Ng Yu Zhi’s Billion-Dollar Nickel Fraud Trial Opens in High Court
SINGAPORE – The High Court trial of businessman Ng Yu Zhi commenced on 26 November 2024, embroiling the 37-year-old in a bizarre case that has captured the nation’s attention. Ng…
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Injury Reported After Forklift Incident at Pasir Panjang Terminal
A serious incident occurred at Pasir Panjang Terminal 3 in Singapore on 25 November 2024, when a stack of shipping containers fell on a forklift, injuring the operator. The situation…
UOL Group Faces Backlash Over Blackface Incident at Annual Dinner
SINGAPORE – A recent dinner and dance event hosted by UOL Group has sparked significant outrage after eight attendees were seen in blackface and Afro wigs. The incident, which took…
Singapore Civil Servants to Receive Year-End Bonus Amid Positive GDP Forecast
Singapore’s civil servants can look forward to a festive boost this year, as the Public Service Division (PSD) announced a year-end bonus of 1.05 months on 25 November 2023. With…
Project Wolbachia Expands to Combat Dengue in Singapore
In an ambitious expansion of its mosquito control initiative, Singapore is set to cover 50 per cent of its households—approximately 800,000—by 2026 with Wolbachia-carrying mosquitoes. This announcement was made by…
Lawrence Wong Warns of High Stakes in Upcoming Elections
Lawrence Wong Warns of High Stakes in Upcoming Elections The political landscape in Singapore is intensifying as Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addresses the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) about the…
Lawrence Wong Elected as New Secretary-General of the People’s Action Party
The People’s Action Party (PAP) has elected a new central executive committee (CEC), with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stepping into a pivotal role. This decision came during the biennial PAP…
Lawrence Wong Emphasizes Unity Amid Global Challenges at PAP Conference
In a significant address at the People’s Action Party (PAP) conference on 24 November 2024, Deputy Secretary-General Lawrence Wong urged Singaporeans to remain united in the face of an increasingly…
Renosaves Project Leaves Homeowner in Limbo over Unfinished Renovation
SINGAPORE – A 46-year-old homeowner is facing a renovation nightmare after paying more than $152,000 for work that remains incomplete, leaving a penthouse in Novena in disarray. Despite promises of…
Christmas Tree Fire at Design Orchard: SCDF Responds Quickly
On the evening of 23 November 2024, a Christmas tree on the rooftop of Design Orchard caught fire, startling shoppers and passers-by on Orchard Road. The Singapore Civil Defence Force…
Peregrine Falcons Nesting at OCBC Centre Marks Milestone in Urban Biodiversity
SINGAPORE – The OCBC Centre, located high above the bustling Chulia Street, is not just home to high net worth clients, but also to a pair of unexpected residents: a…
Leadership Transition at PAP: Lee Hsien Loong Steps Down for Lawrence Wong
SINGAPORE – In a historic moment for the People’s Action Party (PAP) during its 70th anniversary celebrations, Lee Hsien Loong is set to step down as secretary-general, handing the reins…
Tragic Bus Accident Claims Life of SBS Transit Driver in Kaki Bukit
A devastating accident in Kaki Bukit on the night of 21 November 2024 has resulted in the death of a 58-year-old SBS Transit bus driver. The incident occurred around 11pm…
Singapore Upgrades Economic Growth Forecast for 2024 Amid Global Concerns
SINGAPORE — Singapore’s economy has surpassed expectations in the third quarter of 2024, prompting the Government to revise its growth forecast upwards to around 3.5 per cent for the year.…
Singapore Gears Up for SG60 Celebrations with One Countdown Events
Singapore Gears Up for SG60 Celebrations with One Countdown Events As Singapore approaches 2025, the nation is set to kick off a year-long celebration of its 60 years of independence…
QR Code Immigration Trial Launches at Tuas and Woodlands Checkpoints
SINGAPORE: Starting from 23 November 2024, bus travellers at Singapore’s Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints will have the chance to clear immigration using innovative QR codes. This initiative, announced by the…
ECDA Launches Infant Care Pilot Programme with Home-Based Childminders
The Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) is set to roll out a new pilot programme for home-based infant care starting 1 December 2024. This initiative aims to support parents with…
23-Year-Old Arrested for Deflating Tyres in Woodlands Incident
A 23-year-old man has been charged with public nuisance after deflating the tyres of multiple vehicles in a Woodlands carpark. This curious case has drawn attention not just for the…
Teacher Sentenced for Molestation; Malaysian Man Jailed for Role in Scam
SINGAPORE – A male teacher has been sentenced to two years and six months’ jail for molesting a former pupil, while a Malaysian man received a three years and nine…
ASEAN Defence Ministers Call on Myanmar to Uphold Unity Amidst Crisis
Singapore’s Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen has raised significant concerns regarding Myanmar’s actions during the 18th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) in Vientiane, Laos. According to Dr Ng, Myanmar’s behaviour…
Direct Flights Between Singapore and Tasmania on the Horizon with SIA
Exciting news for Singaporean travellers! There’s potential for non-stop flights from Singapore to Hobart, Tasmania, as discussions are underway between Singapore Airlines (SIA), Cathay Pacific, and the Tasmanian government. Talks…
Kim Heng Jewellers Fined $35,000 for Money Laundering Violations
SINGAPORE – In a significant legal development, Kim Heng Jewellers and Goldsmiths has been fined $35,000 following the first prosecution under Singapore’s Precious Stones and Precious Metals (Prevention of Money…
Resorts World Sentosa’s Casino Licence Renewed for Two Years Due to Unsatisfactory Performance
SINGAPORE — Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) has received a renewal of its casino licence for a period of just two years, effectively one year less than the usual term. This…
PM Lawrence Wong Advocates for Trade and Skills Development at G-20 Summit
At the G-20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva launched a global initiative to combat hunger and poverty, with support from over 80 countries,…
O.K. Lim Sentenced: Major Fraud Case Rocking Singapore’s Oil Industry
SINGAPORE – The founder of Hin Leong Trading, Lim Oon Kuin—commonly known as O.K. Lim—was sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison on 18 November 2024 for orchestrating…
WeLL Centre at Henderson Heights Closing: A Community’s Heartfelt Farewell
SINGAPORE – For nearly two decades, residents at Henderson Heights have relied on the We Love Learning (WeLL) Centre, located at the foot of Block 93 Henderson Road. This cherished…
Heavy Rain Causes Flood Warnings Across Singapore: PUB Reports
SINGAPORE: Heavy rain over the weekend has led to multiple flash flood warnings across several locations in Singapore, as the north-east monsoon brings persistent downpours. Severe Weather Alerts On Saturday,…
New Integrated Command Centre Set for SCDF Marine Division on Pulau Brani
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) is set to enhance maritime emergency responses with a new headquarters on Pulau Brani, due for completion in March 2026. This facility will feature…
SFA Warns Against Seven Unsafe Drink Products Including Berryshine and BUM Energy Drinks
In a recent alert, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has urged consumers to steer clear of seven drinks after discovering they contain medicinal substances that are prohibited in food products.…
Tee Wei Jie Sentenced to 22 Months for Cheating Victims Out of Over $154,000
SINGAPORE – A 32-year-old man, Tee Wei Jie, has been sentenced to 22 months in jail for cheating seven individuals of more than $154,000 through various deceptive schemes, including a…