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ST×NLB Cross-References: Strong, as kopi

There are many ways to order a cup of kopi in Singapore. What do you say if you want a strong black coffee?

Will children read more if we paid them to do it?

Are cash incentives the way to go, if they can get more children interested in reading?

ST×NLB Cross-References: Local noodle dish often eaten with only a spoon

Husband-wife duo Kotthika Chia and Dr Qian Yu serve just one dish at King of Laksa, which recently made Michelin’s Bib Gourmand list. Chopsticks are optional.

New national reading movement wants people to read 15 minutes a day – in exchange for cash

The Big Book Giveaway will take place on Sept 19 and 20 this year.

ST×NLB Cross-References: Follicly challenged, colloquially

Keeping a full head of hair can be a challenge in one’s later years.

Winnie the Pooh-themed high tea at SKAI; free VR dance-storytelling experience at libraries

Celebrate a special occasion with Winnie the Pooh-themed high tea at SKAI.

ST×NLB Cross-References: What follows @ on an NRIC

People with more than one legal name may have an @ sign on their NRICs.

Three in five S’pore PMETs not confident in identifying AI-generated misinformation: Poll

Reading can help to widen perspectives and combat AI-generated misinformation, said Minister of State for Digital Development and Information Rahayu Mahzam at the launch of Read to Lead: Building an AI-Ready Mind on July 14.

Play the ST×NLB Crossword: Koel’s call

ST×NLB Cross-References: Koel’s call

The distinctive shrill mating call of the Asian koel is often heard in the wee hours of the morning.

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