Singapore Government
When vaping wrecks your lungs, how do doctors save them?
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- When vaping wrecks your lungs, how do doctors save them?
- Runtime
- 1:17
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- Damage from vaping can be irreversible and, sometimes, a lung lavage is a last chance at survival. 😔 Hear how one man survived the painful experience in our 2-part vape vodcast to find out more about the dangers and consequences of vaping at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape.
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit https://gov.sg/QuitVape for help now. #quitvape
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- Making online spaces safer
- Runtime
- 2:03
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Parliament on 5 Nov 2025, Minister for Law Edwin Tong explained how the Online Safety (Relief and Accountability) Bill, or OSRA, will protect victims, hold wrongdoers accountable, and set clear standards to build a safer and more responsible internet space.
As a comprehensive legal framework, OSRA creates protective mechanisms for victims of online harms to seek timely justice and redress through the Online Safety Commission whilst shaping online norms grounded in respect and responsibility for all.
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- Key improvements to strengthen the child protection ecosystem
- Runtime
- 2:04
- Date posted
- 7 months ago
- Description
- In Parliament on 5 Nov 2025, Minister-in-charge of Social Services Integration Desmond Lee shared that the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) will strengthen the child protection ecosystem via three areas:
1. Improve the clarity of roles within the ecosystem,
2. Foster a stronger learning culture, and
3. Provide more structured support for social service practitioners.
MSF will consult and work closely with the social service sector to progressively implement the recommendations and complete them by end-2026.
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- 31 October 2025
- Runtime
- 1:09
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Title
- An evil that takes away your loved ones forever – Delfard's story
- Runtime
- 0:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- A father's worst fear, made real.
Delfard Tay lost his 19-year-old daughter to vaping.
Don't let vaping take someone you love.
Stop vape. Don't wait. Find out more at https://gov.sg/QuitVape.
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- An evil that steals your breath from the inside – Dandiar’s story
- Runtime
- 0:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- It took his breath away – and nearly his life.
Dandiar Rosli went through 4 lung washes to survive damage from vaping.
Vaping damages your heart, lungs and brain.
Stop vape. Don't wait. Find out more at https://gov.sg/QuitVape.
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- An evil that doesn’t hide under the bed – Harichandran's story
- Runtime
- 0:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- There's an evil that's haunting your friends – waiting to take them away forever.
Harichandran's* friend was just 17 when vaping took his life.
Don't let vaping claim another life. Help your friends fight back.
Stop vape. Don't wait. Find out more at https://gov.sg/QuitVape.
*Name changed to protect identity
- Title
- Ep 7: Ready, Steady, Go!
- Runtime
- 1:37
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Everything has to come to an end at some point 😪 As this series closes its chapter for now I hope everyone managed to learn a thing or two, and stay strong through your own job search journey! To all the hiring managers out there - watch out… I’m coming for you!!!!! HEHE 🤭 #pleasehireme #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- An evil that hides in plain sight (Tamil)
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What if I told you… the scariest stories aren’t streaming on screen, but happening all around us?
No jump scares. No special effects. Just lives changed forever by vaping.
The horrors of vaping are real. Stop vape. Don’t wait. Get help to quit at https://www.gov.sg/QuitVape
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- An evil that hides in plain sight (Malay)
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What if I told you… the scariest stories aren’t streaming on screen, but happening all around us?
No jump scares. No special effects. Just lives changed forever by vaping.
The horrors of vaping are real. Stop vape. Don’t wait. Get help to quit at https://gov.sg/QuitVape
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- An evil that hides in plain sight (Chinese)
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What if I told you… the scariest stories aren’t streaming on screen, but happening all around us?
No jump scares. No special effects. Just lives changed forever by vaping.
The horrors of vaping are real. Stop vape. Don’t wait. Get help to quit at https://gov.sg/QuitVape
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- Ep 6: Found My Ground in the Grind
- Runtime
- 1:39
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Stress levels have been rising these days as I get deeper into my job hunt 😪 So, I decided to finally take a mental health break~ Can’t believe it’s already episode 6️⃣ and the next one’s my wrap-up at episode 7️⃣!! (6️⃣7️⃣‼️)
When you’re ready to get back on your job search journey, check out CareerHealth.sg or apply for GRIT@Gov traineeships - applications are now open! 💼💪 #relax #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- How to Help Young Vapers: An Expert's Views (Chinese)
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What signs of vaping should parents look out for, and how should they respond if they suspect their child is vaping? We speak to a professional to learn more.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape
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- How to Help Young Vapers: An Expert's Views
- Runtime
- 2:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What signs of vaping should parents look out for, and how should they respond if they suspect their child is vaping? We speak to a professional to learn more.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape
- Title
- An evil that hides in plain sight
- Runtime
- 1:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- What if I told you… the scariest stories aren’t streaming on screen, but happening all around us?
