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NEA issues notices to 10 Singapore-based firms for first time under haze law

NEA issues notices to 10 Singapore-based firms for first time under haze law

The notices are an important next step in establishing the facts and gathering the evidence to determine whether companies have contributed to the haze, says Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu.

23/10/2026

Nearly 240 migrant workers unpaid for up to two months, NTUC providing assistance

Nearly 240 migrant workers unpaid for up to two months, NTUC providing assistance

23/10/2026

Upper Bukit Timah Canal upgrade completed, boosting flood resilience with 30% more capacity

Upper Bukit Timah Canal upgrade completed, boosting flood resilience with 30% more capacity

23/10/2026

MSF looks to double regular volunteer pool by 2030 to tackle complex social needs: Masagos

MSF looks to double regular volunteer pool by 2030 to tackle complex social needs: Masagos

23/10/2026

Singapore to set up specialist panel to investigate firms potentially linked to transboundary haze

The specialist panel will comprise law firms, audit firms and investigative firms with expertise in conducting cross-border inquiries and investigations, says the Ministry of Law.

23/10/2026

Singapore haze: Air quality in west and central hits unhealthy range as PM2.5 readings rise islandwide

The National Environment Agency warned on Friday morning that the risk of severe transboundary haze remained, with widespread hotspots detected in southern Kalimantan and Sumatra.

23/10/2026

Why is Indonesia facing a rare MSCI downgrade and what's at stake?

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Why is Indonesia facing a rare MSCI downgrade and what's at stake?

23/10/2026

Taiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Champi, nearly 1,000 flights cancelled

Taiwan shuts down ahead of Typhoon Champi, nearly 1,000 flights cancelled

23/10/2026

Japan to change tax-free shopping rules for tourists from Nov 1

Japan to change tax-free shopping rules for tourists from Nov 1

23/10/2026

Making inclusive hiring work: What Singapore SMEs have learnt

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Small adjustments, big impact: Helping persons with disabilities thrive in the workplace

23/10/2026

Nearly 240 migrant workers unpaid for up to two months, NTUC providing assistance

Nearly 240 migrant workers unpaid for up to two months, NTUC providing assistance

23/10/2026

Upper Bukit Timah Canal upgrade completed, boosting flood resilience with 30% more capacity

Upper Bukit Timah Canal upgrade completed, boosting flood resilience with 30% more capacity

23/10/2026

MSF looks to double regular volunteer pool by 2030 to tackle complex social needs: Masagos

MSF looks to double regular volunteer pool by 2030 to tackle complex social needs: Masagos

23/10/2026

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120-million-year-old dinosaur footprints discovered in Thailand

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Singapore’s Toh Wei Soong ends Asian Para Games campaign with two silvers, three bronzes

Singapore’s Toh Wei Soong ends Asian Para Games campaign with two silvers, three bronzes

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OCBC internet and mobile banking services restored after four-hour disruption

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Serial voyeur jailed again for taking upskirt videos, warned he could face caning next time

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Malaysia opposition bloc PN survives deregistration for now, but internal rifts cloud political future: Analysts

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Podcasts

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Can Japan stop bear attacks without culling?

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Deep Dive - Making companies behind the haze pay: Can Singapore succeed?

Making companies behind the haze pay: Can Singapore succeed?

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Haze skincare tips: How to protect your skin from dryness, irritation and breakouts

Haze skincare tips: How to protect your skin from dryness, irritation and breakouts

23/10/2026

Meet Yang Yan: The rising Singaporean star putting his best foot forward

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23/10/2026

Actor Nick Teo opens up about decision to donate stem cells: 'You could be someone's hope'

Actor Nick Teo opens up about decision to donate stem cells: 'You could be someone's hope'

23/10/2026

Singapore Book Street to feature over 1,200 SingLit titles, poetry performances, stamp rally and more

Singapore Book Street to feature over 1,200 SingLit titles, poetry performances, stamp rally and more

23/10/2026

From zapin to traditional houses: What to expect at Malay Heritage Centre's first Teroka Nusantara Festival

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23/10/2026

Apple iPhone Duo hands-on: So what do you get for S$3,099?

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22/10/2026

Miss Universe Singapore Vion Erico Tan will not compete in global beauty pageant in Puerto Rico

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23/10/2026

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23/10/2026

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22/10/2026

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22/10/2026

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23/10/2026

Any shake-up of the P1 registration system would entail bold and difficult changes. Would parents be ready for it?

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23/10/2026

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18/10/2026

Three years on, we're divorced but still go on holidays and raise our children together

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17/10/2026

Taxi and ride-hailing fares have surged nearly 50% in 5 years – what does this mean for commuters?

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