New $60m marine science institute launched to help Singapore, region with ocean challenges
New institute could also inform development of new western island.
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Singapore upset Hong Kong in women's table tennis team event at Asian Games
Hong Kong are ranked ninth in the world in the event, while Singapore are 15th.
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Missing: Man, 52, last seen in Bukit Batok
Shazalee Kamis was last seen wearing a white shirt, beige pants, black cap and black sandals.
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MAS warns of fresh global shocks and AI pullback, but says Singapore firms and households well-buffered
Economies benefitting from AI-related exports and investments can handle higher debt costs for now, but they are also the most vulnerable if the AI boom cools....
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Singapore man, 65, a plumber, assaults maid in Telok Kurau after she breaks up with him before returning to home country
Summary A 65-year-old plumber pleaded guilty to five charges after entering a Telok Kurau home and assaulting a domestic worker. The woman had planned to return to her home country after her employment contract ended and decided to end their relationship. The case was adjourned t...
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Tollyjoy says decision to close after 55 years not driven by financial considerations
The Singapore baby-care brand said Tollyjoy products are no longer being sold in Singapore, although some remain available in Malaysia.
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Man fined for leaving urine and faeces outside neighbour's Bukit Batok flat
The victim was alarmed and called the police.
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Online Safety Commission received over 500 reports on online harm in first two months
The youngest victim was a seven-year-old who was subject to doxxing.
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Over 500 cases of online harms reported to S’pore agency in first two months; youngest victim aged 7
Doxing and online harassment made up bulk of eligible reports submitted to Online Safety Commission.
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4% interest rate floor for CPF Special, MediSave, Retirement accounts extended till end-2027
Interest rates for the coming quarter remains unchanged.
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Woman wrongfully dismissed because of her pregnancy and maternity leave awarded S$19,800
The woman, who had a good performance appraisal, was told over the phone by her new boss a few days before delivering that she did not fit into his vision of the team....
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URA to review guidelines on floor space to give developers more design flexibility: Chee Hong Tat
The GFA relook comes in response to industry feedback
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Singapore's 'new generation' shines at Asian Games as Russel Pang sets 1,500m freestyle national record
Swimmer Russel Pang is making his Asian Games debut.