Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on May 1, 2024

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Preparatory work to connect Thomson-East Coast Line with Changi Airport to begin in 2025

Tanah Merah, Expo and Changi Airport stations will be modified so they can become part of the TEL.

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34½ years’ jail for man who used 2 kids as ‘punching bags’, caused death of daughter, 5

The girl died from a head injury after her father, who had martial arts training, relentlessly smacked her.

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Covid-19 booster dose encouraged for kids, says MOH after NUS study shows 3rd jab not needed

The ministry also encouraged all who are aged 6 months and above to get vaccinated a year after their last dose.

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Which parts of Asia are suffering from record temperatures and how long will the heat last?

Temperatures in 2024 are well above average in many countries.

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DBS may resume non-essential banking activities but higher capital buffer stays: MAS

MAS, however, will not extend a six-month restriction on the bank.

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Hope rises for a Gaza ceasefire as Hamas studies latest proposal and Israel waits for an answer

Israel will move into Rafah “with a deal or without a deal”, says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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More than 800 Hyundai, Kia EVs in S’pore to undergo recall for electronics fault

The affected models are – Hyundai Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and Kia EV6.

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LTA to return first 2 new Bukit Panjang LRT trains to China plant for modifications

Additionally, two new trains with the necessary modifications already done will enter service in 2024.

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Former EPL stars on mental health: It’s okay to be not okay, and it’s okay to get help

For Liverpool stars David James and Jermaine Pennant struggled with mental health but improved after seeking support.

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S’pore HeritageFest 2024 pays homage to the country’s sites, buildings

All HeritageFest programmes are now open for registration.

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