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Commentary: Crux of NRIC debate isn't future misuse of identification numbers but current poor practices by organisations

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The government’s announcement that NRIC numbers shouldn't be viewed as sensitive information has caused a stir – but what’s behind it? The key is to differentiate between identification and authentication, says Professor Hannah Yee-Fen Lim, an expert in technology and law.

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Pop icon Dua Lipa recommends 5 must-try food spots in S'pore

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Yums.

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FAS to provide free transport for football fans to S'pore-M'sia match in KL on Dec. 20, 2024

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It is a round-trip bus service between Jalan Besar Stadium in Singapore and Bukit Jalil Stadium in Malaysia.

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Honda & Nissan discussing potential merger that would form world's 3rd largest car company: Reports

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A potential merger will likely involve Mitsubishi Motors as well.

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How a local startup was supported by Huawei and SBS Transit to help deaf S'poreans navigate MRT stations better

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Many hands make light work.

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34 motorists, aged 24 to 63, to be charged on Dec. 19 for drink driving

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Two were repeat offenders, while two other motorists had left their cars in a way that inconvenienced others.

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Man allegedly 'hypnotised' by woman carrying child at Genting Highlands, snapped out of it when family intervened

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The man apparently went into a trance-like state and followed the woman's request without question.

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S'porean woman leaves jewellery worth S$30,000 in JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok, checks out, returns 30 mins later, but items gone

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The couple said they found the hotel staff's behaviour suspicious.

59 workers, including 25 from Yeo’s, to be laid off due to Oatly Singapore plant closure

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From straitstimes.com

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The 25 employees from Yeo’s are among 41 directly involved in the manufacturing operations of Oatly. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Thailand bus driver struggles with elderly passenger's non-stop farting

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Stinky situation.

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Domestic worker in S'pore, 51, loses job & gets work permit cancelled following cancer diagnosis

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Bhing Navato had also been providing for her mother and sister who was also diagnosed with cancer back in the Philippines.

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M'sian foreign minister caught smoking in no-smoking area, will be fined

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Mohamad acknowledge the offence, saying that he hoped the fine would not be too high.

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Dead rats seen in Hougang HDB estate, town council stepping up inspections

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The rat carcasses were seen in drains and roads in the estate.

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Man accused of murdering woman in Hougang held for psychiatric assessment

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Du Zaixing will be remanded for three weeks at Changi Prison's medical centre.

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Archbishop Emeritus Nicholas Chia's wake & funeral mass to be held from Dec. 18 to 21, 2024

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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong also paid their tributes.

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Yeo's lays off 25 employees after Oatly closes Singapore plant; 59 workers affected in total

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SINGAPORE: Food and beverage company Yeo’s will lay off 25 workers following Oatly's decision to close its Singapore plant. This is on top of the 34 Oatly employees in Singapore who will be affec

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M'sia police officer accused of showing woman lewd gestures at KL human rights protest

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He repeated the gesture a few times, the woman claimed.

MRT services on TEL back to normal after signal fault resolved

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From straitstimes.com

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SMRT first alerted the public to the delay on X at about 9.38am. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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Awesome Women of Singapore exhibition in the heartlands celebrates key women contributors to the nation

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The roving exhibition is now live at Woodlands Regional Library and will move to Ang Mo Kio Public Library and Tampines Regional Library in January and February 2025 respectively.

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Low-lying Singapore explores innovations to future-proof coastlines from rising sea levels

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These ideas have to be tested in real-world conditions to ensure they are practical and effective in tackling future storm surges, experts told CNA.

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SCDF responders face abuse and indifference on the job. Here’s how they keep saving the day

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When time is of the essence, SCDF emergency medical services (EMS) officers sometimes find themselves having to push through despite assault, vulgarities and road hogs. What keeps them going?

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FAS puts on free bus service to Kuala Lumpur for Singapore-Malaysia match

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SINGAPORE: Fans of the Lions can get a free bus ride to Kuala Lumpur for Friday’s (Dec 20) ASEAN football championship match between Singapore and Malaysia, said the Football Association of Singapore (FAS). The Lions will face their Causeway rivals at the Bukit Jalil Stadium as they hope to keep their AS

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CNA Explains: Who's to blame in accidents involving motorists and jaywalkers?

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Does it matter if the accident takes place at a signalised or unsignalised crossing? And are motorists held to higher standards?

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Are you lactose intolerant? Health experts explain how lactase supplements work to help you

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Miss the taste of real milk in your latte? Sad to pass up a cheeseboard? You can finally have your slice of dairy heaven and eat it, too, with these supplements. But you'll have to take them at the right time.

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Commentary: For maids to provide quality eldercare, employers must move past transactional relationships

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Foreign domestic workers are vital but underappreciated as caregivers in Singapore’s ageing society, says Kelvin Tan of Singapore University of Social Sciences.

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Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree to open in April 2025

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The resort will be located in Mandai Wildlife Reserve and overlook Upper Seletar Reservoir.