Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on April 20, 2025

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Being able to change is one of the reasons for PAP’s success, says Shanmugam

He pointed to how Singapore has continued to prosper despite the various turbulent periods over the last three decades.

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SDP launches manifesto, proposes HDB flats to sell for no higher than $270k, scrap PSLE

Its manifesto has six broad sections, spelling out ‘Thrive’, with over 40 proposals.

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PSP to field A-team in West Coast-Jurong West GRC

In GE2020, PSP lost with 48.32 per cent of the vote against the PAP’s 51.68 per cent.

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WP unveils 3 more new candidates, including start-up co-founder, ex-US Navy administrator

This takes the number of WP candidates making their political debut to 14.

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Different communities, faiths and religions celebrate as one S’pore family on Easter Sunday: PM Wong

Singapore’s best days are still ahead despite “so many dark clouds, so many challenges in the world”, he added.

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Glass pane falls from height at Star Vista mall, injuring 4

The glass appeared to have fallen to the ground level from the third floor of the mall.

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Flash floods in Bukit Timah as PUB issues islandwide alerts

PUB has issued flash flood risk alerts for over a dozen locations across Singapore.

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New Woodleigh Bus Interchange opens after delays caused by Covid-19, engineering challenges

Two bus services 146 and 148 will operate from Woodleigh Bus Interchange for a start.

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Rediscovering the charms of JB: Wider spaces and slower pace of life

A change in mindset has also allowed the writer to better enjoy her weekday escapes across the Causeway.

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World Veterinary Day: Meet S’pore’s unsung heroes of pet care

Looking after furry and feathered companions is a challenging task, but these vets are taking it in their stride.

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