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Screen time linked to impaired brain function, may affect learning beyond childhood: Study
The study of 506 children showed that infants who were exposed to more screen time had more “low-frequency” brain waves.
Man fined $1k for removing election poster was caught after his fingerprints found on it
Constantine Paul was given the maximum fine for committing the offence under the Parliamentary Elections Act.
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Action plan to help older Singaporeans live well as they age and work longer
By 2030, it is estimated that one in four people here will be aged 65 and above.
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Avoid CNY overeating: Does a love letter biscuit have more calories than a pineapple tart?
How many slices of bak kwa should you eat a day?
5 plagiarism detection tools to tell if content is written by AI bot
The race to beat AI-assisted plagiarism and cheating is on.
Is it safe to skip the bivalent Covid-19 booster?
No new side effects have been reported with additional doses.
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askST Jobs: How can I overcome feelings of guilt about taking leave from work?
Keeping co-workers in the loop gives them time to anticipate their workload and prepare beforehand.
askST Jobs: What to do when a supervisor takes too much credit?
Sometimes, there is influencing and generating buy-in for work which the manager may be doing and this is not easily visible to team members.
ST HeadSTart: Do you feel guilty for taking leave? | Things to know before selling your flat for a profit
View taking a break as being responsible for your own well-being.
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Whistle-blower ordered to pay $50k over false claims
If you feel you have been wronged by someone, you have up to six years to file a lawsuit.
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Fun With Kids: Science Centre’s electrifying show on energy; underwater dragon dance
Make family time all the more special with these ideas and activities.
Minor Issues: Our daughter got her first holiday job by herself – and it turned out okay
The onus is on us as parents to accept when our children’s decisions differ from what we think is the “right” path, said the writer.
