Singapore Police Prepare for 2024 New Year Countdown Crowds
The countdown to the New Year in Singapore is gearing up, with crowds expected to flock to popular spots like Marina Bay and Kallang. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is…
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Timbre+ to Step Down from One Punggol Hawker Centre in 2026, Stallholders Hope for Change
SINGAPORE: A shift is on the horizon for One Punggol Hawker Centre as its current operator, Timbre+, will hand over the reins to a new operator by January 2026. This…
Bukit Panjang LRT to Close for Renewal Works on 25 January 2024
The Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (BPLRT) will see a full-day closure on 25 January 2024, as part of its ongoing upgrade and renewal programme. This decision, announced by the…
Malaysian Man Arrested for Smuggling S$237,000 Worth of Drugs at Woodlands Checkpoint
A 39-year-old Malaysian man was arrested at Woodlands Checkpoint after attempting to smuggle a significant quantity of drugs, including over 3.2kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice. This incident occurred…
Singapore Police Warn of New Scam Variant Targeting Online Sellers and Individuals
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has recently issued dual alerts regarding the rise of scam variants targeting both individuals and online sellers. With increasing cases reported, the authorities are urging…
Court Sentences Mohamed Basheer Hanif to 12 Weeks’ Jail for Misappropriation of NTU Funds
A 27-year-old man, Mohamed Basheer Hanif Mohamed, was sentenced to 12 weeks in jail on 26 December 2023 after pleading guilty to dishonest misappropriation. This decision comes after Basheer refused…
43-Year-Old Woman Charged with Vandalism at The Salvation Army
In a disturbing incident earlier this week, a 43-year-old Chinese Australian woman was arrested for allegedly spray painting offensive words at The Salvation Army’s Praisehaven centre in Upper Bukit Timah.…
Singapore Airlines Cancels Flights Amid New York Snowstorm
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has announced the cancellation of several flights to and from New York as a heavy winter storm is set to blanket the city. As noted by the…
Four Singaporeans, Including Actor P. Suresh, Charged for Brawling in Johor Bahru
A chaotic scene unfolded in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, as four Singaporeans, including part-time actor P. Suresh, found themselves in hot water following a series of brawls. The incidents not only…
M Ravi, Human Rights Lawyer, Passes Away at 56 Amid Drug Investigation
SINGAPORE: The legal community is mourning the loss of M Ravi, a prominent human rights lawyer known for his advocacy and pro bono work, who passed away at the age…
Law Society of Singapore Elects Professor Tan Cheng Han as New President
SINGAPORE: The Law Society of Singapore (LawSoc) has officially appointed Professor Tan Cheng Han as its new president for 2026, concluding a weeks-long debate regarding the presidency. This transition follows…
Traffic Police Outlines Strict Measures for Lorry Owners Amid Speed Limiter Deadline
The Traffic Police (TP) has put lorry owners on notice as they gear up for strict enforcement actions regarding the installation of speed limiters. With substantial deadlines looming, compliance has…
Police Seek Public Help in Finding Missing Elderly Man and Teenage Girl
The Singapore Police Force is reaching out to the public for assistance in locating two individuals reported missing—Chan Tuck Chew, 74, and Lau Jia En Shannel, 14. Their families are…
Geolah and Trans-Cab Receive Full Licences from LTA for Ride-Hailing Services
Singapore’s ride-hailing landscape is getting a boost as the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has officially converted Geolah and Trans-Cab’s provisional licences into full three-year licences. This announcement was made on…
Parliament to Discuss Conduct of WP Leaders Following Pritam Singh’s Conviction
Parliament’s upcoming session in January 2026 will address the implications of Pritam Singh’s conviction for lying under oath, particularly focusing on the conduct of Workers’ Party leaders Sylvia Lim and…
Arrest of Church Volunteer in Suspected Bomb Threat at St Joseph’s Church
A tense situation unfolded at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah on Sunday, 22 December 2024, after a 26-year-old man staged a false improvised explosive device incident. The church’s atmosphere…
Vivian Balakrishnan to Attend ASEAN Meeting Amid Thailand-Cambodia Conflict
SINGAPORE: Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Singapore’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, is set to travel to Kuala Lumpur on 22 December 2024 for a critical ASEAN foreign ministers’ meeting focusing on the…
Evacuation at St Joseph’s Church Amid Suspicious Item Incident
A suspicious item discovered at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah on Sunday morning prompted the evacuation of churchgoers and staff, marking another unsettling event following an earlier stabbing incident…
ICA and Police Step Up Enforcement with Recent Arrests in Singapore
In a busy week for law enforcement, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and Singapore Police have made significant arrests related to immigration violations and a violent robbery. ICA Conducts…
New Caning Laws for Scammers and Aid Providers in Singapore
Starting 30 December 2024, strict new amendments to Singapore’s criminal law will introduce mandatory caning for scammers and their associates. This move reflects the government’s commitment to combat rising scam…
Zubeen Garg’s Death Investigation Ongoing Amid Murder Charges in Assam
The investigation into the tragic death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away on 19 September 2024 while in Singapore, is still underway. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) confirmed…
Youth Online Safety and Vaping Crackdown: Singapore Takes Action
SINGAPORE: Two separate incidents highlight the ongoing struggles with online safety and public health regulations among the youth in Singapore. Online Safety Concerns Grow In an alarming incident, a 13-year-old…
Singapore Community in Hong Kong Raises Funds for Fire Victims at Wang Fuk Court
The Singaporean community in Hong Kong has come together to raise HK$1.8 million (S$304,000) for the victims of a devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po, which claimed…
Historic SEA Games Triumphs: Marissa Hafezan and Nicholas Khaw Shine for Singapore
SINGAPORE: Two young athletes made headlines at the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games, showcasing Singapore’s growing prowess in martial arts. Marissa Hafezan and Nicholas Khaw each earned gold medals in their…
Hospital Update After Jurong West Bus Collision Involving Tower Transit and SBS Transit
On 15 December 2024, reports confirmed that eight passengers and a bus captain remained in hospital following a serious collision between two public buses in Jurong West. The incident occurred…
77-Year-Old Man Charged for Disrupting NParks’ Crow Trap Operations
A 77-year-old man is set to face charges after allegedly sabotaging a crow trap set up by the National Parks Board (NParks) in Toa Payoh. This unusual incident shines a…
Lawrence Wong Expresses Solidarity with Australia Following Bondi Beach Shooting
In a heartfelt response to the tragic Bondi Beach shooting, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has reached out to his Australian counterpart, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, to express condolences. The…
Letitia Sim Shines at SEA Games with Historic Win
In a stunning showcase of talent and perseverance, Singapore’s national swimmers excelled at the 33rd SEA Games held in Bangkok, bringing home a total of four gold medals, two silvers,…
Two Accidents on Singapore Roads Lead to Hospital Visits
In the past week, two separate accidents in Singapore have left multiple individuals injured and taken to hospitals for treatment. Both incidents, captured on dashcam footage, highlight concerns over road…
Pritam Singh and Mediacorp Apologise for Comments in Court Contempt Case
In a significant turn of events, Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and chief of the Workers’ Party, issued a public apology concerning statements made on the CNA show…