PM Wong to visit Qatar, UAE from Oct 18 to 22
This is PM Wong’s first trip to the Middle East as the head of government.
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · As published by Straits Times — Singapore · · 1 min read
This is PM Wong’s first trip to the Middle East as the head of government.

Local
As PSI levels surged into the “very unhealthy” range across Singapore on Oct 16, drag the slider to compare clear city skies with views shrouded in dense haze....
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
business
The visits will provide an opportunity for Singapore to exchange views on recent developments in the region and strengthen cooperation with both countries in areas of mutual interest, such as in energy security and economic resilience, said the PMO....
CNA — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
safety
It is not clear how or why the woman’s body was found at a different location from the accident site.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
safety
SCDF conveyed the unconscious 69-year-old male to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where he subsequently died.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
Local
This comes as Singapore has exceeded its original target of having 200ha of skyrise greenery by 2030.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

safety
SINGAPORE: A man with dementia was targeted by scammers twice within a year, as reported by his wife, who was smart enough to catch the crime. Case details revealed that the man received two suspicious calls involving life insurance policies within a year. As shared by his 70-yea...
The Independent Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
Local
The move is part of a broader push to explore integrative medicine.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

business
Summary Ubisoft plans to cut 70 jobs in Singapore and shut its RedLynx studio in Finland as part of efforts to restore profits. The Creative Media and Publishing Union is contacting affected members and offering career advice and job-matching help through the National Trades Unio...
The Independent Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
schools
These parents are choosing to keep their children happy and not pressure them to excel academically.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
schools
The proportion of parents who reported arguing with their spouses over their children’s education rose to 60% from 43% in 2016.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
News
There is no need to replace N95 masks every day when using them for protection against the haze, an expert said.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
business
Rising affluence coupled with economic uncertainty have a part to play.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026