Fewer O-level subjects for JC admission could ease academic pressure: Students and parents
[Straits Times] - 03/7/2025
From 2028, students applying for admission to JCs will need only five 'O' Level subjects.
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Heavy traffic expected at land checkpoints ahead of March school holidays, Hari Raya Puasa: ICA
Those travelling by car and motorcycle can use QR codes for faster immigration clearance.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Public service media outlets remain many S’poreans’ first port of call for trusted news: Minister
The Government is also studying measures to keep mainstream media content easily accessible.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Higher dental subsidies, more people to be covered under Chas for better oral health
Fee benchmarks for common dental procedures will also be introduced.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Man accused of robbery gets jail but escapes caning after pleading guilty to reduced charge of theft
He could have been jailed for up to 10 years and got at least six strokes of the cane for robbery.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
MOE may put out facts should misleading accounts of bullying be publicised online
This is to provide a balanced view of the entire incident, including the actions of all who were involved.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
‘Involuntarily unemployed’ can get monthly payouts by going for activities that boost job chances
They can get up to $6,000 over six months if they complete activities such as going for career coaching.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Motorcycle bursts into flames in Kallang in 5th vehicle fire reported within a week
A photo uploaded on social media shows the vehicle in flames.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Pay of lower-wage workers rises faster than median amid progressive wage moves
Even though the cost of living rose, the wages of these workers rose even more.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
2 more Supremely Gourmet dark chocolate products recalled due to undeclared milk allergen
This follows SFA’s earlier recall of Supremely Gourmet Premium Dark Chocolate (96g) due to the same issue.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
SAF wraps up Cobra Gold military exercise in Thailand
SAF personnel across the four services worked with their counterparts from several other countries.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
Influencer admits breaking into Sentosa bungalow and stealing $200k worth of Louis Vuitton items
He pleaded guilty to seven charges for offences committed from April 2020 to December 2023.
[Straits Times] - 7/03/2025
