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SIMBA redefines Singapore’s Home Broadband Landscape with first-in-market WiFi 7 Integrated ONR
In an era where remote work, 4K/8K media streaming, low-latency online gaming, and smart home ecosystems dominate daily life, the demand for fast, reliable, and comprehensive home connectivity has never been higher. Yet, despite the rollout of high-speed fibre networks across Sin...
S'pore celeb allegedly seen at suspected pyramid scheme meetings in China as part of organising team
Several people who flew to Nanning, China, to attend meetings of an alleged pyramid scheme said they had seen Singapore celebrities there. One male celebrity appeared to be part of the team organising the welcome event for new recruits, they told Shin Min Daily News . Shin Min di...
UK man, 22, handed 5-day SDO & 100 hours' community service for assaulting S'porean PHV driver, 66, who has since died
*Editors Note: We have edited the article for clarity* A 22-year-old British man was sentenced to five-days short detention order (SDO) and 100 hours community service for assaulting a 66-year-old private-hire vehicle driver in Singapore. A SDO requires the offender to be detaine...
2024 Tampines chain collision that killed 2: Prosecution asking for up to 13.5 years' jail for man, 45
The prosecution is seeking up to 13.5 years' jail for a Singaporean man, Muhammad Syafie Bin Ismail, 45, the driver who caused a chain collision in Tampines on Apr. 24, 2024. Syafie appeared in court on Sep. 7, 2026. Prosecution and defence sentencing arguments The prosecution an...
Calvin Cheng weighs in on comments about Indian nationals forming 'enclaves' in S'pore
Former Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) Calvin Cheng has weighed on the conversation on race and immigration in Singapore, addressing observations that Indian nationals tend to form exclusive social networks. Drawing on history and anecdotal experience, Cheng pointed out that...
Singaporeans in Indonesia advised to e-register with MFA amid Anak Krakatau eruption
The Singapore Embassy in Jakarta said the situation remains “fluid”, with further disruptions to flight operations possible.
Singaporean driver who ran over cyclist in Perth pleads guilty to manslaughter
Ng Jing Kai, who was initially charged with murder, will be sentenced on Nov 3.
Activist Jolovan Wham charged over candlelight vigils to mark executions of 3 drug traffickers
He allegedly took part in three candlelight vigils near Changi Prison even though no permits were granted.
Pizza Hut Singapore's all-you-can-eat buffet returns in September with free-flow pizzas, pastas, sides and ice cream
The offer will be available at six outlets, with a dining time of 90 minutes.
CNA Explains: How Singapore reviews and benchmarks political salaries
The salaries of Singapore’s political office holders and parliamentarians have remained unchanged since 2011.
Documentary on Blackpink's Lisa, Always Lalisa, to screen in Singapore cinemas from Oct 12 to 17
Fans in Singapore can catch the documentary at selected Golden Village and Shaw Theatres outlets.
Beyond STEM: Why Singapore tertiary institutions are putting more emphasis on arts and social sciences
As AI takes on more technical and routine tasks, educators are placing greater emphasis on creativity, critical thinking, communication, empathy and real-world problem solving....
Singapore’s global investment talent push faces bigger test: Can it propel locals into top roles?
Singapore hopes anchoring top overseas talent here will deepen the local asset management industry and strengthen the pipeline of homegrown professionals....
Singapore Red Cross to distribute air purifiers, care packs to vulnerable groups amid haze and heat
SRC said 700 people will benefit from the first tranche of support.
Jolovan Wham charged with organising assembly at State Courts, attending vigils near Changi Prison
The activist is accused of organising an assembly at the State Courts to call for the abolition of the death penalty in Singapore.
Singapore Red Cross steps up heat and haze support with air purifiers, support packs
The first tranche of expanded support is expected to reach 700 people across Singapore.
Singaporean man’s BTO plans hit snag after mum refuses to leave rental flat he is tied to: ‘I’m listed as essential occupier’
SINGAPORE: A young Singaporean man has found himself caught in a housing bind after his name remained listed as an “essential occupier” of his mother’s government rental flat, complicating his plans to apply for a Build-To-Order (BTO) flat with his partner. Sharing his predicamen...
Prosecution seeks up to 13.5 years' jail for driver in Tampines collision that killed 2
Both the prosecution and defence are seeking a lifetime driving ban for Muhammad Syafie Ismail.
S'pore woman gets flak for room setup with small space for helper in 4-room BTO
Thinking her post might resonate with homeowners facing space constraints, a woman in Singapore took to Instagram to share how she carved out a private space for her helper in a 4-room BTO flat. However, the post received much criticism from netizens so much so that she had since...
