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Singapore’s Air Quality Returns to Normal as PM2.5 Levels Improve

Air quality in Singapore saw improvement on October 26, as hourly PM2.5 readings returned to the normal range and the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) stayed within the good-to-moderate band across the island. This change comes as a relief to residents who have faced...

Singapore Air Quality Returns to Moderate Range After 18 Days of Haze

Singapore's air quality has improved, moving back into the good-to-moderate range on October 22, after enduring 18 days of unhealthy conditions due to haze. By 3 p.m., the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) readings across the island were between 71 and 99, allowing residents...

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Marcos Jr.’s Approval Steady at 18%, Trust Rating Slightly Increases

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s approval rating held steady at 18% in the third quarter of 2023, according to a Publicus Asia survey conducted from October 1 to 4. However, his trust rating saw a marginal increase, rising by one percentage point to 13%. Vice President Sara Duterte experienced a slight uptick in her approval rating, which increased from 28% to 29%, while her trust...

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Philippines to Address Chinese Ambassador’s Remarks on Maritime Conflict Concerns

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced plans to summon Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan for a meeting following remarks perceived as a threat regarding the ongoing...

Philippines’ Marcos Warns of Rising Tensions After China Blocks Medical Evacuation

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has issued a warning about a potential escalation in the West Philippine Sea following reports that Chinese personnel obstructed a...

Singapore PM Wong Advocates Disciplined Policy for Economic Challenges

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has emphasized the need for disciplined government action in response to the challenges posed by artificial intelligence, global uncertainty, and...

Technology

Singapore Advocates for Global Regulation of Cutting-Edge AI Technologies

Singapore has joined the European Union and 19 other countries in a collective call for enhanced global oversight and safety regulations concerning frontier artificial intelligence...

Singapore Collaborates with Online Platforms to Swiftly Tackle Digital Threats

The Singapore Government is collaborating with major online platforms to expedite responses to harmful online content, as announced by Law Minister Edwin Tong. The initiative...

Singapore, Luxembourg Strengthen Ties in Quantum Tech, AI, and Space Exploration

Singapore and Luxembourg are enhancing their collaboration in the fields of emerging technologies such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, as well as space and satellite...

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Canada Ends England’s 41-Match Unbeaten Streak with 24-21 Rugby Win

Canada delivered a stunning 24-21 victory over England in a WXV women’s rugby international match in Toronto, putting an end to the Red Roses' remarkable 41-game unbeaten run. The match, held at BMO Field in front of a record crowd of 18,621, marked a significant moment for Canadian women's rugby and served as a form of redemption following England's triumph over Canada in last...

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