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CNA
2 days ago
- Health
- CNA
Marsiling-Yew Tee Town Council sets up task force to combat Zika after 2 cases found in Woodlands
Marsiling is stepping up inspections, fogging and oiling of drains after two Zika cases at Woodlands Street 11 and 32. Both patients are female and are in stable condition. The National Environment Agency says it found "persistent Zika virus signals" in these residential areas. There is no known cure for Zika. Nasyrah Rohim with more.
CNA
05-06-2025
- Business
- CNA
Retail sales growth slows in April amid cautious consumer spending
Retail sales momentum in Singapore is slowing, with a 0.3 per cent rise in April, coming off March's 1.3 per cent growth. Analysts say this reflects more cautious consumer spending and warn that growth may stay modest in the coming months amid global uncertainty. Meanwhile, heartland enterprises in Woodlands and Marsiling say takings have come down amid the June holidays as more Singaporeans cross the border to shop. While government efforts like CDC vouchers have cushioned the impact, business owners hope more can be done. Richa Mathew reports.