As other Asian equity markets boom, Singapore sees value over volume in SGX's IPO rebound
The SGX is having a bumper crop of IPOs in the first half of the year and the trend is likely to continue if the market holds, analysts said.
Interesting mooncakes to try in Singapore for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026
From tea-infused and snow skin mooncakes to traditional Teochew favourites, custard-filled creations and elaborate gift sets, here are some of the standout options available in Singapore this Mid-Autumn Festival....
Amid a ‘friendship recession’, some young Singaporeans are building bonds through shared interests
Friendship circles in Singapore are shrinking, with only 48 per cent of young people in 2025 saying they have more than three close friends, down from 56 per cent in 2013....
S'pore sends over S$560,000 worth of humanitarian assistance to Nepal
Singapore handed over more than S$560,000 worth of humanitarian assistance to Nepal on Sep. 4, to support ongoing search, recovery and disaster victim identification efforts. The package includes medical supplies, DNA testing kits, personal protective equipment, and specialised e...
PM Wong & SM Lee call on S'poreans to reject attempts to divide us, hold fast to ideals of the pledge
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong have both called on Singaporeans to reject attempts to divide them and to hold fast to the ideals of the National Pledge, to stand by one another “regardless of race, language, or religion.” Their comments, made on ...
S'pore photographer urges Tampines town council & MP to reconsider painting over brick facade of iconic HDB blocks
Architectural photographer Darren Soh has appealed to Tampines Town Council and Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, David Neo, the area's MP, to reconsider painting over the brick facade at Blocks 497A-L at Tampines Street 45. The blocks have been designated to undergo rep...
Tourist drops bank card, driver licence & hotel key card at Bras Basah, thankful to meet Good Samaritans
While out enjoying the Singapore Night Festival, an Australian tourist discovered, to her dismay, that she had dropped all her cards. These included her bank cards, driver's license, hotel key card, and other cards she regularly carried. Speaking to Mothership , Katherine Doyle h...
Singapore air quality remains in moderate range
As of 9pm on Sunday, the 24-hour PSI in Singapore was between 71 and 89, in the moderate range.
Chinese national man, 47, gets S$560K fine in Singapore for evading over S$60K in customs duty on more than 28K bottles of duty-unpaid beer
Summary Han Xiaoyang was fined S$560,000 after pleading guilty to seven charges involving customs duty evasion on 28,236 bottles of beer. The 47-year-old Chinese national failed to pay the fine and will instead serve 164 days in jail. Singapore Customs seized 35,060 bottles of du...
Travel chaos hits Changi and Jakarta airports as volcanic ash grounds flights between the two hubs
Conflicting airline notices meant some travellers turned up at Changi Airport to find out that their flights were grounded, while passengers in Indonesia found themselves turned away after clearing immigration....
Singapore must never allow prejudice against any community to become accepted or normalised: PM Wong
"We can and should have robust debates. But we should never use seemingly legitimate arguments as a cover to fuel prejudice against any community or hostility towards foreigners," says Prime Minister Lawrence Wong....
‘How we respond is up to us’, says PM Wong as he calls on S’poreans to reject hateful comments
He called on Singaporeans to reject such views, and refuse to give them more space or legitimacy.
Microbes along S’pore coastline break down oil faster when sand is less waterlogged, has more oxygen: Report
The findings stemmed from initial research prompted by one of Singapore’s worst oil spills, which occurred in 2024.
Did Chinese delivery giant Meituan fly a rider to Singapore for curry puffs?
Meituan said it does not offer cross-border food delivery or errand services, according to Lianhe Zaobao.
Jakarta airport suspends flights due to Mount Anak Krakatau ash; SIA flights affected
In addition to cancelling two flights on Saturday (Sep 5), Singapore Airlines rescheduled two flights to and from Jakarta.
Jakarta airport suspends flights due to Mount Anak Krakatau ash; SIA among affected airlines
International flights scheduled for Sunday that were delayed or cancelled include some to or from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Doha, according to the airport's website....
Jobseeker questions whether 3-month stint could be costing him job opportunities: ‘Should I remove it?’
SINGAPORE: A Singaporean jobseeker who has spent six months looking for work is questioning whether a three-month stint on his CV could be costing him job opportunities after interviewers repeatedly challenged him over why he left so soon. The jobseeker took to the r/singaporejob...
Jigger & Pony’s Indra Kantono is thinking beyond the cocktail bar
The Jigger & Pony co-founder reflects on mentorship, expansion into Jakarta and why the future of Singapore’s cocktail scene may lie beyond drinks alone....
Still running: The many lives of Larry Peh
He twice won Singapore's highest design honour but also grappled with near bankruptcy and depression, and had brushes with death.