Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Sept 13, 2024

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Partial opening of Tampines Boulevard Park adds to list of green spots for residents

Located in the Tampines North region, the park’s west section spans 4.78ha.

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Singaporeans will need ETA permit to enter the UK from Jan 8, 2025

An ETA is required regardless of the mode of transport used, including arrival by air, sea or land.

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Have courage to take risks, engage with others who are different: Pope Francis

He participated in an inter-religious dialogue with youth at Catholic Junior College on Sept 13.

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Singapore 2024 GDP growth likely be on stronger side of 2% to 3% range: MAS chief

Mr Chia Der Jiun, MAS managing director, says inflation is easing and will decline further in 2025.

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In setting MRT and bus fares, PTC has to tread delicate balance between affordability and cost

The Public Transport Council has been deferring portions of fare hikes to moderate the impact on end-users.

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Qoo10 under Singapore police probe as vendors lodge reports over delayed payments

Its logistics subsidiary Qxpress is also being investigated over undelivered goods.

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Fish milk instead of cow’s milk? Idea for Prabowo’s free lunch scheme creates a stir in Indonesia

Fish milk is made from locally produced fish protein processed into powder form, and then turned into a liquid.

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Deepfake threats are here to stay. Are S’pore firms prepared?

Deepfakes could hit the board room big time as early as 2025, experts say.

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Funeral director convicted of aiding ex-boyfriend’s suicide, obstructing justice

Alverna Cher Sheue Pin, 42, is expected to be back in court on Oct 11 for mitigation and sentencing.

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Barbary Coast’s Celia Schoonraad recommends Junior The Pocket Bar

Barbary Coast co-founder Celia Schoonraad shares her favourite spots and hidden gems.

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