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Mitsubishi Corporation and FEV Consulting Establish New Joint Venture for Materials Industry

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TOKYO, Oct 27, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) is pleased to announce its establishment on October 27, 2022 of a new joint venture company, Beyond Materials Corporation (Beyond Materials), a specialized strategy and engineering service provider that will support materials suppliers on their path to global and sustainable growth. Our partner on this joint venture is FEV Consulting GmbH (FEV). The requirements on future product designs are becoming more sophisticated and diverse due to decarbonization and other societal demands. This has heightened interest in the functions and solutions that materials can provide, and necessitated even stronger relationships between suppliers and users of those materials, the automotive sector being a case in point. For over three years, MC and FEV have been conducting joint preliminary work to develop services targeting these industries, and our collaboration has confirmed that we share a similar dedication to addressing challenges faced by modern societies and helping them to be more sustainable.FEV is the consulting arm of FEV Group, a German engineering services provider with a global workforce of more than ...

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Avantor and Avantor Foundation Make a Difference by Providing Critical Health Services for Vulnerable Communities in Singapore

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Singapore, Aug 24, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Avantor Foundation, Avantor's philanthropic arm, committed financial resources to healthcare charitable organizations, HealthServe and SATA CommHealth, as part of the Foundation's mission to provide healthcare to those in need. The grants will offer much-needed support to communities who would otherwise be unable to receive quality medical care. By identifying community needs and addressing them through these grants, the Avantor Foundation is able to contribute to the advancement of healthcare in Singapore and the region."As we continue to create a better world, grants like this demonstrate our commitment to providing healthcare to those in need," said Christophe Couturier, Executive Vice President, AMEA, Avantor and Board Member of the Avantor Foundation. "By working with SATA CommHealth and HealthServe, we want to connect and help communities, which deserve crucial assistance but are sometimes overlooked. The aid we are providing will address the critical unmet needs in healthcare and enable Science for Goodness, and ultimately create a lasting impact in our communities."SATA CommHealth, an organization which serves the...

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Ev Dynamics is Commissioned to Build Hong Kong’s First Accessible Electric Bus

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HONG KONG, Jun 20, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Ev Dynamics (Holdings) Limited (the "Company", Stock Code: 476, together with its subsidiaries, collectively "Ev Dynamics" or the "Group"), a provider of new energy vehicles and integrated technology solutions, has received another purchase order from the Hong Kong Productivity Council to deliver a pure electric bus for use by a Hong Kong non-governmental organisation ("NGO"), which follows the Council's earlier order of electric buses for the Airport Authority Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society.Ev Dynamics' pure electric bus is powered by sustainable high energy density batteries and is designed to adapt to and manoeuvre through complicated city road systems.The bus is equipped with an extra-low platform for easy accessibility for seniors and those with impaired mobility. It has enough space to house up to 33 regular seats and two wheelchairs.Developed by the Group under a new purchase agreement with the Hong Kong Productivity Council, the electric bus boasts a light aluminium alloy body structure with a highly efficient traction motor system, complemented by a full load-bearing electric bus chassis, high en...

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Seniors and the poor most likely to feel uneasy about Singapore’s Covid-19 reopening: IPS study

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SINGAPORE - The poor and the elderly in Singapore were most likely to feel uneasy about the country's decision to live with Covid-19, new research from the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) has found. But support for vaccination remains high, with seven in 10 people agreeing that vaccines should be made compulsory for all citizens and long-term residents. And although people's satisfaction with the Government's handling of the pandemic fluctuated widely over the four-month study period, they remained consistently confident that Singapore will win the fight against Covid-19. These were the key findings from a working paper on people's attitudes towards living with Covid-19, which was released on Thursday (Dec 2). The study used data from online surveys conducted over 12 phases, or "waves", from mid-July to end-November. Each wave collected responses from more than 500 residents aged 21 years and older. It builds on the findings of an earlier IPS study conducted between April 2020 and March this year. "Those who were younger and more affluent were consistently observed to be more enthusiastic and ready for endemic living, compared to those who were older and less affluent," said IPS ...