No jump scares. No special effects. Just lives changed forever by vaping.
The horrors of vaping are real. Stop vape. Don’t wait. Get help to quit at https://gov.sg/QuitVape
- Title
- The Dangers of Vaping: An Expert's Views (Malay)
- Runtime
- 2:25
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Vaping isn't a safer alternative to smoking, the chemical in e-vaporisers can damage your lungs, heart and brain.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape
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- The Dangers of Vaping: An Expert's Views (Chinese)
- Runtime
- 1:40
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Vaping isn't a safer alternative to smoking, the chemical in e-vaporisers can damage your lungs, heart and brain.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape
- Title
- Vaping Truths: Impact of Vapes on Youths
- Runtime
- 19:44
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Youths are especially vulnerable to the dangers of vaping. In this episode, we dive into how vaping affects young people, from health risks to social pressures, and explore meaningful ways to start a conversation with them. Discover the real impact in this eye-opening 2-part vodcast.
This episode features special guests:
• Dr Annabelle Chow - Clinical Psychologist
• Delfard Tay - Lost his daughter, Shermaine Tay, to Kpods
• RunnerKao - Social Media Influencer, @runnerkao
Watch the other episode of this vodcast at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape
➡️ Get help to quit vaping with the QuitVape programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape.
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00:00 Introduction
00:56 Rising trend of vaping among youths
01:39 Youth psychology & development
02:35 Science behind addiction
04:03 Immediate consequences on youths
04:41 Delfard and his late daughter
05:18 Misconcep...
- Title
- Ep 5: Maximum Effort!
- Runtime
- 1:15
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Visited a career fair to max out my aura points~ 💼 I learnt so much from the sigma recruiters I met 💯 Some people were even taking interviews right after 🤫 #pleasehireme #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- Ep 4: Getting Schooled by a Career Coach 😲
- Runtime
- 2:12
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Darren, my career coach, and I be tight now‼️ Head down to e2i for a chance to meet experts who will guide you through your job search journey 🤭 I felt like I had a free personal tutor fr 💯 #pleasehireme #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce: Engagement Highlights
- Runtime
- 3:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Over the past few months, the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) has been engaging with Singaporeans to hear how they have been adapting to the evolving economic landscape. Here’s what they had to say.
For more information on SERT and the support available, head to https;//go.gov.sg/sert
- Title
- The Dangers of Vaping: An Expert's Views
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Vaping isn't a safer alternative to smoking, the chemicals in e-vaporisers can damage your lungs, heart and brain.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at gov.sg/quitvape
![Parliament Sitting 14 October 2025 [English interpretation]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/36YqLoKFLE4/3.jpg)
- Title
- Parliament Sitting 14 October 2025 [English interpretation]
- Runtime
- 7:51:05
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- This is the live-stream of the Parliament proceedings on 14 October 2025 provided by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI).
The Order Paper can be accessed at https://www.parliament.gov.sg/parliamentary-business/order-paper
Any use of the video recordings of Parliamentary sessions is subject to MDDI's Terms and Conditions found at https://www.mddi.gov.sg/what-we-do/parliament/livestream. By using the recordings or any part thereof, you are agreeing to be legally bound by the Terms and Conditions.
If you wish to otherwise obtain copies of, and/or to use the recordings or any part thereof separate from the Terms and Conditions, please write in to MDDI_Connects@mddi.gov.sg.
- Title
- Parliament Sitting 14 October 2025
- Runtime
- 7:40:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- This is the live-stream of the Parliament proceedings on 14 October 2025 provided by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI).
The Order Paper can be accessed at https://www.parliament.gov.sg/parliamentary-business/order-paper
Any use of the video recordings of Parliamentary sessions is subject to MDDI's Terms and Conditions found at https://www.mddi.gov.sg/what-we-do/parliament/livestream. By using the recordings or any part thereof, you are agreeing to be legally bound by the Terms and Conditions.
If you wish to otherwise obtain copies of, and/or to use the recordings or any part thereof separate from the Terms and Conditions, please write in to MDDI_Connects@mddi.gov.sg.
- Title
- Impact of tariffs on Singapore's pharmaceutical sector
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- In response to the US' intended implementation of 100% tariff on all branded or patented pharmaceutical products, Singapore is engaging the US Administration to secure a preferential tariff arrangement for exports given that pharmaceutical industry is a key contributor to Singapore’s economy. With greater global uncertainty, the five committees undertaking the Economic Strategy Review (ESR) will provide an update in due course.
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs & Trade and Industry Gan Siow Huang was speaking in Parliament on 14 October 2025.
