The Straits Times' News In A Minute: Aug 29, 2017

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Singapore scraps underground road network plans; Singaporeans arrested in Abu Dhabi back home; pre-school teachers to get day off on Teachers' Day.

In today's The Straits Times News In A Minute video, we look at:

* Plans for a 30km underground road network around the fringe of the city, conceptualised in the late 80s, have been scrapped.

* After almost three weeks in prison, the two Singaporeans arrested in Abu Dhabi for cross dressing have returned to Singapore.

* To recognise and celebrate the passion and commitment of pre-school and childcare teachers, they will now get a day off on Teachers' Day.

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