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Pandemic frugality starting to wane

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(REUTERS) - Early in the pandemic, there were encouraging and surprising signs about the decline of credit card debt. Now, that trendline seems to be changing. Many people stayed at home at the start of Covid-19 and did not spend like they usually do. They also received several rounds of emergency cash assistance, helping to chop away at those credit card bills, at least temporarily. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Former addicts, experts discuss substance abuse on National Addictions Awareness Day

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SINGAPORE - Mr Thomas Koh turned to alcohol and drugs as a teenager to cope with family violence and childhood abuse. Now 46, he began abusing drugs at 15 as an easy way to escape the traumatic home environment. The addiction lasted into his late thirties and affected his marriage as well as his relationship with his siblings. He said: "What started off as recreational use of drugs later became a daily occurrence. By my late thirties, I had hit my lowest point. I had health issues and faced bankruptcy and divorce. I contemplated suicide but I could not bring myself to do it. I wanted to live." With support from a family member, Mr Koh took his first step towards recovery by admitting himself to a hospital for treatment to overcome his addiction. Mr Koh is paying it forward as an assistant counsellor at the National Addictions Management Service (Nams) at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). He told his story in a virtual talk show on Friday (Aug 20), during an event for National Addictions Awareness Day. The National Addictions Awareness Day aims to raise awareness about addictions and promote science-based intervention for recovery. Senior Minister of State for Health Janil Puthu...

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S&P 500 ends at record, up more than 8% in 2nd quarter

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NEW YORK (AFP) - The S&P 500 finished with another record on Wednesday (June 30), concluding a winning quarter as investors weigh optimism over the reopening economy against worries over the latest Covid-19 trends. The broad-based index climbed 0.1 per cent to 4,297.50, a fifth straight record close that lifted its overall gain for the quarter to more than 8 per cent. And it is up more than 14 per cent for the first half of 2021. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 0.6 per cent to end at 34,502.51, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index retreated from Tuesday's record, falling 0.2 per cent to 14,503.95. The latest records have come on the heels of mostly solid economic data in recent weeks that show how widespread availability of coronavirus vaccines has transformed the global outlook compared with a year ago. Private US firms added 692,000 jobs in June, according to payroll services firm ADP. The figures were a big drop from May, but well above economists' expectations and bode well for the key government employment report Friday. Other recent reports have shown strong consumer confidence and rising home prices, while corporate earnings have also won cheers, with large ban...

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Over 71,600 in Singapore have psychotic disorders, says study

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SINGAPORE - Like many others her age, Ms Michelle Lai enjoys baking, hiking, drawing and doing barre, a workout that incorporates elements of ballet, yoga and Pilates. She hangs out with friends and volunteers regularly, giving talks on mental health. The 30-year-old is living proof of what a diagnosis, medications and therapy can do for someone with a mental health condition. Ms Lai has a schizoaffective disorder and up till just three years ago, used to experience things that were not there. "When I'm unwell I hear voices, see things people can't see, smell smells that people can't smell, and feel people punching or pinching me. Sometimes, my mouth will have a bitter taste too," she told The Straits Times. And she is not alone in her experience. Results from the 2016 Singapore Mental Health Study, released by the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) on Friday (May 21), found that one in 43 of those aged 18 and up here has had a psychotic disorder in their lifetime. This translates to roughly 71,600 people. The study was conducted on 6,126 participants representing the population between 2016 and 2018 in collaboration with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and Nanyang Technological Univers...

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askST: What are the job prospects for those who get their degrees through the private school route?

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SINGAPORE - What are the job outcomes for those taking the private school route to a degree? Internships, career coaching help prospects. Find out more: A: You asked about doing two years overseas. Two years of study in the United States, Britain or Australia is expensive, so make sure you are able to afford it. Please subscribe or log in to continue reading the full article. Get unlimited access to all stories at $0.99/month Latest headlines and exclusive stories In-depth analyses and award-winning multimedia content Get access to all with our no-contract promotional package at only $0.99/month for the first 3 months* Subscribe now *Terms and conditions apply.

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Off to climb ‘Mount Fuji’ here to raise funds for special needs youth

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Over the next three months, eight people with special needs in Singapore will each attempt to scale the equivalent of Mount Fuji, which stands at 3,776m. They will climb hills and stairs around Singapore, and track the distance on the Strava mobile app. The eight are participants of YMCA's Special Needs Inclusive Challenge 2021, which was flagged off by President Halimah Yacob at the Istana yesterday. It aims to raise $250,000 to support YMCA's programmes for youth with special needs, and will end on May 29. Addressing participants in a recorded message, Madam Halimah said: "I am encouraged by the confidence and courage shown by YMCA and their special needs ambassadors. It proves that those with special needs also have special talents." Among the eight are returning participants, Ms Oh Siew May, 50, and Mr Harun Rahamad, 32, who both took part in a 2019 edition of the challenge in Japan. They climbed Mount Fuji together with eight others but had to abandon the effort less than 500m from the top because of harsh weather. Ms Oh said: "Disabled does not mean being unable. For those with special needs and those going through hard times due to Covid-19, I want to stir up our spirits and...

