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Have red flags and icks ruined the way we date in Singapore?

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Straits Times Singapore 18h ago research
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Research shows that some people in relationships may not have a better quality of
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Anthropic looks to set up shop in S’pore, fill roles from finance to product support

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Straits Times Singapore 22h ago research
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A regional research economist based here can expect to receive an annual salary of over $300,000.
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AI solution to make neighbourhoods safe for seniors among projects at new urban planning exhibition

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Straits Times Singapore 1d ago research
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Singapore-ETH Centre's BE-FIT study uses AI, sensors, and robots to analyse neighbourhood design's effect on older adults' fall risks for safer urban planning, and is one project on display at URA's "AI for Cities" exhibition.
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New centre to research better fish feed to help local farms increase yield

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Straits Times Singapore 1d ago research
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Aquaculture research programme AquaPolis Programme will also get a top-up of $6.3 million.
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Decade-long study reveals Indonesia as a haven for world’s biggest shark

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Straits Times Singapore 4d ago research
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Researchers are working to establish Indonesia's first marine protected area for whale sharks.
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A predictor of a good social life? Your parents

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Straits Times Singapore 4d ago research
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A study found that stronger family bonds during adolescence meant a better social life later on.
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Top Vietnam leader visits technology, rail test facilities in Singapore

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VnExpress International 5d ago research
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Vietnam's Party General Secretary and State President To Lam on May 30 visited the Singaporean Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)’s Model Factory and the Singapore Rail Test Center as part of his state visit to Singapore.
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Fatty liver genes combined with diabetes, obesity raise liver cancer risk: Study

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NUS Newsroom 8d ago research
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The Straits Times, 27 May 2026, Singapore, pA13 Tamil Murasu, 27 May 2026, p10
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NUS research on hybrid coastal protection to safeguard Singapore from rising sea levels

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NUS Newsroom 9d ago research
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In this series, NUS News explores how NUS is accelerating sustainability research and education in response to climate change challenges, and harnessing the knowledge and creativity of our people to pave the way to a greener future for…
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Era of truth decay, rise of echo chambers a challenge for Singapore courts: Chief Justice Menon

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Straits Times Singapore 10d ago research
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That is why it is critical that people believe the courts make decisions based on evidence, he said.
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Fatty liver genes combined with diabetes and obesity increase liver cancer risk: S’pore study

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Straits Times Singapore 10d ago research
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Men with a beer gut also face a higher risk of having the most common type of primary liver cancer.
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Use Singlish at work? ‘Can lah,’ say more people in S’pore, according to study

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Straits Times Singapore 10d ago research
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More than half of the people in the study said that Singlish gives Singaporeans a sense of identity.
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KTPH’s geriatric ward helps patients go home earlier

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Straits Times Singapore 13d ago research
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A study showed that the average length of stay fell from 7.3 days to 5.4 days.
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AI pioneer calls for digital trails and clearer accountability for AI agents

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Straits Times Singapore 13d ago research
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Yoshua Bengio is also contributing to discussions for the Singapore Consensus on Global AI Safety Research Priorities.
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Malaysia urged to tighten maritime waste controls as traffic through Strait of Melaka grows

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Malay Mail Education 14d ago research
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KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 — The head of a waste management consultancy has warned that Malaysia must impose a stricter maritime waste management system to protect the Strait of Melaka from environmental pollution, as shipping traffic is set to…
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Study finds paternity leave has no impact on Singapore couples’ decisions to have more children

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Straits Times Singapore 14d ago research
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Singapore’s findings differ from places like Nordic countries, which generally have a much longer parental leave period.
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White paper on fertility to draw on research and propose ways to support marriage and parenthood

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Straits Times Singapore 14d ago research
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Financial cost and anticipated stress are the top two barriers to having children here, said Ms Indranee Rajah.
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Blood markers may help predict psychosis in at-risk Asian youth: IMH-NTU study

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Straits Times Singapore 15d ago research
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This could one day allow doctors to intervene in the development stage, before the onset of psychosis.
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Protein powders and pre-workout supplements – are you getting what you paid for?

