National Museum of Singapore turns 139 with Stories of Everyday, 10 to 18 October

The National Museum of Singapore marks its 139th birthday with Stories of Everyday, nine days of festivities from 10 to 18 October featuring the renewed Singapore History Gallery, a living archive market and new mascot Stoney.

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The Purple Parade moves to 2027 and Beyond the Label Fest goes online as haze hits community events

The Purple Parade's 24 October event at Suntec City is postponed to the first half of 2027, Beyond the Label Fest moves online, and Botanic Gardens tours and a fire station open house are off this weekend.

Hatcheed baby fair brings more than 50 maternity and baby brands to Suntec on 17 and 18 October, free to enter

Hatcheed runs at Suntec Convention Hall 406 on 17 and 18 October, 10.30am to 7pm, with free family entry, more than 50 maternity and baby exhibitors, nursing rooms and parenting workshops including a S$30 infant development session.

O-Level papers start on 19 October and could move only if the PSI forecast turns hazardous

O-Level written papers run from 19 October to 10 November in rooms with air purifiers. MOE will consider rescheduling them only if the next day's 24-hour PSI forecast tops 300, and unwell candidates apply for special consideration through their schools.

AI Verify Foundation accredits its first five AI testers as IMDA launches an AI agent testing kit

The AI Verify Foundation has accredited AIDX Tech, Knovel Engineering, PwC Singapore, Resaro and Vulcan as AI testers, alongside an IMDA testing kit for AI agents and a new cyber taskforce.

Christmas 2026 turkey takeaways open early at three hotels, with up to 30 per cent off

Grand Copthorne Waterfront, Crowne Plaza Changi Airport and Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium have opened Christmas 2026 takeaway orders with 20 to 30 per cent early-bird discounts.

Haze calls off the FA Cup final as The Kallang keeps its pool and water sports centre shut

The FA Cup final between Police SA and Gymkhana Gaulois will not be played at Jurong East on 17 October because of haze. The SPL plays on under match-day checks, while The Kallang keeps its outdoor venues shut.

Western Sydney Airport opens 25 October, and SIA flies there daily from 23 November

Western Sydney International Airport opens on 25 October. Singapore Airlines flies SQ261 and SQ262 daily between Changi and the new airport from 23 November.

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National Museum of Singapore turns 139 with Stories of Everyday, 10 to 18 October

The National Museum of Singapore marks its 139th birthday with Stories of Everyday, nine days of festivities from 10 to 18 October featuring the renewed Singapore History Gallery, a living archive market and new mascot Stoney.

SCWO SAGE 2026: New Return-to-Work Research and Workplace Harassment Support Service Launched

At SAGE 2026, SCWO released new research on women returning to work and launched a new counselling service for workplace discrimination and harassment.

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AI Verify Foundation accredits its first five AI testers as IMDA launches an AI agent testing kit

The AI Verify Foundation has accredited AIDX Tech, Knovel Engineering, PwC Singapore, Resaro and Vulcan as AI testers, alongside an IMDA testing kit for AI agents and a new cyber taskforce.

Singtel and StarHub iPhone Duo pre-orders fully reserved a day after opening

Singtel and StarHub iPhone Duo pre-order stock was fully reserved by 17 October, a day after orders opened. M1 was still taking pre-orders until 22 October.

UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON FW26 launches in Singapore on 16 October, from S$7.90

UNIQLO and JW ANDERSON’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection goes on sale in Singapore on 16 October, with full lineup stores at Orchard Central, ION, VivoCity, Jewel, Tampines and Jem.

Sony Xperia 10 VIII goes on sale in Singapore at S$799 with free LinkBuds Clip to 4 November

The Xperia 10 VIII is on sale in Singapore at S$799 in Frozen White, Frosted Grey and Misty Lilac. Buyers until 4 November get a free case and LinkBuds Clip earbuds, and a Hello Kitty set is on pre-order at S$919.

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