Nations grapple with loss of 1.5°C target at UN climate summit
Some negotiators push to keep 1.5°C as the benchmark at COP31, while others see room to weaken climate ambition after the UN warning.
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Rethinking the three spaces for a longevity society
A more integrated approach to longevity planning is required.
Homecoming of sorts: Meeting the housing and care needs of Singaporeans as they age
More than 80% of seniors in Singapore prefer to age in their current homes, according to one study.
From bird corners to MRT stations: How seniors in Singapore find community in everyday spaces
Informal gathering spots can play an important role in helping seniors stay socially connected as they age.
Never too old for crafts: Seniors find purpose and pride, one stitch at a time
The handicrafts help raise funds for activities like festive celebrations and meals for other seniors.
School Spotlight: Spark! Tank at Juying Secondary School unleashes bold ideas, big voices in students
In Spark! Tank, students make pitches to panels of teachers and school or community leaders.
School Spotlight: Experience the wonders of flight at Changkat Changi Secondary School
The school’s aviation-focused Applied Learning Programme, known as SOAR, was launched in 2015.
Bent on getting my nine-year-old to crack the code of Rubik’s Cube
It is potentially a portable, low-cost way to show off your clever child at family gatherings.
Filipino singer Carmelle wins inaugural Eurovision Asia Song Contest in Bangkok
The 19-year-old singer made history with her empowering dance-pop anthem Sobra-Sobra, beating 10 other acts to claim the top prize at the contest’s first Asian edition on Saturday (Nov 14).
How to train your brain to embrace exercise and stick to a fitness routine
The mindset you bring to exercise really matters. Simply adjusting yours can be an important step towards turning yourself into a consistent exerciser.
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