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Netizens accuse NEA of grossly understating PSI readings

Last night (19 Jun), Singapore's PSI set a record of 321 (10 pm) and crossed into "Hazardous" territory. At the 301-400 "Hazardous" level, there is early onset of certain diseases in addition to significant aggravation of symptoms in susceptible persons and decreased exercise tolerance in healthy persons. This morning (20 Jun),...

Number of millionaires in SG up 10% but real median wage growth negative for the rest

A new wealth report by Capgemini and RBC Wealth Management revealed that the number of millionaires in Singapore has increased 10.3% to reach 101,000 last year. The survey tracks high-net-worth individuals with investable assets of US$1 million or more. The report also said that the collective wealth of the super-rich in Singapore...

Haze: At 371, PSI smashes record, reported dengue cases drop

The Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) for Singapore hit a new all-time high of 371 today at 1pm (20 Jun), smashing the record of 321 which was set last night at 10pm: 371 lies in the 301-400 “Hazardous” zone: PSI Descriptor General Health Effects 0 – 50 Good None 51 – 100 Moderate Few or none for the general population 101...