China: Antibiotics in rivers hit worrisome levels
(19 Jun) - A recent study paints an alarming picture of the levels of antibiotics in the river basins of China, the world's largest producer and user of antibiotics. The study, started in 2006 by the Guangzhou Institute of Geochemistry under the Chinese Academy of Sciences, studied the discharge of 36 frequently detected antibiotics...
Khaw: We support strong family ties
Khaw Boon Wan Strong families make strong communities and a strong nation. This is why we don’t just build flats; we also help families live closer together. There are many benefits for such an arrangement. Grandparents can help look after grandchildren, and children can support their parents and grandparents. Since 2011,...
Money changers ‘sold out’ after mad rush for low ringgit
Singaporeans’ mad rush to change their money for Malaysian ringgit has left several popular moneychangers completely ‘sold out’ of the currency. “We cannot meet demand for ringgit, and have to turn away many customers who still try their luck,” said Raffles Place moneychanger Mr R Tang, 46, who displayed a prominent...
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