Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Feb 2, 2026

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Decline in cancer deaths in S’pore despite increase in new cases

The cancer death rate has fallen by 21 per cent since 2012.

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Rental car population hits high of 95,857 vehicles in 2025

Growth comes as appeal of privately owned cars continues to wane amid high COE prices.

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ST Engineering’s hovercraft-like AirFish to carry passengers by Q3

It was previously reported the vessel can be used for maritime travel between islands.

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Largest-ever turnout expected for S’pore Airshow 2026

The event takes place from tomorrow until Sunday at the Changi Exhibition Centre.

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More SMEs open to loans as financing outlook brightens

Reception to business loans grows warmer as borrowing costs decline, terms improve.

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Made in the US, sourced globally

Trump’s tariffs are having a widespread impact, and American companies are not spared.

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S’pore crosses the super-aged threshold in 2026. Can its health system cope?

The focus must shift to prevention of disease and affordability of care.

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Record 19,000 devotees fill streets for Thaipusam

Improvements in crowd and queue management led to smoother arrangements.

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CEO of mala chain A Hot Hideout diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer

He was found to carry the same genetic risk as his sibling who died from a rare immune disorder.

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S’pore restaurants put Korean beef and pork on the menu

The premium meats are now allowed here and even non-Korean eateries are serving them.

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