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1 in 10 Singaporeans is obese

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One in 10 Singaporeans or 10.8 per cent of the population is obese, up from 6.9 per cent in 2004, according to the latest National Health Survey.

Farms cash in on fish and chips

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Nearly a year after losing an estimated $4.5 million to plankton bloom off Pasir and Pulau Ubin, some fish farmers in Singapore have banded together to set up a cooperative. On their minds: A renaissance for local fisheries, of which consumers could be a part.

Outstanding medical research on show

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The event on Nov 12 and 13 will showcase outstanding research through a competition – with 33 scientific abstracts being shared at the contest.

Four were presented at a preview yesterday. They included findings in the areas of gastritis, schizophrenia and breast cancer. The importance of technology in enhancing patient care was also highlighted.

Number of job seekers back to pre-recession levels: CDCs

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With the upswing in the economy, the number of job seekers registered for employment assistance is now back at pre-recession levels, according to the five Community Development Councils (CDCs).

Changi Airport to impose transfer and transit charges from April

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From April, passengers transferring and transiting at Changi Airport will – for the first time – have to pay service and security charges.

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