Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today.
1. Govt quality, capability will distinguish successful nations from others: Chan Chun Sing
In a more volatile and contested environment today, countries like Singapore and Vietnam — that have benefited from an open and rules-based international order — will need to ensure the quality and capability of its Government, said Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing... » READ MORE
2. What's the point? Viral video of 'aunties' dancing in Chinatown leaves netizens divided
They may look like aunties you see in Chinatown, but they certainly don't move like them.
A video of a dance troupe has gone viral after they were seen dancing with vigour inside a restaurant in Chinatown, according to a TikTok video uploaded by user Miaomiaoer422 on Sunday (Aug 23)... » READ MORE
3. Zhao Lusi casts father in drama, netizens say he resembles Huang Xiaoming
Chinese actress Zhao Lusi, also known as Rosy Zhao, is taking a step back from the spotlight and letting her father take his chances.
Lusi, who turns 28 in November, is the producer for her studio's upcoming short drama Sonder: I Am Not NPC and she cast her father Zhao Jun to play a general in the show... » READ MORE
4. PSI near unhealthy levels — how you can protect yourself from the haze
With Indonesia's Sumatra and Kalimantan battling wildfires over the past weeks, Singapore may be experiencing occasional periods of haze.
According to the National Environment Agency's haze microsite, the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) levels rose to 93 in Singapore's central region on Tuesday (Aug 25) noon... » READ MORE
