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Calista Wong

Calista joined The Straits Times as a breaking news reporter in 2025 after a stint at the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, where she wrote about biodiversity history. While she is passionate about environmental issues, she also has a strong interest in geek culture – and nothing is too niche to pique her curiosity. Got something to share? Just reach out.

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Passenger rescued after being trapped in lorry following accident in Woodlands

The lorry was believed to have skidded at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 6 and Woodlands Avenue 1.
The lorry was believed to have skidded at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 6 and Woodlands Avenue 1.

Cj Hendry’s Flower Market extended till June 15 due to ‘overwhelming demand’

The installation, held at the IMBA Theatre, features plush renditions of more than 30 varieties of flowers designed by Australia Hendry.
The installation, held at the IMBA Theatre, features plush renditions of more than 30 varieties of flowers designed by Australia Hendry.

Avoid Thomson Road stretch near Thomson Medical Centre due to risk of flash floods: PUB

National water agency PUB in a post on social media platform X at 11.21am alerted motorists to stay away from Thomson Road (Balestier Road to Novena Rise).
National water agency PUB in a post on social media platform X at 11.21am alerted motorists to stay away from Thomson Road (Balestier Road to Novena Rise).

Passengers can travel to more US cities on single ticket under SIA-Southwest Airlines tie-up

The partnership, which will connect places where the two airlines ply, will allow travellers to fly to nearly 120 destinations in the US.
The partnership, which will connect places where the two airlines ply, will allow travellers to fly to nearly 120 destinations in the US.

Final group of Singaporean haj pilgrims returns home

For the 2026 haj season, MUIS organised three coordinated direct flights between Saudi Arabia and Singapore for its 900 pilgrims. The first group of Singaporean haj pilgrims returned home on June 1.
For the 2026 haj season, MUIS organised three coordinated direct flights between Saudi Arabia and Singapore for its 900 pilgrims. The first group of Singaporean haj pilgrims returned home on June 1.

Singapore International Foundation to welcome new CEO from July 1

Wu Ye-Min (left), succeeding Corinna Chan (right), will bring with her 20 years of experience in diplomacy, sustainable development and developing opportunities for peace.
Wu Ye-Min (left), succeeding Corinna Chan (right), will bring with her 20 years of experience in diplomacy, sustainable development and developing opportunities for peace.

Venus, Jupiter gather for ‘cosmic kiss’ in celestial phenomenon

This phenomenon will peak on the evenings of June 8 and June 9, according to National Geographic, when the planets will be bright enough to appear soon after sunset.
This phenomenon will peak on the evenings of June 8 and June 9, according to National Geographic, when the planets will be bright enough to appear soon after sunset.

Lower HDB, URA season parking fees for some commercial vehicles from Aug 1

Monthly rates for commercial vehicles with unladen weight of 1,801kg to 2,000kg will be reduced to $80 to $110 per month at HDB car parks for the resident’s first vehicle, and $90 per month at URA car parks for all vehicles.
Monthly rates for commercial vehicles with unladen weight of 1,801kg to 2,000kg will be reduced to $80 to $110 per month at HDB car parks for the resident’s first vehicle, and $90 per month at URA car parks for all vehicles.

Marina operations at Sentosa Cove resume after fire partially sinks luxury yacht

The cause of the fire remains under investigations.
The cause of the fire remains under investigations.

Upcoming renaissance fair reimagines Singapore’s history with a blend of local folklore and fantasy

Themed “A Symphony of Land and Sea”, Lion City Faire reimagines Singapore’s past as a port settlement through performances, activities and workshops that blend local folklore and fairytales.
Themed “A Symphony of Land and Sea”, Lion City Faire reimagines Singapore’s past as a port settlement through performances, activities and workshops that blend local folklore and fairytales.

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