Breaking News

February 28, 2009 Saturday

Updated

Straits Times Headlines

GIC raises Citigroup stake to 11.1 per cent

Courts prepare for 'recession crimes'

Tour bargains snapped up

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It's the middle class, stupid

View Points

10 accused of phantom worker scam

Asia needs to rethink export model

8 per cent growth decline possible

Labour chief: Focus on action

Two-wheel head turners

FTA signed with Australia and NZ

Rights body draft submitted

Hotel occupancy plunges to 60%

Huge crowds look for bargains

China firms turn to home market

Beijing trying to get citizens to spend, not stash cash

S'pore 5 on list of young global leaders

New govt-led plan for Olympic glory

Seniors want flexibility **

Merlion hit by lightning

SINGAPORE'S iconic Merlion statue, a popular tourist attraction, was damaged by lightning on Saturday afternoon during a thunderstorm, according to reports. No one was hurt.

The Merlion was struck by lightning between 4 and 5 pm local time, causing parts of the statue to fall near a group of startled visitors.

Be financial savvy

MANY of us may find financial terms and jargon confusing and intimidating. But that should not stop us from picking up some basic know-how and embarking on a journey towards financial independence.

Honour seniors: SM Goh