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More childcare leave, BTO income ceiling raised: 10 highlights from PM Wong’s National Day Rally speech
August 23, 2026 at 09:22PM
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More childcare leave, BTO income ceiling raised: 10 highlights from PM Wong’s National Day Rally speech
August 23, 2026 at 09:22PM
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Why the key shift in Singapore’s baby policy: from incentivising births to supporting parenthood
August 23, 2026 at 09:38PM
By providing more support in areas parents say they need, raising children may be seen as less daunting.
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Why the key shift in Singapore’s baby policy: from incentivising births to supporting parenthood
August 23, 2026 at 09:38PM
By providing more support in areas parents say they need, raising children may be seen as less daunting.
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NDR 2026: Semakau, Bukom and Pulau Sudong may be merged into new island for industrial, power needs
August 23, 2026 at 09:08PM
The new island, modelled on Jurong Island's development, could house advanced manufacturing and future power infrastructure.
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NDR 2026: Semakau, Bukom and Pulau Sudong may be merged into new island for industrial, power needs
August 23, 2026 at 09:08PM
The new island, modelled on Jurong Island's development, could house advanced manufacturing and future power infrastructure.
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NDR 2026: Singapore studying feasibility of undersea tunnels to connect Tekong to mainland
August 23, 2026 at 09:19PM
Sentosa and neighbouring Pulau Brani are also set for major transformations, with plans for new attractions and enhanced connectivity between the two islands and the mainland.
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NDR 2026: Singapore studying feasibility of undersea tunnels to connect Tekong to mainland
August 23, 2026 at 09:19PM
Sentosa and neighbouring Pulau Brani are also set for major transformations, with plans for new attractions and enhanced connectivity between the two islands and the mainland.
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NDR 2026: 7 key takeaways - from family support and housing to Singapore’s future land plans
August 23, 2026 at 09:30PM
Nothing matters more than helping families thrive, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his 2026 National Day Rally speech.
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NDR 2026: 7 key takeaways - from family support and housing to Singapore’s future land plans
August 23, 2026 at 09:30PM
Nothing matters more than helping families thrive, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his 2026 National Day Rally speech.
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NDR 2026: PM Wong announces major reset in family support
August 23, 2026 at 09:49PM
He also outlines bold long-term plans, like merging of outer islands, to keep S’pore relevant, resilient.
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NDR 2026: PM Wong announces major reset in family support
August 23, 2026 at 09:49PM
He also outlines bold long-term plans, like merging of outer islands, to keep S’pore relevant, resilient.
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Higher BTO, resale flat demand expected after income ceiling raised, supply can keep up: Analysts
August 23, 2026 at 10:30PM
While demand is likely to increase, analysts noted that many flats could enter the resale market in the coming years.
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Higher BTO, resale flat demand expected after income ceiling raised, supply can keep up: Analysts
August 23, 2026 at 10:30PM
While demand is likely to increase, analysts noted that many flats could enter the resale market in the coming years.
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NDR 2026: Demand in November BTO exercise set to rise with higher income ceiling, say analysts
August 23, 2026 at 11:51PM
The changes may not necessarily draw buyers away from the HDB resale market, analysts said.
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NDR 2026: Demand in November BTO exercise set to rise with higher income ceiling, say analysts
August 23, 2026 at 11:51PM
The changes may not necessarily draw buyers away from the HDB resale market, analysts said.
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NDR 2026: Businesses welcome government move to cover childcare leave costs, but manpower concerns remain
August 24, 2026 at 12:46AM
Some employers warn that replacing absent staff members remains difficult, especially for small firms.
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NDR 2026: Businesses welcome government move to cover childcare leave costs, but manpower concerns remain
August 24, 2026 at 12:46AM
Some employers warn that replacing absent staff members remains difficult, especially for small firms.
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Dung beetles bring poo-sitive news about animals in Central Catchment Nature Reserve
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
The beetles' unusual diet can give clues about the elusive mammals and birds that roam the forests.
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Dung beetles bring poo-sitive news about animals in Central Catchment Nature Reserve
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
The beetles' unusual diet can give clues about the elusive mammals and birds that roam the forests.
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Spot a horseshoe crab in Singapore? Researchers want to know
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
Scientists are hoping more information on the animal will bolster conservation efforts.
