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Parliament affirms amended WP motion on the future of S’pore’s economy

All 12 WP MPs recorded their dissent after a debate spanning nearly nine hours.

Minister for Trade and Industry (Energy and Industry) Tan See Leng said that the Government’s responsibility now is to ensure that this model continues to deliver in a very different world.

‘Significant failings in leadership’ identified in Law Society probe: Edwin Tong

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Both MNCs, SMEs needed for Singapore’s economy to thrive: Jeffrey Siow

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Forum: Letter from the editor – Response to readers’ feedback on court story

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Workers’ Party calls for rethink of Singapore’s economic strategy

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Parliament: MPs call for stronger support for workers, debate retrenchment and skills training

Former S’pore TV reporter in remand for 5 months over alleged criminal trespass and other charges

Childcare subsidies for stay-home mums, more maternity leave among proposals to support families

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Parliament affirms amended WP motion on the future of S’pore’s economy

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Why unreasonable behaviour is the top reason cited for divorce in S’pore, and adultery the least

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Trading pricey S’pore stocks gets cheaper from Oct 5: What you need to know

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Worried about being caught in a fire abroad? These steps could save your life

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Redhill hornet attack: What should I do if I’ve been stung multiple times and how venomous is it?

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askST Jobs: I was retrenched. Can my former company now enforce a non-compete clause?

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Ahoy! Fold a ship, read about pirates in Singapore’s history

Set sail on an adventure on the high seas by folding an origami ship.

Set sail on your own pirate adventure in this activity page by The Straits Times.

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From sari to kebaya, discover traditions and play dress-up in ST’s activity page for kids

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Is your phone keeping you awake? 4 tips for sleep-deprived S’poreans

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Vaping crisis

56 cases of travellers caught entering S’pore with vapes over 4 days; more than 444 items seized

Over the four days, ICA conducted stepped-up security checks at air, land and sea checkpoints.

Over the four days, ICA conducted stepped-up checks at checkpoints to detect and deter attempts to smuggle vaporisers into the country.

Final 2 ex-Certis officers who committed vape-related offences get a week’s jail each

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Driver charged after allegedly injuring 3 people in 4 months while driving different vehicles

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Scam tracker: Trends in Singapore and how much money has been lost in 2026

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Scammer allegedly duped 6 foreign nationals into paying $14k for non-existent work permits

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Man jailed for collecting 1,600 gold bars worth over $412k from scam victim

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WhatsApp’s latest privacy feature will not stop scams if users do not exercise scepticism

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Thai airport apologises for treatment of fans mobbing Double Helix stars Ayden Sng, Lv Sitong

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SUV left hanging after veering off road in Chongqing, China

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Friendship test with cast and crew of We Are All Strangers

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Build an economy where fair distribution is built into growth: Kenneth Tiong

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S'pore's future economy 'not built by choosing between openness and inclusion': Edward Chia on amendments to WP motion

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Turbulence on Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi leaves several passengers injured

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Employees who are asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement before receiving a retrenchment payout should first ask for more time if the deadline is too tight.

University of the Arts Singapore marks first batch of graduates

Zhuang Chuhang, 28, is among the University of the Arts’ first batch of graduates.

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In July, two Gen Z women were photographed on a train and ridiculed on Facebook for their brightly coloured hair.

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Solutions to beat the heat must be scalable and green to attract funding: Panel

The challenge is to ensure that the solutions reach the people who need them the most, as soon as possible.

(From right) Eztia’s Asia-Pacific market lead Darryl Tan, Breakthrough Energy Fellows' head of South-east Asia and Singapore Jane Zhang, A*STAR's assistant chief executive of innovation and enterprise Irene Cheong, Temasek Foundation's head of climate and liveability Heng Li Lang and Associate Professor Jason Lee, director of NUS' Heat Resilience and Performance Centre, at an In Perspective roundtable moderated by ST’s Asia News Network editor Shefali Rekhi.

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FairPrice shoppers can get $6 voucher for every $61 spent from Aug 6 to 16

Shoppers have till Aug 31 to spend the vouchers.

Parliament affirms amended WP motion on the future of S’pore’s economy

Minister for Trade and Industry (Energy and Industry) Tan See Leng said that the Government’s responsibility now is to ensure that this model continues to deliver in a very different world.

‘Significant failings in leadership’ identified in Law Society probe: Edwin Tong

An online post in September 2025 had made allegations of workplace bullying at the Law Society.

Parliament: MPs call for stronger support for workers, debate retrenchment and skills training

During the 9-hour debate, MPs spoke about the need to help young workers gain a foothold in an increasingly uncertain labour market.

Unions, employers to be consulted on legislating retrenchment benefits: Dinesh

The recommendations made by the Economic Strategy Review touched on stronger support for workers, and the authorities are looking at whether “we can go above 90 per cent”.

Childcare subsidies for stay-home mums, more maternity leave among proposals to support families

MP Elysa Chen said Singapore needs to move beyond financial incentives to tackle structural challenges that young couples and parents face.

Both MNCs, SMEs needed for Singapore’s economy to thrive: Jeffrey Siow

Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said that Singapore has to compete harder for foreign investments and work harder to support local companies amid a difficult global environment.

Rapist forced himself on 13-year-old deaf and mute girl

The man, now 24, was sentenced to 12 years and nine months’ jail and 12 strokes of the cane on Aug 5.

3,283 drink-drivers disqualified from driving between 2023 and 2025; 40 handed lifetime ban

Fines were imposed in 3,020 cases, with offenders having to pay about $5,200 on average.

Two charged over alleged handling of crime benefits; one linked to nearly $200k in scam proceeds

Police said that in August 2024, officers received a report that an unnamed overseas company had become a victim of an impersonation scam.

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