanent residents.
straitstimes.com/singapore/istana-open-house-on-april-21-to-celebrate-hari-raya-aidilfitri-labour-day
Philippines, US forces to simulate retaking enemy-occupied islands in joint military drills
channelnewsasia.com/asia/philippines-united-states-south-china-sea-joint-military-drills-taiwan-palawan-manila-4271776
'Maybe my expectations were too high': Tourist left underwhelmed after trying 'best' Hainanese chicken rice in Singapore
asiaone.com/lifestyle/maybe-my-expectations-were-too-high-tourist-left-underwhelmed-after-trying-best-hainanese
All you need to know about Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department album: From fan theories to Easter eggs, The Straits Times dissects the discussion around ...
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/all-you-need-to-know-about-taylor-swift-s-the-tortured-poets-department-album
Thundery showers and hot weather expected for the rest of April: Daily temperatures will range between 25 deg C and 34 deg C, and may reach a high of 35 deg C.
straitstimes.com/singapore/thundery-showers-and-hot-weather-expected-for-the-rest-of-april
Jail for infant care teacher who slapped baby for refusing to drink milk: The abuse left a red mark on the infant's face.
straitstimes.com/singapore/9-months-jail-for-infant-care-teacher-who-slapped-baby-for-refusing-to-drink-milk
6 of Singapore’s best hidden speakeasy bars that will take you back in time – and how to find them
scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3259122/6-singapores-best-hidden-speakeasy-bars-will-take-you-back-time-and-how-find-them
LeBron James Opens Up About the One NBA Award He Hasn’t Won: The King says it stings to have never won Defensive Player of the Year.
si.com/nba/2024/04/16/lebron-james-defensive-player-award-quote-marc-gasol
Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool farewell at risk of fizzling out: The Reds lost 3-0 in the Europa League quarter-final, first leg to Atalanta last week ...
straitstimes.com/sport/football/jurgen-klopp-s-liverpool-farewell-at-risk-of-fizzling-out
'I longed for the flavours of home': Singaporean who moved to London sets up business selling thunder tea rice
asiaone.com/lifestyle/i-longed-flavours-home-singaporean-who-moved-london-sets-business-selling-thunder-tea
Singapore key exports slump 20.7% in March, worse than expected: The drop was worse than the 7.4 per cent fall forecast by analysts in a Bloomberg poll.
straitstimes.com/business/singapore-key-exports-slump-207-in-march-worse-than-expected
Fancy working part-time as AI’s tutor?: As AI technology has become more sophisticated, so has the job of people who must painstakingly teach it.
straitstimes.com/business/invest/fancy-working-part-time-as-ai-s-tutor
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China’s micro-drama boom takes viewers by storm both at home and abroad: Observers said the formula - snappy storylines that end each episode in a cliffhanger - ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-chinese-micro-drama-video-minisodes-mobile-social-media-4271896
Singapore visitors in Dubai for crypto events face wash-out as floods hit: The flood has led to a gridlock for the third day running.
straitstimes.com/business/singapore-visitors-in-dubai-for-crypto-events-face-wash-out-as-floods-hit
Condo rents inch up after 7-month decline; volumes recover: SRX, 99.co: The suburbs had the most leasing activity in March, followed by the city fringe and city ...
straitstimes.com/business/condo-rents-inch-up-after-7-month-decline-volumes-recover-srx-99co
Singapore workers can request shorter weeks and work from home: Singapore's new guideline kicks in December 1 for all workers – but employers don't have to agree ...
businessinsider.com/singapore-workers-can-request-shorter-weeks-and-work-from-home-2024-4
Meteor showers and 4 supermoons: What skygazers can look out for in 2024: Here's a tip for spotting meteor showers: Avoid gazing directly at the radiant ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/meteor-showers-4-supermoons-dates-where-see-2024-4260806
Thousands of Taylor Swift fans hit by UK ticket scams: Lloyds: At least 3,000 victims are likely to have been tricked into buying fake tickets since July 2023.
straitstimes.com/world/europe/thousands-of-taylor-swift-fans-hit-by-uk-ticket-scams-lloyds
Jail for repeat offender who stole, fought and caused a ruckus within five months
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/jail-for-repeat-offender-who-stole-fought-and-caused-a-ruckus-within-five-months
Deutsche Bank Has Cut Dozens in Asia Private Banking Overhaul: Deutsche Bank AG trimmed 10 private banking roles in Asia over the past week ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/deutsche-bank-has-cut-dozens-in-asia-private-banking-overhaul
How to be less self-critical when perfectionism is a trap: Young people are struggling with social comparison and self-criticism, but experts say there are ways ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/wellness/perfectionism-social-comparison-388421
Paintings from Singapore’s national collection shown at Venice Biennale’s main exhibition for the first time
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-venice-biennale-2024-robert-zhao-renhui-national-gallery-388606
Singapore-Licensed Triple-A to Offer PayPal Stablecoin (PYUSD) Support: Singapore-based payments firm Triple-A will add PayPal’s stablecoin to the list of tokens ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/singapore-licensed-triple-a-to-offer-paypal-stablecoin-pyusd-support
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Woman’s body found with 30 stab wounds: A MAN has been arrested in Spain after the body of missing 39-year-old Singaporean woman Audrey Fang Dirou (pic) was ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/19/womans-body-found-with-30-stab-wounds
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