Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on March 15, 2026

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S’pore’s energy secure despite disruptions from Mid-East conflict: Tan See Leng

To safeguard energy security, Singapore also imports gas from sources beyond the Middle East.

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More new citizens for a baby-scarce S’pore: Can integration balance rising immigration?

S’poreans mostly acknowledged the need for immigration, but had some concerns.

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They came for love, work and studies – and now call S’pore home

Four new Singaporeans reflect on their personal journeys.

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SFA recalls 2 more formula milk products due to presence of toxin

The recall is ongoing, the SFA and CDA said.

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Stray cat population rises in Sungei Kadut, Tuas despite nationwide sterilisation programme

Some foreign workers have reportedly brought cats from elsewhere.

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How the Mid-East conflict is affecting supply of Ramadan food in S-E Asia

While Malaysia and Singapore have yet to feel the impact due to pre-ordered stocks, traders expect price hikes soon.

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HK chain Itacho Sushi shuts all outlets in S’pore

It opened in Singapore in 2009.

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Cracking the PSLE maths code: Avoid meltdowns, change mindsets

Parents can view the maths exam as a means of building problem-solving skills.

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What it meant when my tween daughter started speaking in ‘Samoan’

It meant a child was starting to assert her independence.

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Get a dog, live longer?

Research says that people who own pets tend to be healthier.

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