Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Jan 27, 2026

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More S’poreans to get matching govt grants for retirement, healthcare savings

The schemes are the Matched Retirement Savings Scheme and Matched MediSave Scheme.

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$12.1b in GST, customs and excise duties collected in 2025: Singapore Customs

There were significant increases in tobacco cases and GST-related offences, said the authority.

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S’pore must do more integration as immigration crucial for economy: Jeffrey Siow

Amid an “abysmal” fertility rate, newcomers will help S’pore stay dynamic, he said.

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Donald Trump may just make Europe great again

He may have delivered exactly the jolt that Europe needed.

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Is the focus on performance killing students’ curiosity?

The same conditions that produce excellence can result in restraint, says the writer.

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NEA ‘closely’ monitoring haze situation after noticeable burning smell

Some smoke haze could be transported to S’pore with prevailing winds blowing from the north or north-east.

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Some SIA flights affected by airspace closure due to airshow

SIA advised customers to update their contact details as other flights may also be affected.

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Tourist mauled by snow leopard at popular Xinjiang ski destination

A female tourist had reportedly approached the snow leopard despite being cautioned against it.

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SBS Transit files police report after car allegedly brakes abruptly, hogs bus lane

The police have confirmed that a report was lodged, and they are investigating the matter.

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Drink warm water and try qigong: TikTokers in latest wellness trend

More people are also discovering Chinese zodiac signs and Chinese New Year.

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