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New Paper
3 days ago
- Business
- New Paper
Dealing with economic situation and its impact on Singaporeans a key priority for Govt: PM Wong
Dealing with the economic situation and its impact on Singaporeans is a key priority for the Government, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. He also said he is focused on forming a new and strengthened team in Government to secure Singapore's future. In a video uploaded on social media on May 9, PM Wong said: "The election results have made it clear that Singaporeans want a team that combines experience with fresh perspectives to take our country forward." His update comes six days after an election in which the ruling PAP secured 65.57 per cent of the popular vote, and won 87 out of 97 seats in Parliament. The election win comes amid turmoil in global trade and other crisis hot spots around in the world. In April, US President Donald Trump announced wide-ranging tariffs that hit many nations in the world, including 10 per cent on Singapore. A recent Singapore Business Federation survey found that four in five Singapore businesses are negatively affected by tariffs imposed by the United States, PM Wong said. Three in four firms project a drop in revenues, and half of them said they are holding back on new hires for the next three months. "So clearly, businesses are very concerned," he said. Workers and union leaders are anxious too, and graduating students are worried about the potential difficulties in securing jobs, he said. That is why the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong, has been actively meeting to develop and flesh out response plans. They will provide further updates when ready, he said. "DPM Gan is also continuing his discussions with US counterparts, exploring constructive ways to further our trade relations with America," he added. Meanwhile, the Government will roll out the measures announced in this year's Budget to help cushion the immediate impact on jobs and prices, said PM Wong. These include more support for households, like additional CDC vouchers to be issued next week, and SG60 vouchers that will come in July, as well as enhanced support for businesses and workers. Said PM Wong: "The elections are over, and my team and I are busy back at work this week… "We have a full agenda ahead of us. We will continue to do our best for all of you, for Singapore, and for all Singaporeans."
CNA
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Mandai Wildlife Group celebrates SG60 with new experiences including up-close capybara and penguin encounters in June
Singapore Mandai Wildlife Group will also roll out a series of offers like the SG60 WildPass Specials and SG60 Senior Promo. 28 May 2025 10:02AM (Updated: 28 May 2025 10:09AM) Mandai Wildlife Group is launching a series of special offers and new wildlife experiences under the Mandai is Wild about SG initiative to celebrate the nation's 60th birthday. These include Hello from the Wild, starting Jun 7, where visitors can enjoy 20-minute up-close encounters with gentle capybaras at River Wonders, as well as the playful fennec foxes and ring-tailed lemurs at the Singapore Zoo, according to a press release. A wallaby edition of Hello from the Wild will launch at Night Safari later this year too. Visitors can enjoy 20-minute up-close encounters with capybaras at River Wonders. (Photo: Mandai Wildlife Group) Visitors can enjoy 20-minute up-close encounters with fennec foxes at the Singapore Zoo. (Photo: Mandai Wildlife Group) During these sessions, participants will gain insights into the animals' unique traits and about Mandai Wildlife Group's commitment to their care and welfare. The experience also includes hands-on activities from feeding the animals to preparing enrichment activities that keep them mentally and physically stimulated, such as hiding superworms under pebbles for the fennec foxes to forage. Participants will also try their hand at conditioning, a positive reinforcement training technique that encourages animals to voluntarily exhibit certain behaviours in exchange for treats or other rewards. This ensures that animal interactions are both safe and respectful, prioritising their well-being and choice to participate. For an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, from Jun 7, Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters at Bird Paradise will offer guests the opportunity to meet the king, gentoo and northern rockhopper penguins in their chilly off-exhibit facility. The programme will give guests a rare glimpse into the daily care of these fascinating birds such as food preparation and how keepers look after them. Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters at Bird Paradise. (Photo: Mandai Wildlife Group) Additionally, starting Jul 18, a new VR film adventure immersing guests in the world of penguins will also be available at Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove. Visitors can book their experiences at Hello from the Wild (Singapore Zoo) here , Hello from the Wild (River Wonders) here , and Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters here . From May 31 to Aug 10, guests can also enjoy free access to curated digital trails during their visit such as Born to be Wild, which highlights Singapore's native wildlife, including some recently debuted newborn local animals at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. First-time guests or those unsure of where to begin can explore the Too Wild to Miss itineraries, which guide them through the best of the Mandai Wildlife Reserve from experiences like the world's first free-ranging orangutan exhibit at Singapore Zoo to the newly launched Pangolin Trail at Night Safari. Guests can access the Too Wild to Miss itineraries here . Additionally, Wild Day Out, Mandai Wildlife West's signature dog-friendly community event is set to return on Jun 28 and 29, where families can look forward to playing the nostalgic Five Stones, crafting orchid postcards inspired by Singapore's national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim, and other immersive activities inspired by nature and wildlife. (Photo: Mandai Wildlife Group) Mandai Wildlife Group will also roll out a series of offers from June onwards like the SG60 WildPass Specials (for local residents only), which includes two admission tickets to Singapore Zoo or River Wonders at S$60 from now until Jun 30, as well as three admission tickets to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve at S$60, for youths aged 13 to 21 years from now until Aug 31. Local residents with a valid admission ticket to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve can also purchase a Friend of Rainforest Wild Asia individual membership at S$60 from May 31 until Aug 31 under the SG60 WildPass Specials. Under the SG60 Senior Promo, senior residents can continue to enjoy the annual Friends of Mandai five-park membership at a special rate of S$60 (usual price at S$235) until Aug 31. 'With Mandai is Wild about SG, we invite local residents to reconnect with our destination through newly launched experiences and special offerings. Whether it's enjoying SG60 admission discounts, meeting beloved animal ambassadors like the penguins and capybara, or getting to know the animals born here and are now part of our growing wildlife family, there's always a reason to visit,' said Belina Lee, deputy CEO of transformation and growth at Mandai Wildlife Group. Visit for more information and updates on SG60 activities.
