Zero shadow at 1.11pm on March 23 in Singapore: The effect is expected to last for just a few minutes.
straitstimes.com/singapore/zero-shadow-at-111pm-on-march-23-in-singapore
Singaporean doctor in Britain receives honorary knighthood for role in fight against Covid-19
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporean-doctor-in-britain-receives-honorary-knighthood-for-role-in-fight-against-covid-19
Students at S’pore universities allowed to use AI tools for assignments but must stick to rules
straitstimes.com/singapore/students-at-s-pore-universities-allowed-to-use-ai-tools-for-assignments-but-must-stick-to-rules
Quick Glance: UN adopts groundbreaking global AI resolution
- The resolution underscores the need for guidelines for safe, trustworthy AI systems and excludes military AI.
- It promotes the positive potentials of AI, calls for bridging digital divides and ensuring equitable access to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- The resolution was a step forward to address the promises and risks of AI, aiming to support developing countries.
- Concerns regarding negative impacts of AI on human rights and data protection are highlighted, emphasizing the need for responsible regulation of the technology.
Record hot temperatures, unusual monsoon surges: 5 takeaways from Singapore's 2023 climate report
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/record-hot-temperatures-unusual-monsoon-surges-singapore-2023-climate-report-takeaway-4216881
NUS removes posters related to Israel-Palestine conflict that were put up without approval
straitstimes.com/singapore/nus-removes-posters-related-to-israel-palestine-conflict-that-were-put-up-without-approval
CNA Explains: Reddit's gone public. What does it mean for users?: The platform occupies a unique niche online – including in Singapore. An IPO and any moves ...
channelnewsasia.com/business/reddit-ipo-redditors-internet-forum-culture-cna-explains-4214391
Duo discovers bird-dropping spider new to Singapore: It is the third such species of the spider spotted in Singapore.
straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/duo-discovers-bird-dropping-spider-new-to-singapore
☀️ PSA: The hot weather affects male fertility. 💀 An NUS study found that men exposed to extreme heat were likelier to have low sperm count and concentration ... Show more
Hong Kong must fight blowback after passing Article 23 law: Analysts: Hong Kong will have to “bite the bullet” and confront “unavoidable” repercussions from ...
scmp.com/news/hong-kong/politics/article/3255996/hong-kong-must-be-ready-bite-bullet-and-take-potshots-after-passing-article-23-bill-its-stride-and
Quick Glance: Australia and Britain Condemn China's Actions in Hong Kong and South China Sea
- Australia and Britain criticized China for its actions in Hong Kong and the South China Sea, as well as its support of Russia.
- In a statement following a meeting where London and Canberra deepened their security ties, the two countries expressed concerns about security and rights in Hong Kong, as well as human rights abuses in China.
- The ministers also strongly criticized Russia's invasion of Ukraine and called on China to play a role in ending the conflict.
- They also warned of the potentially severe consequences of an Israeli ground invasion of Rafah in the Gaza Strip.
Caffeine makes fuel cells more efficient, cuts cost of energy storage: Boffins show less platinum may be needed for long-lived power source
theregister.com/2024/03/14/caffeine_fuel_cells_paper/
WATCH: Opera singer Jireh Koh performs Puccini's O Mio Babbino Caro.
Mr Koh was diagnosed with muscle tension dysphonia, which affected his 4-octave singing ... Show more
Analysis: China is one of the costliest places to raise a child, and it’s not all about the money
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-childcare-costs-education-spending-children-parents-support-women-mothers-4222571
Two new studies in Singapore show promise in tackling antibiotic resistance by bacteria
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/two-new-studies-in-singapore-show-promise-in-tackling-antibiotic-resistance-by-bacteria
Feathered gardeners: How are birds helping Singapore’s forests thrive?: A research project – one of the first of its kind here – is under way to quantify the ...
straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2024/03/birds-research-seeds-forests-singapore/
Fewer foreign patients in Singapore, but more coming for critical and complex care
straitstimes.com/singapore/health/fewer-foreign-patients-in-singapore-but-more-coming-for-critical-and-complex-care
New master’s programme to train mental health professionals in Singapore: It will help practitioners support patients who have mild to moderate symptoms of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/new-master-s-programme-to-train-mental-health-professionals
Free Pap test for cervical cancer for women aged 25 to 69: The Pap test is part of 365 Cancer Prevention Society’s #My1stPapTest campaign. From now until May 31 ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/women/free-pap-smear-365-cancer-prevention-society-387431
Gillman Barracks tenants hope art can be part of future development plans for area
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/gillman-barracks-tenants-hope-art-can-be-part-future-development-plans-area-4219596
Over half in Singapore say society, technology changing too fast, and in ways that don't benefit them: Survey
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singapore-society-technology-change-survey-4191971
The Big Read: When home is where the hospital bed is: SINGAPORE: Ever since the stringent no-visitor rule in hospitals was temporarily imposed at the height of ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/big-read-hospital-bed-crunch-home-4216886
‘Insane’: Xi’s call for ethnic Chinese to tell Beijing’s story stirs anger: Millions of people of Chinese origin are nationals of countries other than China and ...
