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PSLE scripts now marked on-screen
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PSLE scripts now marked on-screen

Teachers deployed for marking duties halved, and number of marking days cut from 4 to 3

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March 25, 2024
University students allowed to use AI tools for assignments
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University students allowed to use AI tools for assignments

But rules are in place to ensure they learn to think independently, understand material

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March 25, 2024
Steps to boost attendance rates of pre-school kids from lower-income families
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Steps to boost attendance rates of pre-school kids from lower-income families

To tackle issue, selected pre-schools run by anchor operators will get more funding

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March 25, 2024
Russia launches air strikes on Kyiv, Lviv region in Ukraine
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Russia launches air strikes on Kyiv, Lviv region in Ukraine

Poland’s armed forces say one missile briefly violated country’s airspace

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March 25, 2024
Chinese Premier Li Qiang promises changes to woo overseas investors
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang promises changes to woo overseas investors

These include moves to address concerns over market access, information transfer

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March 25, 2024
Two bodies recovered from Rohingya refugee boat that capsized
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Two bodies recovered from Rohingya refugee boat that capsized

Indonesian ACEH JAYA, Indonesia authorities recovered two bodies from the shores of West Aceh on March 23 and said local fishermen reported several other drowning victims washed up after a vessel carrying Rohingya migrants capsized off the coast last week.

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March 25, 2024
Singapore doing all it can for Gaza relief efforts, community can help too: DPM Wong
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Singapore doing all it can for Gaza relief efforts, community can help too: DPM Wong

The situation in Gaza is horrific with many innocent lives lost and people continuing to suffer, and that is why the Government has been doing all it can to help with global relief efforts, said Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Lawrence Wong on March 24.

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March 25, 2024
SPARE THE ROD, PLEASE
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SPARE THE ROD, PLEASE

Actor Andie Chen may have recently played a stern dad who gave his 12-year-old son a few solid whacks with a rattan cane on his behind.

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March 25, 2024
NUS sets up institute for research on ethical concerns, risks of AI
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NUS sets up institute for research on ethical concerns, risks of AI

It will be go-to’ platform for cross-sharing of ideas and collaboration on initiatives

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March 25, 2024
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Fewer foreign patients, but Singapore still draws critical cases

Fewer foreign patients are flocking to Singapore than before as costs here rise and competition intensifies in the region, and there is a need for providers to pivot to offering more critical and complex care, healthcare experts said.

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March 25, 2024
Gaza fighting rages amid 'horror and starvation'
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Gaza fighting rages amid 'horror and starvation'

Israeli forces besiege two more hospitals in Khan Younis, says Palestinian Red Crescent

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March 25, 2024
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Finding harmony between physical and mental care

There has been growing interest in emergent modes of healing in Singapore, notably performing arts medicine (PAM) - targeted at musicians, dancers, singers and other performers and poetry therapy, also known as poetic medicine.

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March 24, 2024
Moza, 12, aiming for golden exploits with one good arm
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Moza, 12, aiming for golden exploits with one good arm

In the shimmering blue expanse of the Anglo-Chinese Junior College swimming pool, about 30 young swimmers take turns to do their laps every Saturday morning.

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March 24, 2024
4-0 but Koeman says Dutch won't win Euro playing like that
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4-0 but Koeman says Dutch won't win Euro playing like that

Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman was not pleased with his side, as they shrugged off a slow start to register a 4-0 friendly victory over Scotland at the Johan Cruyff Arena on March 22.

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March 24, 2024
Sakamoto 'calm, focused' on her way to three-peat
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Sakamoto 'calm, focused' on her way to three-peat

Composure was key for Japan's Kaori Sakamoto, as she delivered a bravura free skate on March 22 to become the first woman in more than 50 years to win three straight titles at the Figure Skating World Championships.

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March 24, 2024
RED FLAG OVER NEW ENGLAND JERSEY
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RED FLAG OVER NEW ENGLAND JERSEY

Change in St George’s Cross colours angers fans, politicians; Nike says no offence meant

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March 24, 2024
KEEPING FEELINGS UNDER CONTROL
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KEEPING FEELINGS UNDER CONTROL

Business as usual on court for heartbroken’ Sabalenka following tragic death of ex-beau

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March 24, 2024
'Fun to watch' Brown helps Celtics to 8th straight win
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'Fun to watch' Brown helps Celtics to 8th straight win

Boston coach Joe Mazzulla has said it is an \"honour\" to coach Jaylen Brown, after the forward's 33 points helped the league-leading Celtics beat the Detroit Pistons 129-102 on March 22 to push their National Basketball Association (NBA) winning streak to eight games.

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March 24, 2024
LIM'S KOSCIUSZKO BACK A WINNER AFTER HK SETBACK
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LIM'S KOSCIUSZKO BACK A WINNER AFTER HK SETBACK

Singapore champion does not need to blow away the cobwebs, takes KSA race in style

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March 24, 2024
When AI bots are less hopeful of the stock of their chipmaker Nvidia
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When AI bots are less hopeful of the stock of their chipmaker Nvidia

Blistering rate of Nvidia’s gains has analysts wondering how sustainable the run is

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March 24, 2024
He helps firm behind DoDo fishballs stay at forefront of innovation
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He helps firm behind DoDo fishballs stay at forefront of innovation

Exec’s interest in production and optimisation has been a driving force throughout his career

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March 24, 2024
How to fend off hackers out to extort companies for million-dollar ransoms
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How to fend off hackers out to extort companies for million-dollar ransoms

While firms can take precautions, the best defence still lies with employees

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March 24, 2024
Family, financial woes: New book highlights resilience of Tan Kah Kee
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Family, financial woes: New book highlights resilience of Tan Kah Kee

Book by his granddaughter offers insights into S’pore pioneer and descendants

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March 24, 2024
Mt Alvernia strives to expand services while keeping costs low
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Mt Alvernia strives to expand services while keeping costs low

Finding a balance key at Singapore’s only not-for-profit private acute hospital: CEO

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March 24, 2024
Campaign to help parents build safe digital environment for kids
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Campaign to help parents build safe digital environment for kids

Guides on how to navigate online world or limit device use among resources

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March 24, 2024
Princess of Wales says she is receiving chemotherapy after cancer 'shock'
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Princess of Wales says she is receiving chemotherapy after cancer 'shock'

Catherine releases video message after intense social media speculation, rumours

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March 24, 2024
From littering to congestion: Japan acts as hot spots overrun by tourists
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From littering to congestion: Japan acts as hot spots overrun by tourists

Levies, entry limits and warning signs part of moves amid strain on locals, environment

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March 24, 2024
Haiti gang wars push hunger to worst levels on record
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Haiti gang wars push hunger to worst levels on record

Almost half of Haiti's people are struggling to feed themselves as gang violence spreads across the country, with several areas close to famine, international organisations said on March 22.

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March 24, 2024
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UN Security Council vote on new ceasefire text postponed

A vote at the United Nations Security Council on a new text calling for an \"immediate\" ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war has been postponed to March 25, diplomatic sources said.

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March 24, 2024
Over 170 gunmen killed in Gaza hospital raid: Israel
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Over 170 gunmen killed in Gaza hospital raid: Israel

Israeli forces fighting in Gaza killed more than 170 gunmen during their days-long raid at the Palestinian enclave's main hospital, the military said on March 23.

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March 24, 2024