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Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 15, 2020
Singapore generated less waste in 2019, but recycling rate also fell: NEA
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SINGAPORE: The amount of waste generated in Singapore fell 6 per cent in 2019 compared to the previous year, but the overall recycling rate also fell, according to figures released by the National Environment Agency (NEA) on Wednesday (Apr 15). About 7.23 million tonnes of solid waste was generated last year compared to about 7.7
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 14, 2020
Singapore reports record 386 new COVID-19 cases and 9th death
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SINGAPORE: Singapore reported 386 new COVID-19 cases on Monday (Apr 13), taking the national total to 2,918. A 65-year-old male Singapore citizen also died from complications due to COVID-19 infection on Monday afternoon, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) in its daily update. Advertisement Advertisement He was confirmed to have COVID-19 infection on Apr 9. Khoo Teck
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 14, 2020
11 recovered COVID-19 patients in Singapore to donate blood for plasma therapy treatment
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SINGAPORE: Eleven people who have recovered from COVID-19 have been recruited to donate blood for a novel treatment of the coronavirus, said a director at Singapore’s National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID). In an email responding to CNA’s queries on Monday (Apr 13), clinical director Dr Shawn Vasoo said more than 100 patients who had
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 14, 2020
24 work pass holders barred from working in Singapore for flouting COVID-19 circuit breaker measures
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SINGAPORE: A total of 24 work pass holders have had their permits revoked and permanently barred from working in Singapore for breaking COVID-19 circuit breaker rules, said the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on Monday (Apr 13). The work pass holders were caught eating, drinking and gathering in groups in the vicinity of Tuas View Square, a factory-converted
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 14, 2020
Life at the Singapore Expo: A COVID-19 patient shares his experience in a community isolation facility
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SINGAPORE: The conditions are functional, the rooms are basic, but COVID-19 patient Matthew’s resolve is stronger than ever – he hopes to return home to his family as soon as possible. Matthew, a 24-year-old student who asked that his full name not be used, has been transferred around a number of locations – from a ward at the National
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 13, 2020
Necessary for Singapore to fast-track COVID-19 laws amid unprecedented situation: Lawyers
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SINGAPORE: In the past month, Singapore has fast-tracked a slew of regulations and laws aimed at limiting the number of COVID-19 cases, which crossed the 2,000 figure on Friday (Apr 10). Some of the measures are also designed to help cushion the financial impact of the global pandemic on local businesses and members of the
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 13, 2020
COVID-19: Elderly woman dies alone in Malaysian house, family in Singapore struggles with funeral arrangements
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SINGAPORE: A family with roots in both Singapore and Malaysia found itself at a loss after its adopted grand-aunt died alone in its Johor Bahru house over the weekend. The family shares homes across the border, but was in Singapore when Malaysia imposed its Movement Control Order (MCO) on Mar 18, closing schools and non-essential businesses. People
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 13, 2020
233 new COVID-19 cases in Singapore, 7 new clusters including MBS restaurant and McDonald’s
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SINGAPORE: Singapore reported 233 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday (Apr 12), taking its total number of cases to 2,532. Of the new cases, 51 are linked to known clusters while 15 are linked to earlier cases, said the Ministry of Health (MOH) in its daily update. Advertisement Advertisement The remaining 167 cases are pending contact
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 12, 2020
Five McDonald’s Singapore employees diagnosed with COVID-19, 4 outlets closed until further notice
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SINGAPORE: Five McDonald’s employees have been diagnosed with COVID-19, said the fast food chain in a press release on Sunday (Apr 12). The employees worked at outlets in Lido, Forum Galleria, Parklane and Geylang East Central, which have been deep-cleaned and closed until further notice. Advertisement Advertisement All other employees working at the four outlets have
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 12, 2020
Singapore reports 8th death linked to COVID-19, 191 new cases
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SINGAPORE: Singapore reported 191 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday (Apr 11), taking the total number of cases to 2,299. Case 1142, a 90-year-old Singaporean man, died from complications due to COVID-19 infection on Saturday morning. Advertisement Advertisement He was confirmed to have COVID-19 infection on Apr 3 and was admitted to the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID)
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 12, 2020
Circuit breaker classes: Yoga, tuition and gyms move online as Singapore gets used to operating in virtual worlds
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SINGAPORE: Armed with a large iPad, a laptop and a large monitor screen, over 40 tuition teachers with Raymond’s Maths & Science Studio press on with their regular lessons amid the COVID-19 outbreak. Although the lessons are held at the same time on the same day as before, all of the teachers now tutor remotely
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 11, 2020
All beaches in Singapore closed as part of tougher COVID-19 measures: Lawrence Wong
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SINGAPORE: All beaches in Singapore will be closed as part of efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in the country. The move was announced by National Development Minister Lawrence Wong in a Facebook post on Saturday (Apr 11). “In theory, we could keep most places open, so long as safe distancing measures are strictly adhered to.
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 11, 2020
Stay home for Singapore web portal with resources for circuit breaker period launched
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SINGAPORE: A web portal with resources for people staying at home during the COVID-19 circuit breaker period has been launched. “We are bringing in a whole community of resources from across Government and the people movement together, for you and your family,” said Minister for Social and Family Development Desmond Lee in a Facebook post on
Written by Gabriel HerveyApril 11, 2020
Singapore reports 198 new COVID-19 cases; second death from Lee Ah Mooi Old Age Home cluster
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SINGAPORE: Singapore reported another death linked to COVID-19 and 198 new cases on Friday (Apr 10), taking the total number of cases to 2,108. An 86-year-old Singapore woman died from complications due to COVID-19 infection on Thursday night, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said. Advertisement Advertisement “She was admitted to the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) on
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