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Build exam stamina with past-year papers
6+ hour, 32+ min ago (1137+ words) Learning and applying different exam strategies can be honed only by doing a full paper. Published'Jun 28, 2026, 02: 09 PM Updated'Jun 28, 2026, 02: 28 PM Explore the PSLE Companion microsite for more insights and tips. SINGAPORE " When Connor Lim, 12, went to Bangkok for a short break…...
Party-savvy parent tips for kids' birthdays
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (925+ words) There was a time when the writer mistakenly assumed birthday celebrations to be a top parenting priority, right up there with proper nutrition, firm moral grounding and past-year PSLE exam papers. ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO Published'May 24, 2026, 05: 15 PM SINGAPORE " My daughter,…...
Britain's Princess Kate "edging' back into foreign trips after illness: Prince William
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (430+ words) Published'May 22, 2026, 10: 01 PM LONDON - Britain's Prince William on May 22 said his wife Catherine, popularly known as Kate, was "edging herself back into doing more" overseas trips following her cancer diagnosis in 2024. Princess William, 43, told Heart radio's breakfast show that the Princess…...
Parents" playground wish list: Shade, nature and room to roam
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (635+ words) Published'May 23, 2026, 05: 00 AM SINGAPORE - The top requests from parents when the Housing Board asked them what changes they would like to see in playgrounds here were to bring back sandplay and add more swings. The Straits Times spoke to parents about…...
Forum: Many stay-at-home dads still feel the sting of being misunderstood
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (311+ words) Published'May 21, 2026, 05: 00 AM While more fathers are taking on the lion's share of caregiving for the sake of their children and family, what continues to pose a challenge for them is society's lack of recognition and acceptance of their bold decision…...
Beyond the nuclear family: Families for Life chair urges wider support networks for children
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (602+ words) Families for Life council chairman Keith Magnus called Singapore's record low total fertility rate an existential issue. Published'May 15, 2026, 05: 00 AM Updated'May 15, 2026, 07: 27 AM SINGAPORE - An expanded definition of family " one that includes grandparents, aunts and uncles " and encouraging families to help those…...
Lack of social capital a barrier for Malay community despite signs of rising educational mobility: Study
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (903+ words) The study found that 79 per cent of respondents have surpassed the educational levels of their parents. Published'May 12, 2026, 07: 00 PM Updated'May 12, 2026, 08: 52 PM SINGAPORE " Structural and social barriers continue to hinder the upward mobility of the Malay community, a study has found, even…...
Celebrating Mum on Mother's Day
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1175+ words) To her children and grandchildren, the writer's mum left a legacy of stories, music, movies, games and fun. ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO Published'May 10, 2026, 12: 15 PM Updated'May 10, 2026, 02: 03 PM SINGAPORE " In the run-up to Mother's Day on May 10, I finally read something that…...
Paranoid parenting won't give your kids an edge in the age of AI
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (902+ words) It's an illusion to think we can robot-proof our kids' education choices. Paranoid parenting is now more rational, given the levels of uncertainty in the economy. Published'May 03, 2026, 04: 00 PM The great jobs displacement is coming, and it is enough to give…...
Raising a child: The council of dads approach
2+ mon, 4+ week ago (827+ words) As the writer journeys with his children, he strives to be their broker of dreams, believing in their ability to succeed. ST ILLUSTRATION: BRYANDT LYN Published'Mar 29, 2026, 02: 37 PM Updated'Mar 29, 2026, 03: 04 PM SINGAPORE " Recently, I read a book called The Council Of Dads…...