New Sports Centre Features State-of-the-Art Facilities and Inclusive Programs for All AgesSINGAPORE: Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, together with Sembawang GRC Member of Parliament Dr. Lim Wee Kiak, celebrated the opening of the largest ActiveSG gym in Singapore over the weekend of October 29. The 1,500-square-metre gym, located at Bukit Canberra, is part of the …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Tech in Asia Will Continue as a Subsidiary Under SPH Media, Enhancing Business Times' OfferingsSINGAPORE: SPH Media has announced its acquisition of Tech in Asia (TIA), a prominent technology media company. The acquisition aims to bolster SPH Media’s offerings, particularly those of The Business Times, and contribute to its broader transformation strategy.A spokesperson for SPH …
Why Many Singaporeans Turn to AI for Mental Health Support in an Affordable, Convenient WayI find myself sitting in front of my laptop, opening up to ChatGPT with the hope that it can offer some kind of solace. “Hi ChatGPT, I’m feeling lost,” I type, not knowing exactly what to expect. To my surprise, the …
Police Cameras Have Played a Key Role in Solving Over 7,500 Crimes Since 2012SINGAPORE: The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has issued a tender to significantly expand its network of police cameras, aiming to double the current number to over 200,000 by the mid-2030s. This expansion is part of a broader initiative to improve coverage in …
People's Power Party Leader Sets Sights on Strengthening Political Alternatives and Forming New AlliancesSINGAPORE: Goh Meng Seng has been re-elected as the secretary-general of the opposition People’s Power Party (PPP), following the party’s congress on Sunday (Oct 29). The congress also saw the election of its fourth central executive committee (CEC), marking a new chapter …
How Ramakrishnan and Cleryce’s Unique Bond Bridges the Gap Between GenerationsFive years ago, at the age of 70, Ramakrishnan S/O Nadarajan's life changed forever. After suffering a stroke, his mobility was severely affected, and he was forced to leave his job. His health further declined when his diabetes worsened, eventually leading to the amputation of …
Labour Market Shows Resilience with Low Unemployment and Steady Growth in Key SectorsSINGAPORE: Despite a challenging economic environment, employment in Singapore has increased for the eighth straight quarter, according to preliminary data released by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on Thursday (Oct 26). Excluding migrant domestic workers, the number of employed residents and non-residents has …
Redefining Success: The Roadmap to a More Inclusive and Purpose-Driven Future for SingaporeIn a shifting societal landscape, Singaporeans are moving beyond the pursuit of material wealth and instead are seeking deeper meaning in their lives. The evolving definition of the Singapore Dream, as articulated in the recently released Forward SG report, reflects this shift in …
From Eurodance Hit to Underground Anthem: The Unexpected Connection Between ‘Million Tears’ and Singapore’s Salakau Gang ChantGroove Coverage, the German trance group, faces an unusual challenge during their world tour—an issue they only encounter in Singapore. The problem? Their hit track ‘Million Tears’ prompts gang chants from the audience, something that doesn’t happen in Germany …
Inflationary pressures ease as food, services, and retail prices moderateSINGAPORE: Official data released on Oct 23 shows that Singapore's core inflation has dropped to 3.0% on a year-on-year basis. This marks a significant decrease from the 5.5% recorded in January and February of this year, which was the highest in 14 years. The September inflation …
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