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Mendaki to expand initiatives in next 5 years to further boost success among Malay/Muslims

(From left) Mendaki chief executive Feroz Akber, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim and Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad, showing the group’s five-year work plan to strengthen educational support, expand outreach and deepen partnerships, on Jan 15.
(From left) Mendaki chief executive Feroz Akber, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim and Senior Minister of State for Defence Zaqy Mohamad, showing the group’s five-year work plan to strengthen educational support, expand outreach and deepen partnerships, on Jan 15.

At 90, she still knocks on doors and looks out for her elderly neighbours in Toa Payoh

Madam Ratnam Periowsamy discussing the news with Ms Judy Lim, 74, and Mr Lee Ping, 95, at the Care Corner Active Ageing Centre in Toa Payoh East on Jan 12.
Madam Ratnam Periowsamy discussing the news with Ms Judy Lim, 74, and Mr Lee Ping, 95, at the Care Corner Active Ageing Centre in Toa Payoh East on Jan 12.

Seniors checking in on neighbours: How groups are preventing lonely deaths among S’pore’s elderly

(From Left) Mr Loh Hui Han, 34, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre executive head, Ms Elaine Ho, 40s, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre nurse clinician, A/P Teng Su Ching, 77, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre board president, Ms Jennifer Tay, 58, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre assistant coordinator, Ms Noraini Maskuri, 64, narrative designer, and Mr Lai Zhiyang, 34, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre board member, posing for a group photo outside the Loving Heart Active Ageing Centre in Jurong East on Dec 30, 2025. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
(From Left) Mr Loh Hui Han, 34, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre executive head, Ms Elaine Ho, 40s, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre nurse clinician, A/P Teng Su Ching, 77, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre board president, Ms Jennifer Tay, 58, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre assistant coordinator, Ms Noraini Maskuri, 64, narrative designer, and Mr Lai Zhiyang, 34, Loving Heart Multi-service Centre board member, posing for a group photo outside the Loving Heart Active Ageing Centre in Jurong East on Dec 30, 2025. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

Galloping into the Year of the Horse with fun CNY festivities in Singapore

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Ms Kiarra Mae Mojica, 32, Nurse, with her daughter Karla Romia Awayan, 4, both tourists from Philippines, in front of eight magnificent, life-sized horse lanterns, crafted using techniques dating back more than 1,000 years, gallop amidst the “Four Gentlemen” of Chinese culture — the plum blossom, bamboo, orchid and chrysanthemum — as Gardens by the Bay prepares its signature Chinese New Year floral display, Spring Blossoms: Gallop into Prosperity, in celebration of the Year of the Horse, in the Flower Dome on Jan 12, 2026. 



(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)
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Ms Kiarra Mae Mojica, 32, Nurse, with her daughter Karla Romia Awayan, 4, both tourists from Philippines, in front of eight magnificent, life-sized horse lanterns, crafted using techniques dating back more than 1,000 years, gallop amidst the “Four Gentlemen” of Chinese culture — the plum blossom, bamboo, orchid and chrysanthemum — as Gardens by the Bay prepares its signature Chinese New Year floral display, Spring Blossoms: Gallop into Prosperity, in celebration of the Year of the Horse, in the Flower Dome on Jan 12, 2026. 



(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)

Pilot programme brings SG Culture Pass offerings to nursing homes

Over 800 seniors have participated in group outings coordinated by Active Ageing Centres, community centres and nursing homes.
Over 800 seniors have participated in group outings coordinated by Active Ageing Centres, community centres and nursing homes.

Over 10,000 jobs to be offered with launch of year-long job fair initiative in East Coast

(From left) East Coast GRC MPs Dinesh Vasu Dash, Edwin Tong, Tan Kiat How and Jessica Tan at the launch of the East Side Best Careers initiative on Jan 14.
(From left) East Coast GRC MPs Dinesh Vasu Dash, Edwin Tong, Tan Kiat How and Jessica Tan at the launch of the East Side Best Careers initiative on Jan 14.

Fireworks, lanterns, live shows: River Hongbao gallops into 40th year of CNY celebrations

The annual River Hongbao will be held at Gardens by the Bay from Feb 15 to 24 to welcome the Chinese New Year, which falls on Feb 17.
The annual River Hongbao will be held at Gardens by the Bay from Feb 15 to 24 to welcome the Chinese New Year, which falls on Feb 17.

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Food trails for kids, protein for seniors: How S’poreans are learning to live well and eat better

Preschoolers and seniors looking at fresh produce and learning to how to buy and prepare fresh food
Preschoolers and seniors looking at fresh produce and learning to how to buy and prepare fresh food

Soft meals, big impact: SUSS pilot makes dining out easier for those with swallowing difficulties

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Madam Chin Chieu Hoye, 100, trying out steamed egg white with assorted mushrooms with her daughter Wong Ting Mei, 63, during media tasting by Imperial Treasure at Great World on Jan 12, 2026. 

The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is working with Imperial Treasure and 5 Senses Cafe & Restaurant to develop chewing and swallowing-friendly menus.

Organised under SUSS’ Dignity Dining: Age Better, Age+ Community Engagement Series, this dining experience showcases how familiar local dishes can be adapted into appealing meals for individuals with dysphagia, without compromising on taste or presentation.

(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)
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Madam Chin Chieu Hoye, 100, trying out steamed egg white with assorted mushrooms with her daughter Wong Ting Mei, 63, during media tasting by Imperial Treasure at Great World on Jan 12, 2026. 

The Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) is working with Imperial Treasure and 5 Senses Cafe & Restaurant to develop chewing and swallowing-friendly menus.

Organised under SUSS’ Dignity Dining: Age Better, Age+ Community Engagement Series, this dining experience showcases how familiar local dishes can be adapted into appealing meals for individuals with dysphagia, without compromising on taste or presentation.

(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)

A decade on, Enabling Village users, tenants optimistic about inclusivity hub’s longevity

The Stroke Support Station at the Enabling Village. Clients and tenants at Enabling Village said they are bullish about its long-term prospects.
The Stroke Support Station at the Enabling Village. Clients and tenants at Enabling Village said they are bullish about its long-term prospects.

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