Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Feb 14, 2026

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NEL power system to be upgraded; rail task force proposals to be rolled out

The works will take several years to complete.

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With platform fees up, which ride-hailing app in Singapore offers the best value?

A team of ST reporters booked a total of 45 trips across five ride-hailing apps to compare them.

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Burning smell may be due to gases from recent peatland, vegetation fires: NEA

These fires can release a complex mixture of gases.

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What you need to know about the PARF rebate

The PARF rebate will be lowered by 45 percentage points.

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Singapore’s SkillsFuture reset must go beyond just AI readiness

The challenge ahead is ensuring training is relevant, embedded in work and recognised by employers, says the writer.

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RI, Hwa Chong record low cut-off points for entry in 2026; overall dip across JCs

The latest posting results for the new school year were released on Feb 3. 

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Singapore retailer Mustafa said to be facing challenges in opening Johor Bahru store

The retailer currently operates Mustafa Centre in Syed Alwi Road.

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JB is now ‘Singapore-priced’, say Johoreans

Retailers are facing a double blow, with locals priced out and cross-border shoppers deterred by a stronger ringgit.

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Real estate agencies to crack down on improper distribution of property fliers

 There will be penalties for agents who breach the rules.

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NTU to counsel students after CNY lo hei event draws flak over food waste

A video showed students tossing yusheng into the air and at one another.

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