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.…
A fire incident at a Housing and Development Board (HDB) flat in Punggol on 26 January 2024 has led to one individual being hospitalised and approximately 60 residents evacuated. Details…
SINGAPORE: The East Asia Forum, an academic website based in Australia, has come under scrutiny after the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) Office issued a correction direction…
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…