- Title
- Delfard's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:18
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Delfard lost his daughter, Shermaine, to Kpods.😔 Now he’s sharing her story to save others. Hear their story in our 2-part vodcast at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape 🔗
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now. #quitvape
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- Prof Raymond Chua's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:36
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Singapore is cracking down hard on vaping.😠 Hear from the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on the serious dangers and consequences of vaping - watch our 2-part vodcast at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape!
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now. #quitvape
- Title
- Vaping Truths: Health Risks & Regulations
- Runtime
- 19:09
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- From the health risks of vaping to the Government's stepped-up regime against vapes - this eye-opening vodcast special reveals the real and rising dangers of vape use and what’s being done to tackle the issue.
This episode features special guests:
• Adjunct Associate Prof Puah Ser Hon - Head and Senior Consultant, Department of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
• Adjunct Prof Dr Raymond Chua - Chief Executive of Health Sciences Authority (HSA)
• Muhammad Dandiar Rosli - Ex-Vaper
➡️ Get help to quit vaping with the QuitVape programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape
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00:00 Introduction
00:48 Dandiar’s vaping journey
01:02 Health complications
01:40 Mixing smoking and vaping
02:44 Myth that vaping is safer than smoking
03:29 Harmful chemicals in vape liquids
04:18 One vape pod can contain as much nicotine as 4 packs of cigarettes...
- Title
- RunnerKao's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:28
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Vaping is NOT SIGMA 🐺❌ If you want to be truly sigma 😏- watch out for our 2-part vodcast on the dangers and consequences of vaping featuring @runnerkao himself at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape!
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now #quitvape
- Title
- Dan's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:21
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Don’t risk your health.😔 Dan’s vaping experience nearly killed him. Hear how he was brought back from the brink of death in our 2-part vodcast on the deadly consequences of vaping 🫁 at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape! 🔗
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now. #quitvape
- Title
- Ep 3: The Force is Strong in This One😎
- Runtime
- 1:32
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Who knew I’d meet so many people going through the same job search journey as me!
🤩 Special thanks to Minister Dr Tan See Leng for the shoutout! 💯
#ndr2025 #pleasehireme #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- Dr Annabelle's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:26
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Vaping may be a tough topic to bring up with your kids, but here's how you can talk to them - Clinical Psychologist Dr Annabelle breaks it down in our 2-part vodcast. Watch it now at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape! 🤝
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now. #quitvape
- Title
- Dr Puah's Hot Takes: Vape Edition 💨
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Second-hand vape harms your loved ones too! Find out more about the truth, dangers and consequences of vaping at https://go.gov.sg/hot-takes-vape!
If you or a loved one is struggling with vaping, visit gov.sg/quitvape for help now #quitvape
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- Applications for Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt) now open
- Runtime
- 2:13
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- The Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce had earlier announced that it would introduce the Business Adaptation Grant (BizAdapt) to help businesses in Singapore navigate the new tariff environment and strengthen supply chain resilience.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong announced on 7 October 2025 that applications for BizAdapt are now open. Interested businesses can apply via the Business Grants Portal https://www.enterprisesg.gov.sg/financial-support/business-adaptation-grant.
- Title
- Deepavali 2025: Blockbuster Deepavali (Trailer)
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- This Deepavali, a hero rises… Meet Kathir Kanth – not your typical hero, but a neighbour with a mission to brighten lives and make everyday moments blockbuster-worthy. 🕺💥
Watch his story unfold at:
https://go.gov.sg/deepavali2025-yt
#Deepavali2025 #SG60 #BlockbusterDeepavali
- Title
- Deepavali 2025: Blockbuster Deepavali (Trailer)
- Runtime
- 0:20
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- This Deepavali, a hero rises… Meet Kathir Kanth – not your typical hero, but a neighbour with a mission to brighten lives and make everyday moments blockbuster-worthy. 🕺💥
Watch his story unfold at: https://go.gov.sg/deepavali2025-yt
#Deepavali2025 #SG60 #BlockbusterDeepavali
- Title
- Deepavali 2025: Blockbuster Deepavali
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- Powered by an original composition by renown local musician Shabir, watch our neighbourhood hero Kathir Kanth spark smiles, one act of kindness at a time, as he paves the way for a truly #BlockbusterDeepavali. 🏙️✨
The true brilliance of Deepavali shines through when the community comes together to spread warmth and kindness.
Be the light this Deepavali and brighten lives with SGSHARE:
https://go.gov.sg/2025deepavali-yt
#Deepavali2025 #SG60
- Title
- Ep 2: Job Teleportal
- Runtime
- 0:48
- Date posted
- 8 months ago
- Description
- My physical health and mental health are all good for aura maxxing~
For now, I gotta bring my career health aura points up!!! 🆙 🆙 🆙 Check it yourself at careerhealth.sg and find your own career path‼️ #pleasehireme #govsg #intern #singapore
- Title
- Ep 1: Life Rant!!!
