Some hawkers in Singapore are raising prices by up to S$1, saying the Middle East conflict has pushed already-high costs even higher.

Some are reporting profit drops of up to 20 per cent: https://cna.asia/422fuJb

The Istana will open to the public on Apr 19 to celebrate Hari Raya and the upcoming Labour Day, with performances, tours and hands-on activities across the grounds.
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Singapore’s GDP grew 4.6% in Q1, slowing from 5.7% in previous quarter. MTI says the Middle East conflict may weigh on economic activity in the coming quarters, after "resilient" GDP growth in the first three months of 2026. https://cna.asia/4cIcbgo

MAS tightens monetary policy as import costs rise; 2026 inflation forecast raised to 1.5-2.5% from 1-2% previously. https://cna.asia/423OnNR

How are electricity prices calculated in Singapore? CNA Explains: https://cna.asia/481C881

The US has begun blocking ships leaving Iran’s ports, with Tehran warning of retaliation as tensions escalate. https://cna.asia/3Q42BM9

But why is Trump threatening to blockade a strait that he wants reopened? https://cna.asia/4cqYb9z

BlueSG’s new car-sharing service Flexar will launch on Apr 15 – but its fleet will no longer be fully electric.

Here's where the service will be available first: https://cna.asia/4tdFEVw

Slower hiring and smaller salary increments are expected this year due to uncertainties from the Middle East conflict, says MAS. https://cna.asia/3Q9AA5R

Nearly 1 in 5 Singapore workers are "overqualified" for their jobs, according to a study released by the Manpower Ministry.

But this rate remains lower than other high-income economies, notes the same study. https://cna.asia/4tkAWVV

If the Middle East conflict deepens, what will be the hidden costs for Singapore? Experts weigh in on the best and worst-case scenarios on the Deep Dive podcast. https://cna.asia/4vtG77s

👾 They built drones and robots. Now they have minutes to clean spaces, deliver parcels and find survivors in a "disaster" — or get knocked out.

Watch CNA Tech Challenge: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkMf14VQEvTa61u7P4JjJ97jS1jtHVGAE

Former Malaysian PM Mahathir Mohamad, 100, says he has lost control of his leg after a fall earlier this year. https://cna.asia/4dIuZ09

C-drama Pursuit of Jade is all the rage currently, but why? CNA Lifestyle's May Seah gives her take. https://cna.asia/4tO924C

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🥬Keen to grow your own greens in Singapore? It's possible - even from your HDB window, says this urban farmer.

She shares her tips: https://cna.asia/483ZIBb

Singapore marathoner Eugene Lim dies aged 45 after losing cancer battle, 3 days after marriage.

Look back on his remarkable journey on Fighting Cancer, filmed over a year ago: https://youtu.be/-uEc9ks_pfA

A man raped a domestic worker after seeing another man sexually assault her. He also tried, unsuccessfully, to steal her money.

The man has been sentenced to jail: https://cna.asia/4emwvFh

Schools will take stricter action against student misconduct, including bullying, from this year. Repeat offenders could face 5-14 days of detention or suspension, and up to 3 strokes of the cane for older boys.

Details: https://cna.asia/48HKpy7

How is an underground storage facility helping Singapore cope with the ongoing fuel crisis?

Here's what you need to know about the Jurong Rock Caverns: https://cna.asia/3O5t2k5

Can fake negative reviews land you in court? Lawyers weigh in after the Eat First saga.

The restaurant was flooded with 1-star reviews after it charged a family for bringing in their own bottle of water, in line with its no-outside-food-and-drink policy. https://cna.asia/4cuSnfk

⚽️ BG Tampines Rovers coach Katsuhito Kinoshi has resigned less than 2 weeks after his appointment, citing family reasons. https://cna.asia/3O6b1SH

Around 10,000 more BTO households in Tengah will have the option of centralised cooling systems — an energy-efficient alternative to air-conditioning.

Residents who opt in early can also have their air-conditioning ready when they collect their keys. https://cna.asia/4eoCPMv