Budget 2025 to see 9.6% rise in ministries’ expenditure
[Straits Times] - 02/18/2025
PM Wong expects to end FY2024 with a surplus of $6.4 billion.
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Girl taken to hospital after her foot is trapped in Buangkok mall’s escalator
She was freed by the SCDF using rescue equipment.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Singapore Archdiocese calls for prayers for critically ill Pope
The pontiff has been in hospital for over a week with a complex lung infection.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
PSP chairman Tan Cheng Bock says he intends to contest GE2025 in West Coast
The party will contest in the area regardless of any boundary changes, said Dr Tan.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Family-friendly staycays: 9 Singapore hotels for every budget from $150 to $1,700
They include the new Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and family suites at Marina Bay Sands.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Scoot flight to S’pore returns to Xi’an about 20 mins after take-off due to ‘technical issue’
Some passengers said sparks were seen from the plane.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
GE2025: PAP looks set to face 4-way fight for Tampines GRC against WP, NSP, PPP
Among four people tipped to be fielded as WP candidates in Tampines is a 33-year-old lawyer turned consultant.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
More reports of found property made to police in 2024; slightly over half traced to owners
Police tap AI-powered optical cameras, robots and automated processes to trace the owners.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Montfort Secondary students disciplined for involvement in bullying incident
The students have acknowledged that their behaviours were wrong and have expressed remorse, the school said.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Minor Issues: Worried about AI hiring? Keep calm and read on
Get your child to go for internships, as these can help young people explore what they want in their careers.
[Straits Times] - 23/02/2025
Good business starts from making your employees happy, says founder of Dian Xiao Er restaurant chain
Interest-free housing loans are just one perk Samuel Yik provides for his employees.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025