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…
A heartwarming story has emerged from Singapore as a 70-year-old man, surnamed Wu, found a lottery ticket worth $10,000 while travelling on bus service 925. Instead of pocketing the prize,…
SINGAPORE – Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to lead the nation through some significant initiatives in early 2024, addressing the pressing concerns of cost of living while strengthening ties…
Commuters on Singapore’s Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) have experienced significant disruptions recently, with three separate incidents occurring within a week. The ongoing investigations involve the collaboration of SMRT, the Land…
SINGAPORE — In a case that highlights the consequences of uncontrolled anger, former journalist Jessinta Tan Suat Lin, 50, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges after a violent confrontation with…
Singapore’s maritime community is closely monitoring the aftermath of a collision that occurred on 30 December 2023 between two bulk carriers in the Yangtze River, China. The incident involved YANGZE…
SINGAPORE: As the clock struck midnight, the nation welcomed 2025 with spectacular celebrations, though not without the hustle and bustle of large crowds at Marina Bay. This year’s festivities marked…
Singaporean households will enjoy lower electricity and gas prices from January to March 2024, a positive development for many families as energy costs decrease. Details of the Price Cuts The…
Flash floods hit the Bukit Timah area on Sunday, 29 December 2024, after heavy rainfall pummelled Singapore. The severity of the downpour left cars partially submerged and prompted flood alerts…
The buzz of excitement is in the air as Singapore gears up for its grand Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2025. This New Year’s Eve celebration promises a spectacular display, and…
SINGAPORE – Shell has taken proactive measures by shutting down one of its oil processing units on Pulau Bukom to investigate a suspected leak. The company has informed the Maritime…