aljazeera.com/features/2024/3/23/insane-xis-call-for-ethnic-chinese-to-tell-beijings-story-stirs-anger
Two Sessions: China touts openness while tightening control: The two themes have run alongside each other throughout this year's National People's Congress.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68508868
Extreme hot weather can affect sperm count, concentration of Singapore men: Study
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/extreme-heat-hot-weather-singapore-sperm-count-concentration-construction-sector-4205366
Extreme heat affects men’s fertility and birth outcomes: NUS study: Rising temperatures could further reduce S'pore’s fertility rate, which dipped to below 1 in ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/extreme-heat-affects-men-s-fertility-and-birth-outcomes-nus-study
55 Things You Need to Know About Nicole Shanahan: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to name the Bay Area lawyer, entrepreneur and philanthropist as his running ...
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/03/26/nicole-shanahan-rfk-jr-2024-bio-00149015
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Distance-based charging for motorists would be 'more equitable', say analysts: But the trade-offs are not straightforward, said Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/distance-based-usage-charge-traffic-vehicle-population-4183271
ST Explains: Does UV radiation affect heat stress?: In March, there have been 22 days of the UV index reaching extreme levels.
straitstimes.com/singapore/st-explains-does-uv-radiation-affect-heat-stress
An erosion of HK’s value proposition? New security law draws mixed reactions: Analysts are concerned about city’s eroding uniqueness, but others welcomed ‘real ...
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/an-erosion-of-hk-s-value-proposition-new-security-law-draws-mixed-reactions
Singaporeans prefer to have just one child, instead of being childless: Study: More than 22,000 people were polled in study of eight countries on their family ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporeans-prefer-to-have-just-one-child-instead-of-being-childless-study
Man queues for 15 hours to get his hands on Snoopy-themed MoonSwatch: SINGAPORE — IT professional Beh Jia Wei waited 15 hours outside Ion Orchard to snag the ...
asiaone.com/singapore/man-queues-15-hours-get-his-hands-snoopy-themed-moonswatch
The Big Read: Show and shame litterbugs - would it be a step too far or just what's needed to curb the scourge?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/big-read-show-and-shame-litterbugs-mse-nea-4183481
IN FOCUS: A 'right to disconnect' from work - do Singapore employees even want such a law?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/right-disconnect-work-life-balance-harmony-jobs-careers-4178131
Some hospitals in Singapore offer plant-based menu options as part of sustainability drive
straitstimes.com/singapore/some-hospitals-in-singapore-offer-plant-based-menu-options-as-part-of-sustainability-drive
Lawyer struck off for not disclosing plagiarism; fellow NUS grad who came clean called to the Bar
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/lawyer-struck-off-for-not-disclosing-plagiarism-fellow-nus-grad-who-came-clean-called-to-the-bar
Commentary: Retaining nurses in Singapore’s public healthcare is about more than just monetary incentives
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/singapore-healthcare-system-become-nurse-quit-retain-4186176
10 university degrees with the highest starting salary in Singapore (2024): A university degree in Singapore isn't cheap. For example, a bachelor's ...
asiaone.com/money/10-university-degrees-highest-starting-salary-singapore-2024
Hong Kong journalists’ new norm is to do a job under ‘unclear’ laws#hongkong #Article23 #China #journalism #hkpressfreedom #journalism www.rfa.org/english/news/china/hong-kong-china-national-security-press-freedom-article-23-law-03262024053847.html
The nobody who tried to buy Manchester United and Inter Milan: Thomas Zilliacus came from nowhere to make bids for two of Europe's biggest clubs yet is also a ...
theathletic.com/5371588/2024/03/28/the-nobody-who-tried-to-buy-manchester-united-and-inter-milan/
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EAM Jaishankar, Singapore's trade minister discuss semiconductors, space: EAM Jaishankar also engaged in discussions with prominent corporate figures from the ...
