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67% of public transport commuters can reach the city centre within 45 minutes during peak hours
LKYCIC’s Dr Samuel Chng shares his views in this article, which reported that only 67% of commuters in Singapore could reach the city centre within 45 minutes during peak hours last year, falling short of the 90% target set by the Land Transport Master Plan 2040.
Scholar: Whether the former Nanyang University’s cultural heritage holds global significance remains debatable
Former Nanyang University (Nantah) alumni are advocating for the school’s cultural heritage to be recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Associate Professor Yeo Kang Shua notes that while Nantah holds local and regional significance, more evidence is needed to demonstrate that it meets the criteria of “Outstanding Universal Value.”
NLB partners SMU and SUTD to promote lifelong learning and community co-creation
Initiatives include enabling university faculty and students to use library resources to develop community projects, as well as co-producing video content to raise public awareness of key national issues.
Young Singaporeans must think beyond our shores
This Straits Times commentary by Sean Chiao (group CEO at Surbana Jurong Group) is adapted from a speech he delivered at SUTD’s Commencement Day on 31 May 2025. In this commentary, he urged young Singaporeans to think beyond our shores in order to lead, connect and create impact on the global stage.
Universities roll out AI and other emerging skills courses amid strong enrolment demand
Local universities have launched new AI and other emerging skills courses, which have attracted more student interest and applications. SUTD Admissions Director, Ms Lynette Ang shares about the university’s admissions numbers and applicants’ interests.