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Keppel planning subsea cable to transmit solar energy from Indonesia to Jurong Island plant

The electricity will be transmitted from the Riau Islands.

Najib’s house arrest puts Malaysia in ‘uncharted’ legal territory, poses political challenge for PM Anwar

Former PM Najib Razak is likely the first convicted prisoner in Malaysia to have his sentence commuted to house arrest, experts say, adding that the move could pose a challenge for incumbent Anwar Ibrahim, given his anti-corruption pledge....

Crystal Jade closes Clementi Mall & Jurong Point outlets, 5 shut in 2026 with 13 remaining

Another two Crystal Jade Singapore outlets are set to shutter in 2026, bringing the total number of closures this year to five. The chain's Hong Kong Kitchen branch in Clementi mall was closed on Sep. 15. The restaurant was cordoned off and a notice dated Sep. 16 was put up indic...

Singapore, China to look beyond Tianjin Eco-City as project nears 20-year mark: Chee Hong Tat

Singapore, China to look beyond Tianjin Eco-City as project nears 20-year mark: Chee Hong Tat The Straits Times

27 motorists caught for traffic offences at Woodlands Checkpoint during Sep. 2026 school holidays

The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) caught 27 motorists committing traffic offences at Woodlands Checkpoint during the September school holidays between Sep. 4 and 13. ICA officers stepped up traffic enforcement operations at the checkpoint during this period, the agenc...

Singapore and Australia Navies Mark Completion of Bilateral Maritime Exercise Singaroo

Singapore and Australia Navies Mark Completion of Bilateral Maritime Exercise Singaroo mindef.gov.sg

M'sian soldier, 40, charged after allegedly kicking daughter, 5, in restaurant

A Malaysian soldier was arrested and is facing charges after kicking his 5-year-old daughter on Sep. 11 2026. According to The Star , Mohamed Nisa Mohamed Nasir, 40, was charged with allegedly abusing a child under his care on Sep. 17. He pleaded not guilty. In a widely shared vi...

Public service can better foster understanding between groups for collective action: Chan Chun Sing

It has to reimagine new frameworks when existing ones no longer work, he added.

Trump's own appointed Fed Chair raised interest rates despite Trump's objections, what next?

On Sep. 16, the United States Federal Reserve voted unanimously to raise its benchmark interest rate by 0.25 per cent. The decision comes against the wishes of U.S. President Donald Trump, who criticised the move and demanded on social media that the interest rates be lowered “an...

Team Singapore looking forward to Asian Games even as Nagoya faces issues

Team Singapore looking forward to Asian Games even as Nagoya faces issues The Straits Times

Coroner rules death of 17-year-old boy who was pinned by basketball frame a misadventure

Dunking and holding on to the rim are “part and parcel of the game” and the basketball structure should easily have been able to withstand the forces involved, said the State Coroner....

S’pore iPhone 18 launch: Queue started at 11pm, 1 person picked up at least 33 iPhones on behalf of others

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max launched in Singapore on Sep. 18, 2026. Wait When Mothership arrived at the Apple store in Orchard at about 5:35am, a long queue had already formed. Photos by Rafael See Toh/ Mothership Photos by Rafael See Toh/ Mothership Photos by Rafael ...

Boy's clog gets stuck in Sembawang mall escalator; parents say this is why they don't buy Crocs

SINGAPORE: A recent video on TikTok showed the top part of a Crocs foam clog stuck into the top step of an escalator, which had jammed as a result. While the clip is a lighthearted one, and the user on the platform was thankful that no one got hurt, many commenters on the video s...

CASE sees rise in complaints over pre-owned cars; mileage tampering among issues flagged

Industry players say squeezed margins and the difficulty of selling high-mileage cars can tempt unscrupulous dealers to manipulate odometers.

S'pore woman alleges funeral provider handed over father's body in pee-stained clothes after she changed providers

A woman took to social media to describe her experience with a funeral provider in Singapore, which she had engaged to handle her father's cremation. She alleged that after she decided to terminate the provider's services upon learning about a past incident involving the company,...

