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Road safety, drug addiction among Sim Ann’s focus areas as Second Minister for Foreign and Home Affairs
September 2, 2026 at 04:10PM
In a wide-ranging interview with CNA, Ms Sim – who was appointed to the roles in July – also spoke about the threat of external actors seeking to turn differences in Singapore society into divisions.
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Road safety, drug addiction among Sim Ann’s focus areas as Second Minister for Foreign and Home Affairs
September 2, 2026 at 04:10PM
In a wide-ranging interview with CNA, Ms Sim – who was appointed to the roles in July – also spoke about the threat of external actors seeking to turn differences in Singapore society into divisions.
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Court of Appeal acquits ex-Wah!Banana actor of rape citing inconsistencies from alleged victim
September 2, 2026 at 04:11PM
The Court of Appeal found several inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony and found doubt over the only physical evidence the prosecution had: a pair of blood-stained underwear.
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Court of Appeal acquits ex-Wah!Banana actor of rape citing inconsistencies from alleged victim
September 2, 2026 at 04:11PM
The Court of Appeal found several inconsistencies in the complainant's testimony and found doubt over the only physical evidence the prosecution had: a pair of blood-stained underwear.
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Singapore commits S$112 million more to built environment R&D, sets new site supervision rules for large-scale projects
September 2, 2026 at 04:56PM
A refreshed Green Mark scheme will also introduce a new energy rating and recognise alternative cooling technologies that can cut energy use.
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Singapore commits S$112 million more to built environment R&D, sets new site supervision rules for large-scale projects
September 2, 2026 at 04:56PM
A refreshed Green Mark scheme will also introduce a new energy rating and recognise alternative cooling technologies that can cut energy use.
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The Violinist: How an international team brought old Singapore to life through hand-drawn animation
September 2, 2026 at 05:06PM
More than a decade in the making, award-winning animated film The Violinist brought together various artists and creatives from around the world to animate old Singapore by hand, while telling a story its directors believe transcends culture and history.
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The Violinist: How an international team brought old Singapore to life through hand-drawn animation
September 2, 2026 at 05:06PM
More than a decade in the making, award-winning animated film The Violinist brought together various artists and creatives from around the world to animate old Singapore by hand, while telling a story its directors believe transcends culture and history.
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Childcare leave changes to take 'at least several months' to implement: Indranee Rajah
September 2, 2026 at 05:22PM
The government is still ironing out the implementation details with employers and the unions, said Ms Indranee.
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Childcare leave changes to take 'at least several months' to implement: Indranee Rajah
September 2, 2026 at 05:22PM
The government is still ironing out the implementation details with employers and the unions, said Ms Indranee.
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Singapore, Thailand sign agreement to deepen cooperation on social sector development
September 2, 2026 at 05:28PM
Both countries will cooperate in areas including personnel exchanges between relevant institutions and the sharing of knowledge and research on social welfare policies and programmes.
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Singapore, Thailand sign agreement to deepen cooperation on social sector development
September 2, 2026 at 05:28PM
Both countries will cooperate in areas including personnel exchanges between relevant institutions and the sharing of knowledge and research on social welfare policies and programmes.
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GPC to table motion to reduce food waste, strengthen food resilience through government and ground-up efforts
September 2, 2026 at 06:43PM
Rising daily food expenses may be top of mind, but upstream improvements need to be discussed so Singapore has a robust infrastructure to serve its food needs in the long run, said GPC chair Ms Poh Li San.
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GPC to table motion to reduce food waste, strengthen food resilience through government and ground-up efforts
September 2, 2026 at 06:43PM
Rising daily food expenses may be top of mind, but upstream improvements need to be discussed so Singapore has a robust infrastructure to serve its food needs in the long run, said GPC chair Ms Poh Li San.
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More hidden adults emerging in Singapore as social workers take outreach online
September 2, 2026 at 07:04PM
Social service agencies are seeing more adults withdraw from society for months or even years. Reaching them can be difficult, prompting some social workers to venture into online games and platforms to make first contact.
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More hidden adults emerging in Singapore as social workers take outreach online
September 2, 2026 at 07:04PM
Social service agencies are seeing more adults withdraw from society for months or even years. Reaching them can be difficult, prompting some social workers to venture into online games and platforms to make first contact.
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Nepal-Tibet disaster: Police seek DNA samples from families of missing Singaporeans
September 2, 2026 at 07:47PM
Nine Singaporeans remain unaccounted for as rescue and recovery operations continue a week after the disaster, which has killed more than 1,000 people.
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Nepal-Tibet disaster: Police seek DNA samples from families of missing Singaporeans
September 2, 2026 at 07:47PM
Nine Singaporeans remain unaccounted for as rescue and recovery operations continue a week after the disaster, which has killed more than 1,000 people.
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FairPrice brings back 6% discount for CHAS Blue and Orange cardholders until Jan 1
September 2, 2026 at 08:03PM
The initiative was previously introduced from Apr 9 to May 31 this year for CHAS blue cardholders on Thursdays and CHAS orange cardholders on Fridays.
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FairPrice brings back 6% discount for CHAS Blue and Orange cardholders until Jan 1
September 2, 2026 at 08:03PM
The initiative was previously introduced from Apr 9 to May 31 this year for CHAS blue cardholders on Thursdays and CHAS orange cardholders on Fridays.
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CNA Explains: Why is SIA staying invested in loss-making Air India, and can its long-term bet pay off?
September 2, 2026 at 08:35PM
Air India is seeking fresh capital as it undergoes a costly transformation. What does Singapore Airlines stand to gain from India’s aviation market, and what will it take for Air India to deliver sustainable returns?
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CNA Explains: Why is SIA staying invested in loss-making Air India, and can its long-term bet pay off?
September 2, 2026 at 08:35PM
Air India is seeking fresh capital as it undergoes a costly transformation. What does Singapore Airlines stand to gain from India’s aviation market, and what will it take for Air India to deliver sustainable returns?
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Team of 19 Singapore police, forensic officers heads to Nepal for disaster relief efforts
September 2, 2026 at 09:45PM
Another 14 officers are due to join them in the coming days, bringing the contingent to 33.
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Team of 19 Singapore police, forensic officers heads to Nepal for disaster relief efforts
September 2, 2026 at 09:45PM
Another 14 officers are due to join them in the coming days, bringing the contingent to 33.
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