Voters turn up in droves despite morning downpour; 82% have cast their votes as at 5pm | Gen Zs flipping script on career fulfilment

Plus: Travellers to Johor can expect five-hour jam due to heavy traffic at Tuas Checkpoint | If this e-mail is not displayed properly, click here. SATURDAY, MAY 03 2025 Amee Enriquez Deputy Newsletter Editor Good evening, Some of Singapore's 2.6 million voters got a rainy start at the polls today, with many braving the early morning torrential downpour to cast their votes amid flash-flood warnings in several areas. Lines started forming about an hour before the 1,240 polling centres, across schools, void decks and Housing Board pavilions, opened their gates at 8am. Follow ST's Polling Day live for the latest. Meanwhile, Singaporeans living abroad headed to the polls on May 3 – encountering no crowds and short waiting times – to cast their vote at the nation's overseas polling stations. Singapore Voters turn up in droves despite morning downpour; 82% have cast their votes as at 5pm Senior citizens, those with mobility issues and individuals with special needs were given priority at polling centres. World No crowds, short waiting times as overseas Singaporeans cast their ballots The overseas votes in 2020 largely followed patterns similar to citizens who voted locally. Singapore GE2025: What time will the election results be out? Here is how election night will play out. Singapore Travellers to Johor can expect five-hour jam due to heavy traffic at Tuas Checkpoint: ICA ICA advised travellers to check traffic conditions before embarking on their journey. Business The risks of being shareholders of private companies Unlike investing in publicly listed companies, it is not so easy to exit a private firm. Life Enter the 'career imposters': Gen Zs flipping the script on career fulfilment More Gen Zs are switching careers early to chase purpose rather than conventional notions of stability. Asia Australians sizzle on election day with 'democracy sausages' and 'budgie smugglers' Voting began on May 3 in Australia's national election. Asia Potential spies? Spotlight on Chinese returnees in the job market Some employers are said to be more hesitant about recruiting people who have studied abroad. Life 'Before I die, I want to make a film': The terminally ill find comfort and hope in creative pursuits Painting, writing and publishing books are legacy projects that can give meaning as time runs out. Life Coolest Mother's Day treats: Croissant bouquets, heart-shaped bao, cakes and more Take the sentimental route with mum-inspired dishes by chefs honouring their mothers. 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.