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I read with concerns about the commentary, “A greater care culture among ways to better tackle the suicide issue, especially among youth” (TODAY, Sep 9). It is reported that suicide is a serious issue in Singapore – a highly competitive commercialised and industrial cosmopolitan city. There is an upwards trend in recent... 

I refer to the report, “Disciplining students becoming a trickier issue with lack of parental support, teachers say” (TODAY, Aug 31). The underlying issue of the report is worthy of deeper contemplation and analysis. As we know, our education system, model and ways of teaching have gone through continuous transformation... 

My friend just told his company had 7 new positions, all filled up by Pinoys. I asked him if the hiring manager is from Philippines, he said no. He is Singaporean but he was from Philippines, now holding Pink IC. And I asked again, these Pinoys are also from Singapore? He said yes they are Permanent Citizens and New Citizens. Is...