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Philippines eyes billions in investment from Pax Silica tech hub, but farmers fear for their livelihoods
A proposed industrial park in Tarlac province under the United States-led Pax Silica initiative could create thousands…
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Philanthropy can help bridge gaps as AI and climate change reshape societies, says Philanthropy Asia Alliance chief
The Tsinghua-Philanthropy Asia Alliance Impact Summit brought together leaders from philanthropy, business, government…
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President Tharman to make state visit to Sweden from Oct 17 to 21
This will be the first state visit to Sweden by a Singapore president.
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Singapore to send haze prevention notices to 7 companies in Indonesia responsible for fires
Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu says she contacted her Indonesian counterpart again on Friday…
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Mental health practitioners call for lower or no parental consent age as more youths seek help
Some practitioners want the threshold lowered to as young as 13 or 14 - even none at all - as the government works on…
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Platform workers should not be penalised for delays during haze: Jasmin Lau
Under the Platform Workers Act, platform operators have workplace safety and health responsibilities towards their…
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Preschools to remain open even if schools close when haze hits hazardous level: Desmond Lee
O-Level exams may also be rescheduled if schools close, says the education minister.
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Haze may reach hazardous PSI levels; mask vending machines to be fully deployed by Oct 16, says Grace Fu
“Depending on the weather, we can expect air quality to fluctuate, including the possibility of reaching hazardous…
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China's central bank to further open up Chinese financial markets to foreigners
"China’s steady economic growth and rapid development of high-tech industries provide solid support for RMB assets,"…
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Three commended for stepping up during Tower Transit bus driver's medical emergency
When a bus captain on service 854 experienced a medical emergency in September, quick-thinking commuters helped to…
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Tesla's new Roadster turns in air with SpaceX thrusters, won't land until 2028
Powered by rocket-style thrusters, Tesla's new Roadster raced upside down along a ramp, launched into a mid-air flip…
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Are two free N95 masks enough? What to know about wearing and reusing them amid the haze
Two N95 masks may be enough for a week for someone who wears them only for short commutes, but those who spend several…
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No lessons, no pay: Sports coaches hit by haze cancellations, facility closures
Coaches say the fluctuating air quality has made it difficult to plan their schedules and find alternative venues for…
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Trump's new press secretary says China lacked 'proper' toilets
"I remember this very distinctly, having just come from China, thinking, 'How is China the next country on the horizon?…
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SIA flight returns to San Francisco almost 9 hours after departure over 'unruly' passenger
The passenger on board flight SQ31 "became unruly and injured himself in the process", a Singapore Airlines…
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Security stepped up in India's capital for 'cockroach' movement rally
The rally on Friday (Oct 16) is in support of the two Cockroach Janta Party leaders detained and sent to jail this week…
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