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S’pore residents living in smaller HDB flats more likely to have aspirations for better housing

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SINGAPORE - Singapore residents who live in smaller Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats are more likely to have aspirations for better housing, as compared to those who live in five-room or executive flats. Such aspirations to have a bigger flat, to live in private property, or to live in a purchased flat instead of a rental flat, are also the most prevalent among younger HDB residents, with more than seven in 10 of those aged below 35 who wanted to do so. Meanwhile, close to eight in 10 elderly HDB residents aged 65 and above said they were content with their flat type. These findings were captured in the latest HDB Sample Household Survey released on Wednesday (Feb 10). It is conducted once every five years. The report, which surveyed about 7,800 HDB households in 2018, tackled issues related to public housing, ranging from residents' housing aspirations, to their family ties and aspirations. Aspirations for better housing saw the highest increase among those living in one- and two-room flats, with more than half saying in 2018 that they wished to have better housing, compared to 37 per cent of respondents in 2008. The figure increased by 10.8 percentage points from 2008 to...

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Government will start conversation series with young families, says Minister Indranee Rajah

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SINGAPORE - A new series of conversations aimed at young families will explore whether working from home, which became the norm during the Covid-19 pandemic, should be here to stay. Announcing the plan for the conversations on Friday (Jan 1), Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Indranee Rajah said the past year has been tough for young couples, with some deferring marriage plans and others putting off having kids, and the Government wants to hear from them about their post-pandemic hopes and needs. Ms Indranee, who oversees the National Population and Talent Division, said the ultimate aim is to better support families, to encourage parenthood. One thing she hopes the conversations will shed light on is how families feel about working from home, forced upon the world by the pandemic. She noted that some couples appreciate the flexibility it brings, while there are also those who find it stressful. "Prior to Covid many employers, and many employees as well, felt working from home was difficult to do," she said. "But... many companies have adapted, many people have also adapted, and what was previously thought not possible has been found to be possible. What is very clear is it c...

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JobsPivot Joins 2021 Efforts to Combat Unemployment in Singapore

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Opportunities Provider Aims to Help Struggling Singaporeans Rebound After Difficult Year Singapore - JobsPivot today announced a series of job fairs and training partnerships in 2021 meant to help mitigate the effects of the economic downturn caused by COVID-19 in Singapore. These efforts are targeted at segments of the population most vulnerable to longer-term unemployment: those without tertiary qualifications, those in non-PMET jobs, and those aged 60 and above. Incorporated on 4 June 2020, JobsPivot began its mission to connect the right talents with the right opportunities by launching its proprietary online job portal. To further streamline the communication pathway between employers and jobseekers, it launched a marketing consultancy, utilizing its knowledge of jobseekers' online behaviour to create effective ads and social media outreach initiatives for businesses. "2020 was a very challenging year for all Singaporeans, especially those from low-income segments of the population," said Bob Hafiz, Managing Director at JobsPivot. "Our aim for 2021 is to provide clarity and confidence career-wise to those still struggling to rebound from retrenchments." Impact of COVID-19 on t...

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Membership fees for 4,500 young lawyers and those in small to medium-sized firms waived by Singapore Academy of Law

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SINGAPORE - Young lawyers and those from small and medium-sized law firms will not need to pay mandatory membership fees to the Singapore Academy of Law (SAL) for next year (2021) in the light of the economic fallout from Covid-19. SAL announced on Thursday (Oct 29) that it has pledged $1 million to waive the mandatory fees for over 4,500 legal professionals, in its second relief package for the profession. Those eligible for the latest relief scheme include lawyers who were called to the bar from 2016, and those working in a law firm with 10 lawyers or fewer. The membership fees, which all lawyers must pay, would have cost them between $128.40 and $374.50 each. SAL chief executive Serene Wee said this group needs the most support, based on a survey carried out by the academy in April. Said Ms Wee: "Five months after we announced our first-ever relief package for members, the economic fallout from Covid-19 continues, with no sign of abating any time soon. Many members continue to face challenging times and SAL stands in solidarity with them." In the first relief package, each member received $150 in credits to purchase SAL publications or sign up for learning programmes. Those who ...