The Weekly Wrap-Up

As Singapore transitions into a new endemic Covid-19 normal, the government has released the White Paper on Singapore's response to Covid-19. But was there a need to release such a white paper? Does the paper strike a balance between being both candid and self-critical? Dr. Felix Tan, Political Observer, Nanyang Technological University shares his views. 

People will soon be paying for plastic at more places, with most supermarkets set to charge at least five cents per bag from July 3.The move, part of a bid to reduce the use of disposables in Singapore, comes in tandem with efforts to ramp up recycling efforts in homes. But is this enough? What more can be done to ramp up recycling efforts in Singapore?  Tan Huileng, Executive Director. Zero Waste Singapore shares her views. 

Over the past few weeks, some residents of a Bishan HDB estate scrambled to find ways to shield themselves from attacks from crows. And to counter that issue, the National Parks Board (NParks) has said it is working with the Bishan-Toa Payoh Town Council to reduce the crow population. Tan Gim Cheong, Bird Group Chairman, Nature Society (Singapore) shares with us his views on how such instances can be avoided. 

Green is the new orange and we are back at Dorscon green! From February 13, commuters will no longer have to wear masks when taking public transport as community regulations are progressively lifted. But are Singaporeans ready to go back to 'normal'?  Dr Asok Kurup, Infectious Disease Expert, Mount Elizabeth Hospital shares his views. 

Singapore has lost its top spot for being the most Instagrammable place in the world and taking the top spots are Milan, London and Paris. Dr Kevin Cheong, Managing Partner, Syntegrate (he was formerly Chairman, Association of Singapore Attractions) shares his views on what can be done for Singapore to come back on top.