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Activist Jolovan Wham charged over candlelight vigils to mark executions of 3 drug traffickers

He allegedly took part in three candlelight vigils near Changi Prison even though no permits were granted.

Burger King Singapore Launches Dragon Ball Super Toys With King Jr. Meals From September 7

Burger King Singapore Launches Dragon Ball Super Toys With King Jr. Meals From September 7 Great Deals Singapore

Korean food chain Seoul Yummy to close final outlet at Kallang Wave Mall on Oct 22

The restaurant will offer 18 per cent off its signature Korean army stew from now till Oct 22.

How Singapore can become the "Switzerland of chips"

How Singapore can become the "Switzerland of chips" The Business Times

Pizza Hut Singapore's all-you-can-eat buffet returns in September with free-flow pizzas, pastas, sides and ice cream

The offer will be available at six outlets, with a dining time of 90 minutes.

War-Tested Oil Traders Descend on Singapore as $100 Beckons

War-Tested Oil Traders Descend on Singapore as $100 Beckons Bloomberg.com

CNA Explains: How Singapore reviews and benchmarks political salaries

The salaries of Singapore’s political office holders and parliamentarians have remained unchanged since 2011.

Singaporean claims friend refused to pay him for 6 months of work: ‘Who is being unreasonable?’

SINGAPORE: A Singaporean has asked Reddit if he was wrong to expect payment after spending six months working for a friend’s business, despite not completing all the projects he was originally hired to handle. In a post on r/askSingapore, the man said he had been brought in to he...

Mount Anak Krakatau eruption: S’poreans in Indonesia urged to stay safe, minimise outdoor activities

Mount Anak Krakatau began erupting late on Sept 4.

Singapore manufacturing set for 9% growth on AI demand, RHB says

Singapore manufacturing set for 9% growth on AI demand, RHB says Singapore Business Review

Rapist dad saw teen daughter at police station, went home to change, then surrendered

The girl was shocked but did not react to the assault because she was afraid it would anger him.

Malaysian model and teacher Taanusiya Chetty wins 3rd place at Miss World 2026

She matched the country's best-ever Miss World result, previously achieved by Lina Teoh in 1998.

Singapore, Hong Kong banks to benefit most as Asia capital markets deepen in H2: Morgan Stanley

Singapore, Hong Kong banks to benefit most as Asia capital markets deepen in H2: Morgan Stanley The Business Times

Singapore's high ministerial salaries under scrutiny in parliament this week

Singapore's high ministerial salaries under scrutiny in parliament this week Reuters

Documentary on Blackpink's Lisa, Always Lalisa, to screen in Singapore cinemas from Oct 12 to 17

Fans in Singapore can catch the documentary at selected Golden Village and Shaw Theatres outlets.

A guide to visiting the F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026

A guide to visiting the F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026 Cathay Pacific

24 hours in Singapore for less than HK$500 (SGD$82)

24 hours in Singapore for less than HK$500 (SGD$82) Cathay Pacific

Man says job offer fell through after new employer learned he had taken ex-company to court: ‘I won, but at what cost?’

SINGAPORE: A jobseeker has revealed that a prospective employer rescinded his job offer after its HR director discovered he had previously taken his former employer to court over a wrongful dismissal. Sharing his experience anonymously on Reddit’s r/singaporejobs forum, the man s...

Beyond STEM: Why Singapore tertiary institutions are putting more emphasis on arts and social sciences

As AI takes on more technical and routine tasks, educators are placing greater emphasis on creativity, critical thinking, communication, empathy and real-world problem solving....

PM Wong, Chan Chun Sing to deliver ministerial statements on government's response to review of political salaries

The ministerial statements will be debated on Thursday (Sep 10).

Second former EM Services project manager charged with corruption; he allegedly took $50k

Ng Yin Hong allegedly accepted a bribe of $50,000 from a director of a maintenance firm in February 2023.

Malaysia lifts emergency declaration in Sarawak district as fire haze eases, though air quality still poor

Malaysian King Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar gave his consent to end the state of emergency in Serian based on advice from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Openg....

Parliament to debate political salaries this week; PM Wong and Chan Chun Sing to speak on Sept 8

MPs will have the opportunity to review and debate the committee’s report and the Government’s response.

