As far as I can see...

1. That's for MP. But for LH, when you fly in F you get a 275% bonus ie 375% total. And they all count for status!!!.

2. At least Star is not falling apart... Has everyone heard the recent rumours?

3. That's quite possibly one of the few improvements which Star could make to make it even better. Among with the ability to upgrade using miles on other carriers, like Asia Miles...

I found very good treatment (in terms of actual benefits) being Star Gold, but it's on ANA where service is already "up there" with CX or SQ IMO.