About 20,000 Singaporeans are set to receive adjusted subsidies following a significant processing error in the Household Means Eligibility System (HOMES) managed by the Ministry of Health (MOH). The error,…
Trains on the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit (LRT) system faced major disruptions due to power faults, impacting commuters twice in July 2024. SMRT confirmed that these issues were associated…
SINGAPORE: Two innovative patrol robots, dubbed GIBSON, are currently trialling at Changi Airport’s Terminal 4, enhancing the operational capabilities of the Singapore Police Force (SPF) Airport Police Division. With functionalities…
SINGAPORE: The Health Ministry is taking decisive action to curb the rising misuse of vapes laced with etomidate. Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced plans on 20 July 2024 to…
SINGAPORE — A recent report from the Samaritans of Singapore (SOS) reveals that a total of 314 suicide deaths were recorded in the country in 2024. Disturbingly, this figure highlights…
SINGAPORE: Food company Yunhaiyao is in the spotlight after being fined S$7,000 over a mass food poisoning incident that affected 171 employees at tech giant ByteDance. The incident, which occurred…
SINGAPORE: An engaging exchange unfolded between Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong and Workers’ Party MP Jamus Lim regarding the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system aimed at determining car ownership needs…
ComfortDelGro, Singapore’s largest taxi operator, is set to implement new cancellation and waiting fee policies aimed at enhancing reliability for both passengers and drivers. Starting 31 July 2024, customers using…
In a tragic turn of events, 22-year-old Legha Pawan has been sentenced to 35 months’ jail for an unprovoked attack that led to the drowning of Jasbir Singh, 33. The…
The World Aquatics Championships in Singapore are back on track as the organisers confirmed a significant improvement in water quality at Sentosa. Initially delayed due to high E. coli levels,…
SINGAPORE — The Ministry of Law (MinLaw) has issued significant penalties to four law firms in relation to anti-money laundering violations tied to Singapore’s shocking $3 billion money laundering case.…
In a significant upgrade to public transport, the first two of 25 new light rail vehicles (LRVs) for the Sengkang-Punggol LRT line officially entered service on 15 July 2024. This…
A shocking incident at Kallang Wave Mall has left a 29-year-old woman injured and a 26-year-old man facing serious legal charges. The Singapore Police Force has confirmed that the assailant…
SINGAPORE: In recent weeks, two notable cases have highlighted the government’s rigorous stance on illegal modifications and tax evasion, reflecting a broader commitment to enforcement across various sectors. Motorcycle Exhaust…
The People’s Action Party (PAP) has appointed new chairpersons for all twelve Government Parliamentary Committees (GPCs) as the 15th Parliament opens on 5 September 2024. This comes after a significant…
SINGAPORE — A manuscript from the National University of Singapore (NUS) has been withdrawn from peer review after it was discovered to contain a hidden artificial intelligence (AI) prompt designed…
The escalating trade tensions between the United States and several countries are prompting swift action from Singapore’s government to support local businesses. With new import tariffs looming, the Singapore Economic…
Dr Anjani Sinha, President Donald Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Singapore, faced intense scrutiny during his recent Senate confirmation hearing. The session, held on 9 July 2024, highlighted his lack…
SINGAPORE: On 4 November 2024, Pritam Singh, the Leader of the Opposition and head of the Workers’ Party, will have his appeal hearing regarding his conviction for lying to Parliament.…
SINGAPORE: Temasek Holdings continues to impress in the investment landscape, with their net portfolio value reaching a staggering S$434 billion (US$339 billion) as of 31 March 2024. This marks an…
In a significant move to enhance the calibre of adult education in Singapore, the Minister for Education, Desmond Lee, announced the Training and Adult Educator Professional Pathway (TAEPP) at the…
SINGAPORE: Rising public expectations and global competition challenge the nation’s public service to adapt and innovate continually, said Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing during the opening of…
SINGAPORE — The passing of Shaikh Syed Isa Semait, Singapore’s longest-serving Mufti, has left a profound void in both the Muslim community and the nation at large. He died on…
SINGAPORE — In a notable turn of events for the local political scene, the Reform Party (RP) has announced its withdrawal from the People’s Alliance for Reform (PAR), leaving the…
SINGAPORE: In a surprising turn of events, auxiliary police officer Muhammad Mukhlis Kamis, 39, has been sentenced to two months’ jail after accidentally discharging a firearm at the Singapore Air…
SINGAPORE — The marriage scene in Singapore experienced a notable shift in 2024, with registrations dropping by 7% compared to the previous year. The Ministry of Social and Family Development…
SINGAPORE — The high-profile trial of Ng Yu Zhi, accused of orchestrating a staggering nickel-trading scam that reportedly defrauded investors of S$1.46 billion, reached its conclusion on 7 July 2024.…
SINGAPORE — Construction has officially started on six new MRT stations as part of the second phase of the Cross Island Line (CRL), which aims for completion by 2032. This…
SINGAPORE: A comical evening turned chaotic on Saturday, 5 July 2024, when a woman was injured after a bottle was thrown at an SMRT bus travelling along the bustling Orchard…
During the recent National Day Parade 2025 National Education show on 5 July, a Leopard 2SG Main Battle Tank (L2SG) made headlines for unintentionally colliding with a traffic light while…