GrabCab Launches Taxi Services in Singapore with Unique Driver Incentives SINGAPORE: GrabCab is set to hit the roads in July 2024, introducing a fleet of 40 hybrid Toyota Prius taxis…
In a groundbreaking collaborative effort, law enforcement agencies from seven Asian territories have successfully apprehended over 1,800 individuals during a month-long anti-scam operation. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) announced this…
SINGAPORE — A 22-year-old man, Azim Shah Abubakar Shah, has been charged for allegedly making a bomb hoax while aboard a flight preparing to depart from Changi Airport. The incident…
SINGAPORE: The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has imposed a hefty S$3 million fine on public transport operator SMRT following a significant disruption in train services on the East-West Line (EWL)…
In an intriguing turn of events, two separate incidents unraveled in Singapore earlier this month, highlighting the city-state’s challenges with road rage and corruption. Road Rage Incident Ends with Jail…
SINGAPORE: French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off his two-day state visit to Singapore on 29 May 2024, celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between France and Singapore. Accompanied by his…
SINGAPORE: A ransomware attack has compromised the personal information of at least 146 Income Insurance policy holders, as reported by DataPost, the data handling service provider responsible for their documents.…
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) is gearing up to conduct controlled social experiments designed to assess the public’s vigilance and response to potential terror threats. Set to take place…
SINGAPORE: Expectations around Singapore’s housing market are shifting as National Development Minister Chee Hong Tat announced that resale flat prices may moderate beginning in 2026. Speaking during his first site…
SINGAPORE — In a groundbreaking move, the Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) plans to integrate humanoid robots into public safety operations by mid-2027. These robots will be tasked…
In a heartwarming series of events, Singapore is abuzz with news of nostalgia and celebrations. Two beloved local figures, Sharon Yang and Michael Miu, have reunited after decades, providing a…
This year’s National Day Parade (NDP) promises to be a spectacular affair as it celebrates Singapore’s 60th anniversary with unprecedented festivities that stretch from the Padang to Marina Bay. New…
SINGAPORE: A safety review has been announced by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) following a serious accident at Woodlands Checkpoint on 24 May 2024. A Singapore-registered car collided with…
In a recent address following the swearing-in of Singapore’s new Cabinet, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong affirmed the government’s commitment to engaging with all Singaporeans. Wong, who led the People’s Action…
In an unprecedented case, 20-year-old Singaporean Malone Lam has been charged by US authorities for leading a crime ring that allegedly stole more than US$263 million in cryptocurrency. This scheme…
Former actor Ian Fang, 35, was sentenced to 40 months’ jail after pleading guilty to multiple charges involving a 15-year-old minor. The case, which has garnered significant attention, saw Fang…
Singapore’s Minister for Transport, Chee Hong Tat, announced a remarkable 6.1 per cent increase in container throughput for the first four months of 2024. This growth comes despite the ongoing…
Singapore’s public hospitals are currently facing longer-than-usual waiting times at their emergency departments due to a surge in patient numbers. This increase follows the long weekend, specifically after Vesak Day…
A tragic accident along Punggol Road on 13 May 2024 has left one woman dead and raised concerns about e-vaporiser regulations in Singapore. The incident involved a car driven by…
SINGAPORE: The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has proposed the conservation of several significant buildings, including the Singapore Badminton Hall and the grandstands at Turf City, highlighted by National Development Minister…
A significant legal development occurred for Zin Mar Nwe, a domestic worker whose murder conviction was recently downgraded to culpable homicide by Singapore’s Court of Appeal. Initially sentenced to life…
The cricket community in Singapore and abroad is reeling after the tragic death of Arjun Menon, a beloved former national cricketer and dedicated coach. Menon, who was only 48, was…
In a poignant farewell after 24 years in politics, Dr Ng Eng Hen, Singapore’s longest-serving Defence Minister, reflects on his journey and the challenges that lie ahead for the nation.…
In an alarming incident following a Singapore Youth League match on 11 May 2024, a parent was allegedly attacked with a foldable metal chair. The match featured Albirex Niigata versus…
Singapore households can now claim S$500 in Community Development Council (CDC) vouchers, aimed at easing the cost of living, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced on 13 May 2024 at the…
In a recent turn of events, Singapore’s Minister of Transport Chee Hong Tat and Minister of Health Ong Ye Kung have initiated legal proceedings against a Facebook user, Sng Chia…
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore is buzzing with excitement following the election of Pope Leo XIV, who has made history as the first American pontiff to lead over 1.4…
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) is set to bolster its maritime capabilities with the addition of two new Invincible-class submarines, slated for delivery in 2034. This move, confirmed by…
In a heartfelt tribute, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong expressed his deep appreciation for Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat and Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean, who have retired from politics…
SINGAPORE — In a distressing case that has shaken the community, a preschool teacher was sentenced to 19 months in jail for abusing two toddlers under her supervision. The 30-year-old…