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Singapore approves 16 insect species for consumption

Selected insects listed have been assessed as of low regulatory concern and can be imported

Foodies to feast on crickets, worms in Singapore? Not so fast

An SFA spokesperson told The Straits Times that the agency “will announce the date of effect in due course” as it is finalising some details.

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[WATCH] ‘The perception exists, but it isn’t true’: Tengku Zafrul addresses ‘payung kuning’ narrative

Former Investment, Trade and Industry Minister dismisses claims that he acts as a royal intermediary for Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, saying the long-standing 'payung kuning' perception does not reflect reality

Uthaya: compelling voice of those on the margins – Terence Netto

After two novels and dozens of short stories, writer Uthaya Sankar continues to portray life very much as it happens

What will we call for next? A ban on cheap cigarettes, tuak and kapcais? – Rocky Bru

While concerns over drug-laced vapes grow, a blanket ban could backfire by wiping out businesses, threatening jobs, pushing trade underground amid weak enforcement and open tank loopholes