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Straits Times
12-08-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
14 political parties asked for proof of existence have yet to comply with foreign interference law: MHA
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox The 14 political parties listed in the Gazette notice include Barisan Sosialis, once Singapore's largest opposition party. SINGAPORE - The authorities have asked 14 dormant political parties to provide proof of continued existence as the parties have not met their reporting obligations under Singapore's foreign interference law, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said on Aug 12. Responding to queries from The Straits Times on what prompted the Registry of Societies (ROS) to seek such proof via an Aug 7 notice in the Government Gazette, MHA said the political parties have not complied with the Foreign Interference (Countermeasures) Act (Fica) , possibly because they have ceased to exist. 'ROS has therefore commenced the cessation process under the Societies Act by publishing in the Gazette a notification calling upon the (political parties) to furnish ROS with proof of its existence,' said an MHA spokesman. 'If there is new information that they continue to exist, the Registry of Foreign and Political Disclosures (RFPD) will follow-up with the political party accordingly on their reporting obligations. Both ROS and RFPD are units under MHA, with RFPD in charge of administering reporting requirements under Fica. Under Fica, all political parties here are categorised as defined politically significant persons, and have to meet annual requirements related to donations, volunteers, leadership, and affiliations. For instance, they have to report single donations of $10,000 or more, and are prohibited from receiving donations from foreigners. Individuals also need to disclose whether they have been granted migration benefits, such as honorary citizenship or permanent residency, by foreign governments. The 14 political parties listed in the Gazette notice include Barisan Sosialis, once Singapore's largest opposition party which was registered in August 1961, and United People's Party founded by former PAP leader Ong Eng Guan in July 1961. The only party on the list registered post-2000s was the People's Liberal Democratic Party, registered by former independent candidate Ooi Boon Ewe on May 2, 2006. MHA said on Aug 12 that the RFPD has been unable to contact the 14 political parties. A list of all the registered societies in Singapore is published annually in the Gazette, and in the latest one published on July 11 some of the 14 political parties have outdated registered addresses. For instance, the registered address for Barisan Sosialis is listed as 436C Victoria Street, while that of the Persatuan Melayu Singapura is listed as Istana Kampong Gelam Sultan Gate. The Straits Times reported on Feb 26, 1984 that the two-storey building, then owned by the Malayan Finance Corporation (Singapore) Berhad, was among property acquired by the Government to make room for an MRT station and to turn Victoria Street into a dual carriageway. The Istana Kampong Glam was in 2004 preserved as the Malay Heritage Centre. The former seat of Malay royalty in Singapore was gazetted as a national monument on Aug 6 2015, on the eve of Singapore's golden jubilee. On criteria used to assess whether a society is active, MHA said ROS looks at a range of indicators. 'This includes whether the society has submitted their annual returns as required under the Societies Act, and whether there were any other applications or communication between the society and ROS in recent years,' it said. Under Section 6(1) of the Societies Act, the ROS can publish a notification in the Gazette calling upon a society to furnish proof of its existence within three months. Following this period, the Registrar can publish another notice in the Gazette to deem the society as defunct if he is satisfied that the society has ceased to exist.
Barnama
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
New Youth Age Limit: Leaders Over 30 May Hold Posts Until Next Election
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- Youth leaders who exceed the age of 30 after the youth age limit takes effect on Jan 1, 2026 may continue to hold their positions until their organisation's next election at the general meeting, said Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh. However, Hannah said these leaders cannot be renominated, as stipulated under Section 6 of the Youth Societies and Youth Development (Amendment) Act 2019 (Act A1602). 'For youth members, starting from Jan 1, 2026, in line with the amendment to Act 668 through Act A1602, ordinary members who do not hold office in youth organisations and have reached or exceeded the age of 30 will no longer be eligible as ordinary members. They will also lose their right to vote or be elected at annual general meetings. 'However, they can still be involved as advisors, mentors, facilitators, mobilisers, youth workers, or alumni, subject to the organisation's constitution. In this regard, the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) has engaged with the Registrar of Societies (ROS) to facilitate the transition for youth organisations, office bearers, or members who reach the age of 30 to join other associations registered under ROS,' she said during a question-and-answer session in the Dewan Rakyat today. She was responding to a supplementary question from Dr Kelvin Yii (PH-Bandar Kuching), who asked what would happen if youth leaders exceeded the age of 30 after the law comes into force on Jan 1, 2026. In response to Yii's original question, Hannah said KBS has taken several initiatives to ease the transition of the youth age limit from 40 to 30 years old. She said these include the formation of a Transition Working Committee chaired by Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Adam Adli Abdul Halim, the implementation of Bicara Transisi Belia (Youth Transition Dialogues), Governance Workshops, Organisational Management Programmes (PPO), the Kembara Jumpa Orang Muda Programme (Kembara JOM) and the certification of youth work professionalism. According to her, the Department of Statistics Malaysia data shows there are 9.5 million youths aged 15 to 30, making up 27.9 per cent of the national population, while the number of office bearers in youth organisations this year stands at 99,271, with 53.99 per cent (or 53,606 individuals) under the age of 30. 'The enforcement of the Youth Societies and Youth Development (Amendment) Act 2019 will affect the administration and leadership of 8,272 youth organisations registered with the Registrar of Youth Societies (ROY),' she said.
