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Singapore to end N95 mask distribution on Saturday as haze abates

Singapore to end N95 mask distribution on Saturday as haze abates

The Ministry of Health will deactivate both the Public Health Preparedness Clinic Scheme and the Haze Subsidy Scheme from Nov 12.

05/11/2026
Woman linked to Cambodia-based scam syndicate Prince Holding Group arrested at Changi Airport
Woman linked to Cambodia-based scam syndicate Prince Holding Group arrested at Changi Airport
05/11/2026
MOE Language Centres monitoring Europe protests ahead of upcoming student trips
MOE Language Centres monitoring Europe protests ahead of upcoming student trips
05/11/2026
Singapore launches SG for Humanity network in bid to strengthen Gaza humanitarian aid efforts
Singapore launches SG for Humanity network in bid to strengthen Gaza humanitarian aid efforts
05/11/2026
New rules for massage parlours to take effect Dec 1, existing open-concept operators given one-year grace period
New rules for massage parlours to take effect Dec 1, existing open-concept operators given one-year grace period
05/11/2026
DBS names board director Anthony Lim as new chairman; Peter Seah retires after 16 years
DBS names board director Anthony Lim as new chairman; Peter Seah retires after 16 years
05/11/2026

GovTech must keep renewing capabilities, will continue to support retrenched officers: PM Wong

Speaking at GovTech's 10th anniversary dinner, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said that policymakers and technologists need to work together much earlier and more closely.

05/11/2026

PAP co-opts four more members into top decision-making body, unveils office holders

The four co-opted members are Jeffrey Siow, Ng Chee Meng, Sim Ann and Chan Hui Yuh.

05/11/2026
‘Why did this happen?’: Parents of man jailed for murdering sister speak of the brother he once was
‘Why did this happen?’: Parents of man jailed for murdering sister speak of the brother he once was
05/11/2026
Man gets life imprisonment for murdering his younger sister, who was starved, beaten and chained in toilet by trio
Man gets life imprisonment for murdering his younger sister, who was starved, beaten and chained in toilet by trio
05/11/2026
IHH Healthcare to shed over 300 employees across Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia
IHH Healthcare to shed over 300 employees across Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia
05/11/2026
ICA refutes report that Woodlands Checkpoint power outage resulted in Causeway, JB congestion
ICA refutes report that Woodlands Checkpoint power outage resulted in Causeway, JB congestion
05/11/2026
Woman linked to Cambodia-based scam syndicate Prince Holding Group arrested at Changi Airport
Woman linked to Cambodia-based scam syndicate Prince Holding Group arrested at Changi Airport
05/11/2026
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DBS third-quarter net profit falls 5% on year, misses forecasts

05/11/2026

Man who devised scheme to cheat dates in rigged mahjong games gets jail

05/11/2026

Man charged with voyeurism on Scoot flight from Japan to Singapore

05/11/2026

3 men plead guilty to pinning NSF down on bed and using criminal force on him

05/11/2026
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Beyond the Headlines

Rare, roomy and pricey? Inside Singapore's niche jumbo HDB flat market
Rare, roomy and pricey? Inside Singapore's niche jumbo HDB flat market
01/11/2026
Strengthening Singapore’s haze law and going beyond prosecutions – how errant firms can be held to account
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Strengthening Singapore’s haze law and going beyond prosecutions – how errant firms can be held to account
30/10/2026
'Why did I even ask for help?': When parental consent becomes a barrier to youth mental health support

'Why did I even ask for help?': When parental consent becomes a barrier to youth mental health support

29/10/2026
Ong Teng Cheong 'stress-tested' EP scheme, showed that establishment figure can act independently: Jayakumar
Ong Teng Cheong 'stress-tested' EP scheme, showed that establishment figure can act independently: Jayakumar
29/10/2026
'Making history is a huge honour': Singapore's first WWE wrestler Dante Chen on his journey and what comes next
'Making history is a huge honour': Singapore's first WWE wrestler Dante Chen on his journey and what comes next
31/10/2026
Too late, too far, too little choice: Why surplus food apps face challenges matching meals with takers
28/10/2026
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Not every maritime threat needs a warship: Why Singapore is turning to offshore patrol vessels
26/10/2026

