This week’s top reads from The Straits Times, Feb 28, 2026

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S’pore needs to reset views on marriage, parenthood: Indranee

The country’s preliminary resident TFR dropped to a historic low of 0.87 in 2025.

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Why did the Cat A COE premium exceed Cat B’s in the latest tender?

Many EV makers have been able to introduce more models that comply with a Cat A COE.

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‘I thought I was safe’: What’s behind Malaysia’s rising TB cases

Transmission of TB typically requires prolonged, close exposure to an infectious individual.

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‘I have better work-life balance now’: S’pore dental assistant turned fishmonger

Ms Neo Hui Qin made the career switch in 2024 and has no regrets.

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How a retiree topped up her CPF yearly to receive a $4,600 monthly payout

Her payout is about 5 times more than others who do not make any top-ups.

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‘The family can find peace now’: Uncle of boy who drowned in Kallang River

Daniel’s body was found floating in the waters at about 10.35pm on Feb 26.

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How a S’porean chef ended up opening a restaurant in Northern Italy

Ethel Hoon’s restaurant Pramol Alto won an award for South Tyrol’s Newcomer of the Year 2026.

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Feeling bloated after CNY feasting? Here’s how to get your gut back on track

Like a laptop that feels sluggish and crashes too often, your gut may need a reset to feel normal again.

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