business-standard.com/economy/news/eam-jaishankar-singapore-s-trade-minister-discuss-semiconductors-space-124032500159_1.html
Is Singapore really Asia’s happiest country? UN report sheds light on age divide: While the latest edition of an annual UN-sponsored report found Singapore to be ...
scmp.com/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3256761/singapore-really-asias-happiest-country-un-report-sheds-light-age-divide
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Here’s Why Women Should Go for Regular Health Screenings Here’s why women should got for regular health screenings
elle.com.sg/beauty/health-wellness/why-women-should-get-regular-health-screenings/
Singapore university sets up AI research facility for 'public good': With IBM and Google Cloud enlisted as partners, the AI Institute pledges to ensure ...
zdnet.com/article/singapore-university-sets-up-ai-research-facility-for-public-good/
Study finds childhood trauma can lead to mental health issues among young adults: SINGAPORE — Traumatic childhood experiences like emotional neglect may lead to ...
asiaone.com/singapore/study-finds-childhood-trauma-can-lead-mental-health-issues-among-young-adults
Singapore minister Vivian Balakrishnan’s visit to Palestinian territories a ‘visible gesture’ by city state
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Fines and jail time – even Singapore can’t stop people vaping: As Australia debates legislation that would effectively outlaw vaping without a prescription ...
smh.com.au/world/asia/fines-and-jail-time-even-singapore-can-t-stop-people-vaping-20240321-p5fe8w.html
Tomoro Coffee launches $0.88 promo; latest in wave of Indonesian chains entering Singapore
asiaone.com/lifestyle/tomoro-coffee-launches-088-promo-latest-wave-indonesian-chains-entering-singapore
Marital dispute between Singaporean man and South Korean wife plays out online: For the past week, the marital drama between a Singaporean man and his South ...
asiaone.com/singapore/marital-dispute-between-singaporean-man-and-south-korean-wife-plays-out-online
After A Century Of Searching, Scientists Finally Found A Virtual Magnetic Monopole
womenshealthmag.com/life/a60143769/magnetic-monopole-hematite/
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Singapore's central bank warns AI isn't ready to handle monetary policy: LLMs show promise, but are 'not yet capable of providing credible explanations for ...
theregister.com/2024/03/12/singapore_mas_ai_policy_prediction/
China’s congress ends with show of unity behind Xi’s vision for national greatness
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-chinas-congress-ends-with-show-of-unity-behind-xis-vision-for-national/
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Zika virus vaccine emerges as an unlikely hero in battling brain cancer: Scientists from Duke-NUS Medical School (Duke-NUS) have developed a new approach using ...
medicalxpress.com/news/2024-03-zika-virus-vaccine-emerges-hero.html
Singapore takes nuclear safety research to the next level: The new multi-million dollar research building at NUS will house about 100 researchers.
straitstimes.com/singapore/singapore-takes-nuclear-safety-research-to-the-next-level
Bad blood over Singapore Taylor Swift tour subsidies: Singapore paid taxpayer dollars to lock in Swift's shows - causing some bad blood in the region.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68379688
Quick Glance: Swifties' Pricey Pilgrimage to Star's Southeast Asian Stop
- Filipina Charlyn Suizo is in Singapore for one reason: Taylor Swift.
- The 30-year-old software engineer from the Philippines, part of a Swiftie group, is spending over $6,000 on flights, concert tickets, and accommodation.
- An estimated 7 in 10 of the 300,000 concertgoers will be coming from abroad, spending between $260 million and $370 million on hotels, food, and entertainment.
- Swift's concerts in Singapore are expected to generate significant economic benefits, especially in the tourism sector.
Commentary: Using taxpayer money to bring in Taylor Swift concerts? It’s basic Swiftonomics
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/taylor-swift-concert-singapore-tickets-grant-exclusive-4155926
Taylor Swift effect: Singapore hotels, airlines see up to 30% spike in regional demand for 6 sell-out shows
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/taylor-swift-singapore-concerts-stb-grant-economic-benefits-4141056
Quick Glance: Singapore Grants Taylor Swift Exclusive Concerts
- Taylor Swift attends a premiere for Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in Los Angeles.
- Singapore awards Taylor Swift a grant for six sold-out concerts in March.
- The government highlights the economic benefits of Swift's concerts.
- Swift will perform exclusively in Singapore, with VIP tickets starting at S$1,228 ($913.55).
