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Jane Ng

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Jane joined The Straits Times more than 20 years ago and has experience in education, parenting and lifestyle stories. She took a seven-year career break to do freelance writing and be home with her kids, and returned to the newsroom in 2021. Having been on both sides of the fence, she has gained a fresh outlook on working while mothering and tries to bring that dual perspective to her stories.

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The final stretch: Essential listening tips for PSLE pupils

Founder and academic director of Writer’s Guild, Trinity Wang, 44, with her daughter, Emma Hong, 12.
Founder and academic director of Writer’s Guild, Trinity Wang, 44, with her daughter, Emma Hong, 12.

From potlucks to parades, celebrating Singapore’s birthday our way

Singaporeans celebrate National Day in different ways, such as gathering for a meal, “chasing” the fireworks or splurging on hotels with aerial views of the event.
Singaporeans celebrate National Day in different ways, such as gathering for a meal, “chasing” the fireworks or splurging on hotels with aerial views of the event.

ST documentary traces national service journey of four Singapore recruits

(From left) Aniq Afhami Hamir, Haravin Shaun Sivakumar, Connor Francis Foster and Javis Goh did eight more weeks of physical training before basic military training. 
(From left) Aniq Afhami Hamir, Haravin Shaun Sivakumar, Connor Francis Foster and Javis Goh did eight more weeks of physical training before basic military training. 

University of the Arts Singapore marks first batch of graduates

Zhuang Chuhang, 28, is among the University of the Arts’ first batch of graduates.
Zhuang Chuhang, 28, is among the University of the Arts’ first batch of graduates.

Pioneer cohort to graduate from the University of the Arts Singapore in August

(From left) Pauline Lim, from the MA arts and ecology programme, and Tiew Fang Kee, from the design for social futures programme, are among the first graduates from UAS.
(From left) Pauline Lim, from the MA arts and ecology programme, and Tiew Fang Kee, from the design for social futures programme, are among the first graduates from UAS.

8 common science exam mistakes even high achievers make

Science tutor Jayce Or teaches P6 students how to avoid common careless mistakes.
Science tutor Jayce Or teaches P6 students how to avoid common careless mistakes.

How I supported my children through major exams, World Cup or not

Support for one’s child during exam season looks different at different ages.
Support for one’s child during exam season looks different at different ages.

Preparing for the PSLE is a lot more than just hitting the books

A chance to get full marks in PSLE listening comprehension, so pay attention to this section

When listening, focus your attention on what is being said, paying attention to the speaker’s tone and emphasis.
When listening, focus your attention on what is being said, paying attention to the speaker’s tone and emphasis.

Do informal debates help prepare students for the PSLE oral exam?

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