Tragic Case of Geno Ong: Legal Battles and Mental Health Strain
A tragic unfolding at the coroner’s court reveals the deep impact of legal troubles on mental health, as seen in the case of Ms Geno Ong Kay Yong. The 46-year-old,…
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Changi Airport Enhancements: $3 Billion Investment to Modernise Infrastructure by 2029
SINGAPORE – Changi Airport is gearing up for a major transformation with a planned investment of S$3 billion (approximately US$2.26 billion) over the next six years. These upgrades are designed…
Changi Airport Fees to Rise as $3 Billion Upgrade Plan Unfolds
Changi Airport is set to implement significant fee increases for passengers and airlines over the next six years, all part of a hefty $3 billion upgrading project aimed at enhancing…
Tan Yong Ren Charged for Fatal Hit-and-Run on Nicoll Highway
A tragic incident on Nicoll Highway has led to serious charges against Tan Yong Ren, a 34-year-old driver, following the death of cyclist Basra Rajan Singh. Last December, the cyclist…
Max Maeder Celebrates World Sailing Award by Serving Curry Puffs in Katong
Maximilian Maeder, Singapore’s 18-year-old kitefoiling sensation, is serving up more than just victories this year. Following his win at the 2024 World Sailing Awards, he kept his promise and spent…
Max Maeder Celebrates World Sailing Award by Serving Curry Puffs in Katong
Maximilian Maeder, Singapore’s 18-year-old kitefoiling sensation, is serving up more than just victories this year. Following his win at the 2024 World Sailing Awards, he kept his promise and spent…
Tense Courtroom Exchange Between Pritam Singh and Deputy Attorney-General Ang Cheng Hock
The courtroom was charged with tension on 6 November 2024 as Pritam Singh, the Workers’ Party chief, faced rigorous cross-examination by Deputy Attorney-General Ang Cheng Hock. Singh is currently contesting…
New Family Care Scheme to Prioritise Singles for Housing Near Parents
SINGAPORE — A significant shift is on the horizon for singles hoping to live near their parents. Starting mid-2025, the new Family Care Scheme (FCS) will grant priority access for…
K Shanmugam Clarifies Government’s Role in Allianz-Income Deal Halt
SINGAPORE — In a recent exchange, Minister for Law and Home Affairs K. Shanmugam clarified the government’s position concerning the controversial decision to negate the Allianz-Income deal. This announcement was…
Maid Charged in Fatal Accident Involving Four-Year-Old Girl in River Valley
A tragic incident in Singapore has led to the charging of an Indonesian maid following the death of four-year-old Zara Mei Orlic, who was fatally struck by a car while…
Pritam Singh’s Defence Awaits Amid Ongoing Trial for Lying to Parliament
The trial of Pritam Singh, the chief of the Workers’ Party (WP) and Leader of the Opposition, continues to unfold with significant implications for the party and Singapore’s political landscape.…
Changi Airport Group’s Tax Break Appeal Dismissed by High Court
SINGAPORE – In a recent ruling, the High Court has dismissed an appeal by Changi Airport Group (CAG) to claim capital allowances on over S$270 million spent on assets over…
Coroner’s Inquiry: Police Officer Justified in Shooting Ng Eng Kui during Knife Incident
SINGAPORE — In a harrowing incident that occurred in March 2022, a 64-year-old man, Ng Eng Kui, was shot dead by police while brandishing a kitchen knife at his home.…
SMRT Forms Working Group to Enhance Rail Safety Following Major Disruptions
SINGAPORE – Following a series of unfortunate rail disruptions, SMRT has announced the establishment of a tripartite working group aimed at enhancing the reliability and safety of its rail network.…
Karrtik Stalniraj Sentenced for Inmate Assault in Changi Prison
SINGAPORE – Karrtik Stalniraj, a 25-year-old Singaporean, has been handed a new sentence while serving time for a previous robbery conviction. The latest incident involves a brutal attack on a…
Ravi Menon to Lead Global Finance and Technology Network in Singapore
SINGAPORE — In a significant move for the fintech landscape, Ravi Menon, recently retired Managing Director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), has been appointed to lead the newly…
Ong Beng Seng Granted Leave for Medical Trip Amid Legal Troubles
Property tycoon and hotelier Ong Beng Seng has received court permission to leave Singapore for a work-related trip, amidst serious legal challenges he is currently facing. The 78-year-old businessman, known…
LTA Simplifies ERP 2.0 OBU Installation for Motorists in Singapore
Motorists in Singapore can now enjoy a more streamlined experience when it comes to installing their Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) 2.0 On-Board Units (OBUs). The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has…
LTA Announces Up to 20,000 Additional COEs from February 2025
LTA Announces Up to 20,000 Additional COEs from February 2025 The Land Transport Authority (LTA) of Singapore has revealed a significant increase in the supply of Certificates of Entitlement (COEs)…
Pansuk Siriwipa Sentenced to 14 Years for $25 Million Luxury Goods Scam
SINGAPORE – In a case that has left many astonished, Thai national Pansuk Siriwipa has been sentenced to 14 years in jail for masterminding a luxury goods scam that cheated…
Court Sentences Two Singaporeans: Airport Trespassing and Violent Assault Cases Decided
SINGAPORE — Two separate legal cases have recently made headlines, showcasing the range of criminal activities being addressed by the courts. From airport trespassing to a violent family feud, the…
Flu Vaccination Trial Launched at Local Pharmacies to Boost Access in Singapore
Singapore is taking a bold step in public healthcare by piloting a new initiative that allows residents to receive their annual influenza vaccinations at three selected retail pharmacies, starting from…
Singapore Airlines Flight SQ636 Diverts to Taipei Due to Cracked Windshield
A Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight bound for Tokyo faced an unexpected detour due to a cracked windshield mid-flight. Flight SQ636, which took off from Changi Airport, needed to divert to…
Murder Suspect Toh Chee Hong Revisits Crime Scene at Clementi Avenue
In a tragic incident that has shocked the Clementi community, Toh Chee Hong, a 50-year-old man, has been charged with the murder of grassroots volunteer Winson Khoo, 41. On 28…
Ong Ye Kung Promotes Integration of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Healthier SG Initiative
The Ministry of Health (MOH) is gearing up to include Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in its transformative Healthier SG initiative, as announced by Health Minister Ong Ye Kung during a…
Dispute Over 38 Oxley Road: Government Responds to Lee Hsien Yang’s Claims
The long-standing debate surrounding the fate of 38 Oxley Road has intensified, following statements made by Mr Lee Hsien Yang, the son of Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew.…
Court Actions Taken Against Vernon Yang and Thanesh Murugan in Separate Cases
SINGAPORE – Legal troubles are piling up for two individuals as their recent actions land them before the courts. From threats of violence to illegal crossings, these incidents reflect ongoing…
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong Emphasises AI’s Role at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong believes in the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and is committed to supporting fellow Commonwealth states in leveraging technology for development. Speaking at the Commonwealth…
HDB to Launch Record 5,500 Sale of Balance Flats in February 2025
SINGAPORE – The Housing and Development Board (HDB) is set to launch its largest ever Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) exercise in February 2025, offering over 5,500 units. This comes…
Serious Concerns Surrounding MaNaDr Clinic: Licence Revocation Likely Amid Telemedicine Misconduct
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has initiated proceedings to revoke the licence of MaNaDr Clinic, located on Beach Road, following an investigation into its controversial telemedicine practices. As revealed on…