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18.06.2025 | Over 200 seniors contribute stories to Founders’ Memorial project paying tribute to Singapore’s first citizens | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A Founders’ Memorial project paying tribute to Singapore’s first citizens has collected tales of the country's early years from over 200 sen... |
23.05.2025 | Pigeon Control and Coffee Comfort: A Tale of Urban Management and Community Spirit | In the bustling heart of Singapore, two seemingly unrelated stories unfold: one of urban wildlife management and the other of a cozy home café. Both narratives reflect the city's commitment to community well-being, environmental stewardship... |
23.05.2025 | Singapore's Dual Approach: Pigeon Control and Aquaculture Innovation | In the bustling city-state of Singapore, two seemingly unrelated initiatives are taking shape, both aimed at enhancing urban living and food security. On one front, the government is tackling the pigeon population that has become a nuisance... |
23.05.2025 | Singapore's Battle with Birds: Pigeons and Poultry in the Spotlight | In the bustling city-state of Singapore, two pressing issues have taken center stage: the management of the pigeon population and the looming threat of bird flu. Both scenarios reveal the delicate balance between urban wildlife and public h... |
20.05.2025 | Pigeon management plan to be rolled out in three more town councils | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A pigeon management plan introduced in several town councils in a pilot programme in 2024 will be extended to three more areas.
The next pha... |
23.04.2025 | The Battle for Singapore: A Political Landscape Shifting Towards Change | As Singapore gears up for its 2025 General Election, the political landscape is buzzing with energy. The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) has launched a manifesto that aims to reshape the nation’s economic, healthcare, housing, education, a... |
23.04.2025 | GE2025: WP's Yee Jenn Jong a 'seasoned operator', but PAP's East Coast team will build on work done before, says Edwin Tong | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Former Non-Constituency MP Yee Jenn Jong may be a "very seasoned operator" but the team that the People's Action Party (PAP) is fi... |
19.04.2025 | The New Face of Politics: Dinesh Vasu Dash and the People's Action Party | In the world of politics, change is the only constant. As Singapore gears up for the General Election in 2025, a new face has emerged from the shadows of bureaucracy. Dinesh Vasu Dash, a former chief executive officer of the Agency for Inte... |
19.04.2025 | GE2025: PAP fields Yip Hon Weng again to defend his seat in Yio Chu Kang SMC | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The People’s Action Party’s Yip Hon Weng will again contest the single-seat ward of Yio Chu Kang in the upcoming election.
Speaking at the P... |
16.04.2025 | Navigating Change: Singapore's Political Landscape and Food Safety Concerns | Singapore stands at a crossroads. The political arena is buzzing with the upcoming General Election, while health authorities grapple with food safety issues. Both narratives intertwine, reflecting the nation’s resilience and adaptability.
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16.04.2025 | GE2025: The PAP new face whose friends thought he'd join an opposition party | Listen
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When Mr Dinesh Vasu Dash told his friends that he had decided to enter politics, the first question they asked him was: “Are you joining an opposition... |
15.04.2025 | No conclusive evidence linking ready-to-eat meals to food poisoning during Total Defence exercise: SFA, MOH | Listen
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SINGAPORE: There is no conclusive evidence linking the gastroenteritis cases that emerged during a national preparedness exercise earlier this year to ... |
12.04.2025 | GE2025: Masagos introduces former Chief of Army David Neo as potential Tampines GRC candidate | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Minister for Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli on Saturday evening (Apr 12) introduced former Chief of Army David Neo as a pote... |
06.04.2025 | A New Dawn for Seniors: Singapore's Active Ageing Initiative | In a bustling city-state like Singapore, where skyscrapers pierce the sky and life moves at a frenetic pace, the elderly often find themselves sidelined. But a new initiative is changing that narrative. Over 20,000 seniors will soon have ea... |
05.04.2025 | GE2025: PAP's potential East Coast GRC team shaping up as ex-AIC chief, former TV host join walkabout | Listen
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SINGAPORE: A potential team for the People’s Action Party’s (PAP) General Election contest in East Coast GRC is taking shape after successive weekend a... |
02.04.2025 | Over 20,000 seniors to get easier access to active ageing programmes near their homes | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Over 20,000 seniors across Singapore will have easier access to Active Ageing Centres (AACs) near their homes over the next one to two years... |
28.03.2025 | CEO of Agency for Integrated Care steps down, ECDA chief to take over | Listen
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SINGAPORE: The CEO of the Agency for Integrated Care (AIC), Mr Dinesh Vasu Dash, has resigned after more than a year in the role.