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CNA Singapore 16d ago research
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Find out how to separate evidence-based supplements from marketing gimmicks, and why checking labels matters more than viral social media recommendations.
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Science Centre Singapore to debut immersive ocean exhibition One Ocean: Every Action Ripples

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CNA Singapore 16d ago research
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The world-first exhibition at Science Centre Singapore will use 360-degree projections, virtual reality and interactive installations to bring two decades of ocean research to life.
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NUS team launches open-access tool to decode DNA change patterns in breast cancer

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NUS Newsroom 17d ago research
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A study led by Dr Jason Pitt, Principal Investigator at the Cancer Science Institute of Singapore (CSI Singapore) , has identified eight new "signatures" of DNA patterns (gains and/or losses) in breast cancer. By analysing nearly 2,800…
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Mouth-watering drinks, punches hit taste buds at Karachi beverage fest

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Dawn Pakistan 18d ago research
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Two student chefs prepare to showcase a pineapple and peach drink ahead of the judges’ arrival. —Fahim Siddiqi / White Star KARACHI: A drinks show at the Wok Hei restaurant on Saturday was a unique opportunity to beat the heat by tasting…
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NUS study finds photosynthesis could treat dry eye disease

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Straits Times Singapore 18d ago research
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The team engineered particles producing compounds which tackle dry eye disease when exposed to ambient light sources.
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Suburban malls gear up for grey market as more seniors make them social hubs

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Straits Times Singapore 18d ago research
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Suburban malls maintain older adults’ routines and social connections, according to a joint study.
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Singapore youth aware of falling birth rate, study finds, but 40% in ‘no rush’ to marry

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Straits Times Singapore 19d ago research
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A quarter remain undecided, according to the study by youth non-profit Heartware Network.
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Marine life affected by 2024 Pasir Panjang oil spill showing signs of recovery

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Straits Times Singapore 19d ago research
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A study found that the amount of oil in the sediment of affected areas has reduced since the 2024 oil spill.
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S'pore to run clinical studies on multi-cancer early detection tests; tackle cancers linked to diabetes, obesity

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Straits Times Singapore 22d ago research
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The two studies were launched by the Research Institute for Cancer Prevention, Screening and Early Detection on May 13
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About 1,000 motorists to experience full range of ERP2 on-board unit features as part of study

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CNA Singapore 23d ago research
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LTA will also be testing five different combinations of road signs and markings across four expressways and an arterial road from Jun 1 to Jul 31 as visual cues for ERP charging locations.
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Lack of social capital a barrier for Malay community despite signs of rising educational mobility: Study

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Straits Times Singapore 23d ago research
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Some respondents said they “felt they had to work harder to prove their competence”.
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TCM tuina therapy as effective as physiotherapy for short-term relief of lower back pain: SGH study

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Straits Times Singapore 23d ago research
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But physiotherapy offers better functional recovery over the longer term.
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No magic ratio between study and play

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Straits Times Singapore 26d ago research
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Play and relaxation are also vital for them to perform well.
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IMH launches third nationwide survey to assess national mental health

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Straits Times Singapore 27d ago research
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The Singapore Mental Health Study will be expanded to cover younger demographics and eating disorders.
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Johor to trial Jalan Skudai contraflow lane ahead of RTS Link launch in 2027

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Malay Mail Education 29d ago research
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ISKANDAR PUTERI, May 5 — A contraflow lane will be implemented along the Senai-Johor Bahru corridor, particularly Jalan Skudai, to address critical traffic congestion following the commencement of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit…
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Singapore study to examine impact of parents’ sensitivity and responsiveness to kids’ needs

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Straits Times Singapore 31d ago research
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The study on sensitive care giving aims to recruit 624 families.
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How heat-proof is your home? Nearly half of over 400 HDB flats are warmer than outdoors: Study

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Straits Times Singapore 32d ago research
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Around 10 per cent of homes were up to 5 deg C hotter that the outside, based on the heat index.
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No indication of AI displacing jobs widely, as firms using AI see productivity gains: MOM report

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CNA Singapore 35d ago research
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Early evidence suggests AI is complementing rather than displacing labour in Singapore, though AI adoption at work still remains low.
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Doctors warn of hidden cancer risks, but urge caution over excessive or unproven tests

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CNA Singapore 35d ago research
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Doctors recommend following evidence-backed methods such as the health ministry's recommended cancer screening programmes for various age groups and genders.
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EMA to study feasibility of geothermal energy deployment in Singapore

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CNA Singapore 37d ago research
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The study will build on an ongoing nationwide non-invasive geophysical survey that EMA said it commissioned in 2024 to identify areas in Singapore with the potential presence of geothermal energy.
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S’pore to study feasibility of tapping geothermal energy to generate electricity

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Straits Times Singapore 37d ago research
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The study will assess the technical, environmental and commercial feasibility of deploying next-generation geothermal systems.
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Study reveals untapped potential of coral reefs as nature’s pharmacy

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Straits Times Singapore 39d ago research
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Scientists discovered the micro-organisms can potentially contribute to medical research.
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Six-year study to protect Singapore’s south-west coast from rising seas to start in 2026

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Straits Times Singapore 39d ago research
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The study will cover 116km of coastline from Tuas to Pasir Panjang, and will be PUB’s largest coastal study to date.
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