Can big data save the next Megan Khung? It’s definitely worth a try to keep children safer
SAFER, which relies on a risk algorithm based on data analytics, does not replace human judgment.
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S'pore silat instructor, 59, kisses female student, 14, on forehead & cheek, sends her sexual messages saying he's 'open minded'
A silat instructor in Singapore asked his 14-year-old student to give him a traditional Malay greeting, bringing his hand to her face. However, he instead pulled her in to kiss her. The Straits Times (ST) reported that the man, now 59, was sentenced to five months and five weeks’...
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2 workers at Tuas Port die after falling into the sea
Two workers have died following an incident at Tuas Port on the morning of Sep. 22. In response to Mothership 's queries, a PSA Singapore spokesperson confirmed that an incident occurred at Tuas Port at about 8:40am on Tuesday. Two workers fell into the sea in the course of steve...
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'We cannot become complacent about safety & security in S'pore': PM Wong
Singaporeans cannot become complacent about safety and security, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Sep. 23. He was delivering a speech at the SGSecure 10th anniversary event, which the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) commemorated for a decade of building community preparedness,...
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S'pore launches global brand campaign to attract businesses & talent, kicks off with climate event in NYC
On Sep. 22, 2026, Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) launched an international campaign aimed at strengthening the country's appeal to businesses and global talent. "When You're Ready" Photo from MTI. The campaign, titled "When You're Ready", is an evolution of Sing...
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M’sian man, 27, arrested in M'sia & handed over to S'pore for allegedly being a scam syndicate mastermind
A 27-year-old Malaysian man was arrested in Malaysia and handed over to Singapore for allegedly recruiting and coordinating Malaysians to conduct scam and money laundering operations. The man, nicknamed “Da Xiang”, was wanted for his role as a syndicate mastermind who coordinated...
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Black spitting cobra seen near Serangoon Gardens remains elusive after NParks' searches
The species is drawn to areas with prey such as rats and frogs. NParks advises people who encounter a snake to keep a safe distance, stay calm and give it space to retreat....
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Indonesian man allegedly used 28 counterfeit S$10,000 notes at S'pore casino, tried to use 6 more & got caught
An Indonesian businessman is assisting with investigations in Singapore after he allegedly used 34 counterfeit S$10,000 notes at the Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) casino in June 2026, The Straits Times reported . News of the incident has been picked up by Malaysian media and gaming...
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No grand deal expected from Xi’s US visit as China seeks ‘strategic stability’: Analysts
The visit will be Chinese President Xi Jinping’s first state visit to the United States in more than a decade.
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Can money buy love for reading? Gwee Li Sui on our results-oriented culture
Why do Singaporean kids write about winter? Gwee Li Sui on AI, Singlish & why culture cannot be rushed.
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Indranee urges developers to build more family-friendly spaces amid Singapore’s push to support parenthood
“I urge you to see your malls not just as places for shopping, but as potential hubs for the community where you can have activities for singles and families," said Second Minister for National Development Indranee Rajah....
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Man charged over unauthorised SUTD football field bookings, causing more than $130k in revenue loss
Sashi M Kirubakaran is accused of committing the offences between 2023 and 2025.