He stepped down on Th... |
28.03.2025 | GE2025: Why Singapore's high-flying bureaucrats are recruited into politics | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Before he was elected into parliament, Mr Lee Yi Shyan worked in a ministry and three statutory boards, capping off his public service caree... |
19.03.2025 | Right on target: How an 85-year-old found joy in Counter-Strike 2 | Listen
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Visitors to PCF Sparkle Care Active Ageing Centre (Care) @ Yew Tee might not expect to hear the sharp crack of gunfire, the rapid click of reloading we... |
12.03.2025 | Striking a chord: How one senior builds community | Listen
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Once a hawker selling rojak at Beauty World Food Centre, Mr Joo Yeow Sing never expected his path to take so many turns. After leaving the trade due to... |
05.03.2025 | Riding the tide: This breast cancer survivor steers her own course at 60 | Listen
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As dawn breaks on a Saturday morning, you’ll find Ms Irene Chui already gliding across Kallang Basin, leading three dragon boats filled with 60 paddler... |
17.02.2025 | Rethinking ageing: From caregiving to community and contribution | Listen
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Caring for an elderly loved one might not be on your radar right now, but it’s a role many of us will take on eventually. “Almost all of us in Singapor... |
12.02.2025 | 67 years and counting: A love story for the ages | Listen
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In filmmaker Jack Neo’s latest Chinese New Year movie, I Want To Be Boss, a heartfelt scene unfolds as couples gather in a church to renew their vows.
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05.02.2025 | Life on the track: Chasing personal bests at 80 | Listen
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At 80, Mr John Chua defies what it means to age conventionally. His lean frame races down the running track, showing that staying active and chasing go... |
27.01.2025 | Defying gravity: This senior spins a new narrative with pole dancing | Listen
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By day, 67-year-old Tan Li Leng is the picture of corporate professionalism, clad in sharp office attire. But when the workday ends, she does a 180 – s... |
22.01.2025 | A lifelong passion: Staying energised through work and art | New: You can now listen to articles.
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For most, the thought of starting work before 6.30am might feel like a chore. But for 77-year-old Jane Goh, it brings a deep sense of purpose. “Perhaps it’s my love... |
15.01.2025 | A jumpstart to wellness: Building strength and community through fitness | Listen
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The owner of a transportation business, Mr Jeffrey Ng, 65, routinely lifts and moves heavy objects – tasks that many his age would avoid. His stamina a... |
08.01.2025 | The NRIC Dilemma: Security, Transparency, and Accountability in Singapore | In Singapore, the National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) is more than just a piece of identification. It’s a symbol of trust, security, and national identity. However, recent discussions in Parliament have cast a shadow over its sanctit... |
08.01.2025 | The NRIC Dilemma: Security, Trust, and the Path Forward | In the digital age, identity is currency. The National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) in Singapore serves as a vital key to access services, authenticate identities, and verify personal information. However, recent events have thrown thi... |
08.01.2025 | The NRIC Dilemma: A Call for Change in Singapore's Digital Landscape | In the digital age, identity is currency. The National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) in Singapore serves as a vital key to accessing services and information. However, its misuse has sparked a heated debate among lawmakers and citizens ... |
08.01.2025 | The Sound of Silence: How Noise Pollution Erodes Our Mental Health | In a world filled with noise, silence is a rare gem. The constant hum of traffic, the blaring of televisions, and the cacophony of daily life can wear down even the strongest minds. Noise pollution is more than just an annoyance; it’s a sil... |
08.01.2025 | Smart Plugs: The Key to a Smarter Home and a Greener Future | In a world that spins faster every day, smart plugs are the unsung heroes of home automation. They are the tiny soldiers in the battle against energy waste and forgetfulness. Imagine a world where you can control your appliances with a tap ... |
08.01.2025 | Continuing to mask NRIC numbers would give ‘false sense of security’, says Josephine Teo in response to PAP MPs | Listen
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SINGAPORE: Continuing to use masked National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers would give Singaporeans a “false sense of security”, said Minist... |
08.01.2025 | A second act: Embracing purpose through nursing in later years | Listen
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For much of his career, Mr Khaider Khalid thrived in the fast-paced IT sector of the banking industry. But as he approached his late 50s, a series of s... |
14.11.2024 | The Fragile Threads of Life and Community: A Reflection on Recent Events | Life is a delicate tapestry. Each thread represents a story, a connection, a moment. Recently, two starkly different narratives emerged from the heart of Asia, both echoing the fragility of existence and the complexities of community. One t... |
12.11.2024 | New government unit to resolve neighbour disputes not intended as ‘first responder’ for all cases: Edwin Tong | Listen to this article
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SINGAPORE: A new governme... |
18.10.2024 | Never talked about end-of-life plans with your parents? Here's why you should start | At the start of the year, my grandmother was unexpectedly hospitalised after a sudden bout of illness. Her hospitalisation took us by surprise, because she had never mentioned feeling unwell previously.
