Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Oct 4, 2024

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Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng charged with two offences linked to Iswaran probe

 No charges will be brought against Lum Chang Holdings’ Mr David Lum in relation to Iswaran’s case. 

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HPL requests trading halt ahead of Ong Beng Seng’s court appearance

The reason given for the trading halt is a pending release of an announcement.

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COE quota up 3.6% to 15,834 for period from November to January

The supply for Category A will climb by 5.6%.

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Singles can buy 2-room flexi BTO flats in all locations from October sales launch

More than 1,900 two-room flexi flats will be on offer in towns like Ang Mo Kio, Bedok and Kallang/Whampoa.

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Luxe, high value goods dealers to help spot red flags, as part of tighter anti-money laundering efforts

These businesses will also be engaged on how to refuse to accept large payments in cash.

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Parts of Marine Parade flooded due to burst underground pipe

At least 20 workers were seen scooping water, mud and debris with their buckets and helmets.

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Body of retired Singaporean teacher, 76, found near Mount Everest

Efforts are under way to retrieve his body.

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Huber’s Butchery wins lawsuit to access neighbour’s land to build new HQ and meat factory

Hu Lee refused to grant Huber’s access to its property, citing inconvenience and business disruption.

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Want to master tech? Learn Shakespeare, says futurist Lindsey McInerney

Futurist Lindsey McInerney says a background in the arts is indispensable as AI and the internet continue to evolve.

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Healing beats: Lo-fi music beloved by millions online

Lo-fi music has drawn many fans, but behind the soothing beats lies an industry using it to farm for engagement online.

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