A proposal has been made to provide economic relief to scam victims. This idea involves using fines collected from non-compliant platforms to help those affected. The suggestion is part of a broader discussion on combating scams.
Further details about this proposal are available, including the context in which it was made. A parliamentary debate is ongoing, focusing on a bill aimed at countermeasures against scams.
The proposal's supporter believes it aligns with principles of fairness and justice, and is connected to regulations requiring online platforms to implement anti-scam measures.
A magistrate's court has ordered a woman in Singapore to pay her ex-husband a total of S$7,085 after displaying "highly unreasonable" conduct towards him. Deputy Registrar Mark Lim noted in his judgement released on Sep. 7, 2026, that the man had accidentally transferred S$6,650 ...
A Singaporean diver has gone missing following a diving incident in Palau on Sep. 7 A Mothership reader said that the diving expedition occurred on a motor yacht named Black Pearl. The missing person is also said to be a prominent figure in the Singapore dive industry. The Minist...
Generative AI and online platforms can make religious knowledge more accessible, but should not be relied on as the primary source of religious guidance, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad said in Parliament. He was responding to a question on whether MUIS w...
Six women, aged between 22 and 36, were charged in court on Sep. 9, 2026 under the Public Order Act over their alleged involvement in various unauthorised processions and assemblies, as well as other related offences. Charges The six women are: Kyal Sin Linn Naing, 22; Elijah Tay...
A 28-year-old male Chinese national was sentenced to eight months’ jail after pretending to borrow S$50,000 from his 37-year-old friend, also a male Chinese national, before robbing the cash from him. Zhao Ziqi faced one charge of theft. He pleaded guilty and was sentenced on Sep...
Local cosplayer and streamer Rurusama has bought a new home. In an Instagram video shared on Sep. 5, Rurusama showed off the keys to her new abode, writing in the caption: " Homeowner ERA. I’m so scared... will make videos about renovations & home shopping.. but pls give me advis...
Malone Lam, a 22-year-old Singaporean, has pleaded guilty in a U.S. court to a racketeering conspiracy charge over his role in a cryptocurrency theft ring that stole more than US$260 million (about S$328.7 million) from multiple victims. According to a report by CNA , in a nearly...
A 14-day-old baby boy in Singapore died after he was found face down on his parents' bed. A coroner's inquiry on Sep. 8, where both parents were present, ruled that the case was non-criminal, reported Shin Min Daily News . The infant was found to have died by natural causes, the ...
The timeline, land use plans, construction methods and reclamation profile for the new western island have not been determined, Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat said in a written reply on Sep. 8. He was responding to questions filed by 13 Members of Parliament from...
A new book examining the leadership and legacy of SM Lee Hsien Loong through his tenure as prime minister from 2004 to 2024 was launched on Sep. 8. Lee Hsien Loong and Singapore details the profound changes the nation underwent during this time, including through global crises su...
Cinnabon will be closing its last Singapore outlet at ION Orchard on Sep. 22, 2026. The American bakery chain known for its baked cinnamon rolls with cream cheese frosting topping said on Instagram that the closure marks the end of its “chapter in Singapore”. “Until then, the ove...
