Fire Erupts in Toa Payoh HDB Flat: SCDF Responds
A fire broke out in a Housing and Development Board (HDB) flat in Toa Payoh on 29 July 2024, triggering a significant response from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).…
A fire broke out in a Housing and Development Board (HDB) flat in Toa Payoh on 29 July 2024, triggering a significant response from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).…
A former preschool teacher has been sentenced to nine months and two weeks in jail after exhibiting troubling behaviour toward a toddler under her care. Saiidah Kamarudin, 34, pleaded guilty…
In a heartwarming incident demonstrating the spirit of community, seven migrant workers were recognised for their bravery in rescuing a woman from a sinkhole at Tanjong Katong Road South. The…
A sinkhole that appeared in Tanjong Katong on 26 July 2024, has led to significant disruptions and safety measures being implemented by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) and other authorities.…
A remarkable scene unfolded on Tanjong Katong Road South on 26 July 2024, when quick-thinking workers rescued a female driver whose car fell into a sudden sinkhole. The event was…
A Singaporean doctor in Australia, Dr Ryan Cho, has been hit with five additional charges regarding allegations of secretly filming his colleagues in hospital toilets. The new charges include producing…
A shocking incident occurred on the evening of 26 July 2024, when a sinkhole appeared at Tanjong Katong Road, leading to a vehicle plunging into the water-filled cavity. Fortunately, the…
In a timely discourse on energy innovation, Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), remarked on Singapore’s unique position to adopt nuclear energy in…
SINGAPORE – In a bid to curb the rising concerns over vaping, especially pertaining to devices containing the drug etomidate, the Ministry of Health (MOH), the Health Sciences Authority (HSA),…
In exciting news for commuters, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced a new MRT station at Changi Airport Terminal 5, linking it with the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) and Cross…
In a recent statement, Singapore has called for both Cambodia and Thailand to exercise restraint amid escalating border clashes that have raised concerns for regional stability. On 24 July 2024,…
In light of a recent incident near the Tuas Second Link, the National Environment Agency (NEA) has issued a advisory recommending the public avoid swimming and other primary water contact…
SINGAPORE — In a concerning incident, personal details of approximately 1,300 traffic offenders were leaked online, following a ransomware attack on the printing vendor Toppan Next Tech (TNT). According to…
Graceson Ang, a familiar face from CNA’s Inside Maximum Security, is back in the spotlight for troubling reasons. The 40-year-old Singaporean appeared in court via video link on 24 July…
As Singapore’s food and beverage (F&B) scene continues to evolve, chefs and home-based business owners alike face unique challenges and opportunities. With the pandemic-era surge in home-based dining options, restaurateurs…
A 15-year-old boy has been sentenced to spend two years at the Singapore Boys’ Home after repeatedly being caught with electronic vaporisers. This decision, made by the Youth Courts, underscores…
SINGAPORE — The Housing and Development Board (HDB) has launched a total of 10,209 flats for sale during its July Build-To-Order (BTO) sales exercise, according to a press release on…
A heartbreaking incident unfolded on Tuesday evening, 22 July 2024, at Block 173 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, where a fire tragically claimed the lives of two individuals. Fire Outbreak Details…
SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is currently investigating an alleged fraudulent work injury claim against Sumo Salad’s operator, EatGreen. This revelation comes alongside ongoing police investigations into the unnatural…
About 20,000 Singaporeans are set to receive adjusted subsidies following a significant processing error in the Household Means Eligibility System (HOMES) managed by the Ministry of Health (MOH). The error,…
Trains on the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (LRT) system faced major disruptions due to power faults, impacting commuters twice in July 2024. SMRT confirmed that these issues were associated…
SINGAPORE: Two innovative patrol robots, dubbed GIBSON, are currently trialling at Changi Airport’s Terminal 4, enhancing the operational capabilities of the Singapore Police Force (SPF) Airport Police Division. With functionalities…
SINGAPORE: The Health Ministry is taking decisive action to curb the rising misuse of vapes laced with etomidate. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced plans on 20 July 2024 to…
SINGAPORE — A recent report from the Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) reveals that a total of 314 suicide deaths were recorded in the country in 2024. Disturbingly, this figure highlights…
SINGAPORE: Food company Yunhaiyao is in the spotlight after being fined S$7,000 over a mass food poisoning incident that affected 171 employees at tech giant ByteDance. The incident, which occurred…
SINGAPORE: An engaging exchange unfolded between Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Workers’ Party MP Jamus Lim regarding the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system aimed at determining car ownership needs…
ComfortDelGro, Singapore’s largest taxi operator, is set to implement new cancellation and waiting fee policies aimed at enhancing reliability for both passengers and drivers. Starting 31 July 2024, customers using…
In a tragic turn of events, 22-year-old Legha Pawan has been sentenced to 35 months’ jail for an unprovoked attack that led to the drowning of Jasbir Singh, 33. The…
The World Aquatics Championships in Singapore are back on track as the organisers confirmed a significant improvement in water quality at Sentosa. Initially delayed due to high E. coli levels,…
SINGAPORE — The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) has issued significant penalties to four law firms in relation to anti-money laundering violations tied to Singapore’s shocking $3 billion money laundering case.…