CNA
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
Mandai celebrates SG60 with new experiences including up-close capybara and penguin encounters in June
Mandai Wildlife Group is launching a series of special offers and new wildlife experiences under the Mandai is Wild about SG initiative to celebrate the nation's 60th birthday. These include Hello from the Wild, starting Jun 7, where visitors can enjoy 20-minute up-close encounters with gentle capybaras at River Wonders, as well as the playful fennec foxes and ring-tailed lemurs at the Singapore Zoo, according to a press release. A wallaby edition of Hello from the Wild will launch at Night Safari later this year too. During these sessions, participants will gain insights into the animals' unique traits and about Mandai Wildlife Group's commitment to their care and welfare. The experience also includes hands-on activities from feeding the animals to preparing enrichment activities that keep them mentally and physically stimulated, such as hiding superworms under pebbles for the fennec foxes to forage. Participants will also try their hand at conditioning, a positive reinforcement training technique that encourages animals to voluntarily exhibit certain behaviours in exchange for treats or other rewards. This ensures that animal interactions are both safe and respectful, prioritising their well-being and choice to participate. For an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience, from Jun 7, Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters at Bird Paradise will offer guests the opportunity to meet the king, gentoo and northern rockhopper penguins in their chilly off-exhibit facility. The programme will give guests a rare glimpse into the daily care of these fascinating birds such as food preparation and how keepers look after them. Additionally, starting Jul 18, a new VR film adventure immersing guests in the world of penguins will also be available at Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove. Visitors can book their experiences at Hello from the Wild (Singapore Zoo) here, Hello from the Wild (River Wonders) here, and Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters here. From May 31 to Aug 10, guests can also enjoy free access to curated digital trails during their visit such as Born to be Wild, which highlights Singapore's native wildlife, including some recently debuted newborn local animals at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. First-time guests or those unsure of where to begin can explore the Too Wild to Miss itineraries, which guide them through the best of the Mandai Wildlife Reserve from experiences like the world's first free-ranging orangutan exhibit at Singapore Zoo to the newly launched Pangolin Trail at Night Safari. Guests can access the Too Wild to Miss itineraries here. Additionally, Wild Day Out, Mandai Wildlife West's signature dog-friendly community event is set to return on Jun 28 and 29, where families can look forward to playing the nostalgic Five Stones, crafting orchid postcards inspired by Singapore's national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim, and other immersive activities inspired by nature and wildlife. Mandai Wildlife Group will also roll out a series of offers from June onwards like the SG60 WildPass Specials (for local residents only), which includes two admission tickets to Singapore Zoo or River Wonders at S$60 from now until Jun 30, as well as three admission tickets to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve at S$60, for youths aged 13 to 21 years from now until Aug 31. Local residents with a valid admission ticket to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve can also purchase a Friend of Rainforest Wild Asia individual membership at S$60 from May 31 until Aug 31 under the SG60 WildPass Specials. Under the SG60 Senior Promo, senior residents can continue to enjoy the annual Friends of Mandai five-park membership at a special rate of S$60 (usual price at S$235) until Aug 31. 'With Mandai is Wild about SG, we invite local residents to reconnect with our destination through newly launched experiences and special offerings. Whether it's enjoying SG60 admission discounts, meeting beloved animal ambassadors like the penguins and capybara, or getting to know the animals born here and are now part of our growing wildlife family, there's always a reason to visit,' said Belina Lee, deputy CEO of transformation and growth at Mandai Wildlife Group.
