2023年1月核心通胀率达到5.5％，小贩食物价格也水涨船高。很多人用餐时会谨慎选择，能省就省。

As Singapore's core inflation surged to 5.5% in January 2023, hawker food prices followed suit, prompting people to be more selective with their meals and prioritize saving.

新加坡对野生动物采取包容政策。水獭、猴子、野猪、野鸡、犀鸟、乌鸦、蟒蛇，在岛国各有不同的故事得以见报。

Singapore embraces wildlife with inclusive policies. Otters, monkeys, wild boars, pheasants, hornbills, crows, and pythons reside on the island nation, each with its own intriguing narrative.

为防止海平面上升后海水泛滥，一些靠海公路如尼诰通道和樟宜海岸路部分路段垫高了0.5至0.8公尺。

To prevent seawater inundation when sea levels rise, some roads by the coastline, such as Nicoll Drive and parts of Changi Coast Road, have been elevated by 0.5 to 0.8 metres.

冠病肆虐时，居家办公成常态；夫妻在同一屋檐下成了同事，很多状况须要相互适应。

Amidst the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work became commonplace. Couples faced the challenge of working together in the same environment, accommodating each other's habits and routines.

李显龙总理在2019年国庆群众大会演说中展示地图，说明我国哪些地区面对较大的淹水风险后，这些区域的组屋转售价下跌约2.9%。

Building taller buildings alone is the answer to combat floods?

有人没借阿窿却被骚扰，十分无辜。这可能是有人借用他的住址借钱，或者原屋主搬家后没更新住址，又或者是邻居借了钱不还，大耳窿以这种方式来向他／她施压。

Find the right address! Loan shark harassment can occur when innocent individuals' addresses are fraudulently used for borrowing money.

This happens if the borrower moved and did not update his residential address or a neighbour defaulted on a loan, and loan sharks target nearby residents as a pressure tactic.

因疫情关系，在家办公成了常见的模式。如果办公时还要照顾孩子，煮饭做家务，真是一大挑战。

An all-in-one work station! Working from home during the pandemic posed challenges for individuals responsible for childcare, cooking, and housework alongside their work duties.

2014年10月7日多多推出新玩法，最低投注增至$1，首奖奖金至少100万。从那时开始，多多的累积奖超过两百万并不少见，超过四百万的也不稀奇。

Since October 7, 2014, Toto's game features a minimum bet of $1 and top prizes starting at $1 million. Cumulative prizes often exceed $2 million, and sometimes reach $4 million.

研究显示，吸烟者患上冠心病和中风的风险比常人高2至4倍，肺癌的发病率甚至高出25倍。庆幸的是，戒烟一年就能把患冠心病的风险减半。

Studies indicate that smokers face a 2 to 4 times greater risk of coronary heart disease and stroke compared to the general population, with a staggering 25 times higher likelihood of developing lung cancer.

However, there is a silver lining: quitting smoking for only one year can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease by 50%.

新加坡倡导维护大自然，以包容的心态让野生动物在本土自由自在地生长和繁衍。水獭、猴子、野猪、野鸡的数量在各组屋区有不断增加的趋势。

Singapore is committed to preserving nature and promoting ecological stability, fostering an environment where wildlife can flourish in their natural habitats. This inclusive approach allows us to coexist with nature and collectively appreciate the beauty of our land.

2019年7月1日在阿联酋首都阿布扎比举行的气候会议上，联合国秘书长古特雷斯警告，气候变化引起的灾难每周侵袭世界各地，如洪水、旱灾、热浪、野火及超级风暴。极端天气不断发生，比全球科学家所预测的更迅猛。

At a climate conference in Abu Dhabi on July 1, 2019, UN Secretary-General Guterres cautioned that climate change-induced disasters like floods, droughts, heatwaves, wildfires, and superstorms are happening globally on a weekly basis, surpassing scientists' predictions.

2017年9月宣誓就职的新加坡首位女总统哈莉玛，原本不打算入住总统府，而是继续居住在义顺的组屋单位。过后哈莉玛接受了内政部的建议，搬入新居。

Singapore's first female president, Halima Yacob, initially planned to stay in her Yishun HDB flat but eventually moved to the Istana following the Home Affairs Ministry's suggestion.

野猪撞人或伤人事件时有所闻。2022年3月初，义顺就发生至少三起野猪撞人事件，造成最少三人受伤，国家公园局关闭了义顺公园以搜捕野猪，使野生动物闯入社区问题再度引起关注。

In early March 2022, there were three recorded incidents of wild boars injuring people at Yishun, prompting the National Park Board to temporarily close Yishun Park for the capture of the animals. This drew public attention to the recurring issue of wildlife intrusion.

2019年1月1日起，乌节路公共场所正式划为禁烟区，烟客只能在特定吸烟区内抽烟，违例者可能被罚款。

From 1 January 2019, all public areas in Orchard Road have been designated as no-smoking areas. Smokers can only light up in specific smoking zones. Offenders may be fined.

本地年长员工就业率持续走高，在55岁至64岁年龄层中仍在职场者的比率，从2019年的67.6%增至2022年的70.6%；同段时期，65岁至69岁还在上班者的占比，也从44.6%增至47.5%。

The employment rate of older employees in Singapore is increasing. Currently, 70.6% of individuals aged 55 to 64 remain employed, compared to 67.6% in 2019. Similarly, the employment rate for individuals aged 65 to 69 has risen to 47.5% from 44.6%.

