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GE2020: Workers’ Party releases video featuring Nicole Seah
Several new faces, including former National Solidarity Party candidate Nicole Seah, were featured alongside Workers' Party members in a video posted on Jun 23, after Parliament was dissolved and the…
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GE2020: Voting safely during COVID-19 pandemic
When Singaporeans go to the polls on Jul 10 in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, it will be done with safety measures in place. Voters will be allocated a…
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GE2020: Changes made to Constitution amid COVID-19 pandemic
Changes to the Constitution have been made to allow the General Election to be held amid the COVID-19 pandemic. For instance, potential candidates will be allowed to file their nomination…
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Desmond Lee on Government support during COVID-19 pandemic | In Conversation
Minister Desmond Lee on sustaining prolonged support for Singaporeans during the downturn: "We certainly must incentivise people to work. And if you look at the COVID-19 support grant, it's financial…
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Repeat mosquito-breeding offenders to face heavier penalties from July 15: NEA
Heavier fines will soon be imposed on households found with repeated mosquito breeding offences. Currently, households where mosquito breeding has been detected face a composition fine of S$200. Under the…
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Singapore Tonight: News in brief June 22
News Briefs on Singapore Tonight, June 22: – New Zealand has introduced stricter border measures following new COVID-19 cases – Croatian tennis player Borna Coric has tested positive for COVID-19…
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COVID-19 pandemic can be opportunity to create new jobs: Chee Hong Tat
Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry Chee Hong Tat said the COVID-19 pandemic can be an opportunity to generate more jobs in certain sectors over the next 12…
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Singaporeans donated $90 million in first five months of 2020, equal to total donations in 2019
S$90 million in COVID-19 related donations have been received through platforms like the Community Chest in the first five months of 2020. The donations equal the total amount collected for…
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How COVID-Safe Is Public Transport? Buses, Trains & The Coronavirus
How are MRT trains and buses disinfected? In Singapore’s Phase 2 after the circuit breaker, public transport operators have stepped up cleaning measures to minimise transmission of #COVID19. These include…
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Can You Spread COVID-19 By Talking? How Far Can A Sneeze Travel?
What is a safe distance to maintain in this #COVID19 pandemic? The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends a social distance of 1 metre, but countries like Australia, Singapore, the UK…