Thankfully, she made a full recovery,... |
01.10.2024 | AIC’s Break the Silver Ceiling campaign redefines ageing one photo at a time | SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 October 2024 – The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) unveiled its “Break the Silver Ceiling: One Photo at a Time” Exhibition today at Our Tampines Hub. Held in conjunction with the International Day of... |
13.09.2024 | 'Ideal candidate': FAS names ex-Lion City Sailors CEO Chew Chun-Liang as new general secretary | Listen to this article
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09.09.2024 | The Weight of Care: Understanding Caregiver Burnout Among Women | In the tapestry of family life, women often weave the threads of caregiving. They are the unsung heroes, tending to the needs of aging parents, sick relatives, and children. Yet, this noble role comes at a steep price. Caregiver burnout is ... |
05.09.2024 | Caregiver burnout: How women can cope with the fatigue and the impact to their finances | New: You can now listen to articles.
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The responsibility for caregiving in a family, whether for aged parents or a sick family member, tends to fall on the woman, whether she’s single or married.
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24.05.2024 | Flexi-work guidelines not enough to return to the labour force, caregivers say | Listen to this article
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12.04.2024 | 'Age will never stop me': This 74-year-old has cared for her Telok Blangah neighbours for almost 20 years | Listen to this article
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28.01.2024 | AIC’s Break the Silver Ceiling campaign drew support from over 700 | SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 January 2024 – In a show of unity and support for the Agency for Integrated Care’s (AIC) “Break the Silver Ceiling” campaign, over 700 participants gathered along scenic Punggol Waterfront at 7am thi... |
09.01.2024 | AIC Breaks the Silver Ceiling with bold new campaign | New campaign seeks to redefine ageing in today’s terms
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2024 – The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) has kicked off a campaign to challenge societal norms and perceptions surrounding ageing. Run... |
01.11.2023 | Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) pays tribute to the Community Care sector | Three satellite events held across Singapore to commemorate Community Care Day 2023
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 1 November 2023 – The Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) is pleased to commemorate Community Care Day with a series of events aim... |
01.04.2023 | Think hearing aids are only for the elderly? Here’s why you may need them as early as in your 30s | When it comes to hearing aids, many of us associate these devices with elderly grandparents and, by extension, a sign of old age and vulnerability. As did Soh Lee Lee.
The 29-year-old was first fitted with hearing aids in both ears about ei... |
23.09.2022 | The Enabling Festival 2022 (賦智生活节) opens for the fifth year, aims to support a dementia-friendly Singapore through The Power of Touch | SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 23 September 2022 – The Enabling Festival 2022 opens on 23 September 2022 at National Gallery Singapore, with the key programme focus on the theme of Touch. COVID-19 has created a world of isolation and disrupte... |
- | High number of patients at hospital emergency departments, most did not require emergency care: MOH | SINGAPORE: Hospital emergency departments are currently seeing a high number of patients resulting in long queues and waiting times, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Sunday (Feb 6).
Most of these patients did not require emergency care,... |