'Tis the season for sharing. And here are some December specials we would like to share with you.

These ST specials include exclusive stories, multimedia features and new video series. You can get up close with the most adorable baby (panda) in Singapore, try out Violet Oon's favourite recipes (ideas for Christmas feast), and tune in to a special live concert on New Year's Eve.

Other stories this week include an exclusive interview with pandemic fighter Kenneth Mak. The director of medical services, who is now a familiar face to Singaporeans, tells Sumiko Tan what it was like to be thrust into the spotlight.

We also caught up with badminton champ Loh Kean Yew and his parents, who have played an important role in his success.

From all of us at ST, here's wishing you a very merry Christmas and happy holidays!

ST specials for you this December

From getting up close with the adorable baby panda to a special New Year's Eve concert, explore what we have in store for you.

Making of a champion: How Loh Kean Yew left his home, family, school to chase his dreams

There were three moments that convinced Loh's mum that her son would make it.

Lunch with Sumiko: Pandemic fighter Kenneth Mak believes in being Mr Approachable

"If you have never been exposed to that, that's probably the closest encounter you can get to stage fright," the director of medical services on being thrust into the spotlight.

Two-year-old boy gets his dream ride in garbage truck

The boy would ask his mother to chase after the trucks when they see them.

Which travel insurance policies provide Covid-19 coverage?

Travel plans may have been put on hold because of Omicron, but it is good to know which policies offer good protection when you are ready to fly again.

Sodium consumption may have gone up during pandemic, causing rise in hypertension

Singaporeans are consuming almost twice the amount of sodium recommended by the World Health Organisation.

Why the jolt in Singapore's power prices?

Will prices remain high in 2022?

How a man's years-long porn addiction affected his studies and work

"I ended up doing it almost every day, sometimes multiple times a day. It was out of control," said the man.

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