Stories from Singapore · Singapore

In this role reversal, community members, including ICH practitioners, academics, and researchers, become active custodians of Singapore's history and heritage. These items, ranging from posters to clothing, serve as vivid memories of the past. The couple finds joy in seeing these old items reborn, viewing them as spiritual symbols in a changing modern city. The report also touched upon industrial tourism cooperation stories. A home in Singapore's Matthey Road has been transformed into a time capsule, filled with hundreds of vintage items including posters and clothing. Tanjanim and Moliap have transformed their home in Singapore's Mathieson District into a time capsule, preserving hundreds of artifacts from past eras. Their collection includes posters, clothing, and other items that serve as vivid memories of different times.

Cultural heritage, or ICH, is described as living heritage.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force is conducting a mobilization exercise for personnel assigned specific code words. Mobilized personnel are instructed to report to mobilization centers immediately.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong promised that no Singaporean will be left behind during disruptions caused by the Middle East conflict and the right. The statement was made during a broadcast on CNA 938.

Approximately 15,000 devotees gathered in Serangun North to witness the consecration of the Dharma Wineswaran Temple. The ceremony marks the completion of a year-long restoration project for the Hindu temple.

Singapore plans to expand the Company Training Committee (CTC) approach to address labor disruptions caused by artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to help workers learn new skills to remain relevant as job roles evolve. The expansion follows what officials described as concrete results from the existing CTC model. Prime Minister Wang noted that unions and employers can drive AI adoption to support growth and job quality. The Prime Minister cited examples of Community Development Councils (CDCs) in action at Tan Tock Seng Hospital. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stated that stronger collective action with the labour movement is required to face disruptions such as artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to ensure no Singaporean is left behind during economic shifts.

Singapore is building AI capabilities to create better job opportunities for workers. Global firms including Google have established research labs in the country. An increasing number of fast-growing startups are also joining the sector, according to the report. The national strategy focuses on both supporting firm adoption and worker preparation. Singapore's AI strategy is attracting global firms to establish regional bases. Google has selected the country for its first Southeast Asia research lab. Efforts are being made to prepare workers for new opportunities within the industry. A pilot study titled Loving, which involved 36 families, will be expanded to 624 families from median and lower income brackets. The study tests three caregiver-focused programs: home-based intervention, a digital parenting program, and an e-learning course.

Semiconductor exports increased 173 percent on-year due to rising contract prices for memory chips. Computer-related exports rose more than 50-fold, driven by strong demand for solid state drives. Imports increased 16.7 percent despite higher energy prices.

The Winniswaran temple in Serangoon North has been refurbished to include enhanced spaces for worship, festivals, and community activities. Coordinating Minister for National Security K. Shanmugam attended the ceremony.

Dr. Balakrishnan is scheduled to meet with leaders from Oman, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar. The meetings will focus on reaffirming Singapore's solidarity and support for the region.