Business Wire
09-07-2025
- Health
- Business Wire
Bonerge Initiates Clinical Trial on Urolithin A and Fisetin for Sleep & Wellbeing
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In 2025, Bonerge initiated a clinical trial (Registration #NCT06990256) investigating the effects of Urolithin A and Fisetin on sleep quality, targeting sleep disorders through the lens of ageing biology. Bonerge's 12-week, quadruple-blind study evaluates how Urolithin A and Fisetin influence sleep via metabolic and epigenetic biomarkers. Share This randomized, quadruple-blind (participants, healthcare providers, researchers, assessors), placebo-controlled study will enroll over 80 participants aged 45-70. They will be divided into four groups: Urolithin A alone, Fisetin alone, Urolithin A + Fisetin combination, and placebo control. The 12-week intervention represents the first systematic evaluation of Urolithin A's potential to resynchronize circadian rhythms and mitigate age-related sleep disturbances. Key Study Design Features: Inclusion Criteria: Targets subclinical individuals with impaired sleep quality (PSQI score >5) but no pathological diagnosis, excluding those dependent on caffeine/alcohol. Multidimensional Assessment: Subjective: Sleep quality scores, chronotype questionnaire, daytime dysfunction scales. Objective: Continuous actigraphy monitoring, polysomnography (PSG) analysis. Biomarkers: NAD+ levels, DNA methylation age, inflammatory markers (IL-6, TNF-α), cortisol rhythm, circadian proteins (BMAL1, PER2), insulin resistance (HOMA-IR), immunoglobulin levels. "We aim to uncover the causal link between sleep disorders and ageing using epigenetic clocks and metabolic markers, beyond just tracking sleep duration," stated Professor Chen, the lead investigator. "Combining Urolithin A, a circadian regulator, with the senolytic Fisetin explores synergy for novel solutions, like menopausal sleep issues." Scientific Commitment: Building a Health Ecosystem As a leading high-quality ingredient producer, Bonerge's R&D follows a pipeline of 'ingredient science, mechanistic research, clinical translation'. The company is actively seeking global clinical partners from academia and industry to explore Urolithin A's potential in sleep health and cellular ageing intervention. Amidst the anti-ageing industry's shift from consumerism to scientific rigor, Bonerge positions Urolithin A not just as a standalone ingredient, but as a catalyst for evidence-based solutions. Focused on core mechanisms like cellular senescence, Bonerge develops innovative ingredients targeting cellular health, forming a robust "health ecosystem." Key components include: Fisetin: Potent senolytic selectively clearing senescent cells and reducing their formation, retarding aging in skin, ovarian, and neural tissues. Urolithin A: Regulates circadian rhythms, boosts endogenous NAD+ synthesis, enhances cellular repair, and improves sleep quality and reproductive health. L-Ergothioneine: Unique antioxidant with a dedicated transporter (OCTN1), accumulating in high-stress tissues to neutralize ROS, protecting DNA and telomeres. PQQ Disodium: Activates the PGC-1α/PPARγ pathway, driving mitochondrial DNA replication and biogenesis. S - Equol: Natural, non-steroidal estrogenic metabolite with high affinity for ERβ, offering a safer alternative for menopause health. About Bonerge Bonerge firmly contends that the future of anti-ageing hinges on evidence-based solutions. These solutions are grounded in well-defined biological mechanisms, supported by robust scientific data, and tailored to precise applications, ultimately delivering comprehensive, science-validated health benefits. For more detailed information about our clinical findings, discover more about us at
Mid East Info
08-07-2025
- Science
- Mid East Info
RIT Dubai study shows improvement in academic performance with integration of AI and robotics - Middle East Business News and Information
Research demonstrates positive impact of personalized robotic tutoring in elementary education A study conducted by researchers from Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Dubai has revealed the positive impact of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics into education at elementary school level. The groundbreaking project used a personalized AI-powered robot to interact with students directly, resulting in an average 8% improvement in academic performance, versus outcomes from human teaching. Led by Dr. Jinane Mounsef, Chair of the university's Electrical Engineering and Computing Sciences Department, the research highlighted the potential of personalization in robotic tutoring in a real-world educational setting. Combining cognitive and emotional assessment to deliver tailored educational experiences, the tutoring system was tested with a group of grade four school students studying mathematics. In addition to measuring the speed and accuracy of a student's performance, the robot conducted real-time facial expression analysis to determine the learner's state of mind. The metrics were combined to classify students into three categories: Proficient Students (Prof.S), Meeting-Expectations Students (MES), and Developing Students (DVS). These classifications were then used to deliver customized learning content, motivational messages, and constructive feedback to the students. The robot, known as Duet, employed powerful machine learning algorithms and the ROS framework to predict a student's proficiency level with 100% accuracy through indicators such as test scores, task completion time, and emotional engagement. It was then able to adjust the challenges and learning materials dynamically to suit each student's needs. The process also incorporated feedback mechanisms for participants to share their thoughts on the experience of learning through robotics and AI. Explaining the rationale and findings of the research, Dr. Mounsef said, 'We wanted to explore whether personalization enhances the effectiveness of a robotic tutor in improving learning outcomes. To do this, we considered how