No tuition or travel, but S’pore family with four children say ‘we have all we need’
[Straits Times] - 02/22/2025
The new Large Families Scheme provides more financial support for those with three or more children.
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Domestic violence survivors get direct aid referrals at new charity centre
Casa Raudha has helped more than 600 women and children in the past five years.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
Zoos and aquariums must do more than just entertain
Some experts believe that zoos should also aim to hit other goals like conservation and education.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
Rare diseases organisation raises funds to help families
The funds are for a subsidy programme to reduce the financial burden of affected families.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
25-year-old uni grad earning $4-5K a month says he’s sick of rat race, wants to be a PHV driver when he’s 30
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[The Independent] - 21/02/2025
Singaporean family that spends almost $1K monthly on commuting asks if they should buy a car instead
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[The Independent] - 21/02/2025
Henna hustle: How some women turn their hobby into a thriving career
ST spoke with 16 henna artists, more than half of whom have left their previous jobs to do this full time.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
Tampines Town Council launches 5-year masterplan to enhance regional centre
New infrastructure will be introduced to cement its position as Singapore’s most well-connected town.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
IP insurers offer cheaper riders that still protect against huge hospital bills
Several insurers offer a choice of riders – maximum coverage at higher premiums, or less cover at lower premiums.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
ST Picks: What can young people do to save old buildings from obscurity?
[Straits Times] - 21/02/2025
8 hurt after chain collision involving 14 vehicles on PIE
Eleven cars, two taxis and one motorcycle were involved in the accident.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025
Private property residents cheer news of climate vouchers and ageing-friendly fittings
They say they are surprised at the change.
[Straits Times] - 22/02/2025