Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Jan 11

Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Monday, Jan 11.


Rise in imported Covid-19 cases in Singapore expected as infections climb globally: Experts

It is an indication of lifted border restrictions, and the success of measures to screen out infections.

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Additional entry restrictions may be imposed at S'pore malls with crowd management issues

The restrictions may be similar to the odd-even weekend entry at Peninsula Plaza and Lucky Plaza.

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Indonesian authorities locate two black boxes from crashed plane

Two bags of body parts and debris were also found and handed over to authorities.

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Long queues at hypermarts, restaurants in Malaysia ahead of expected Covid-19 curbs

Ministers urged people not to panic buy ahead of new measures expected to be announced on Monday.

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Family of girl raped, murdered in 1995 appeal for help with case; killer still at large

The body of seven-year-old Lim Shiow Rong was found the morning after she went missing.

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Acclaimed Chinese-language writer Yeng Pway Ngon dies aged 73

He was a Cultural Medallion recipient and three-time Singapore Literature Prize winner.

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MOM draws clear line between intra-corporate transferees, EP holders

Intra-corporate transferees cannot bring family nor stay to find a new job if their work passes are cancelled.

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More merchants join SingapoRediscovers vouchers scheme

Currently, the vouchers can be used only for hotel stays, local attractions and tours.

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Use of tracking device overseas among precautions to protect crew: Singapore Airlines

They have to stay in their hotel rooms and cannot physically interact with one another during the layover.

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Fun activities for kids on rainy days

Here are 10 suggestions for indoor activities, or embrace the rain if you prefer.

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