Singapore PM Wong warns racist comments risk deepening divides

Singapore PM Wong warns racist comments risk deepening divides Yahoo News Singapore

Singapore retail sales rise by just 1.5% in July, under consensus forecast

Singapore retail sales rise by just 1.5% in July, under consensus forecast The Business Times

Singapore retail sales growth slows to 1.5% in July as food, department store takings fall

Singapore retail sales growth slows to 1.5% in July as food, department store takings fall The Straits Times

‘Pull us apart’: Singapore’s Lawrence Wong warns against normalising racism

‘Pull us apart’: Singapore’s Lawrence Wong warns against normalising racism South China Morning Post

US adtech giant The Trade Desk lays off 15% of global workforce; Singapore team affected

US adtech giant The Trade Desk lays off 15% of global workforce; Singapore team affected The Straits Times

Singapore’s global investment talent push faces bigger test: Can it propel locals into top roles?

Singapore hopes anchoring top overseas talent here will deepen the local asset management industry and strengthen the pipeline of homegrown professionals....

Singapore ranks 10th amongst world's most expensive prime office markets

Singapore ranks 10th amongst world's most expensive prime office markets Real Estate Asia

Japanese-French patisserie Pantler to remain open after new owner takes over

The 12-year-old patisserie will remain at its River Valley premises with its core pastry team, though founders chef Tomoharu Morita and Matthias Phua are stepping away....

Can you love a new face? Netizen asks if one would still accept partner if they went through cosmetic surgery

SINGAPORE: Authenticity is one of the characteristics that leads to a lasting relationship. However, what would you do if body modifications such as plastic surgery take place, and the face of the one that you love will no longer be the same? This topic has sparked a very interes...

Singapore Red Cross to distribute air purifiers, care packs to vulnerable groups amid haze and heat

SRC said 700 people will benefit from the first tranche of support.

New Mediacorp dating show Wingman to premiere on Sep 10, cast includes regional actors

Hosted by 987 DJ Germaine Tan, the show brings eight singles together in a villa, each accompanied by a best friend who's helping them find love.

Jolovan Wham charged with organising assembly at State Courts, attending vigils near Changi Prison

The activist is accused of organising an assembly at the State Courts to call for the abolition of the death penalty in Singapore.

Singapore-Laos deal sets binding framework for carbon-credit transfer

Singapore-Laos deal sets binding framework for carbon-credit transfer Singapore Business Review

Prosecution seeks up to 13½ years’ jail, lifetime driving ban for fatal 2024 Tampines crash driver

Muhammad Syafie Ismail had pleaded guilty in August to offences, including dangerous driving causing death.

Singapore Red Cross steps up heat and haze support with air purifiers, support packs

The first tranche of expanded support is expected to reach 700 people across Singapore.

Singaporean man’s BTO plans hit snag after mum refuses to leave rental flat he is tied to: ‘I’m listed as essential occupier’

SINGAPORE: A young Singaporean man has found himself caught in a housing bind after his name remained listed as an “essential occupier” of his mother’s government rental flat, complicating his plans to apply for a Build-To-Order (BTO) flat with his partner. Sharing his predicamen...

Prosecution seeks up to 13.5 years' jail for driver in Tampines collision that killed 2

Both the prosecution and defence are seeking a lifetime driving ban for Muhammad Syafie Ismail.

S$3b money laundering case: Online auctions begin for more than 600 luxury handbags, fine jewellery pieces

In the first two of a series of 15 online auctions, 338 handbags and accessories and 286 pieces of jewellery are listed on the Hotlotz website.

Taxi driver’s unusual set-up sparks reactions online: ‘Ergonomic chairs are getting out of hand’

SINGAPORE: A Singapore taxi driver’s unusual seating setup has caught attention online, after a photo showed him behind the wheel with his seat reclined at a steep angle and his neck resting on what appeared to be a makeshift support. On Friday (Sep 4), Reddit user pandasforkarma...

