Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Monday, May 3. New TTSH Covid-19 cases include 7 discharged and current patients The other cases in the cluster are a physiotherapist and three hospital visitors. READ MORE HERE S'pore and Malaysia to allow cross-border travel on compassionate grounds from May 17 Further negotiations with the transport ministries of both countries on a potential air travel bubble will be required. READ MORE HERE Worst Covid-19 community outbreak in S'pore shows nobody can relax, not even for a moment: Experts The TTSH cluster, with 27 people infected, is Singapore's first hospital cluster and comprises staff and patients. READ MORE HERE More on this topic Related Story ST newsletters: Get alerts on the latest news ‘Many Koreans have big misunderstandings about Islam,’ says a Muslim convert in South Korea South Korean Muslims share how learning more about the faith contributed to their religious conversion. READ MORE HERE More S'pore couples, especially those recently married, getting divorced: MSF report The highest proportion of couples ended their marriage between the fifth and 10th year. READ MORE HERE Malaysian PM Muhyiddin's visit to S'pore postponed amid increase in Covid-19 cases The current situation in both countries does not provide the "right environment" for cross-border travel discussion, they noted. READ MORE HERE India leads surge in Covid-19 infections across the globe From Asia to Americas, nations grapple with virus amid slower-than-ideal vaccine roll-outs. READ MORE HERE Lucky Plaza, Peninsula Plaza shoppers move around easily after entry restriction reintroduced The reintroduction of the restrictions comes amid a recent rise in Covid-19 cases in Singapore. READ MORE HERE 'You could be stepping on an endangered species': Why hikers need to be careful in S'pore's forests Growing number of hikers at Clementi Forest puts two species at risk. READ MORE HERE Respectful parenting: Seeing and accepting kids for who they are It is not about giving in to children’s whims and fancies, but reciprocal connection and acceptance. READ MORE HERE
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Friday, April 2. Singapore's handling of Covid-19 pandemic key feature in its human rights report to UN Singapore took steps to protect low-income and vulnerable residents, including migrant workers in dorms, it said. READ MORE HERE Worshippers return to churches for Easter services with Covid-19 safe distancing measures in place Some elements such as the feet-washing ceremony traditionally performed on Maundy Thursday will not take place. READ MORE HERE askST: Will I be affected by the ongoing battle between doctors and IP insurers? The rift intensified after the Singapore Medical Association issued a position statement on what it called "troubled" IPs. READ MORE HERE More on this topic Related Story ST newsletters: Get alerts on the latest news Operators in Singapore gear up to hold bigger weddings, performances and tournaments from April 24 But mandatory pre-event testing at bigger events for those who are not vaccinated may deter some from attending. READ MORE HERE Pure Fitness at Ngee Ann City visited 10 times by Covid-19 cases while infectious Two restaurants in Orchard Road and Cherry Discotheque in Cecil Street were also visited by infectious cases. READ MORE HERE Deposed Myanmar leader Suu Kyi faces new charge under official secrets law A conviction under the law can carry a prison sentence of up to 14 years. READ MORE HERE The paradox of paranoia and confidence in an uncertain world Singaporeans need the immigrant kid’s paranoid drive and the confidence of the trust fund kid to thrive, says Chua Mui Hoong. READ MORE HERE SBS Transit gets estimated $30m rail reliability incentive The operator of the North East and Downtown lines had the highest reliability numbers last year. READ MORE HERE Football: Fans in Singapore feeling left out due to lack of broadcast options for World Cup qualifiers Telcos Singtel and StarHub did not secure rights for the European games. READ MORE HERE More S'pore celebrities and influencers start skincare and beauty brands These stars tap on their clout and ready fan base for their new ventures. READ MORE HERE
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Wednesday, March 17. Retrenchments hit smaller proportion of workers in S'pore, but more than doubled last year Foreigners were more likely to be let go than S'poreans or PRs, with the services sector the hardest hit. READ MORE HERE China eases border restrictions for travellers who have taken its Covid-19 vaccines "This has nothing to do with recognition of Chinese vaccines," said a Chinese official. READ MORE HERE Novena Global Healthcare subsidiary shuts all its aesthetic clinics Patients have made police reports over a lack of response from the chain founded by Nelson and Terence Loh. READ MORE HERE More on this topic Related Story ST newsletters: Get alerts on the latest news US and Japan single out China as threat, vowing to 'push back if necessary' They singled out China for its human rights transgressions and behaviour in the East and South China Seas, and the Taiwan Strait. READ MORE HERE High-tech farming 'toolbox' can help S'pore meet food supply needs: Chan Chun Sing These solutions can help the country scale up local production when the need arises. READ MORE HERE More thundery showers expected in second half of March in S'pore Daily temperatures are expected to range between 24 deg C and 33 deg C on most days. READ MORE HERE Myanmar residents flee Yangon suburb fearing fresh military crackdown; EU readies sanctions The EU would approve sanctions against those behind the coup next Monday. READ MORE HERE Remains of Chinese pioneer, who donated land for Bukit Brown, moved from cemetery The late Mr Ong Chong Chew was one of three original land donors for the cemetery. READ MORE HERE Fighting 'coronasomnia': More in S'pore seeking help for insomnia during Covid-19 pandemic A global study found that 51% of Singaporeans have lost sleep over work, finances and Covid-19 news. READ MORE HERE Should you be concerned about blood clots and AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine? More than a dozen countries have partly or fully suspended the vaccine's use. READ MORE HERE
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Saturday, March 13. Stretching the healthcare dollar with targeted subsidies in S'pore With limited resources and growing needs on every end, it has become more crucial than ever to make every dollar count. READ MORE HERE Lower costs for most with S'pore's healthcare subsidy revision, and some who pay more can afford it: Experts 15% of patients, who are mainly from households with higher per capita income, will pay about $200 more out of pocket. READ MORE HERE IT engineer who declined Covid-19 test despite runny nose is S'pore's sole new community case The Deutsche Bank employee had a runny nose on March 1, visited a GP and was given five days of medical leave. READ MORE HERE What does the future hold for Fukushima 10 years after nuclear disaster? Some evacuees have returned, while others cite concerns over food safety for staying away. READ MORE HERE Biden says free Indo-Pacific essential as he meets India, Japan, Australia leaders Virtual meeting of the Quad will focus on the Covid-19 pandemic, economic growth and the climate crisis. READ MORE HERE Two women being investigated for illegally collecting free face masks; more cases under probe The police have also received similar reports in other residential estates. READ MORE HERE Serving British police officer charged with murder of Sarah Everard after remains confirmed as hers Sarah Everard disappeared while walking home on March 3 and her body was later found in a wood outside London. READ MORE HERE Container ships facing longer wait times at S'pore port amid global surge in cargo demand Turnaround estimated to have shot up to 5-7 days but S'pore appears to be coping better than other ports. READ MORE HERE Mystery buyer of $93 million Beeple digital artwork known only as 'Metakovan' The buyer is one of the oldest investors in "NFT", or Non-Fungible Tokens, which are virtual objects. READ MORE HERE At home with nature: More in S'pore move to green up their spaces with biophilic design More owners of commercial properties and homes are bringing nature indoors to deal with the pandemic. READ MORE HERE