TR EMERITUS

“Lifelong learning” is as relevant today as it was 30 years ago in 1987 I refer to the article “Skills portal to guide S’poreans from age 11” (Straits Times, Oct 30). It states that “A new website has been launched to help Singaporeans plan for their training and career needs from as young as 11 into adulthood, as people... 

In Parliament on Tuesday, Transport Minister Khaw Boon Wan repeatedly described the Oct 7 flooding incident as "sad" and "embarrassing" (Khaw outlines plans to prevent flooding of MRT tunnels again; Nov 8). The impression I get from this is that the seriousness of the situation did not fully dawn on the minister. "Sad" and "embarrassing"... 

I refer to the article “1.37 million Singaporeans to get one-off GST Voucher of up to $200 in November” (Straits Times, Nov 1). It states that “About 1.37 million Singaporeans will get a one-off GST Voucher of up to $200 this month, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) announced on Wednesday (Nov 1). The GST Voucher – Cash...