Frosted Mirrors at Bayfront MRT: Dance Groups Seek New Spaces
Dancers who have embraced the underground linkway at Bayfront MRT station for impromptu rehearsals will need to find a new venue. As of 1 January 2024, the full-length mirrors that…
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Hwa Chong Institution Enhances Hybrid Canteen Experience with SATS Collaboration
Hwa Chong Institution (HCI) is taking significant steps to improve its hybrid canteen experience in partnership with food caterer SATS. After receiving feedback on the initial offerings, Principal Lee Peck…
Polytechnic Graduates’ Employment Rates See Slight Dip Despite Salary Increases
In a recent study, 90 per cent of polytechnic graduates found employment within six months of completing their final exams or finishing National Service, according to the Polytechnic Graduate Employment…
Justice Choo Han Teck Retires After Three Decades of Service
Justice Choo Han Teck, a notable figure on the Supreme Court, will retire from his judicial duties on 20 February 2024, wrapping up an impressive tenure that has spanned three…
Concerns Raised in Parliament Over Adoption Processes Amid Alleged Baby Trafficking Scandal
In a heated parliamentary session on 14 January 2024, Minister of State for Social and Family Development Goh Pei Ming addressed concerns regarding adoption agencies in Singapore amidst allegations of…
Investigation into Zubeen Garg’s Drowning Reveals Alcohol Influence and Safety Oversights
SINGAPORE — The tragic drowning of prominent Indian singer-songwriter Zubeen Garg has raised questions about safety procedures and the influence of alcohol on the day of his death. A coroner’s…
Minister K Shanmugam Addresses Distribution of Assets from Genneva Gold Scam
The troubled saga of the Genneva gold investment scam continues to unfold, as the authorities push forward with plans to compensate victims affected by the scandal. During a recent parliamentary…
Service Disruptions on Circle Line: What Commuters Need to Know
Singapore’s Circle Line (CCL) is set to undergo significant service disruptions from 17 January to 19 April 2024, as essential tunnel strengthening works commence. Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow has…
Stricter Littering Penalties in Johor Affect Singaporeans
As Malaysia ramps up its fight against littering, three Singaporeans recently found themselves facing mandatory community service after being caught during enforcement operations in Johor Bahru. This is part of…
Dr Haresh Singaraju Clarifies Political Affiliation Amid NMP Appointment
Dr Haresh Singaraju, a nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) set to take office, has found himself amid a media storm over his political affiliations. A photograph of the family physician…
Family Mookata Enforces Zero-Tolerance Policy Against Buffet Theft
In a bold move to combat buffet theft, Family Mookata has announced a strict zero-tolerance policy for customers who attempt to take away food from its all-you-can-eat offerings. The local…
Changi Airport’s Terminal 5 Exhibition Opens to the Public
Changi Airport’s latest exhibition, T5 in the Making, is now welcoming visitors to a glimpse into the exciting future of aviation. Launched on 6 January 2024, the exhibition is located…
Singapore-Registered Cars Caught Pumping Subsidised Fuel in Malaysia
Recently, a pair of incidents involving Singapore-registered vehicles attempting to fill up on Malaysia’s heavily subsidised Ron95 petrol have sparked a wave of social media commentary and regulatory scrutiny. Viral…
New Beverage Container Return Scheme in Singapore Launched by Dr Janil Puthucheary
SINGAPORE: A new initiative aimed at promoting recycling and reducing waste is set to roll out from 1 April 2026. The Beverage Container Return Scheme, heralded by Senior Minister of…
Pritam Singh Faces Disciplinary Panel as Workers’ Party Responds to Court Conviction
The Workers’ Party (WP) is taking critical steps in response to the recent court conviction of party chief Pritam Singh for lying to a parliamentary committee. Following a High Court…
Singapore’s Economy Experiences Robust Growth Amid Global Challenges
As we welcome 2024, there’s good news on the economic front for Singapore. The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) has published early estimates showing that the economy grew by…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…