Challenges abound in tackling casual racism in Singapore society: Casual racism refers to speech and behaviour that conveys negative stereotypes and prejudices ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/challenges-abound-tackling-casual-racism-singapore-society-4174951
Will a one-off $1,000 or Rolex really motivate employees to work harder or stay put?
straitstimes.com/opinion/will-a-one-off-1000-or-rolex-really-motivate-employees-to-work-harder-or-stay-put
Law graduate who plagiarised in open-book exam and lied about it called to the Bar
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nus-law-undergraduate-student-plagiarism-exam-bar-admission-4181316
Firms from Hong Kong and Spain among five bidders for Seletar public bus contract
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/firms-from-hong-kong-and-spain-among-five-bidders-for-seletar-public-bus-contract
SkillsFuture courses which are not career-related can lead to learning, even 'happiness' outcomes: Experts
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/skillsfuture-courses-which-are-not-career-related-can-lead-learning-even-happiness-outcomes-experts-4159671
NUS students can pursue a major in performing arts from August 2024: Some 160 students are enrolled in four credit-bearing groups like Chinese dance and wind ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/nus-students-can-pursue-a-major-in-performing-arts-from-august-2024
Fewer graduates found work 6 months after leaving university in 2023, but median salary up slightly: Survey
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/joint-autonomous-universities-graduate-employment-survey-2023-fewer-working-median-salary-4141471
‘I still can’t eat Japanese food’: How the war and Occupation shaped the eating habits of a generation.
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/07/i-still-cant-eat-japanese-food
No longer 'ulu': Why resale prices in Sembawang have risen faster than any other neighbourhood in Singapore
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/sembawang-hdb-resale-flats-prices-towns-4135751
Commentary: Parking mum guilt at the door: The myth of do-it-all motherhood persists, romanticised in movies and exaggerated on social media ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/parents-need-time-away-children-self-care-work-family-pressures-4144656
More e-hongbao given out in Singapore this Chinese New Year: Most banks ST contacted said the number of e-hongbao sent increased in 2024, compared with 2023.
straitstimes.com/singapore/more-e-hongbaos-given-out-in-singapore-this-chinese-new-year
NUS assistant professor charged with drug offences, including having vape device with Class A controlled drug
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nus-assoc-prof-charged-vape-class-controlled-drug-cannabinol-cannabis-4158981
What to watch for as China’s major political meeting of the year gets underway: The National People’s Congress annual meeting is being closely watched for any ...
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/02/what-to-watch-for-as-chinas-major-political-meeting-of-the-year-gets-underway/
Commentary: To raise fertility rates, Singapore needs to make parenthood seem less like the ultimate sacrifice
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/singapore-falling-fertility-birth-rate-parent-child-cost-stress-family-population-policy-4159716
OceanX research vessel to study marine life in South-east Asia: OceanXplorer is currently in Singapore to conduct scientific outreach and engagement programmes ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/oceanx-research-vessel-to-study-marine-life-in-south-east-asia
Businesses promote Taylor Swift-styled merchandise to enchant fans as concert fever hits
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/taylor-swift-singapore-eras-tour-businesses-merchandise-convert-fever-swiftonomics-4163596
Salary guidelines helpful but 'crucial' to address other factors to retain, attract workers: Community care providers
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/community-care-salary-guidelines-singapore-workload-ageing-population-career-progression-jobs-4157106
New Odysseus lunar mission will attempt to make a historic landing at the moon’s south pole
cnn.com/2024/02/17/world/odysseus-launch-science-newsletter-wt-scn/
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Commentary: Cash, more leave or a Rolex? Long service awards deserve a rethink: While a grand gesture of appreciation for employees who have worked for many ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/job-good-work-culture-long-service-award-cash-leave-4128496
Taylor-made: South-East Asian countries stung by Taylor Swift tour snub are shaking it off with new funds, new rules
thestar.com.my/news/focus/2024/02/25/taylor-made-south-east-asian-countries-stung-by-taylor-swift-tour-snub-are-shaking-it-off-with-new-funds-new-rules
Why foreign direct investment into China is collapsing: Investment into China by foreign businesses slumped to a 30-year low in 2023
qz.com/china-foreign-investment-30-year-low-1851268111
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Budget moves to make S’pore more of a global draw can be tweaked to cast net wider, say observers
straitstimes.com/business/budget-moves-to-make-s-pore-more-of-a-global-draw-can-be-tweaked-to-cast-net-wider-say-observers
Scheme to retain Singapore nurses seen as major step but more must be done: SINGAPORE: A newly announced special payout scheme aimed at retaining nurses is set ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/02/26/scheme-to-retain-singapore-nurses-seen-as-major-step-but-more-must-be-done
From ultra-HD videos to virtual reality experiences, what 10Gbps network speed could mean for Singapore
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/broadband-10gbps-network-speed-nationwide-videos-vr-4132381
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