Home Away from Home: MOM’s New Dorm a Big Step Forward for Migrant Workers, But Long Road Awaits
New purpose-built dormitories offer improved living spaces, but full-scale transformation of migrant worker housing remains a challenge. A new government-owned migrant worker... Read More
Where Connections Brew: New Heritage Gallery Celebrates Singapore’s Coffee Shop Culture
A new gallery highlights the evolution of Singapore’s beloved coffee shop culture, showcasing over 3,000 artefacts. A new heritage gallery celebrating Singapore’s... Read More
Student-run Businesses Offer Real-World Experience for Singapore Polytechnic Students
Singapore Polytechnic’s enhanced programme equips business students with practical entrepreneurial skills starting from 2025. Starting from April 2025, Singapore Polytechnic (SP) will... Read More
Morning Briefing: Top Stories from The Straits Times on Nov 23, 2024
A look at the most significant updates from Singapore and beyond on November 23, 2024. Here’s a roundup of some of the... Read More
15-Year-Old Arrested Over Suspected Involvement in Loan Shark Harassment Cases in Bedok and Yishun
A teenager has been arrested after being linked to loan shark harassment incidents in residential areas in Yishun and Bedok. A 15-year-old... Read More
Peregrine Falcon Nest Documented for First Time in Downtown Singapore
For the first time, a pair of peregrine falcons has been observed nesting in the heart of Singapore’s central business district, on... Read More
Contractor Uncontactable After Homeowner Pays $150,000 for Novena Penthouse Renovation
A Novena penthouse owner faces a stalled renovation project and an untraceable contractor after paying over $150,000 for work that remains incomplete... Read More
Banking on Quantum: OCBC to Train 100 Employees in Quantum Computing as Next-Gen Tech Shapes Up
OCBC’s move to train 100 employees reflects Singapore’s national push to lead in quantum technology development. OCBC Bank is launching an ambitious... Read More
Stricter Measures by 2026 to Raise Quality of Courses Funded by SkillsFuture Singapore
SkillsFuture Singapore aims to enhance the quality of training courses by implementing new standards for providers and courses. SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) is... Read More
This Week’s Top Reads from The Straits Times, Nov 23, 2024
A roundup of this week’s key stories, from economic trends to unique personal journeys This week, The Straits Times covers a range... Read More