A recent survey reveals significant disparities in job satisfaction and well-being among workers in Singapore, Indonesia, and the Philippines.A new survey has revealed that Singaporean workers report lower levels of mental health, job satisfaction, and overall quality of life compared to their counterparts in Indonesia and the Philippines.The “Hustle Culture” survey, conducted by Milieu Insight, …
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A region-wide study highlights the impact of hustle culture on the mental well-being of Singapore’s workforce.A comprehensive study titled ‘Hustle Culture’ has revealed that 52 percent of employees in Singapore report experiencing a poor quality of life, significantly higher than the 37 percent in Indonesia and 36 percent in the Philippines.Conducted by Intellect and Milieu …
Government spending was less than the initially promised S$100 billion due to underutilization of resources earmarked for potential public health challenges.SINGAPORE: Over the past two financial years, a total of S$72.3 billion has been spent to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, announced Second Minister for Finance Indranee Rajah in Parliament on Tuesday (Sep 13).Of this amount, …
New initiatives aim to create a more inclusive environment for persons with disabilities in Singapore.SINGAPORE: The latest Enabling Masterplan, launched on Wednesday (Aug 17), outlines ambitious plans to improve accessibility for persons with disabilities (PWDs) across various sectors, including buildings, road crossings, and government websites. This initiative reflects Singapore's commitment to creating a more inclusive …
Despite the challenges of caregiving, individuals find strength in love and community support.In the realm of Confucian filial piety, one poignant story stands out: “He Sold Himself to Bury His Father.” This tale reflects the ideal of self-sacrifice that has shaped traditional Asian values around caregiving. While many children genuinely strive to provide for their …
Calls for a review of CPF interest rates gain traction amid ongoing concerns over retirement adequacy.SINGAPORE: Former GIC chief economist Yeoh Lam Keong expressed his disagreement with Manpower Minister Tan See Leng's remarks regarding Central Provident Fund (CPF) interest rates during a parliamentary speech on August 2. In his Facebook post, Mr. Yeoh raised concerns …
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung emphasizes the need for ongoing investment in the healthcare workforce.SINGAPORE: As part of efforts to strengthen Singapore's healthcare workforce and make jobs in the sector more appealing, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced on Friday (July 29) that nurses will receive an enhanced payment package for the years 2022 and …
The latest patient is a 32-year-old Singaporean man.SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Health (MOH) reported an additional case of monkeypox infection on Wednesday (July 27), bringing the total number of infections in the country to 11 since June. The latest patient is a 32-year-old Singaporean man, according to MOH's update on its website.The man tested positive …
Legal action taken against food importer for violating import regulations.SINGAPORE: A company and its director have been penalized for unlawfully importing over 360kg of fresh fruits and vegetables from Malaysia, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) announced on Monday (Jul 25).JQA, a food product importer, and its director, Tan Kar Jiun, were each fined S$5,000.The incident …
Understanding the broader implications of dengue fever that go beyond the usual prevention messages.What happens to your life when you contract dengue fever? You might miss important events such as birthdays, job opportunities, and social gatherings. For Marklin Ang, it was the first day of his National Service enlistment.Marklin's first experience with dengue in 2012 …
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