Haze & air quality: NEA says Singapore’s PSI stays moderate to low unhealthy, with elevated 1-hour PM2.5 in the central region as smoke plumes drift in from Kalimantan and southern Sumatra; NEA urges checking readings and limiting outdoor activity for vulnerable groups. Workplace safety: MOM is investigating a worker’s death after he was struck by a hose connected to a compressed air pump at a Jurong Port Road construction site; authorities say compressed air systems must be isolated and depressurised before disconnecting. Health tech in Singapore: RSAF Rescue 10 airlifted a person needing urgent medical attention from a ship to SGH, highlighting ongoing readiness for time-critical care. Caregiving support: A new guide breaks down respite care in Singapore—what it is, who it’s for, booking timelines, and 2026 costs/options. Cancer & sleep: A local producer-director links his Stage 4 colon cancer to years of chronic short sleep and heavy caffeine/energy drink use. Sex offender policy debate: Singapore is weighing chemical castration (anti-androgen drugs) for sex offenders, but officials say effectiveness evidence is not yet conclusive. Local court & wellness industry: Mary Chia Holdings faces SGX scrutiny over unpaid CPF contributions; its auditor issued a disclaimer citing unresolved issues across multiple areas. Public health & prevention: A Singapore-focused piece warns pet owners about haze risks, especially PM2.5 effects on eyes and respiratory systems. Community wellness: Spottiswoode Park residents get $188,000 for estate upgrades via participatory budgeting, including themed void-deck seating to encourage social interaction.