Amanda Yeap

Ultra-processed foods are entrenched in Singaporeans' busy routines and the country's import-reliant food ecosystem. But as global debate heats up over their health risks, experts say the case for regulating them through policy reforms is not as clear-cut as it may seem.

More young adults in Singapore are experiencing strokes, and their recovery journeys are often challenging especially coupled with the pressure of getting back to work quickly or returning to a lifestyle they once enjoyed.

When Ms Aisha Tan Xiuzhi couldn't find the Xinjiang flavours she and her children missed, she decided to recreate them herself. Today, she's found a way to bring a taste of home to Singapore, which has since grown into a popular halal Chinese restaurant.

Having watched first-hand how her friend juggled the stress of organising a funeral while grieving her father's death, CNA TODAY's Amanda Yeap knows it's important to talk to her own parents about death. Starting the conversation, however, is still a struggle.

A mix of high costs, planning constraints and uneven footfall may be making it harder for some parts of the popular heritage enclave to attract tenants.

Having spent over 20 years battling addiction and repeated prison stints, Ms Sabrina Chong Abdullah now channels those experiences into helping female inmates and ex-offenders recover and reintegrate.

The same drug that is helping patients manage diabetes and reduce their risk of serious complications from chronic conditions is also being discussed as a beauty hack by people hoping to lose a few kilograms. Experts say more education and awareness are needed.

Many gigs are arranged verbally or over text messages and phone call. When payments are delayed, or engagements fall through, freelancers find themselves with little protection or recourse.

What began as an early retirement plan has become a labour of love. Every week, Mr Philip Mehl repairs dozens of bicycles for free, finding purpose in helping those who rely on them the most.

Across Asia, Gen Z workers say AI is making them faster and more productive, with some hoping it will eventually translate to higher pay. But experts say AI is also adjusting what employers consider normal performance, and that such rewards will come only if workers can use it to create greater value.