Former Singapore Idol judge Ken Lim Chih Chiang, a prominent figure in the local music scene, has been convicted of molesting a 25-year-old woman during an interview at his record…
The Singaporean government has taken a bold step in combating impersonation scams by ordering Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to implement vital measures by 30 September 2024. This directive…
(SINGAPORE) Alina Meridian, a 31-year-old Singaporean, has pleaded guilty to one charge of voluntarily causing hurt to a security officer following an incident at Lorong Chuan MRT Station on 17…
SINGAPORE—The Al-Istiqamah Mosque was the centre of attention on 24 September 2024, after a suspicious parcel was discovered on its premises, leading to a swift evacuation by authorities. At around…
SINGAPORE—Singtel has issued a heartfelt apology as their Australian subsidiary, Optus, faces scrutiny following an emergency call service failure linked to four tragic deaths. CEO Yuen Kuan Moon expressed the…
The Housing Development Board (HDB) is stepping up its game to tackle soaring rents for heartland commercial units, with plans to selectively acquire privately-owned HDB shops. This announcement came from…
A tragic incident in Yishun Central has resulted in the death of a woman following a stabbing on the morning of 24 September 2024. The Singapore Civil Defence Force received…
The former site of the Keppel Club is set to undergo a significant transformation with the launch of Berlayar estate, providing about 7,000 public housing units in Singapore. Minister for…
SINGAPORE — Nicholas Tan, the founder of the popular handbag brand Aupen, has been issued correction directions under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) for spreading misinformation…
Singapore is stepping up its fight against the misuse of vapes laced with the anaesthetic agent etomidate. In Parliament, Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim announced…
The Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has recently announced a generous aid package of S$1.2 million for humanitarian relief operations in Gaza and for Palestinian evacuees in Egypt. This initiative reflects…
SINGAPORE — With drink driving arrests on the rise, Singapore’s Traffic Police (TP) are trialling a new handheld breath evidential analyser (HBEA) to enhance road safety measures. This device kicked…
The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is gearing up for a tech revolution in Punggol with the introduction of autonomous shuttle services, set to launch in the second quarter of 2026.…
SINGAPORE: Go-Ahead Singapore is set to take over the operation of 27 bus routes in Tampines starting on 5 July 2026, following the awarding of a S$646 million (US$503 million)…
In a recent development, Agoda has reached an agreement with the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the Singapore Industrial and Services Employees’ Union (SISEU) to support retrenched workers following…
SINGAPORE: The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has once again showcased their commitment to border security by intercepting more than 1,100 illegal e-vaporisers. This recent operation took place at Woodlands…
SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is taking action after reports emerged about severance agreements from Agoda that allegedly discouraged laid-off employees from contacting government agencies or unions. Around 50…
Gan Kim Yong on AI Literacy and Global Trade Challenges Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong has set the stage for a robust discussion on navigating the complexities of global…
In a dramatic incident during the evening rush hour, a car caught fire in the Marina Coastal Expressway (MCE) tunnel on 18 September 2024, bringing traffic to a complete standstill.…
In a health-centric initiative, Singapore residents aged 40 and above can now exchange Healthpoints from the Health Promotion Board’s (HPB) Healthy 365 mobile app for discounts on their MediShield Life…
SINGAPORE: SMRT has confirmed that recent train disruptions are isolated occurrences and do not indicate systemic problems within Singapore’s rail network. President of Trains, Lam Sheau Kai, assured commuters in…
In a concerning rise of scam activities, three individuals aged between 16 and 31 were arrested for their alleged roles in fake bulk order scams impersonating personnel from the Singapore…
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) tackled an impressive smuggling attempt on 15 September 2024, confiscating over 18,400 e-vaporisers and more than 1,400 associated components at Tuas Checkpoint. The discovery…
SINGAPORE — A remarkable marine discovery has unfolded in Singapore as the carcass of a 6.3m-long baleen whale was found off Tanjong Pagar on 6 September 2024. The Lee Kong…
SINGAPORE—The city-state is grappling with a rise in drug-related offences as two men face multiple charges linked to Class A controlled substances. The cases, which feature an American and a…
SINGAPORE — What was meant to be a variety of beautiful blooms turned into a costly mistake for Kiki Florist when they fell victim to a suspected hoax. The small…
During his introductory visit to the United States from 9 to 13 September 2024, Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing addressed significant advancements in Singapore’s military capabilities, focusing on the F-35…
On the afternoon of 12 September 2024, a shocking incident unfolded at Liat Towers, Orchard Road, when a false ceiling collapsed, injuring three people—one of whom was a pregnant woman.…
SINGAPORE: Commuters using the Punggol Light Rail Transit (LRT) faced disruptions on 13 September 2024 due to a systems fault that left train services suspended for about three hours. Transport…
In light of recent events surrounding the murder of American activist Charlie Kirk, Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam has raised concerns about the rising trend of identity politics in Singapore.…