Brothers behind automotive business jailed for tax evasion and money laundering

Both men possessed assets that were partly funded by their benefits from wilful income tax evasion.

Death of teen after basketball court structure fell on him ruled a misadventure: Coroner

Mohd Ridwan had dunked the ball and held on to the post, but the structure should have held his weight.

Singapore shares edge lower as DFI Retail slides; STI down 0.08%

Singapore shares edge lower as DFI Retail slides; STI down 0.08% The Business Times

All aboard: Some Singapore athletes housed on cruise ship during Asian Games

With no dedicated athletes' village, the Asian Games' organisers are relying on a cruise ship, temporary wooden containers and hotels to house participants....

Squeezed out: why Singapore’s big-box gyms are losing to niche studios

Squeezed out: why Singapore’s big-box gyms are losing to niche studios South China Morning Post

Waymo to bring autonomous, electric ride-hailing to S'pore in 2028

Autonomous ride-hailing service Waymo is set to come to Singapore by 2028, marking its first entry in Southeast Asia. The company announced the expansion on Sep. 18 during a press event where Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow was the Guest-of-Honour. An independent subsidiary o...

Singapore expansion announced for biopharmaceutical testing capacity

Singapore expansion announced for biopharmaceutical testing capacity labmate-online.com

11 Sailors to represent Singapore at inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup

11 Sailors to represent Singapore at inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup lioncitysailorsfc.sg

Malaysia to ensure fuel supplies through year-end, ministry says

Singapore's Thunes launches cross-border payouts across six new Middle East markets

Singapore's Thunes launches cross-border payouts across six new Middle East markets TNGlobal

How food, people-to-people ties and an Indian international school helped Siglap get a park

Global Schools Group celebrates its 25th anniversary with milestones showing how it contributes to Singapore.

Singapore Shares Close in Red Despite Decline in Oil Prices; Multi-Chem Plunges 38%

Singapore Shares Close in Red Despite Decline in Oil Prices; Multi-Chem Plunges 38% Yahoo Finance Singapore

Japanese beef bowl chain Matsuya to open first Singapore outlet

Japanese beef bowl chain Matsuya to open first Singapore outlet The Straits Times

UBS presents inaugural Padel at the Gardens with Gardens by the Bay

UBS presents inaugural Padel at the Gardens with Gardens by the Bay The Edge Singapore

Lions squad announced for FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026

Lions squad announced for FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 Football Association of Singapore (FAS)

Hindu fire-walking festival to be live-streamed on YouTube and Facebook

Online registration opens on Sept 24 and will close on Oct 31 at 11pm.

Enhanced SG Arrival Card coming Sep 30 — MyICA users urged to update app first

SINGAPORE: The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority will launch an enhanced version of the Singapore Arrival Card from September 30, 2026, available through the MyICA Mobile app and the ICA website. Travellers who use the MyICA Mobile app to submit their SGAC will need to update...

Singapore and Vietnam Reaffirm Defence Relations through 17th Defence Policy Dialogue

Singapore and Vietnam Reaffirm Defence Relations through 17th Defence Policy Dialogue mindef.gov.sg

Trio jailed for crimes linked to scam syndicate; 6 victims cheated of cash, valuables worth over $1m

The men were each sentenced to between 49 and 74 months' jail on Sept 18.

Girl, 6, taken to hospital after SBS Transit bus and car collide in Tampines Central

She was taken conscious to KK Women's and Children's Hospital by the SCDF.

Public servants need to shift from doing things ‘for’ Singaporeans to ‘with’ them: Chan Chun Sing

Giving the example of the recent redevelopments of Maju Forest and Gillman Barracks, Mr Chan said the public service has to honestly articulate trade-offs on policy decisions....

One arrested among 13 teen cyclists under investigation for causing public nuisance: Police

The cyclists were causing nuisance near 17 Petir Road on the night of Sept 9.

Singapore brothers behind William’s Auto get jail for tax evasion and money laundering

The dealership issued cash invoices for various services without charging GST.