engagement and academic performance were impacted by the personalization of robotic tutoring and how the results compared to a human teacher, which serves as a benchmark for evaluating the system's impact. Through post-diagnostic exams we found that the experimental group of students using the AI-robot system showed a significant improvement rate over the control group. This demonstrates that such systems can provide a powerful tool to improve efficiency and augment education outcomes.' The research was the subject of an academic paper entitled, 'CARE: towards customized assistive robot-based education', authored by Dr. Mounsef, alongside RIT Dubai graduate student, Nafisa Maaz, and Assistant Professor at Lebanese American University Beirut, Dr. Noel Maalouf. The paper was published by Frontiers in Robotics and AI, a world-leading, multidisciplinary scientific journal. Building on the project, Dr. Mounsef is now preparing to collaborate with colleagues at RIT New York to develop an AI-powered social robot. She concluded, 'We aim to take forward our work in cognitive development to explore the use of robotics in emotional intelligence. This will involve deploying a human-looking robot that can interact with students on a daily basis to ask questions, gather data and ultimately make recommendations that can help to address their concerns.' About RIT Dubai Established in 2008, RIT Dubai is a not-for-profit global campus of the esteemed Rochester Institute of Technology in New York, one of the world's leading technological-focused universities with more than 185 years of history. RIT Dubai is now operating from phase one of its new $136 million state-of-the-art campus which provides interactive learning space set over 129,000 square meters. RIT Dubai offers highly valued Bachelor's and Master's degrees in business, psychology, media design, leadership, engineering, and computing. The curriculum provides students with relevant work experience through an innovative cooperative education program that helps students stand out in today's highly competitive job market. RIT Dubai offers American degrees issued directly from the main campus in New York, and all of RIT's programs are UAE Ministry accredited. Students of RIT Dubai also have the unique opportunity to choose to study abroad at the main campus in New York or at one of its other global campuses.
Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Sensus Healthcare Engages Radiology Oncology Systems (ROS) as Primary Distribution Partner for its SRT Systems to Radiation Oncologists
BUSINESS WIRE)-- Sensus Healthcare, Inc. (Nasdaq: SRTS) (Sensus or the Company), a medical device company specializing in highly effective, non-invasive, minimally-invasive and cost-effective treatments for oncological and non-oncological skin conditions, announces it has entered into a strategic agreement with Radiology Oncology Systems (ROS) to serve as the Company's primary distribution partner for the U.S. radiation oncology market. Under the terms of the agreement, ROS will be responsible for selling Sensus's superficial radiotherapy (SRT) systems, including the SRT-100™ and the SRT-100 Vision™, to hospital-based radiation oncology departments and freestanding oncology centers nationwide. Led by President and CEO John Vano, ROS brings nearly three decades of experience and deep-rooted relationships across radiation oncology, including familiarity with the SRT machines. This new partnership will leverage ROS's extensive presence across all 50 states to accelerate adoption of Sensus's image-guided, non-invasive radiotherapy technologies within the oncology continuum of care. Initial orders under the agreement are expected as early as the fourth quarter of 2025, with the potential to expand the distribution agreement to select international markets in the future. 'The benefits of our SRT systems are increasingly being recognized by largely untapped markets outside our core focus on dermatology, and we're excited to partner with ROS as we deepen our penetration into the hospital-based oncology market,' said Joe Sardano, Chairman and CEO of Sensus Healthcare. 'John and his team have an excellent reputation for delivering value and reliability to radiation oncology departments and clinics. We believe this collaboration will meaningfully accelerate the placement of SRT systems into cancer centers that are seeking non-invasive solutions with excellent aesthetic outcomes and minimal disruption to clinical workflows.' 'Sensus's SRT platform represents an important and growing modality within radiation oncology. By integrating these systems into hospital settings and outpatient oncology centers, we can help providers offer more flexible treatment options while enhancing overall workflow efficiency, patient access and customer satisfaction. We're proud to bring our commercial infrastructure to this partnership and look forward to working closely with the Sensus team to bring SRT to more oncology practices across the country,' commented Mr. Vano. This partnership marks another step in Sensus's strategy to expand beyond dermatology and into hospital and multidisciplinary oncology environments. The Company continues to invest in commercialization and reimbursement initiatives to support broader adoption of its superficial radiation technologies across priority markets. About Sensus Healthcare Sensus Healthcare, Inc. is a global pioneer in the development and delivery of non-invasive treatments for skin cancer and keloids. Leveraging its cutting-edge superficial radiotherapy (SRT and IG-SRT) technology, the company provides healthcare providers with a highly effective, patient-centric treatment platform. With a dedication to driving innovation in radiation oncology, Sensus Healthcare offers solutions that are safe, precise, and adaptable to a variety of clinical settings. For more information, please visit Forward-Looking Statements This press release includes statements that are, or may be deemed, ''forward-looking statements.'' 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