Coroner’s inquiry into Hougang fire: Family of 3 who died refused help from HDB on hoarding issue
The inquiry comes after the fire broke out in January 2025, at a unit in Block 971 Hougang Street 91.
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What goes on inside the new sorting facility for used bottles and cans
The Straits Times journeys through the process of recycling used drink containers.
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Over 33 million bottles and cans collected under beverage container return scheme; new sorting plant unveiled
The new 2,000 sq m facility sorts and processes collected containers before sending them to recyclers to be turned into new products.
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New Tuas sorting facility collects 27.5 million bottles and cans for recycling in under 2 months
The Beverage Container Return Scheme is expected to recover more than 1 billion beverage containers used each year.
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41 rare Chinese artefacts to make Singapore debut on Dec 7 in four classic novels showcase
They include rare manuscripts, woodblock prints and opera scripts dating from the 17th to 19th centuries.
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14 years’ jail, caning for man, 21, over sexual assault of multiple young girls and other offences
He admitted to committing sexual offences on nine young victims over two years.
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JB Festival 2026 brings Johor Bahru city centre back to life as RM25 million upgrade transforms urban space
JOHOR BAHRU: Johor Menteri Besar Dato’ Onn Hafiz Ghazi attended the JB Festival 2026 at Dataran 0KM and Jalan Dato’ Onn in Johor Bahru, marking a visible milestone in the city centre’s revitalisation effort backed by RM25 million (S$7.8 million) in infrastructure and urban develo...
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Lewis Hamilton’s +44 lifestyle label and Almave spirit debut in Southeast Asia at Marina Bay Sands
The Formula 1 star is bringing limited-edition streetwear, a Jahan Loh collaboration and zero-proof cocktails to Singapore during race weekend.
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Singapore baby-care brand Tollyjoy to wind down after 55 years
The company was founded in Singapore in 1971.
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Bus commuters playing music loudly, putting feet on seats face fines of up to $500 from Sept 23: LTA
More serious offences could result in fines of up to $5,000.
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‘A bittersweet moment’: Baby, mother care firm Tollyjoy to wind down brand after 55 years
The home-grown company was founded in 1971.
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Kit Chan’s Singapore concert draws Stefanie Sun, JJ Lin and other local stars
During her sold-out concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Saturday (Sep 19), Chan also paid tribute to musicians, including David Tao and the late Leslie Cheung....
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14-member e-cigarette syndicate revealed, husband-and-wife duo among six who plead guilty
SINGAPORE: Police have discovered a 14-member e-cigarette crime syndicate in which a couple was the ringleader, and the wife was in charge of the illegal distribution. With this crime, the couple profited $80,000, and they rented an apartment to use as a warehouse. Case details r...