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askST: What should I know before giving my child a mobile phone?

Happy Asian family using smartphone together on sofa at home living room.
Happy Asian family using smartphone together on sofa at home living room.

askST Jobs: Why do some internships pay so much more than others?

While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.
While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.

askST: Why are there new rules on psychiatric expert evidence in criminal court cases?

From Dec 31, psychiatrists must be admitted to a panel before they can testify as an expert in criminal proceedings.
From Dec 31, psychiatrists must be admitted to a panel before they can testify as an expert in criminal proceedings.

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Japan hit by quakes: What to know if you have a trip planned

At least 30 people were injured when a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s north-eastern region late on Dec 8.
At least 30 people were injured when a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s north-eastern region late on Dec 8.

askST: What should we consider before travelling and feasting this holiday season?

Travellers heading to developing countries should ensure they are vaccinated against food- and water-borne diseases.
Travellers heading to developing countries should ensure they are vaccinated against food- and water-borne diseases.

askST: Why do political parties get deregistered?

Under current laws, political parties in Singapore are categorised as politically significant persons, and are required to report donations.
Under current laws, political parties in Singapore are categorised as politically significant persons, and are required to report donations.

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Circle Line MRT service adjustments in early 2026: What you need to know

About 480,000 passengers are expected to be affected daily.
About 480,000 passengers are expected to be affected daily.

How will the new requirements for Integrated Shield Plan riders affect you?

New riders sold from April 2026 will have to impose the minimum deductibles that patients have to pay before insurance kicks in.
New riders sold from April 2026 will have to impose the minimum deductibles that patients have to pay before insurance kicks in.

askST Jobs: Homeward bound from a job stint abroad? Hit your stride fast with these tips

Generic photo of office workers at Raffles Place on Jan 23, 2025.  PMET, CBD, manpower, jobs, wages, employment
Generic photo of office workers at Raffles Place on Jan 23, 2025.  PMET, CBD, manpower, jobs, wages, employment

askST: With the pandemic over, should I still get my Covid-19 vaccine shots?

People aged 60 and older, the medically vulnerable aged six months and older and residents of aged-care facilities are recommended to get jabbed.
People aged 60 and older, the medically vulnerable aged six months and older and residents of aged-care facilities are recommended to get jabbed.

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