More Singapore Stories

Disney's D23 Asia event in Singapore to feature celebrity appearances, exclusive previews and live performances
Disney's D23 Asia event in Singapore to feature celebrity appearances, exclusive previews and live performances
05/11/2026
Wingman reality show winners Frayya and LA split up after dating for a few months
Wingman reality show winners Frayya and LA split up after dating for a few months
05/11/2026
Drug trafficking suspect bites CNB officer’s thigh during arrest
Drug trafficking suspect bites CNB officer’s thigh during arrest
05/11/2026
Yo-Chi opening at i12 Katong with exclusive Chin Mee Chin kaya toppings and new iced latte yoghurt
Yo-Chi opening at i12 Katong with exclusive Chin Mee Chin kaya toppings and new iced latte yoghurt
05/11/2026
Some self-defence gyms see rising demand from parents enrolling children in classes
Some self-defence gyms see rising demand from parents enrolling children in classes
05/11/2026
Joo Chiat vs Haji Lane: What makes a shopping neighbourhood work for retailers?
Joo Chiat vs Haji Lane: What makes a shopping neighbourhood work for retailers?
05/11/2026
Man to be charged over hidden camera in toilet on Japan to Singapore flight
Man to be charged over hidden camera in toilet on Japan to Singapore flight
04/11/2026
Parliament in brief: Muslim law amendments passed and other highlights from Nov 4
Parliament in brief: Muslim law amendments passed and other highlights from Nov 4
05/11/2026
Enhanced haze law 'not a silver bullet', international cooperation remains crucial: Grace Fu
Enhanced haze law 'not a silver bullet', international cooperation remains crucial: Grace Fu
05/11/2026
'Absurd and novel': Shanmugam dismisses WP MP’s call to raise issues at Singapore’s meetings with foreign counterparts
'Absurd and novel': Shanmugam dismisses WP MP’s call to raise issues at Singapore’s meetings with foreign counterparts
04/11/2026
Category A COE premium hits record S$139,001 in latest bidding exercise
Category A COE premium hits record S$139,001 in latest bidding exercise
04/11/2026
Arrest powers, criminal trials in absence of accused among proposed changes to Singapore’s haze law
Arrest powers, criminal trials in absence of accused among proposed changes to Singapore’s haze law
05/11/2026
Singapore proposes raising maximum haze penalty from S$2 million to S$20 million
Singapore proposes raising maximum haze penalty from S$2 million to S$20 million
04/11/2026
As it happened: Parliament passes tougher haze law, raising maximum fine to S$20 million
As it happened: Parliament passes tougher haze law, raising maximum fine to S$20 million
04/11/2026
Myanmar government rejects use of term ‘Rohingya’ in CNA programme, says Rohingya ‘never existed’ as an ethnic identity
Myanmar government rejects use of term ‘Rohingya’ in CNA programme, says Rohingya ‘never existed’ as an ethnic identity
04/11/2026
Man raped housemate after she rejected his relationship request, gets jail and caning
Man raped housemate after she rejected his relationship request, gets jail and caning
04/11/2026
Nearly 8,000 BTO flats launched across six towns in first sales exercise since income ceiling increase
Nearly 8,000 BTO flats launched across six towns in first sales exercise since income ceiling increase
04/11/2026
No evidence PHP flaws exploited in government, critical infrastructure systems: Tan Kiat How
No evidence PHP flaws exploited in government, critical infrastructure systems: Tan Kiat How
04/11/2026
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CNA Explains

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

Wildfires in Indonesia are threatening forests linked to carbon credit projects. What does this mean for companies that have paid to offset their emissions, and are the safeguards enough?

02/11/2026
CNA Explains: Could Singapore get its first World Court judge? What is at stake in the Nov 3 UN vote

CNA Explains: Could Singapore get its first World Court judge? What is at stake in the Nov 3 UN vote

03/11/2026
CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

31/10/2026 7 mins
Visitors can try Sentosa's self-driving shuttles for free from early 2027

Visitors can try Sentosa's self-driving shuttles for free from early 2027

30/10/2026 3 mins
CNA Explains: Is secretly recording a workplace meeting allowed, and when can it get you into trouble?

CNA Explains: Is secretly recording a workplace meeting allowed, and when can it get you into trouble?

29/10/2026
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In Focus

IN FOCUS: Why do so many shopping centres in Singapore look the same?

IN FOCUS: Why do so many shopping centres in Singapore look the same?

17/06/2026
IN FOCUS: Can driverless buses become a mainstay on Singapore’s roads?

IN FOCUS: Can driverless buses become a mainstay on Singapore’s roads?

20/05/2026
IN FOCUS: What happens when those who hurt their families seek help

IN FOCUS: What happens when those who hurt their families seek help

One mother sought help after hitting her son whenever she lost patience, making him fearful and constantly on edge.

12/08/2026
IN FOCUS: Small drones, big damage – how these unmanned weapons are reshaping wars

IN FOCUS: Small drones, big damage – how these unmanned weapons are reshaping wars

15/07/2026
IN FOCUS: 1 in 3 new lawyers want out – can the industry fix the burnout before it’s too late?

IN FOCUS: 1 in 3 new lawyers want out – can the industry fix the burnout before it’s too late?

19/06/2026

IN FOCUS: Why the stigma over flexible work persists in Singapore

04/05/2026

IN FOCUS: Why illicit massage parlours, hard-selling beauty salons are hard to get rid of in HDB estates

26/03/2026
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When Death Comes Knocking

Told he could die in just months, this 27-year-old is 'more positive about life now'
Told he could die in just months, this 27-year-old is 'more positive about life now'
06/11/2025
'If he needs to go … we have to let him go': How a mother is coming to terms with her son’s terminal illness
'If he needs to go … we have to let him go': How a mother is coming to terms with her son’s terminal illness
06/11/2025
'Death with dignity': The people helping terminally ill patients to find peace and leave with no regrets
'Death with dignity': The people helping terminally ill patients to find peace and leave with no regrets
06/11/2025
The 27-year-old who's been given months to live | Video
The 27-year-old who's been given months to live | Video
07/12/2024 7 mins

Commentary

Commentary: When stock analysts move markets, should retail investors follow?

Commentary: When stock analysts move markets, should retail investors follow?

04/11/2026
Commentary: How super-aged Singapore should think about financial security

Commentary: How super-aged Singapore should think about financial security

03/11/2026
Commentary: What revised Maju Forest plans could mean for future development decisions

Commentary: What revised Maju Forest plans could mean for future development decisions

02/11/2026
Commentary: The invisible workforce helping Singapore age well

Commentary: The invisible workforce helping Singapore age well

01/11/2026
Commentary: Steak, donburi – do non-Singaporean dishes belong in hawker centres?

Commentary: Steak, donburi – do non-Singaporean dishes belong in hawker centres?

30/10/2026
Commentary: Staying indoors during haze can come at a cost to comfort

Commentary: Staying indoors during haze can come at a cost to comfort

29/10/2026
Commentary: Singapore’s next big technology bet cannot wait till we’ve figured out AI

Commentary: Singapore’s next big technology bet cannot wait till we’ve figured out AI

28/10/2026