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Calista Wong

Calista joined The Straits Times as a breaking news reporter in 2025 after a stint at the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, where she wrote about biodiversity history. While she is passionate about environmental issues, she also has a strong interest in geek culture – and nothing is too niche to pique her curiosity. Got something to share? Just reach out.

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Jack’s Place to mark 60th anniversary with fund-raising dinner for ST School Pocket Money Fund

The fundraising dinner will be held on July 31 at its Bras Basah Complex outlet, with tickets priced at $100.
The fundraising dinner will be held on July 31 at its Bras Basah Complex outlet, with tickets priced at $100.

Pickled pearl garlic product recalled over excessive levels of sulphur dioxide

The jars of Pickled Pearl Garlic (230g) originate from Thailand and are imported by Sinhua Hock Kee Trading.
The jars of Pickled Pearl Garlic (230g) originate from Thailand and are imported by Sinhua Hock Kee Trading.

22 people taken to hospital after multi-vehicle accident in Tuas

In a video of the accident shared on TikTok, a white minibus with a shattered side window and windscreen is seen stopped behind a lorry with a damaged back, glass shards and debris strewn between the two vehicles.
In a video of the accident shared on TikTok, a white minibus with a shattered side window and windscreen is seen stopped behind a lorry with a damaged back, glass shards and debris strewn between the two vehicles.

More rain expected in second half of June with thundery showers across S’pore on most days

The total rainfall for the last two weeks of June is expected to be above average over most parts of the island.
The total rainfall for the last two weeks of June is expected to be above average over most parts of the island.

NEA increases anti-littering patrols after online photos of rubbish near Boon Lay MRT station

The National Environment Agency on June 16 said it is aware of concerns over cleanliness in the vicnity of Boon Lay MRT station, and has stepped up enforcement through regular patrols.
The National Environment Agency on June 16 said it is aware of concerns over cleanliness in the vicnity of Boon Lay MRT station, and has stepped up enforcement through regular patrols.

Can’t get enough of Cj Hendry’s Flower Market? Here are some local makers you can support instead

At Carer’s online and pop up stores, you can find handmade pipe cleaner flowers and other trinkets specially crafted by seniors under their care. Those looking for occasion bouquet can check out home-based business Jolly Pally.
At Carer’s online and pop up stores, you can find handmade pipe cleaner flowers and other trinkets specially crafted by seniors under their care. Those looking for occasion bouquet can check out home-based business Jolly Pally.

Found: Girl, 16, last seen in Hougang on May 26

Dory Tan Qi En was last seen at Block 679 Hougang Avenue 8, at about 5pm on May 26.
Dory Tan Qi En was last seen at Block 679 Hougang Avenue 8, at about 5pm on May 26.

Passenger rescued after being trapped in lorry following accident in Woodlands

The lorry was believed to have skidded at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 6 and Woodlands Avenue 1.
The lorry was believed to have skidded at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 6 and Woodlands Avenue 1.

Cj Hendry’s Flower Market extended till June 15 due to ‘overwhelming demand’

The installation, held at the IMBA Theatre, features plush renditions of more than 30 varieties of flowers designed by Australia Hendry.
The installation, held at the IMBA Theatre, features plush renditions of more than 30 varieties of flowers designed by Australia Hendry.

Avoid Thomson Road stretch near Thomson Medical Centre due to risk of flash floods: PUB

National water agency PUB in a post on social media platform X at 11.21am alerted motorists to stay away from Thomson Road (Balestier Road to Novena Rise).
National water agency PUB in a post on social media platform X at 11.21am alerted motorists to stay away from Thomson Road (Balestier Road to Novena Rise).

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