Malaysia helicopter crash victims’ children to get S$285 each, plus other aid: Education ministry

An interim report into the fatal collision on April 23 will be ready in two weeks, said a government spokesperson.

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Man gets 20 days' jail for neglecting 43 cats in flat without food, water in NParks' biggest animal cruelty case

Since the cats were not sterilised, they started to breed uncontrollably till the man “lost count” of the number of cats staying in his house, the prosecution said.

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Changi Airport's passenger traffic in Q1 2024 surpasses pre-pandemic levels

The strong traffic performance this quarter was boosted by the hosting of many music concerts in Singapore and the relaxing of visa requirements between China and Singapore, says Changi Airport Group.

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Far East Shopping Centre tries again for en-bloc sale, some shop owners may move to Orchard Towers or retire

"This place is a 'golf hub' for anyone looking for golf equipment. Where will all the golf tourists go when Far East Shopping Centre (has always been) the place they know?" a shop owner asked, adding that other golf shops are looking to move to Orchard Towers.

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Commentary: Life-changing treatments for my terminal disease may soon be within reach, but here’s why I’m going to hold off

The author, who suffers from spinal muscular atrophy, says new drugs could greatly improve his quality of life. Even so, he’s in no hurry to take costly medications to which continued, consistent access cannot be guaranteed due to the exorbitant price tag.

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'I used to wish people would treat me as invisible': Xixi Lim, 36, struggled with self-acceptance in her youth

When she was mocked and ostracised for her appearance, she didn’t know how else to fight for herself, and it scarred her.

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MFA director-general admits lying to ministry about use of diplomatic bags

Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan, 45, lied to the authorities about his intent to help a friend bring 21 luxury watches from Beijing to Singapore using the diplomatic bag service.

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#trending: NUS students turn avocado plushie keychain into 'Bell Curve God' shrine, make 'offerings' for good grades

In a quirky display of devotion to academic success, some students at NUS have turned to an unconventional "deity" in the hopes of securing favourable grades.

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Singapore's economy boosted by Taylor Swift, Coldplay shows; over half of concertgoers 'likely' from overseas

The Monetary Authority of Singapore noted estimates by analysts indicating the Coldplay and Taylor Swift concerts could have generated tourism receipts of up to S$450 million.

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HDB resale prices rise 1.8% in Q1 of 2024; transactions up 8%

The rise in prices is an increase from the 1.1 per cent growth seen in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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'I'm so touched': S$54,000 in donations pour in for embattled live turtle museum after plea from operator

Museum operator Connie Tan desperately hopes she won't have to close the place. "We are a Singapore brand and if we close down, it will be heartbreaking and a loss to everybody."

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Billion-dollar money laundering case: Suspect handed 5 new charges, including failure to explain S$26m in bank account

Zhang Ruijin, 45, already faced three charges of forgery before Friday’s (April 26) charges, and is set to plead guilty on Tuesday.

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Bank of Singapore uncovers misuse of medical benefits; fires some employees

The sacked employees were said to have made medical claims for items such as bird's nest, skincare products and toothbrushes.

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The Big Read: Reducing single-use plastics and disposables — are we there yet? Or are companies just greenwashing?

"The culture here is to throw things away. It’s all about convenience, and it’s hard to change this because it’s ingrained in Singaporean society," one environmentalist told TODAY. Do you agree?

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'A pity to let go' — Shi Wei Da Satay Bee Hoon closes after it had to vacate stall

The popular stall in Bedok 85 Market is run by hawker Ng Kim Song, and attained a Michelin Bib Gourmand nod in 2018.

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Domestic violence in childhood: What drove 2 Singaporeans, a businesswoman and a pastoral counsellor to repair mental health

She headed towards the police station, even though her mother had warned her not to get her father into trouble.

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Taylor Swift fans descend on London pub name-checked on album

Fans are flocking to The Black Dog, a pub in southwest London, after it was name-checked on the US singer's new album The Tortured Poets Department.

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Emperor penguins perish as ice melts to new lows: Study

The study noted that if greenhouse gas emissions continue at current levels, the penguin population is expected to decline by 99 per cent by the end of the century.

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The Big Read in short: How far have we come in weaning off plastics?

Various green initiatives in recent years have moved the needle in changing consumer behaviour in some aspects. But in terms of bringing our own containers and carrier bags, hawkers and other retailers told TODAY they have seen little change.

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Gen Y Speaks: I was diagnosed with brain cancer 3 months before my first child was born. The hardest part was learning to lean on others

For Edwin Gan, going through the darkest period of his life taught him the value of opening up to his family and friends.

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