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MOH considers bone density tests for women under Healthier SG
Health Minister Ong Ye Kung said the Ministry of Health (MOH) is studying ways to help women undergo bone density screening more regularly. The condition he referred to, osteoporosis, weakens bones...
Singapore’s new road safety initiative urges people to look out for each other
Traffic deaths in Singapore reached a 10-year high last year, prompting authorities to roll out a new public campaign to remind everyone on the road to look out for each other.
‘Is the chicken gold-plated?’ Malaysian woman stunned by S$8.50 cai fan in Singapore CBD
The woman added that she is “seriously considering” moving back to Kuala Lumpur or finding a side gig that pays enough to keep up with inflation.
Singapore jobseeker complains of rude interviews, says manager laughed at expected salary
The jobseeker described multiple encounters where interviewers appeared unprepared or unprofessional.
Business
Man says he was threatened with a PIP and possible termination after speaking up about his manager’s unfair treatment
He said his manager showed clear favouritism within the team.
Why the wealthy turn to gold in times of crisis — and how you can adopt the ‘rich mentality’ too
Gold needs to be seen as a store of value rather than a fast-growing investment.
Jobs for Singapore graduates fall for third year as hiring slows
More graduates are seeking work, but a higher percentage share receive no job offers within six months.
Fewer Singapore graduates found jobs within 6 months in 2025, survey shows
There are also fewer job openings in outward-facing sectors such as information and communications.
Singapore Politics
Pritam Singh: Process of bringing in new citizens, Permanent Residents, should be transparent
Mr Singh said, "In Parliament last week, the DPM Gan announced that the Government would increase the intake of New Citizens and Permanent Residents over the next five years. The Workers’ Party be...
Louis Chua calls for government-subsidised discounts on hawker meals for Singaporeans
Mr Chua called on the Government, and not hawkers themselves, who are already struggling with low margins, to provide discounts for hawker food to Singaporeans based on their CHAS card type, with l...
Fadli Fawzi has been surprising Kaki Bukit residents with Buka Puasa meals
Mr Fadli and his teams have been giving out coupons for Kueh Raya and IFTAR
Singaporeans applaud immediate 20% increase in tobacco tax, but ask if more should be done to curb smoking
SINGAPORE: During the rollout of the national Budget on...