{
  "id": 15126090,
  "title": "S'pore may reschedule O-Level exams if haze reaches hazardous levels: Desmond Lee",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/spore-may-reschedule-o-level-exams-if-haze-reaches-hazardous-levels",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T17:35:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mothership",
    "slug": "mothership",
    "url": "https://mothership.sg/2026/10/singapore-may-reschedule-national-examinations-haze/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore's Minister for Education, Desmond Lee, announced on October 16th that the government may reschedule O-Level exams if the Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) forecast reaches hazardous levels, above 300. This decision comes as part of the government's efforts to protect younger students from the health risks associated with hazy conditions. Lee stated that A-Level papers are less likely to be affected, given the older age of the students taking them. However, the final decision would depend on the specific circumstances at the time. Students taking the O- and A-Level exams will sit for their papers in enclosed, air-conditioned venues equipped with air purifiers to minimize disruption. The Singapore Examinations and Assessment Board (SEAB) will provide updates on any rescheduling via its official channels and the Parents Gateway, as fake news about school closures had been circulating on social media, causing confusion and anxiety.",
  "summary": "In line with the health advisory for younger students.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}