Singapore generated less waste and recycled less in 2024
The latest figures continue a downward trend in waste generation over the past decade.Read More
Mandopop singer Jam Hsiao returns to Singapore for concert in October
Tickets are priced from S$168 to S$298, excluding booking fee.Read More
Former preschool teacher pleads guilty to kicking 4-year-old girl, leaving bruise
The teacher was angry as she felt that the girl, who did not move when asked, had almost tripped her.Read More
AI usage rising in Singapore preschools, but experts warn against excessive screen time
Some preschools are adopting more early education apps in classes to help children learn languages more easily and spark creativity.Read More
Indie cinema The Projector will resume screenings at Golden Mile Tower in August
The Projector announced on Wednesday (Jul 23) that “with the Golden Mile en bloc process now officially concluded without a transaction”, it will “return to the place it all began”.Read…
SJI International student’s death being investigated as ‘negligent death’: Maldives police
The family of the late Jenna Chan have been kept informed of the investigation progress, said the Maldivian authorities.Read More
Living with endometriosis: Women speak out about pain, heavy bleeding, infertility and misdiagnosis
Endometriosis is one of the most common causes of infertility and affects one in 10 women of childbearing age in Singapore – yet many endure years of pain before a…
Commentary: In suicide prevention, data must be timely, transparent and trusted
Tracking suicide deaths is not enough. Without data on attempts, distress and trends, intervention comes too late, says Dr Jared Ng, the former chief of emergency and crisis care at…
Commentary: When employees abuse sick leave and employers overreact, everyone loses
Frontline businesses and SMEs have real concerns about malingering, but overreacting is probably not worth the cost in trust, says Victor Seah of the Singapore University of Social Sciences.Read More
IN FOCUS: 5 years ago, Gen Z entered the workforce from home. It shaped their career approach
Once treated as a logistical solution during the pandemic, hybrid or remote work arrangements have come to define a generation’s attitude to their careers – but perhaps not in the…