Straits Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Special offers, attractions at the zoo as Mandai Wildlife Group celebrates SG60
The offers are launched under Mandai Is Wild About SG initiative, and will be available from June. PHOTOS: MANDAI WILDLIFE GROUP SINGAPORE - Local residents can look forward to a slew of offers and interactive experiences at the Singapore Zoo and other attractions at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, as part of Mandai Wildlife Group's SG60 celebrations. The group will roll out a series of offers under the Mandai Is Wild About SG initiative. As part of the SG60 WildPass Specials offer, local residents can purchase two admission tickets to the Singapore Zoo or River Wonders for $60 – down from $98 – from now until June 30. For the same price, local residents aged 13 to 21 can buy three tickets to any Mandai Wildlife Reserve park. The offer is available from now until Aug 31. Local residents with a valid admission ticket to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve can also purchase a Friend of Rainforest Wild Asia individual membership at $60 from May 31 until Aug 31. As part of the ongoing SG60 Senior Promo offer, senior residents – those aged 60 and above – can continue to enjoy the annual Friends of Mandai five-park membership at a special rate of $60 , down from $235, until Aug 31. From June 7 , all visitors can enjoy 20-minute close encounters with capybaras at River Wonders, as well as fennec foxes and ring-tailed lemurs at the Singapore Zoo – part of the Hello From The Wild experience. A wallaby edition of the Hello From The Wild experience will be launched at the Night Safari later in 2025, said Mandai Wildlife Group. Bird Paradise will give visitors the opportunity to meet the king, gentoo and northern rockhopper penguins in their chilly off-exhibit facility as part of the Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters experience. And from July 18 , the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove will offer a virtual reality film adventure where visitors can immerse themselves in the world of penguins. From May 31 until Aug 10 , visitors can also enjoy complimentary access to curated digital itineraries during their visit, including the Born To Be Wild digital trail. They can get a limited-edition SG60 memento upon completing the trail. More programmes and promotions under the group's Mandai Is Wild About SG initiative will be offered throughout 2025, added Mandai Wildlife Group. 'The Mandai Wildlife Reserve has been woven into Singapore's story for over six decades – from school excursions and weekend family outings to first dates,' said Ms Belinda Lee, the group's deputy chief executive for transformation and growth. 'With Mandai Is Wild About SG, we invite local residents to reconnect with our destination through newly launched experiences and special offerings.' Join ST's WhatsApp Channel and get the latest news and must-reads.
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Special offers, attractions at the zoo as Singapore's Mandai Wildlife Group celebrates SG60
The offers are launched under Mandai Is Wild About SG initiative, and will be available from June. - Photos: Mandai Wildlife Group SINGAPORE: Local residents can look forward to a slew of offers and interactive experiences at the Singapore Zoo and other attractions at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, as part of Mandai Wildlife Group's SG60 celebrations. The group will roll out a series of celebratory offers under the Mandai Is Wild About SG initiative. As part of the SG60 WildPass Specials offer, local residents can purchase two admission tickets to Singapore Zoo or River Wonders for S$60 – down from S$98 – from now until June 30. For the same price, local residents aged 13 to 21 can purchase three tickets to any Mandai Wildlife Reserve park. The offer is available from now until Aug 31. Local residents with a valid admission ticket to any wildlife park at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve can also purchase a Friend of Rainforest Wild Asia individual membership at $60 from May 31 until Aug 31. As part of the ongoing SG60 Senior Promo offer, senior residents – those aged 60 and above – can continue to enjoy the annual Friends of Mandai five-park membership at a special rate of $60, down from $235, until Aug 31. From June 7, all visitors can enjoy 20-minute close encounters with capybaras at River Wonders, as well as fennec foxes and ring-tailed lemurs at Singapore Zoo – part of the Hello From The Wild experience. A wallaby edition of the Hello From The Wild experience will launch at Night Safari later in 2025, added Mandai Wildlife Group. Bird Paradise will also offer visitors the opportunity to meet the king, gentoo and northern rockhopper penguins in their chilly off-exhibit facility as part of the Backstage Pass: Penguin Encounters experience. And from July 18, the Ocean Network Express Penguin Cove will offer a virtual reality film adventure where visitors can immerse in the world of penguins. From May 31 until Aug 10, visitors can also enjoy complimentary access to curated digital itineraries during their visit, including the Born To Be Wild digital trail. They can receive a limited-edition SG60 memento upon completing the trail. More programmes and promotions under the group's Mandai is Wild About SG initiative will be offered throughout 2025, added Mandai Wildlife Group. 'The Mandai Wildlife Reserve has been woven into Singapore's story for over six decades – from school excursions and weekend family outings to first dates,' said Ms Belinda Lee, the group's deputy chief executive for transformation and growth. 'With Mandai Is Wild About SG, we invite local residents to reconnect with our destination through newly launched experiences and special offerings.' - The Straits Times/ANN
