Why can’t Singapore’s anti-haze law get Indonesian companies to stop the fires?
Diplomacy might be the best way forward when it comes to dealing with the haze.
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · As published by Straits Times — Singapore · · 1 min read
Diplomacy might be the best way forward when it comes to dealing with the haze.

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The 41-year-old matches the silver she earned at the last edition of the Games in Hangzhou, China.
CNA — Latest · Oct 22, 2026
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At 3pm, the 24-hour PSI ranged from 71 to 99 across all regions.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026

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A typical head of iceberg lettuce from Malaysia is now about 50 per cent smaller than usual, says a wholesaler.
CNA — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026

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Singaporeans who did not collect masks in the first round can pick up both batches at once from community clubs.
CNA — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026
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The retrofitted aircraft for long-haul flights will begin service from 2027.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026
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The masks can be collected from community clubs, vending machines and other venues.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026

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Despite his daughter's encouragement to retire, the 86-year-old says he intends to continue working for as long as he can, now with assistants helping him handle the more physically demanding tasks....
CNA — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026
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The Miss Universe Singapore Organisation said that it acknowledges and fully supports the official decision.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026

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The Ministry of Health is also drawing up guidelines to clarify parental consent requirements for young people seeking mental health support.
CNA — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026

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Summary A 37-year-old private-hire driver suffered a serious stroke in September 2026 after working more than 14 hours daily. Doctors at Tan Tock Seng Hospital linked his stroke to high blood pressure, with high cholesterol, obesity and smoking adding to his risks. The hospital p...
The Independent Singapore · Oct 22, 2026
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Grow Well SG will be extended to Secondary 1 and 2 students at 20 schools early in 2027.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026
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Despite having a strong egalitarian culture, Sweden has entrepreneurs who set ambitious goals, he said.
Straits Times — Singapore · Oct 22, 2026