Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Aug 15, 2025

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Home owners call for stronger management rules in ageing condos

Suggestions include an audit system for key services and minimum sinking fund contribution rate.

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Over 100 people being investigated for vape offences: MOH, HSA

As at Aug 14, five people have been charged over the sale or importation of etomidate-laced e-vaporisers.

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Bukit Merah fire: Residents relocated to allow restoration works

One resident said he was relieved the fire did not break out at night, when people would be asleep.

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What are the fire safety rules for PMDs?

There were 20 PMD fires in the first half of 2025, double the number in the same period in 2024.

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Changes to law being proposed to share public data with private sector

Criminal penalties on those found to have abused the data shared are being considered.

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More families using childminding, elder-minding services

Demand for part-time services are expected to rise with the offer of flexibility and stand-in help.

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Three top students with passion to serve awarded President’s Scholarship

They were involved in projects like integrating migrant workers and mentoring girls.

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Are relatively higher US Treasury yields a better bet?

Exchange rate risks, duration of bonds and sustainability of US debt are some factors to consider.

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Collision of Chinese ships chasing Philippine boat a reminder of risks in South China Sea

Analysts say that maritime risks are now heightened.

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Reformative training for teen who cheated man of $47k Rolex watch

He was instructed by his former stepfather to steal the luxury watch from a Carousell user.

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