The much-anticipated Hume MRT station on the Downtown Line will officially open to the public on 28 February 2024 at 3pm—much earlier than initially planned. Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat…
In a surprising twist at a bank in Singapore, a man is facing serious charges after attempting to deposit a fake S$10,000 note. The incident unfolded on 23 December 2024,…
SINGAPORE — A 19-year-old teenager has been sentenced to seven months’ jail following a tragic motorcycle chase that resulted in the death of Land Transport Authority (LTA) officer, Zdulfika Ahakasah,…
A 42-year-old man has taken centre stage in a high-profile trial at the High Court, accused of raping his wife in November 2020 during a tumultuous period marked by the…
In a significant advance toward the next general election, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has convened the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee (EBRC), as announced by the Elections Department (ELD) on 22…
A tragic road accident occurred early on 21 January 2024, claiming the lives of a 52-year-old male motorcyclist and his 41-year-old female pillion rider along the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE).…
SINGAPORE — In a bid to combat rising health concerns among the young, Singapore has launched new screen use guidelines for children, with a focus on fostering healthier lifestyles. The…
SINGAPORE: In a show of strong diplomatic ties, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have extended their warm congratulations to Donald Trump on his inauguration as the 47th…
After a challenging waiting period, homeowners at Punggol Point Cove can finally collect their keys to new flats as all 92 pandemic-delayed Build-To-Order (BTO) projects have been completed. This is…
A 26-year-old man was sentenced to 10 years and six weeks in jail along with nine strokes of the cane for raping his ex-girlfriend, highlighting the severe repercussions of domestic…
SINGAPORE — As the nation gears up for its 14th general election, issues like the rising cost of living are taking centre stage. Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong recently addressed…
SINGAPORE: In a significant diplomatic move, Singapore’s leaders have expressed their support for the recently announced ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, aimed at halting the violence in Gaza and…
In a significant boost to public housing, the Ministry of National Development (MND) and the Housing Development Board (HDB) have announced the launch of about 19,600 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats in…
A recent student protest at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has sparked investigations by local police, as tensions rise over the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Organised by Students for Palestine…
An Australian man found himself in hot water after making a serious threat at Changi Airport while waiting to be repatriated to Perth. Marli Curtis Philip Moncrieff, 36, had his…
A senior officer from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has been sentenced to six months in jail for endangering the life of a full-time national serviceman who tragically lost…
In response to severe weather conditions earlier this month, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has swiftly repaired several potholes on Tanah Merah Coast Road. These repairs come after Singapore faced…
In a bid to ease the financial strain caused by the rising cost of living, about 850,000 seniors in Singapore will receive cash payouts ranging from S$200 to S$300 under…
Seven individuals have been arrested for their alleged involvement in a sophisticated fraud scheme that exploited the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority’s (ICA) e-services to illegally change registered home addresses. The…
SINGAPORE: In a shocking turn of events, recent incidents of public urination at MRT stations have drawn ire from the public and transport authorities alike. Videos capturing these acts have…
SINGAPORE—In a striking reminder of the increasing sophistication of cybercrime, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has temporarily suspended its e-Change of Address (eCOA) service following unauthorized changes to the…
Singapore wrapped up 2024 with a record-breaking heatwave, joining 2019 and 2016 as the hottest years ever, according to the Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS). The ‘Singapore Climate 2024: The Year…
As Chinese New Year approaches, Singaporeans are seeing a mix of price adjustments and cost-saving initiatives on festive essentials. While some bak kwa sellers are exploring new production methods to…
In a heated exchange, the People’s Action Party (PAP) and the Progress Singapore Party (PSP) have accused each other of harassment during a recent walkabout in Bukit Gombak. The incident,…
A recent incident involving Singapore’s Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) has sparked significant concern regarding the privacy of National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers. When a new feature was…
Two tragic incidents last week have drawn attention to safety concerns in both road and workplace environments in Singapore. Authorities are now investigating these unfortunate events, highlighting the need for…
Members of Singapore’s literary and publishing community are ringing alarms over the National Library Board’s (NLB) approach to generative artificial intelligence (AI). On 7 January 2024, a collective statement was…
In a troubling case of deception, an 18-year-old woman was arrested on 5 January 2024 for her alleged involvement in a scam targeting an elderly victim. This incident highlights the…
The Singaporean government has introduced the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, aimed at fortifying the country’s commitment to racial harmony through a series of new measures, including restraining orders and…
In two recent cases involving sexual offences against minors in Singapore, the courts handed down contrasting sentences following the offenders’ guilty pleas. Case of the 22-Year-Old Offender A 22-year-old man…