Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Aug 10
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Tuesday, Aug 10.
Recovered individuals still need pre-event Covid-19 test exemption from a clinic to dine in: MOH
Singapore kicks off differentiated community measures based on vaccination status from Tuesday.
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S’pore residents can walk in for Covid-19 jabs at 37 vaccination centres from Aug 10 without appointment
This applies to all Singaporeans, permanent residents and long-term pass holders.
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Covid-19 cluster at an NKF dialysis centre; 10 patients in ICU
The last time the number of ICU cases reached the double digits was in May 2020.
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Singapore marks 56th birthday with 600-strong ceremonial parade at Marina Bay
Monday’s parade takes place as 70 per cent of the population is fully vaccinated, and a day before some restrictions are eased.
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Acting now will mean a safer future, leaders and experts say in reaction to IPCC climate report
Report predicts more dangerous future, especially for the poorest and most vulnerable.
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Malaysian singer Siti Sarah dies of Covid-19 three days after giving birth
The singer, 36, had to undergo an emergency caesarean section to save her baby boy.
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If Singapore’s Merlion were real
With a head of a lion and tail of a fish, what might its anatomy be like? Here’s a look at the unique creature.
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Laws to tackle workplace discrimination in Singapore cannot be too rigid: Experts
If it is, there may be unintended consequences like deterring firms from setting up shop here and creating good jobs for locals.
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S’pore’s travel booking platforms gain second wind
People in Singapore are on a quest for new activities – and these booking platforms plan to deliver.
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Lack of awareness of what should go into e-waste bins in Singapore
A breast pump, children’s toys and a handheld massager are some items that have been found in e-waste bins here.
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