Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Wednesday, Aug 18.
90-year-old man dies from Covid-19 complications, the first death of fully vaccinated person in S’pore
He had been fully vaccinated against Covid-19, but was advanced in age and had a history of chronic kidney disease and hypertension.
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Umno vice-president Ismail Sabri Yaakob on course to be Malaysia’s next PM
Umno’s 38 lawmakers decided late on Tuesday to throw their support behind him.
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Taleban, striking dovish tone, pledges peace and women’s rights under Islamic rule
The insurgents held their first official news briefing since their shock seizure of Kabul.
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‘People were clinging on to jets’: How the chaos unfolded in Afghanistan as the Taleban seized control
Militants carrying rifles and Taleban’s white flag have been a common sight less than a day after the group seized Kabul.
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Upper primary, secondary students to get instant feedback on English assignments with new AI system
The automated system will correct the student’s grammar, sentence structure and expression, among others.
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Integrated Shield Plans will cover only MOH-approved outpatient cancer treatment from 2023
Coverage will also be capped, though the cap can vary depending on the drug used.
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Owners of some home-based food businesses in S’pore in favour of regulations
A food poisoning case has triggered a discussion about whether operators should be more strictly regulated.
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Life after the Olympics – S’pore athletes back in training, school, and pigging out
Athletes have not been idle during quarantine after their return from Tokyo.
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Home-grown animators and artists get spotlight at National Day Parade this year
Creators hope this breakthrough will draw new interest in animation.
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Stay-home guide for Wednesday: Attend a virtual craft workshop, shop vintage furniture and more
Or dive into a best-selling book about the Rail Corridor.
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