- Runtime
- 1:01
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- gov.sg intern here trying desperately to get my job search journey on the road #SERT
- Title
- HSA and MOE conducted joint enforcement operations #vape #stopvaping
- Runtime
- 0:45
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- For 3 weeks in September, HSA and MOE conducted joint enforcement operations to crack down on vaping in Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). One person was caught and fined on the spot during one of the operations. Moving forward, IHLs will work with HBP to raise awareness of the harms of vaping among their students.
Get help to quit with the QuitVape Programme at https://www.gov.sg/quitvape.
- Title
- The importance of constantly pushing boundaries
- Runtime
- 2:30
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- While the challenges ahead will be different from those in the past, the core principle remains: to be bold, innovative and pragmatic in finding solutions that work for Singapore. To take Singapore to SG100 and beyond, we need people who put We before Me and the collective before self.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing was speaking in Parliament on 26 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Ensuring no one is left behind
- Runtime
- 2:32
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- As Singapore grows economically, we must ensure that no one is left behind. Avenues for social mobility must always be kept accessible, especially for those starting with a disadvantage, and everyone should contribute in their own ways to support those with less and help uplift the less privileged.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing was speaking in Parliament on 26 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Earning our place in the world
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Singapore must position itself as a reliable and resilient partner, amidst a tariff environment that continues to reshape trade and investment flows. To do so, we must grow our talent networks in ways that carefully balance our integration needs with the need to remain relevant.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing was speaking in Parliament on 26 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Securing our place in a changing world
- Runtime
- 2:54
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Singapore's strongest deterrence is not any weapon system, but our collective will to fight for what we believe in. We must take positions based on principles that promote Singapore's survival and success.
Coordinating Minister for Public Services and Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing was speaking in Parliament on 26 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Transforming our education system
- Runtime
- 1:57
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Singapore is transforming our education system under Forward Singapore, moving beyond high-stakes examinations to nurture well-rounded individuals. We will reduce exam pressures, strengthen character development, deepen community partnerships, and ensure inclusive learning environments where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive together in an AI-transformed world.
Minister for Education & Minister-in-charge of Social Services Integration Desmond Lee was speaking in Parliament on 25 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Adopting a whole-of-society approach to address social issues
- Runtime
- 2:00
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- Singapore is transforming the way we tackle complex social issues through collaborative networks that bring together government agencies, social service organisations, and community partners. Programmes like ComLink+, KidSTART, and the PEERS Network demonstrate our shift from working in silos to adopting a whole-of-society approach. Built on trust and strong partnerships, these initiatives enable us to address issues such as inequality, homelessness, and hoarding more effectively and sustainably.
Minister for Education & Minister-in-charge of Social Services Integration Desmond Lee was speaking in Parliament on 25 Sept 2025.
- Title
- Providing sufficient assurances
- Runtime
- 1:21
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Government will strengthen retirement adequacy, continue reinforcing safety nets for those needing help, and build on initiatives like Healthier SG and Age Well SG. These measures are already helping to bring down income inequality in Singapore, with our Gini coefficient now at its lowest in over two decades. The Government will continue innovating social policies to ensure Singaporeans feel assured and supported at every life stage, whilst ensuring opportunities and progress are fairly shared across society.
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong was speaking at the Parliamentary proceedings on 24 Sept 2025
- Title
- ‘We First’ spirit of solidarity
- Runtime
- 1:43
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Government advocates for a "We First" society that prioritises collective good over self-interest, where individual success depends on a strong community foundation, requiring people to embrace their individuality whilst looking out for one another. This spirit of solidarity reflects how Singapore's forefathers of different origins, languages and religions came together to build the nation.
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong was speaking at the Parliamentary proceedings on 24 Sept 2025
- Title
- The People’s Association and Singapore’s social fabric
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- To strengthen our social fabric, Singaporeans must take steps to interact with and learn more from each other, regardless of background. The People’s Association has been working towards this goal through its organisation of activities that bring residents together. For instance, Residents’ and Neighbourhood Committees have been merged into Residents’ Networks, allowing for freer interaction between people from public housing and private property.
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong was speaking at the Parliamentary proceedings on 24 Sept 2025
- Title
- Helping every Singaporean realise their full potential
- Runtime
- 1:46
- Date posted
- 9 months ago
- Description
- The Government will invest more in the early years, through deepening support for children from disadvantaged backgrounds, pressing ahead with reforms in schools and further broadening definitions of success.
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong was speaking at the Parliamentary proceedings on 24 Sept 2025
