Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on April 13, 2024

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Singapore, Shenzhen can boost cooperation in digital trade, says DPM Heng

Mr Heng also met Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee on the last day of his six-day trip to China.

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Does Singapore have what it takes to look after the elderly?

The demand for suitable care solutions for seniors has become more pressing as the Singapore population ages.

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Pope Francis to visit S’pore from Sept 11 to 13

The Pope will also celebrate mass, which is tentatively set to take place on Sept 12.

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‘Don’t’: Biden warns Iran against attacking Israel

He said he expected Iran to attack Israel "sooner, rather than later".

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Biden, Kishida and Marcos make common cause against China in first trilateral summit

It was the second summit in two days where the critique of China stood out.

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Taking up self-study industry qualifications? SkillsFuture subsidies may not apply to your programme

Qualifications for chartered accountants and chartered financial analysts are two such examples.

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Ground handling firm Sats delays roll-out of new cargo handling fee after industry pushback

Freight forwarders say costs will be significant and may be passed on to consumers.

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Here’s another word for retirement - reinvention

Retirement can mess with your mind, but you can also use it as a springboard to redefine yourself.

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Blame game continues as 62-day trial involving Hin Leong founder O.K. Lim wraps up

Lim faces 130 criminal charges involving US$2.7 billion in alleged fraudulent loans disbursed.

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Two-day festival in Katong-Joo Chiat to launch neighbourhood heritage initiative

A public call for collaboration project ideas for the area will also be made.

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