In a health-centric initiative, Singapore residents aged 40 and above can now exchange Healthpoints from the Health Promotion Board’s (HPB) Healthy 365 mobile app for discounts on their MediShield Life…
SINGAPORE: SMRT has confirmed that recent train disruptions are isolated occurrences and do not indicate systemic problems within Singapore’s rail network. President of Trains, Lam Sheau Kai, assured commuters in…
The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) tackled an impressive smuggling attempt on 15 September 2024, confiscating over 18,400 e-vaporisers and more than 1,400 associated components at Tuas Checkpoint. The discovery…
SINGAPORE — A remarkable marine discovery has unfolded in Singapore as the carcass of a 6.3m-long baleen whale was found off Tanjong Pagar on 6 September 2024. The Lee Kong…
SINGAPORE—The city-state is grappling with a rise in drug-related offences as two men face multiple charges linked to Class A controlled substances. The cases, which feature an American and a…
During his introductory visit to the United States from 9 to 13 September 2024, Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing addressed significant advancements in Singapore’s military capabilities, focusing on the F-35…
On the afternoon of 12 September 2024, a shocking incident unfolded at Liat Towers, Orchard Road, when a false ceiling collapsed, injuring three people—one of whom was a pregnant woman.…
A significant crackdown on vape-related drug trafficking in Singapore has led to the arrest and charging of a 26-year-old man, Tian Jiacheng. This operation marks the Central Narcotics Bureau’s (CNB)…
A recent courtroom drama in Singapore has shown the potential pitfalls of using artificial intelligence in sensitive legal matters. A father, seeking a personal protection order (PPO) against his ex-wife,…
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has ramped up its efforts against illegal delivery riders, resulting in the arrest of four foreigners in a series of operations conducted islandwide. This crackdown…
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) expressed serious concerns over Israel’s recent airstrikes on Doha, describing it as a “blatant violation of the sovereignty of Qatar.” The MFA, in a…
In a significant move to bolster its maritime security capabilities, Singapore has confirmed the acquisition of four Boeing P-8A maritime patrol aircraft to replace the ageing Fokker-50s, which have served…
SINGAPORE: Big changes are on the horizon for Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) as plans for a new medical tower have been announced, aimed at enhancing healthcare capacity for the…
SINGAPORE — In a shocking breach of trust, Yu Mingyan, a 34-year-old physiotherapist assistant, has been sentenced to 18 months and two weeks in prison for unlawfully accessing his bedridden…
SINGAPORE — In a troubling case of corruption, two former Singapore Prison Service (SPS) officers have pleaded guilty to accepting bribes from an inmate in exchange for smuggling prohibited items…
In a significant enforcement initiative, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has seized more than 1,500 e-vaporisers and related components in just four days since tougher penalties came into play…
In a stunning revelation, Michael Anthony Pillay, a 34-year-old enforcement supervisor for a company contracted by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA), stands accused of soliciting bribes related to vape raids.…
On 4 September 2024, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi jointly announced a strategic plan aimed at enhancing their nations’ partnership. This announcement, made during…
The Singapore Police Force has alerted the public about a fraudulent scheme involving a supposed “Johor-Singapore housing subsidy” making rounds on social media. The scam touts a non-existent collaboration between…
A 22-year-old man is set to face charges on 4 September 2024 for attempting to deposit a counterfeit S$10,000 note at a bank in Clementi. His actions, which took place…
Singapore’s future Mount Pleasant housing estate is set to offer home seekers a fresh choice with its new Build-to-Order (BTO) project, named Mount Pleasant Crest. This initiative will allow buyers…
A 24-year-old camp instructor has been sentenced to eight weeks’ jail for sending sexually explicit messages and an obscene photo to a 15-year-old girl after conducting a school camp. Ilyas…
As the September school holidays approach, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has issued a warning about potential traffic congestion at both Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints. Travellers can expect longer…
A Singapore-flagged tanker, named Marine Dynamo, collided with a Malta-registered bulk carrier, Flag Gangos, on 1 September 2024, resulting in a minor oil spill off the coast of Tanah Merah.…
In a recent turn of events, American stand-up comedian Sammy Obeid’s allegations surrounding the cancellation of his shows in Singapore have sparked a fierce response from local authorities. During a…
SINGAPORE: The latest crackdown on vaping in Singapore has escalated as authorities focus on the alarming rise of drug-laced products like Kpods. At a press conference on 30 August 2024,…
The National Water Agency, PUB, is leading significant efforts to protect Singapore’s low-lying areas, particularly the Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi, from the looming threat of rising sea levels. Exciting…
SINGAPORE: In a significant reshuffle, the Public Service Division (PSD) announced several new permanent secretary appointments, effective 1 October 2024. At the forefront is Mr Tan Chye Hee, who will…
A Vietnamese-American man, Nguyen Duy Khiem, has been sentenced to 19 months in jail and fined S$239,065 (US$186,300) for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar money laundering scheme in Singapore. Details…
SINGAPORE: Singapore has seen significant increases in road traffic accidents and rat-related enforcement actions in the first half of 2025, according to recent statistical releases. Rising Road Traffic Accidents The…