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Commuters evacuated after smoke seen coming from train at Bukit Gombak station
A faulty brake was the likely cause of the smoke, says SMRT Trains.
Commuters evacuated after train at Bukit Gombak MRT station emits smoke; faulty brake likely cause
There were no reports of commuters needing medical assistance.
Comedian Trevor Noah adds second Singapore show in November
Event organiser Bohm Presents announced on Tuesday (Sep 15) that Trevor Noah has added extra shows to his upcoming Asia tour, including one more performance in Singapore....
Go-Ahead steps up training, support for bus drivers after complaints of longer waits in Tampines
Residents had approached Tampines GRC MP Baey Yam Keng with their complaints.
Singer Malcolm Todd performing in Singapore at The Star Theatre on Nov 30
Known for songs such as Earrings, Sweet Boy and Roommates, Malcolm Todd will perform in Singapore for the first time as part of his Malcolm Todd: Do That Again World Tour....
A longer life, but how many years in good health?
A nine-year gap separates lifespan and health span in Singapore. Experts at the AIA Healthcare Summit 2026 explored how preventive care, healthier habits and sustainable healthcare financing could help narrow it....
New law to protect racial harmony in S'pore takes effect
A new law to safeguard and strengthen racial harmony took effect on Sep. 15, 2026. The Maintenance of Racial Harmony Act 2025 was passed by parliament on Feb. 4, 2025. In a press release on Sep. 14, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said the act "strengthens Singapore's ability ...
S'pore to experience smoke haze next few days, PSI hits 145
Singapore will likely be affected by smoke haze in the coming days with the 24-hour PSI forecast to be in the high moderate to mid unhealthy range. This was announced by the National Environment Agency (NEA) in its evening advisory on Sep. 14, 2026. A PSI value of 51 to 100 indic...
A year after Singaporean cricket coach's murder in Malawi, his family is still fighting for answers
Mr Arjun Menon was killed at his home in Malawi in May last year. His sister tells CNA that the family is still in the dark about what happened.
‘Goodbye, Malaysia. I wish you well’ — Malaysian gives up his citizenship for Singapore after losing faith in M’sia politicians; praises SG govt and its progress in delivering its promises
Summary A Malaysian Redditor described giving up his citizenship after years of local political disappointment and a deepening admiration for Singapore’s governance. His journey included youthful political activism, a move to Singapore, early financial struggles, and, eventually,...
Researchers on mission to improve heat illness data at A&Es in Singapore
Several hospitals and residential homes have also been taking more measures to protect patients during hotter weather.
S’porean man, 20, jailed for raping 2 girls & sexually assaulting another a few years ago, victims aged 13-14
A 20-year-old Singaporean man was sentenced to nine years’ jail and 12 strokes of the cane after raping three underage girls, aged 13 to 14, in the span of nine months in 2023. He faced five charges consisting of aggravated rape and sexual penetration of a minor. He pleaded guilt...
What’s one thing that you’ve brought for your house that you regret? Homeowners of Singapore shared their answers
SINGAPORE: It is true that buying a home in Singapore is exciting, yet it also comes with plenty of decisions that might end up being regrets. On Reddit , a netizen curiously asked homeowners in Singapore about one thing that they have bought for their house but ended up regretti...
What's one thing that you've brought for your house that you regret? Homeowners of Singapore shared their answers
SINGAPORE: It is true that buying a home in Singapore is exciting, yet it also comes with plenty of decisions that might end up being regrets. On Reddit , a netizen curiously asked homeowners in Singapore about one thing that they have bought for their house but ended up regretti...
PSD reviewing paper that alleges civil servants disproportionately bought homes near unannounced MRT stations
The department will refer any issue to CPIB if there is material basis to do so.