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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 weeks of hazy conditions. At 6 p.m., PM2.5 readings across Singapore's five regions ranged from 28 to 40, while the 24-hour...

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 to safely engage in outdoor activities once again. The improvement was particularly noted in the western region of Singapore, which was...

Singapore PM Lawrence Wong Begins Official Visit to Qatar

Singapore's Prime Minister and Finance Minister, Lawrence Wong, arrived in Doha, Qatar, on Sunday for an official visit. He was welcomed at Hamad International...

Singapore President Tharman’s State Visit to Sweden Strengthens Bilateral Ties

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam is embarking on a five-day state visit to Sweden from October 17 to 21, with the objective of bolstering diplomatic,...

Easterly Winds Bring Flood and Landslide Risks to Southern Luzon

Heavy rains are forecasted to affect several areas in southern Luzon, Philippines, as easterly winds bring moist air from the Pacific Ocean. Residents in...

Philippines Announces Special Non-Working Days in October for Local Events

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced a series of special non-working days across various regions in the Philippines throughout October. These declarations are intended...

Singapore Faces Unhealthy Air Quality Due to Persistent Haze from Indonesia

Air quality in Singapore continues to pose health concerns as haze blankets the island, keeping pollution levels within the unhealthy range. As of October...

China Warns Philippines Over Actions in Disputed South China Sea Area

China has called on the Philippines to halt activities it deems provocative in the South China Sea, emphasizing that its coast guard will persist...

Qatar, Singapore Actively Work to Enhance Bilateral Relations

Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defence Affairs, Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, engaged in discussions...

UN Reveals Worldwide Heat Resilience Plan at Singapore Event

The United Nations has revealed a Global Heat Resilience Roadmap aimed at assisting countries in tackling the growing threat of extreme heat, as announced...

Singapore, Thailand Enhance Relations Before Back-to-Back ASEAN Leaderships

Singapore and Thailand have committed to enhancing their bilateral and regional collaboration, as both nations are set to assume the ASEAN chairmanship in successive...

Maldivian President Welcomes Saudi Minister in Male for Official Talks

During an official visit to the Maldives, Saudi Minister of State Prince Dr. Mansour bin Mutaib bin Abdulaziz engaged in discussions with Maldivian President...

Singapore Unveils New Combat Vessel, Set for 2028 Deployment

The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has made significant strides in its naval modernization efforts with the recent launch of its second Multi-Role Combat...

SM Lee Strengthens Singapore-Brunei Ties in High-Level Meeting

During a visit to Brunei, Singapore's Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah reaffirmed their dedication to enhancing the nations' bilateral...