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COVID-19: Singapore authorities focusing on “getting recovery right” for foreign workers
"If any worker was unwell, they got the same care as any Singaporean would. We made sure of it": Manpower Minister Josephine Teo on what Singapore has done to take…
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Singapore reports 528 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 528 new COVID-19 cases on Apr 30. The national tally has now passed 16,000. Subscribe to our channel here: cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service on Telegram: cna.asia/telegram…
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Mediacorp wins big at 2 international competitions
Mediacorp has been honoured at two international competitions. The media group has won 28 awards at the annual New York Festivals TV & Film Awards, and another 21 at the…
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Independent thought is key for local arts groups: Ong Keng Sen
Pioneering thought leadership will be key for local arts groups in the wake of COVID-19. Local arts veteran Dr Ong Keng Sen said they will need to rethink content and…
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COVID-19: More than 300,000 free meals to be given to impacted groups
About 2,750 people impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic are expected to benefit from three meal support programmes rolled out by the Temasek Foundation. Under the programmes, more than 300,000 free…
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Representatives from transport sector hold virtual break fast session with Khaw Boon Wan
Workers in the transport sector continue to play an important role amid the COVID-19 pandemic. They ensure that ships and planes can unload their cargo and buses continue to run…
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6 Singapore universities accepting new applications until May 17
Some undergraduates may have changed plans, opting to study locally instead of overseas, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To help them out, Singapore's six autonomous universities are now accepting new…
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COVID-19: Shift to essential services welcomed by allied health professionals
The move to re-categorise allied health services as essential has been welcomed by those in the profession. They said it now allows for timely intervention and treatment for patients who…
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COVID-19: More than 1,300 online submissions for relief from contractual obligations
More than 1,300 online submissions have been made by individuals and businesses to seek relief from their contractual obligations because of COVID-19. The Law Ministry also reported 50 applications for…
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Government will take care of every worker: DPM Heng
Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat has said that while the Government may not be able to save every job, it will take care of every worker. In a May…