Ecuadorian runner, 38, killed in hit & run during early morning training for her first marathon

A 38-year-old runner in Ecuador was training for her first marathon when she was struck by a truck in a hit-and-run accident early in the morning of Sep. 4. She was reportedly the mother of two children. Early morning training Where is the Buzz reports that 38-year-old Monica And...

S'pore woman gets flak for room setup with small space for helper in 4-room BTO

Thinking her post might resonate with homeowners facing space constraints, a woman in Singapore took to Instagram to share how she carved out a private space for her helper in a 4-room BTO flat. However, the post received much criticism from netizens so much so that she had since...

‘Smell Exhibition’: Man complained after being trapped between strong food and medicated oil smells from other passengers while riding a train

SINGAPORE: A commuter recently experienced being trapped between two overpowering odours inside the train that made his journey a very unforgettable and unwanted sensory experience. On Facebook , a netizen openly shared that he was sitting next to a passenger who was carrying foo...

ST Live: Latest on Jakarta and other Indonesia airport closures after Anak Krakatau eruption

Follow the latest updates on ST.

As other Asian equity markets boom, Singapore sees value over volume in SGX's IPO rebound

The SGX is having a bumper crop of IPOs in the first half of the year and the trend is likely to continue if the market holds, analysts said.

Indonesia’s dual citizenship plan wins diaspora support, but is it enough to tempt them home?

President Prabowo Subianto has said the government is mulling offering limited dual citizenship to attract millions of strategically important diaspora talent who could make extraordinary contributions to the nation....

Interesting mooncakes to try in Singapore for Mid-Autumn Festival 2026

From tea-infused and snow skin mooncakes to traditional Teochew favourites, custard-filled creations and elaborate gift sets, here are some of the standout options available in Singapore this Mid-Autumn Festival....

New health guidelines: Osteoporosis screening, earlier breast cancer scan recommended

The Health Ministry is reviewing the recommendations and whether to provide the relevant subsidies.

Industrial spaces and homes under one roof? JTC explores idea with architects

If built, such projects could make better use of land and bring jobs closer to homes.

askST Jobs: Meetings and chats at the breakout area next to my desk can get quite ‘lively’. What can I do?

Shared spaces are for everyone, but consideration and clear ground rules can prevent friction.

Amid a ‘friendship recession’, some young Singaporeans are building bonds through shared interests

Friendship circles in Singapore are shrinking, with only 48 per cent of young people in 2025 saying they have more than three close friends, down from 56 per cent in 2013....

S'pore sends over S$560,000 worth of humanitarian assistance to Nepal

Singapore handed over more than S$560,000 worth of humanitarian assistance to Nepal on Sep. 4, to support ongoing search, recovery and disaster victim identification efforts. The package includes medical supplies, DNA testing kits, personal protective equipment, and specialised e...

PM Wong & SM Lee call on S'poreans to reject attempts to divide us, hold fast to ideals of the pledge

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong have both called on Singaporeans to reject attempts to divide them and to hold fast to the ideals of the National Pledge, to stand by one another “regardless of race, language, or religion.” Their comments, made on ...

S'pore photographer urges Tampines town council & MP to reconsider painting over brick facade of iconic HDB blocks

Architectural photographer Darren Soh has appealed to Tampines Town Council and Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, David Neo, the area's MP, to reconsider painting over the brick facade at Blocks 497A-L at Tampines Street 45. The blocks have been designated to undergo rep...

On-duty SCDF NSF, 20, dies after being found unconscious at Marina Bay Fire Station

A full-time Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) National Serviceman was found unconscious at the training yard of Marina Bay Fire Station on Sep. 6 at about 8:10am. He was identified to be 20-year-old LCP Muhammad Nur Ilham Mohammed Iswadi. According to a statement from SCDF, he...

Van Aert triumphs after Vuelta stage shortened

Man, 61, gets into fight with staff at Bedok North coffee shop, shoves police officers

A 61-year-old man got into a fight with a coffee shop's workers and stall owners at Bedok North. When the police arrived, the man also shoved the officers before he was eventually handcuffed and taken away. According to Shin Min Daily News , the man was believed to have drunk abo...

US rejects claim it sought to influence Malaysian politics

PAS chief Abdul Hadi Awang claimed on Saturday that the US had offered to help the party topple Malaysia's government in 2014.