Commentary: Choosing a poly even though I had a spot in a good JC changed the course of my life
Every mid-April when polytechnic students begin the new academic year, CNA’s Grace Yeoh is reminded of the decision that altered her education path – and how going against the grain…
No fire, just water: New pet cremation service is first to use aquamation in Singapore
The Green Mortician’s founders hope for Singaporeans to eventually have the option of aquamation, which has been touted as an eco-friendly alternative to cremation.Read More
To avoid deportation, some pregnant domestic workers in Singapore turn to unsafe abortions
Once found pregnant, migrant domestic workers will have their work passes terminated. Employers are also expected to report their helpers’ pregnancy. The programme Undercover Asia explores the consequences when workers…
Schools may implement measures like mask-wearing if multiple students fall ill with respiratory symptoms: MOE
With Singapore in the midst of a COVID-19 wave, the Ministry of Education says student absenteeism due to flu-related illnesses “remains manageable”.Read More
Sunday cycling lane in Seletar made permanent after trial success
Authorities are studying other locations where the scheme – which gives dedicated road space to large groups of cyclists – can potentially be implemented.Read More
‘I got away with it, how dumb can you be?’: An expert brings us inside the mind of a serial scammer
There are scammers and then there’s Jerald Low, who has been called one of Singapore’s most prolific scammers and the country’s own version of the Tinder Swindler. CNA’s Tiffany Ang…
Commentary: Finding a new equilibrium in society as Singapore’s 4G leaders refresh social compact
Social solidarity and collective responsibility, both highlighted in President Halimah Yacob’s address in parliament, will be crucial for Singapore to find the right balance in three areas, says the Institute…
Commentary: Did 3 years of COVID-19 teach us nothing about social responsibility?
“Stay home and wear a mask if unwell”. This message has been drilled into us countless times since the COVID-19 pandemic, but yet there are countless anecdotes of people not…