Pope Francis dies at age 88 | Johor-S’pore SEZ offers chance to strengthen supply chains amid tariff uncertainty: DPM Gan

Plus: 6 taken to hospital after People's Park Complex fire | If this e-mail is not displayed properly, click here. MONDAY, APR 21 2025 Amee Enriquez Deputy Newsletter Editor Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said on April 21. He was 88, and had recently survived a serious bout of double pneumonia. In other news, six people were taken to hospital following a fire at People's Park Complex in Chinatown early today. For key highlights on the GE2025 campaign trail delivered to your inbox, sign up here. World Pope Francis dies at age 88 Leaders around the world reacted to the Pope's death with praise for his efforts to reform the worldwide Church. Singapore 'Rest in peace, Papa': Catholics in Singapore mourn Pope Francis The pontiff had visited Singapore in September 2024. Asia Johor-Singapore SEZ offers chance to strengthen supply chains amid tariff uncertainty: DPM Gan It demonstrates how like-minded countries can work together to overcome challenges facing them, he says. Singapore SM Teo will not stand in Pasir Ris-Changi GRC The PAP team in Pasir Ris-Changi will be led by Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Indranee Rajah. Singapore Maliki Osman retiring from politics after 24 years He had earlier introduced Madam Hazlina Abdul Halim as his successor in East Coast GRC. Singapore Changi Beach now safe for swimming, says NEA, following Johor oil spill The oil spill occurred near the mouth of Johor river on April 3, and affected North-east Singapore. Singapore 6 taken to hospital after fire at People's Park Complex The fire involved cleaning supplies and equipment in a storage area on Level 6. Singapore Flash flood in Yishun Ave 7 is estate's third in 9 days The area also experienced flash floods on April 13 and April 18. Business What individuals can do to help manage healthcare costs in Singapore These include consuming healthcare services sensibly and staying healthy. Life The Snackpacker's Guide: 8 snacks from Thai supermarket Big C to haul home For under $6, find snacks that are spicy, savoury, zesty and uniquely Thai. If you received this newsletter from someone, sign up here to get daily updates right in your inbox! If you have any feedback, please drop us an e-mail at st-newsletters@sph.com.sg Sign up for more free newsletters from The Straits Times here. Manage subscription here.