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askST: What is the Homefront Crisis Ministerial Committee, S’pore’s ‘apex’ body during national crises?

The HCMC is the apex body that sets the direction for the Singapore government's response to major crises.
The HCMC is the apex body that sets the direction for the Singapore government's response to major crises.

askST: Why is there a burning smell in S’pore even though there is no haze

Hazy conditions at Tampines Central Park at 8.25am on March 24.
Hazy conditions at Tampines Central Park at 8.25am on March 24.

How to cut your electricity and fuel costs as prices rise amid Iran war

Raising air-conditioner temperatures, turning off appliances not in use, will help trim your bills.
Raising air-conditioner temperatures, turning off appliances not in use, will help trim your bills.

askST Jobs: What is a good salary increment within the same company?

In Singapore, annual salary increments in steady economic conditions typically range between 3 per cent and 5 per cent.
In Singapore, annual salary increments in steady economic conditions typically range between 3 per cent and 5 per cent.

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12-hour land crossings, sleeping on hotel floors: What to expect before a repatriation flight

Those looking to leave the Middle East should expect plans to change, and be prepared to move on to a new flight or transport option at short notice.
Those looking to leave the Middle East should expect plans to change, and be prepared to move on to a new flight or transport option at short notice.

askST: What is total fertility rate? What does Singapore’s record low rate mean?

With birth rates falling at a record rate, the citizen population may start to shrink by early 2040s without new interventions.
With birth rates falling at a record rate, the citizen population may start to shrink by early 2040s without new interventions.

askST: With GEP being discontinued, what do I need to know about the new programme that replaces it?

Compared with the GEP, new centre-based advanced modules allow pupils to develop their strengths in specific academic domains.
Compared with the GEP, new centre-based advanced modules allow pupils to develop their strengths in specific academic domains.

Branded Content

askST: Which jobs and skills will be in demand in a greener economy?

Demand for sustainability reporting and assurance professionals could double to 4,000 by 2030 from 2,000 in 2023, according to The Green Skills Committee Report 2025.
Demand for sustainability reporting and assurance professionals could double to 4,000 by 2030 from 2,000 in 2023, according to The Green Skills Committee Report 2025.

Screen Timeout

askST: Is all screen time harmful to children?

Many parents think that duration of screen time matters most, but it is not that simple.
Many parents think that duration of screen time matters most, but it is not that simple.

askST Jobs: I’m burnt-out at work. Should I change companies or switch careers?

Burnout usually occurs when someone exhausts themselves in a task, routine or role that consistently exceeds their capacity.
Burnout usually occurs when someone exhausts themselves in a task, routine or role that consistently exceeds their capacity.

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