Health Ministry Attributes Changes to Work Arrangements and COVID-19 RestrictionsSINGAPORE: A recent survey by the Ministry of Health (MOH) reveals that while physical activity levels in Singapore fell during the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a notable increase in the willingness of residents to seek help for mental health issues. The findings of the National Population …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Refunds to Be Processed Automatically for Affected Commuters Following Fare ErrorSINGAPORE — A total of 1,335 trips on the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) between Orchard and Queenstown stations were inadvertently charged an extra six cents from November 13 to December 2.TransitLink issued a statement on Facebook on December 13, explaining that after the recent opening …
Navigating the Ongoing Housing Debate Amidst Rising ConcernsBread-and-butter issues remain a pressing concern for the average Singaporean. From underpaid delivery riders to ambitious boardroom executives, everyone shares a common anxiety: will the merciless free market ever shine a light on our struggles? High inflation rates and the looming threat of a global recession cast shadows …
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasizes the importance of the inaugural India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable for ongoing collaboration in various sectors.SINGAPORE: Singapore and India have committed to collaborate in several new areas, including food and energy security, green technology, and digital connectivity, as announced by Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Tuesday (Sep 20).After a five-day …
Celebrating Convenience and Choice in a Caffeinated WorldOur weekly pitch meetings revolve around caffeine. Every Thursday at 10 a.m., the RICE Media editorial team filters into the meeting room, each clutching a cup of coffee. Given our office’s location at Ann Siang Hill, high-end coffees are almost a given.From homemade barista-style cappuccinos—thanks to Zat, my …
South Korean Golfer Claims Victory After Rain-Shortened Tournament.South Korea’s Park Ji-young emerged victorious at the inaugural Hana Financial Group Singapore Women’s Open, held over the weekend at Tanah Merah Country Club’s Tampines Course. The tournament concluded prematurely, with the third and final round cancelled due to heavy rain, resulting in scores after 36 holes determining …
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim Seeks to Foster Better Relations Amidst Historical Dispute.SINGAPORE: Malaysia has requested its attorney-general to clarify claims regarding Pedra Branca, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced on Wednesday (Dec 14). He expressed hopes for discussions with Singapore to prevent any potential problems between the two neighboring countries."We asked the attorney-general to clarify the …
Unveiling the Heart and Soul of the Culinary Team Before Service Begins"Before Service" takes you behind the scenes in the hours leading up to lunch or dinner at an F&B outlet. This series aims to illuminate the dedicated individuals who tirelessly work behind closed doors to create memorable and meaningful dining experiences for guests. What …
A remarkable tale of bravery as a pet rat helps save her owner from disaster.UNITED KINGDOM — “Ratty,” a courageous little rat, has become an unlikely hero after saving cancer sufferer Caroline Davis, 61, from a fiery fate by moving her lit cigarette and waking her up just in time.When Caroline dozed off with a …
Health experts caution against a potential "tripledemic" as COVID-19, influenza, and RSV cases surge.SINGAPORE: The year-end flu season has returned, and doctors are reporting a significant uptick in respiratory infections, with some clinics observing an increase of up to 20 percent in cases.Health authorities around the world are warning of a potential “tripledemic,” where concurrent …
Enjoy Unlimited Digital Access
Read trusted, award-winning journalism.
Just $2 for 6 months.
Already a subscriber? Log in
