Singapore haze: PM2.5 readings climb into high band in four regions
NEA warned of a continued risk of severe transboundary haze, with dry conditions expected to persist in parts of the southern ASEAN region over the coming days.
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · As published by CNA — Singapore · · 1 min read
NEA warned of a continued risk of severe transboundary haze, with dry conditions expected to persist in parts of the southern ASEAN region over the coming days.

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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
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The move is part of a broader push to explore integrative medicine.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

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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
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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
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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
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These parents are choosing to keep their children happy and not pressure them to excel academically.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
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Like many rare genetic disorders, Jarren Ng’s condition has no cure.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
business
Rising affluence coupled with economic uncertainty have a part to play.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

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SINGAPORE: A man from the United States who had a history of not paying landlords in Singapore has been ordered by a judge to pay S$17,031.98 for legal costs and expenses alone. Under a shell company, Anthony Thomas Price had rented a semi-detached house at Lengkong Dua from a Si...
The Independent Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

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CNA — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026
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He said that countries in the region should work together to develop measures to tackle the fires.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026

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Several other outdoor events have already been called off or rescheduled because of the haze, including the Great Eastern Women's Run and the Purple Parade....
CNA — Singapore · Oct 17, 2026