SINGAPORE: Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs) Raj Joshua Thomas and Syed Harun Taha Alhabsyi submitted their resignations on 14 February 2024, igniting speculation about their potential candidacy in the upcoming…
In 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported a worrying rise in fires involving Active Mobility Devices (AMDs), up by 21.8 per cent from the previous year. As the…
SINGAPORE — Education Minister Chan Chun Sing has emphasised the critical need for a cultural shift alongside structural changes in Singapore’s education system. Speaking at a recent event celebrating SG60…
In 2024, Singapore’s drug situation remains generally under control, yet the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) has raised alarm over a significant rise in youth drug abuse. Statistics reveal that the…
In a triumphant revelation, Singapore has emerged as the least corrupt nation in the Asia-Pacific region, as noted in the 2024 Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released on 11…
In a significant move, Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced the deportation of an Iranian woman and her Malaysian husband due to their involvement in activities threatening the…
SINGAPORE — Anti-vaccine advocate Iris Koh and her husband Raymond Ng are in hot water after a court ordered the seizure of their possessions following their failure to pay legal…
SINGAPORE—A new chapter unfolds for immigration services as the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Services Centre (ISC) is set to open on 7 April 2024. Nestled conveniently at 2 Crawford…
SINGAPORE: The Internal Security Department (ISD) has taken firm action against two individuals in Singapore—18-year-old Nick Lee Xing Qiu and 56-year-old Hamizah Hamzah—due to their radicalisation under the Internal Security…
A 22-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to assault a priest at the Church of the Holy Spirit in Singapore on Sunday, 9 February 2024. This incident has…
The political landscape in Singapore is gearing up for a significant shift as the Workers’ Party (WP) ramps up its efforts to contest in the upcoming General Election. With a…
On Friday, 7 February 2024, commuters faced significant delays on the North-South and East-West lines due to a derailed engineering vehicle that blocked trains at Bishan Depot. SMRT, the public…
Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng, best known for bringing Formula 1 to Singapore, is currently grappling with significant personal and legal challenges. The 79-year-old businessman has been diagnosed with multiple…
In a striking legal development, Raymond Ng Kai Hoe, the husband of anti-vaccine activist Iris Koh, has been charged with cheating 12 individuals related to his vending machine business, Vendshare.…
In an unusual case of workplace deceit, Barath Gopal, a 29-year-old analyst, was fined S$4,000 after admitting to forging his grandfather’s death certificate to secure compassionate leave from his job.…
In a shocking incident reported in Geylang, two young men have been arrested following the brutal assault of a 43-year-old man using a brick. According to the Singapore Police Force,…
SINGAPORE — A significant boost in funding is on the horizon as Singapore earmarks about S$150 million for drainage upgrading projects to enhance flood resilience while also committing nearly S$7…
SINGAPORE: A spirited debate in Parliament on 5 February 2024 ignited over Non-Constituency Member of Parliament Leong Mun Wai’s remarks regarding Singapore’s multiracial policies. Law and Home Affairs Minister K…
SINGAPORE: The execution of former police officer Iskandar Rahmat has sent ripples through Singapore. Convicted for the brutal murder of Tan Boon Sin and his son Tan Chee Heong in…
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) has introduced its new Maritime Security Unmanned Surface Vessels (MARSEC USVs) to bolster maritime security in one of the world’s busiest shipping lanes. Unmanned…
On 4 February 2024, Singapore’s Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan assured Parliament that while direct tariffs from the United States on Singaporean goods are unlikely, the nation must remain vigilant…
Education Minister Chan Chun Sing has emphasised the importance of adults refraining from vigilantism in response to bullying incidents in schools, particularly following recent events at Admiralty Secondary School. Speaking…
Singapore mourns the loss of its oldest artist, Lim Tze Peng, who passed away on 3 February 2024 at the remarkable age of 103. Renowned for his stunning Chinese ink…
Patrons of the Beauty World Food Centre are raising alarms over sanitation issues following confirmed rat sightings. This has led the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) and National Environment Agency (NEA)…
Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has reaffirmed expectations that US companies, particularly Nvidia, will comply with both US export controls and local laws. This comes in light of…
Connecting through Tradition: Local Seniors Celebrate Chinese New Year The joy of Chinese New Year isn’t just confined to families in Singapore—it transcends borders, bringing together local seniors and Singaporeans…
In a dramatic rescue operation on 28 January 2024, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) saved three individuals, including two young children, after a mezzanine floor collapsed at a Toa…
The Singapore government has taken a firm stance against the New York Times (NYT) regarding misleading statements made in an opinion video featuring Li Shengwu, a Harvard professor and nephew…
In a tragic turn of events, the remains of Singaporean man Sim Hwee Kok have been found following the devastating earthquake that shook Taiwan’s Hualien county in April 2024. This…
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has taken decisive action against Prudence Family Clinic, revoking its licence due to serious lapses in medication prescriptions, particularly concerning codeine cough syrups and benzodiazepines.…