Singapore fuel oil stocks increase amid higher net imports

Singapore fuel oil stocks increase amid higher net imports engine.online

Singapore Tonight - Thu 17 Sep 2026

Singapore Tonight - Thu 17 Sep 2026 channelnewsasia.com

No sign of missing Singaporean diver in Palau; search called off after five days, Singapore News

No sign of missing Singaporean diver in Palau; search called off after five days, Singapore News AsiaOne

Jail for ex-madrasah executive director who misappropriated over $68,000

He had pleaded guilty to one count each of misappropriating the money and misusing a computer system.

Waymo Is Expanding To Singapore

Waymo Is Expanding To Singapore Engadget

Breakout Filipino tennis star Alex Eala on Singapore, fame and inspiring young Asian women

Ahead of the Singapore Tennis Open, 21-year-old tennis star Alexandra Eala reflects on navigating newfound stardom, why Singapore feels like one of her many homes, and what it's like for her to inspire young women across Asia....

Jurong Lake Gardens lights up for Mid-Autumn Festival

Lanterns inspired by The Legend Of The White Snake illuminate Jurong Lake Gardens.

Singapore says AI safeguards must keep pace with technology

Singapore says AI safeguards must keep pace with technology TNGlobal

Why are budget cars in Singapore rarer than premium ones?

Why are budget cars in Singapore rarer than premium ones? The Straits Times

‘Borderline concealment’: ICA finds 2,200 cartons of cigarettes hidden in lorry floorboard

SINGAPORE: ICA officers at Tuas Checkpoint have foiled another cigarette smuggling attempt, uncovering more than 2,200 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes concealed within a modified floorboard in a Malaysia-registered lorry on September 2, 2026. Officers directed the lorry for enh...

Tuas Checkpoint: Faster clearance for motorcyclists, pillion riders as facial recognition begins

The system was first rolled out at Woodlands Checkpoint on March 31.

iPhone 18 launch draws long queues; some resell devices immediately after purchase, Singapore News

iPhone 18 launch draws long queues; some resell devices immediately after purchase, Singapore News AsiaOne

Singapore’s Longest Running Topical Comedy Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap Returns for Its 18th Year

Singapore’s Longest Running Topical Comedy Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap Returns for Its 18th Year Alvinology

Apply now or wait? Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) 10-year return rises to 2.32%

Apply now or wait? Singapore Savings Bonds (SSB) 10-year return rises to 2.32% Beansprout

Mooncake bakes from Rebecca Lim’s family bakery, Tay Ying and Yang Guang Ke Le

From mooncake croissants to gelato creations with a dry ice show, there’s something for traditionalists and adventurous eaters alike.

North-South Corridor: Costs of two-year delay to be known only after completion, LTA says

LTA says it will assess whether any additional costs will be borne by the contractor or the agency itself, once the project wraps up.

Anthropic to open first Southeast Asia office in Singapore in October

Anthropic to open first Southeast Asia office in Singapore in October TNGlobal

Complaining may feel good, but too much could affect your brain, body and relationships

SINGAPORE: Complaining is pretty much a part of who we are. Studies have shown that the average adult complains, on average, 15 to 30 times, or about 8 minutes and 45 seconds a day. It became a part of our routine. And really, who could blame us when we, as humans, are wired to n...

Can Singapore Still Hold Space For Culture? - The Pride

Can Singapore Still Hold Space For Culture? The Pride - Singapore Kindness Movement

Search called off for two missing divers in Palau, including 62-year-old Singaporean: Report

Singaporean Tan Soon Liang, 62, and Chinese national Xiaowi Wu, 43, were diving at Peleliu Wall on Sept 7.

Former MUIS senior director gets jail for misappropriating funds meant for religious school

Razak Mohamed Lazim, 59, also accessed the email server of a religious school without permission after resigning from his position there.

OCBC Extends Bank of Ningbo Partnership as 20 Percent Shareholder

OCBC Extends Bank of Ningbo Partnership as 20 Percent Shareholder Fintech Singapore