This week’s top reads from The Straits Times, April 13, 2024

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Sydney knife attacker shot dead after killing 6 in shopping mall, police say

Police have no indication of the attacker’s motive, but “terrorism” could not be ruled out at this stage.

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S’pore firm behind vape maker’s use of influencers to target products at youth

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It uses third-party hirers and offers tips on how to circumvent rules, say whistle-blowers.

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I was told to scam S’poreans: Bangladeshi man who was trafficked to 3 scam compounds

He was told to target Singaporeans as Singapore was rich, with many business-minded young people ready to invest.

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‘I felt fatigued and cold’: Indonesian students duped into doing bogus internships in Germany

One victim, Ms Ramayana Monica, was forced to toil over odd jobs in different parts of western Germany in late 2023.

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askST: What will happen to assets surrendered in $3b money laundering case?

If the assets are not contested, they will likely be auctioned off, says a lawyer.

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Data scientists see largest pay growth in tech: Report

Their salaries in Singapore surged 11.3 per cent in 2023, while software engineers’ dipped 0.99 per cent in 2023.

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Getting the loo-down: One JC student’s quest to review all of Singapore’s public toilets

His singular obsession has snowballed into thousands of views and incredulous comments on social media platforms.

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Life-changing hobbies: The blind pianist and the artist with no hands

Getting support for their creative hobbies has enriched their lives.

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All aboard! Decommissioned SMRT train to become co-living hotel in one-north

The train carriage will host eight 7.5 sq m rooms, each equipped with an attached bathroom.

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