Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Nov 16, 2025

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Offshore nuclear plant in S’pore can increase distance from communities, but poses drawbacks: Expert

A strong legal framework is needed to regulate nuclear energy due to hazard potential.

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Bukit Panjang LRT renewal 88% done; power rail replacement slated for Q4 2026 completion

All 19 first-gen vehicles were replaced, and the system now operates fully on a new train control signalling system.

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S’pore’s year-end rains to coincide with two rain-bearing systems, but wetter weather unlikely

La Nina and the negative Indian Ocean Dipole are likely to influence rainfall on other months instead.

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Yio Chu Kang CC reopens with dementia-friendly features for ageing community

A mural on the first floor has visual cues such as directional arrows and amenity icons.

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Mersing’s tourism is booming, but it is now straining Johor’s hidden paradise

Mersing’s coral crisis forced island closures, slashing incomes for boat operators and vendors.

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Minor Issues: Where there’s love, there’s hope

The writer’s daughter, who has autism, was rejected from job training centres. But it may be a blessing in disguise.

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China’s expanded travel access for Taiwan a ‘high-visibility outreach tool’, but will it boost ties?

Taiwan authorities have warned its residents of “safety risks” when going to the mainland.

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My mother’s passing at 93 brought me closer to my young family

Working in finance, the year has been turbulent, but I now prioritise my daughters’ bedtime.

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New academic imprint ThinkNanyang aims to boost Chinese-language research, promote scholarly works

The imprint will focus on subjects related to the Chinese diaspora.

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Holiday fun: Check out Curiosity Cove and Airzone, and snap photos with Baby Shark and Mickey Mouse

Curiosity Cove is Singapore’s largest indoor nature-themed playscape, located next to the Singapore Zoo.

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