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askST Jobs: Why does my progress at work feel slow?

Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.
Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.

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askST: What do employers look for in fresh graduates today?

The ability to collaborate effectively with AI is a key skill that companies seek, an expert says.
The ability to collaborate effectively with AI is a key skill that companies seek, an expert says.

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Bus arrival time system: How does it work, and when was it introduced?

Both the MyTransport.SG app and electronic display board at a bus stop at City Hall were still unable to show bus arrival timings in the afternoon of Jan 22.
Both the MyTransport.SG app and electronic display board at a bus stop at City Hall were still unable to show bus arrival timings in the afternoon of Jan 22.

askST Jobs: Is it acceptable to back out of a job offer for a better one?

If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.
If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.

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Extra safeguards for more sensitive medical info like mental health conditions: MOH

With the passing of the Health Information Bill, all healthcare providers have to contribute patients’ key health information to the National Electronic Health Record system by early 2027.
With the passing of the Health Information Bill, all healthcare providers have to contribute patients’ key health information to the National Electronic Health Record system by early 2027.

askST: What should I know before giving my child a mobile phone?

Happy Asian family using smartphone together on sofa at home living room.
Happy Asian family using smartphone together on sofa at home living room.

askST Jobs: Why do some internships pay so much more than others?

While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.
While internship remuneration in Singapore can vary widely, most industries offer stipends in the range of $1,000 to $2,000.

askST: Why are there new rules on psychiatric expert evidence in criminal court cases?

From Dec 31, psychiatrists must be admitted to a panel before they can testify as an expert in criminal proceedings.
From Dec 31, psychiatrists must be admitted to a panel before they can testify as an expert in criminal proceedings.

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Japan hit by quakes: What to know if you have a trip planned

At least 30 people were injured when a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s north-eastern region late on Dec 8.
At least 30 people were injured when a 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Japan’s north-eastern region late on Dec 8.

askST: What should we consider before travelling and feasting this holiday season?

Travellers heading to developing countries should ensure they are vaccinated against food- and water-borne diseases.
Travellers heading to developing countries should ensure they are vaccinated against food- and water-borne diseases.

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