SINGAPORE: On Thursday (Oct 1), a 44-year-old domestic helper who threw a bottle of lotion at the mother of her employer, as well as stole two pieces of gold jewellery, has been given a jail sentence of 16 weeks. Eka Yulianti Suryanto, an Indonesian national, pleaded guilty to one count of theft,...
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Eight years after his last show in Singapore, The Weeknd made a triumphant return on Friday (Oct 2) with powerhouse vocals, dazzling lasers and a larger-than-life production that proved just how far he has come as a performer....
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From a Pokemon-themed run to a parade featuring all 27 first partner Pokemon, here’s what you can catch before the year ends.
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AW & Sons’ Josh Hu once wanted to be a photojournalist. Today, he channels that creative instinct into property projects shaped by their location rather than a fixed formula....
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Not far from Singapore, this laid-back harbour town is the gateway to Borneo’s extraordinary wildlife – but stay awhile for its fascinating wartime history, fresh seafood and distinctive local eats....
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The JRL is Singapore's first fully elevated MRT line. Find out how it was built in four-hour windows.
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SINGAPORE: Another day, another scramble for a seat on the train. When a local TikToker appeared to have some difficulty getting a seat, she jokingly wrote across a short clip, “As a man, why do you think you deserve a seat on the MRT instead of a woman?” “Like why are you rushin...
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SINGAPORE: A Singaporean man has found himself looking at his mother differently after realising just how much women of her generation were expected to shoulder at home. After a conversation with friends about their parents’ relationships and the "domestic inequality" they witnes...
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Analysts say border clearance and ticketing will also need to keep up to allow smooth passenger service during a holiday surge.
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SINGAPORE: A simple plan of getting together with one’s close friends is always a good idea. However, in recent times, more and more Singaporeans are claiming that their plans end up with extra guests—primarily the partners of their friends. A netizen asked a question on Reddit, ...
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At least 246 people have fallen victim to the scams.
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SINGAPORE: After four years together and 1.5 years of trying to salvage their relationship, one Singaporean woman finally decided she had had enough. The final straw? Not another fight, another broken promise, or even another disagreement about his behaviour. Her boyfriend used C...
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Some unwed parents adopt their biological children to formalise their legal status and give them better access to benefits such as public housing and tax reliefs. Unwed mothers said the process can be lengthy and costly, and can leave them feeling unfairly scrutinised over their ...
