Jail, driving disqualification for SMRT bus driver who ran over construction worker in Tanjong Pagar
The bus’ front left tyre ran over the victim’s legs, while the left rear tyre narrowly missed him.
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Haze disrupts daily routines, hits businesses in Singapore's west as PSI reaches very unhealthy level
Singapore's west has seen some of the highest haze readings in recent days, but experts say this may not continue as the situation remains dynamic.
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Car skids, crashes into wall at Tampines HDB block
No injuries were reported and the driver, a 72-year-old woman, is assisting with investigations.
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Beware of scammers impersonating investment personalities, financial gurus: Police
Victims are persuaded to download investment apps or access trading websites controlled by the scammers.
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Malaysia’s Selangor investigating 7 petrol stations after contaminated RON95 complaints
Motorists reported problems including abnormal engine noises, jerking, loss of power and engines failing to start. Some vehicles were also reported to have suffered burnt engine valves....
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Vietnam signs free trade deal with four European nations
The deal, between Southeast Asia's fastest-growing economy and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) eliminates or reduces customs duties, including on imports of industrial, fish and agricultural products....
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‘The fires are in Indonesia, but their impact is felt by our neighbours’ — PM Prabowo welcomes Singapore & Malaysia’s support to battle forest fires causing haze across region
Summary Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has approved assistance from neighbouring countries to fight forest fires affecting several Indonesian provinces. Malaysia offered one aircraft, three helicopters and 52 firefighting personnel during a meeting with Mr Prabowo in West ...
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Haze in Singapore: Runners train in malls, families head for indoor playgrounds
A running club founder has suggested alternatives such as yoga and indoor gym workouts to members.
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Hom Yoga to close permanently following Valley Point redevelopment, Orchard Central exit
Those with existing class packages, weekly or monthly memberships can continue till its final day.
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Malaysia’s BN to announce candidates for Melaka polls on Oct 28: State chairman
Ab Rauf Yusoh, who is also Melaka’s caretaker chief minister, said the candidates would carry the responsibility of continuing the coalition’s mandate and securing victory at the polls....
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Singapore woman wonders if S$8.5K monthly pay is the new norm after hearing what tech workers earn
SINGAPORE: One woman has been left feeling rather deflated after realising just how many people around her, particularly those working in tech, are earning upwards of S$8,500 a month. In a post on the r/singaporeslips forum, she admitted she was struggling to make sense of how co...
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F&B businesses struggle as haze conditions worsen
Some food stall owners have even suffered monthly losses.
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Hiring is just the first step. Can Singapore keep workers with disabilities in their jobs?
Workplace dynamics and the lack of accommodations are among the hurdles to overcome.