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Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: About 22,000 applications had been received for the flats in the ongoing Build-to-Order (BTO) sales exercise as of 5pm on Wednesday (Jul 30), said National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat. This was higher than the 13,200 BTO applications received by the Housing and Development...

A fire broke out on the 10th and 11th floors of a Toa Payoh block in Singapore, forcing firefighters to manually carry hoses up the staircase due to a malfunctioning dry rising main. Seven individuals, including a child and a firefighter, were hospitalized, and authorities are investigating the incident while providing temporary shelter and support to affected residents.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3k84mpDxVEg Want More Context? 🔎

SINGAPORE: Effective Sep 2, all non-immigrant visa applicants to the US must attend in-person interviews, reversing previous waivers, including for children and seniors. Singaporeans traveling under the Visa Waiver Program are exempt from this change but still need ESTA approval for travel. Want More Context? 🔎

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST SINGAPORE: Singapore expressed readiness to aid Gaza's reconstruction following a permanent ceasefire, supporting the Egypt-proposed Arab Reconstruction Plan which aims to replace Hamas' governance with interim bodies. Additionally, Singapore has pledged over US$17 million in humanitarian aid and is initiating new programs to bolster...

The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) presented the Friends of ACE (FACE) coin to seven migrant workers who rescued a driver from a sinkhole in Tanjong Katong, recognizing their courage and contributions to the community. MOM emphasized its commitment to enhance migrant workers' well-being through various initiatives and public appreciation efforts, particularly during the International Migrants Day celebrations.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cp1acxCUF0c Want More Context? 🔎

SINGAPORE: A fire broke out at Mr. Tan Chee Siah's flat in Toa Payoh, injuring seven people, including a child and a firefighter. The fire, which started in the kitchen while Mr. Tan's wife was home alone, led to the complete destruction of the 10th-floor unit, leaving the family in a difficult financial situation as they seek temporary housing assistance.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-yqpt4p4Ls Want More Context? 🔎