住在组屋的新加坡警察部队和民防部队K-9警犬单位，以及新加坡武装部队军事工作犬单位（Military Working Dogs）的训犬员，能领养体型比一般流浪狗大的退休灵犬。

Dog trainers from Singapore's Police Force, Civil Defence Force, and Military Working Dogs Unit can adopt retired sniffer dogs in HDB flats. These dogs are larger than typical strays.

租金诱人，非法出租组屋的问题明显加剧。违例的屋主激增，也因为有人非法短期出租组屋，把组屋当成民宿，招来外国旅客入住。

The issue of illegal subletting of HDB flats has escalated. This is partly driven by homeowners illicitly subletting their flats to tourists for short-term stays.

圣诞老人有1700多岁了，他在我们眼前出现时依然精神奕奕，充满正能量。这是不是因为他每年只须工作一个月的关系呢？

Santa Claus is more than 1,700 years old, yet he still appears to be high-spirited and full of positivity. Is this because he only has to work for one month every year?

公共场合需要一些规定，才能维持秩序，确保公众安全。除此之外，只要不影响大家，偶尔发挥一下创意也是不错的！

Public places require regulations to uphold order and ensure public safety. However, it's enjoyable to embrace creativity occasionally, as long as it doesn't affect others!

发展住宅，往往就是迫使野生动物搬离它们世代居住的树林。野生动物不懂维权，否则发展商搞不好还得另拨一笔赔款。

Housing developments often displace wildlife from their longstanding habitats in the woods. Developers may have to provide significant compensation if wild animals could defend their rights.

城市化的结果，是野生动物跟人类的活动范围越靠越近，以致多处重复了。我们既然不喜欢它们侵占我们的私有空间，同样的就不应该到它们的活动区域跟它们抢食物。

Urbanization is causing the convergence of wildlife and human activity areas, leading to multiple overlaps. Just as we dislike wildlife invading our private space, it is essential to refrain from encroaching on their habitats and consuming their resources.

2022年，国家发展部长李智陞透露，本地有10个水獭家族。碧山—宏茂桥公园是"碧山10"水獭家族常出没的栖息地。

In 2022, Minister for National Development Desmond Lee revealed that there are 10 otter families identified in Singapore.

女佣到我国打工，帮助她们发展专业也是重要的。她们可以利用星期天参加培训，提升知识与技能。长期专业课程则包括如何应对孩童在家中的紧急情况，以及为产妇准备坐月餐等。

Supporting the professional development of domestic helpers in Singapore is important. Domestic helpers can attend training courses on Sundays to enhance their knowledge and skills, covering areas like dealing with children's emergencies and preparing confinement meals for new mothers.

登加新镇是建屋局继榜鹅新镇后，最新规划的一个拥有4万2000个住宅单位的新镇，登加新镇将以农村、田园、果庄等为主题，分别打造五个各具特色的住宅区，即田园区、绿苑区、园林区、红砖区及山景区。

Tengah is HDB's newest town development following Punggol New Town and has 42,000 residential units. Tengah will be divided into 5 distinct residential districts, namely the Park District, Garden District, Plantation District, Brickland District, and Forest Hill District.

鸟患叫人头痛，两只鸽子在短短两年内便可繁衍出260只小鸽。将避孕药掺入饲料中使鸟儿不孕是一种比较人道的方法。

Bird overpopulation can be a nuisance. Two pigeons can multiply to 260 in just two years. Mixing birth control pills with bird feed is a humane method of population control.

你有没有处处抢先，事事炫耀的朋友？为人处世，还是心态平和一些，身体健康最重要！

Have friends who constantly show off their superiority? Stay peaceful and prioritize good health above all.

公园局经常吁请公众，在野猪出没的地区，要小心预防，遇上野猪时，不要接近或给它们喂食。至于另一种“猪哥”，就比较难预防了，因为他们外表看起来可能和一般人一模一样。

The National Parks Board frequently advises the public to exercise caution in areas inhabited by wild boars and avoid approaching or feeding them. When it comes to gropers, it becomes more difficult to avoid them as they can appear indistinguishable from regular individuals.

所有人每天都在做的一件事就是制造垃圾，无一例外。就连大自然都会落下有碍市容的落叶。我们都该感激辛勤的清道夫，他们跟从事美容行业的人一样，也是城市的美容师。

Each day, waste is generated by people, and even nature contribute unwanted fallen leaves. It is important to show recognition and gratitude towards our committed cleaners who work tirelessly to enhance the aesthetics of our city.

人口老化，乘坐代步工具外出的老人越来越多，公路和邻里设施是不是要增加交通管制？

Given the increasing number of elderly individuals using mobility devices for commuting, it may be necessary to strengthen traffic control on roads and in neighborhood facilities.

近几年来，骨痛热症病例居高不下，2022年就累计3万2175起骨痛热症病例。国人应该清除环境中的积水，保持良好的卫生管理，才能杜绝蚊子滋生。

Dengue fever cases have remained high, reaching 32,175 in 2022. To prevent mosquito breeding, removing stagnant water and maintaining good sanitation are essential.

1946年到1964年出世率很高，一家七八口很常见，称为婴儿潮，这种“盛况”如今已不复返。

From 1946 to 1964, the baby boom era witnessed high birth rates and larger families in Singapore. However, this trend has since ceased to exist in recent times.

5月31日是世界无烟日，香烟除了对人体有害之外，世界卫生组织也特别强调烟草对地球环境的危害，称烟草业是世界最大污染者之一。

World Smoke-free Day (31st May) brings awareness to the detrimental effects of tobacco on human health and the environment. The tobacco industry plays a significant role in global pollution, underscoring the need for action and awareness.