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Spot a horseshoe crab in Singapore? Researchers want to know
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
Scientists are hoping more information on the animal will bolster conservation efforts.
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askST Jobs: I had to work during my annual leave to meet a deadline. Can I ask for time off in lieu?
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
Working during annual leave may warrant time off in lieu, but why the extra work was needed also matters.
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askST Jobs: I had to work during my annual leave to meet a deadline. Can I ask for time off in lieu?
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
Working during annual leave may warrant time off in lieu, but why the extra work was needed also matters.
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NDR2026 gives S’poreans reasons to be confident in the future despite external uncertainty: Analysts
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
The rally was an assessment of how Singapore will deal with geopolitical, technological risks on its own terms.
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NDR2026 gives S’poreans reasons to be confident in the future despite external uncertainty: Analysts
August 24, 2026 at 05:00AM
The rally was an assessment of how Singapore will deal with geopolitical, technological risks on its own terms.
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As generative AI ads flood Singapore market, experts say poorly made ones could backfire on brands, agencies
August 24, 2026 at 06:00AM
Creative agencies offering services focusing on AI content told CNA that demand for their services increased sharply in the past six months.
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As generative AI ads flood Singapore market, experts say poorly made ones could backfire on brands, agencies
August 24, 2026 at 06:00AM
Creative agencies offering services focusing on AI content told CNA that demand for their services increased sharply in the past six months.
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Commentary: It’s time to ask ourselves exactly how important football is to Singapore
August 24, 2026 at 06:00AM
A genuine momentum has been generated for local football that was previously gasping for air, and more can be done, says former sports commentator Edwin Yeo.
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Commentary: It’s time to ask ourselves exactly how important football is to Singapore
August 24, 2026 at 06:00AM
A genuine momentum has been generated for local football that was previously gasping for air, and more can be done, says former sports commentator Edwin Yeo.
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News as it happens: Aug 24-28, 2026
August 24, 2026 at 07:52AM
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News as it happens: Aug 24-28, 2026
August 24, 2026 at 07:52AM
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Singapore sends Pakistan congratulatory letters to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations
August 24, 2026 at 10:50AM
PM Wong said Pakistan was one of the first countries to recognise Singapore after the Republic’s independence in 1965.
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Singapore sends Pakistan congratulatory letters to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations
August 24, 2026 at 10:50AM
PM Wong said Pakistan was one of the first countries to recognise Singapore after the Republic’s independence in 1965.
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Man dies after being found unconscious in Bukit Timah canal; no foul play suspected
August 24, 2026 at 12:18PM
The man was found floating unconscious in the canal.
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Man dies after being found unconscious in Bukit Timah canal; no foul play suspected
August 24, 2026 at 12:18PM
The man was found floating unconscious in the canal.
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17 weeks’ jail for helper who got drunk and assaulted elderly woman under her care
August 24, 2026 at 01:26PM
Vei Nei Chong drank two cans of beer before she assaulted the 83-year-old victim in July.
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17 weeks’ jail for helper who got drunk and assaulted elderly woman under her care
August 24, 2026 at 01:26PM
Vei Nei Chong drank two cans of beer before she assaulted the 83-year-old victim in July.
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Singapore's core inflation rises to 2% in July on higher electricity and gas, services, food prices
August 24, 2026 at 01:22PM
Consumers could face broader price pressures in the coming quarters as higher input costs work their way through global supply chains.
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Singapore's core inflation rises to 2% in July on higher electricity and gas, services, food prices
August 24, 2026 at 01:22PM
Consumers could face broader price pressures in the coming quarters as higher input costs work their way through global supply chains.
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Snap Insight: NDR 2026 - the real shift in family support goes beyond S$70,000 per child
August 24, 2026 at 02:05PM
The new measures move us toward treating child-raising as something to build and maintain collectively as a society, says Kalpana Vignehsa from the Institute of Policy Studies.
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Snap Insight: NDR 2026 - the real shift in family support goes beyond S$70,000 per child
August 24, 2026 at 02:05PM
The new measures move us toward treating child-raising as something to build and maintain collectively as a society, says Kalpana Vignehsa from the Institute of Policy Studies.
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