Morning Briefing: Top stories from The Straits Times on Oct 11
Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Monday, Oct 11.
Seniors in S’pore find it hard to stay home in order to stay safe amid Covid-19
ST speaks to seniors on why they are out and about despite being advised to stay home.
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Students, staff on quarantine order can go to school if they have negative Covid-19 ART results
Those with health risk warnings will also be allowed to return to school after their first negative ART self-test.
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S’pore reports 9 more Covid-19 deaths, bringing toll to 162, and 2,809 new cases
The fall in the number of new cases is likely due to fewer swabs done over the weekend, says MOH.
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One-week grace period given before mall entry rules kick in for unvaccinated people
This will include a framework to allow unvaccinated people access to childcare and medical services in these buildings.
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Why it makes sense to sharpen differentiated Covid-19 rules based on vaccination status
Giving the fully vaccinated more freedoms can hasted the return to normalcy, says senior health correspondent Salma Khalik.
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What if I test positive for Covid-19 but feel well, and when can we stop wearing masks?
ST tackles readers’ questions about healthcare protocols and vaccine-differentiated measures.
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Malaysia to resume interstate and overseas travel from Oct 11
But a 14-day quarantine remains in force for anyone entering Malaysia.
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Coral reefs are dying. But there’s still time to save them
What can be done to protect these marine habitats from the effects of climate change? Find out.
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Football: Lion City Sailors claim Singapore Premier League title on dramatic final day
They beat Balestier 4-1 as defending champions Albirex could only draw 4-4 with Tanjong Pagar.
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Fun after the PSLE: From decorating jellies, rock climbing to hitting the beach
Parents are taking time to celebrate their children’s efforts. Here’s how six families marked the end of the PSLE.
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