Off-duty SMRT bus captain killed in BKE crash; another bus driver arrested
The accident follows another fatal collision near Woodlands Checkpoint on Nov 1.
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · As published by Straits Times — Singapore · · 1 min read
The accident follows another fatal collision near Woodlands Checkpoint on Nov 1.

News
Filipino actor LA said he made efforts to visit Thai actress Frayya in Bangkok regularly, but their busy careers made it difficult to stay connected.
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026
Local
The 52-year-old man was detained on arrival at Changi Airport.
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

safety
The 64-year-old also spat on two other officers during his arrest.
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026
safety
A 69-year-old male tipper truck driver is assisting with investigations.
Straits Times — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

Local
The Australian frozen yoghurt chain is giving its newest Singapore outlet a local twist by teaming up with heritage bakery Chin Mee Chin for two limited-edition toppings inspired by kopitiam favourites....
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

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Beyond physical fitness, parents hope such lessons will help their children build confidence, discipline and resilience.
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026
safety
The drugs seized included 1.5kg of cannabis, 166g of Ice and 25g of Ecstasy tablets.
Straits Times — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

business
SINGAPORE: After two brothers announced that their five-month-old hawker stall in Chinatown would be closing, there has been a happy turnaround, as one of them is staying on in the business. Thirty-one-year-old Troy Lee and his brother Scott, 29, opened New Horse Noodles in June....
The Independent Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

government
Mr Lim, a DBS board member since 2020, will take over on Jan 1, 2027, as Mr Seah steps down after overseeing a period of significant growth and digital transformation at Singapore's largest bank....
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

Local
The owners of 84 units in R&F Princess Cove, a waterfront development overlooking the Woodlands Causeway, were awarded compensation for delays involving their units and shared facilities. The developer intends to appeal the decision, its lawyer told CNA....
CNA — Latest · Nov 5, 2026

News
DBS separately named independent director Anthony Lim as its next chairman, succeeding Peter Seah after 16 years.
CNA — Singapore · Nov 5, 2026

parks
SINGAPORE: A 27-year-old Malaysian has sparked discussion online after asking whether he would be “stupid” to turn down a job in Singapore in favour of staying home. In a post on Reddit's r/MalaysianPF, he explained that he had received two offers: one in Malaysia, with a monthly...
The Independent Singapore · Nov 5, 2026