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Vulnerable groups encouraged to receive flu jabs amid rise in influenza cases in Singapore

These groups include the elderly above 65, children below five and people with underlying medical conditions.

Glowing mushrooms, 120 creepy crawlies among new additions to Heritage Festival

Held at the Singapore Botanic Gardens and Fort Canning Park over nine days, the annual event will have over 50 programmes.

Apple Pay Express Mode available on MRT, LRT since mid-August; public transport rollout by end-2027

On buses, the feature currently works only with enhanced card readers.

Woman loses suit against Prudential after S$100,000 brain aneurysm surgery claim denied, says she plans to appeal

A woman who sued Prudential after she had her S$100,000 brain surgery claim denied has lost her suit. District Judge Teo Guan Kee ruled that it was unfair to say that Prudential had "buried" its clause regarding exclusions to brain aneurysm surgery. In response to Mothership 's q...

Passersby help Chinese tourist in Singapore catch snatcher who took her Gucci bag with S$8,000 cash

SINGAPORE: When a man suddenly grabbed the designer handbag of a woman from China who was visiting Singapore and ran away, she chased after him. Fortunately, two men who saw her during the incident stepped in to help her, and they were able to catch the snatcher. According to rep...

52 S'poreans arrested & detained in China for suspected pyramid scheme activities & related offences

A total of 52 Singaporeans have been arrested and detained in Guangxi, China, following a law enforcement operation against suspected pyramid scheme activities and related offences, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Sep. 4, 2026. MFA said it was informed of the arrest...

Business as usual for now, but firms, groups make plans if air quality worsens

The central and eastern parts of Singapore recorded PSI readings in the "Unhealthy" range on Sept 4.

Volunteers take to cyberspace to spot scams under new crime prevention initiative

Johor woman, 84, who practised taekwondo for 16 years gets honorary black belt despite being wheelchair-bound now

An 84-year-old woman from Pontian, Johor, was awarded a black belt in taekwondo on Jun. 6 2026. Sin Chew reported that the woman, named Lim Sek Eng, had practiced taekwondo for 16 years, finally achieving her dream of reaching a black belt rank. She was awarded the honorary rank ...

PSI hits 102 in eastern Singapore, 2 areas now with ‘unhealthy’ air quality

The PSI reading of central region, which had earlier crossed the 100-mark, was 120 as at 9pm.

A High-Resolution Look at Singapore’s Water Budget

A High-Resolution Look at Singapore’s Water Budget eos.org

S'porean rapper Sheikh Haikel reveals that he has stage 4 colon cancer

Well-loved Singaporean rapper, actor, and businessman Sheikh Haikel has revealed he has stage 4 colon cancer and has been battling it for over a year. CNA reported that he kept the diagnosis secret over the past year, only going public with his condition on Sep. 4. He said that w...

Johor regent may face S$2 billion tax bill over proposed sale of land in S'pore, says it's no issue

The eldest son of the Malaysian king is potentially facing a S$2 billion tax bill over the proposed sale of his land in Singapore, but said he was "more than happy" to pay taxes in both countries. Ismail Ibrahim said in a Sep. 3 post on X that "this is normal" as a regular taxpay...

ST Explains: What are pyramid schemes and how are they dealt with in Singapore and China?

Pyramid selling is illegal in Singapore, carrying a maximum penalty of a S$200,000 fine and five years in jail.

5 Lessons From Singapore’s Best-Performing Two-Bedroom Condos

5 Lessons From Singapore’s Best-Performing Two-Bedroom Condos Stacked Homes

NEA to provide daily haze advisories from Sep. 4, after 24-hour PSI crossed 100 in Central S'pore

Singapore’s 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) entered the "Unhealthy" range in the morning of Sep. 4, as hazy conditions affected the country. The PSI first crossed 100 at 7am, and reached 105 at 10am, according to the National Environment Agency's (NEA) website . Air quali...

Barclays Private Bank Launches Singapore Booking Centre

Barclays Private Bank Launches Singapore Booking Centre Wealth Briefing Asia

Man, 57, follows AI directions & gets stuck on mountain in China, rescued by firefighters, AI's response: ‘Haha, true!’

A 57-year-old man in China ended up stranded on a mountain after asking an AI for directions, and had to be rescued by firefighters. The man, surnamed Yang, got lost on the afternoon of Aug. 30 while hiking in Yinzhou district in Ningbo, Zhejiang, according to NetEase . He went o...

S'pore to play Brazil in football friendly at National Stadium on Nov. 17, tickets up to S$888

The National Stadium will be hosting four international football friendlies in November 2026, featuring Singapore, Brazil, Japan, and Paraguay. The Singapore Lions will play Paraguay on Nov. 13, 8pm, followed by a match between Japan and Brazil on Nov. 14, 6:15pm. Nov. 17 will fe...

I wanted to pursue justice, not wealth: Tommy Koh on 55 years in diplomacy, family & S'pore

Tommy Koh, former ambassador-at-large at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), announced his retirement earlier in August, bringing an end to 55 years of service. He was also conferred the Minister for Foreign Affairs Lifetime Distinguished Service Award by Foreign Minister Dr V...

Ho Ching defends SIA’s involvement in Air India, but Singaporeans have questions

SINGAPORE: In a Facebook post earlier this week, Ho Ching commented on the issue of the additional US$1.5 billion (S$1.9 billion) that Air India was asking of Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines (SIA), which own the carrier. Air India has seen substantial losses, and SIA’s 25.1% sta...

SIAS warns against pyramid-type ‘Nanning scheme’ investment arrangements

The warning comes after 52 Singaporeans were arrested and detained in China over suspected pyramid scheme activities and related offences.

Executive Director's speech at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore

Executive Director's speech at Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore European Medicines Agency (EMA)

Singapore’s air quality on Sept 5 to be in high-moderate to mid-unhealthy range: NEA

By 7pm on Sept 4, the PSI in the central region was 116, while other regions recorded the higher end of moderate levels between 83 and 98.

Singapore’s lawyers, accountants follow businesses abroad, with Jakarta the latest stop

Singapore’s lawyers, accountants follow businesses abroad, with Jakarta the latest stop The Business Times

Singapore Defers Cargo Green Jet Fuel Levy Until 2028

Singapore Defers Cargo Green Jet Fuel Levy Until 2028 Impakter

S'pore runner, 26, allegedly steals S$139 running shoes & S$25 training cones from Decathlon

A 26-year-old Singapore distance runner has been charged with stealing a pair of running shoes and a set of training cones from a Decathlon outlet. According to charge sheets seen by Mothership , Ko Wen Qiang, Keane, allegedly stole a pair of KD900X running shoes worth S$139.90 i...

Man jailed, caned for driving under influence of etomidate while making Kpod deliveries

The 32-year-old man was caught twice driving under the influence of etomidate, including while on bail for the first offence.

Beijing’s tax crackdown tests wealthy Chinese property buyers in Singapore

Beijing’s tax crackdown tests wealthy Chinese property buyers in Singapore The Business Times

Domestic helper jailed 11 weeks for abusing elderly woman with dementia

Maria Inggrid Seran admitted to hitting the elderly woman to stop her from nagging.

Singapore's CSA issues updated Cybersecurity Code of Practice for Critical Information Infrastructure

Singapore's CSA issues updated Cybersecurity Code of Practice for Critical Information Infrastructure Stephenson Harwood

Fire breaks out near heavy vehicle park in Seletar West Road

The fire involved vegetation measuring about 150m by 50m.

Barclays opens Singapore hub for private banking bookings

Barclays opens Singapore hub for private banking bookings Private Banker International

Philippine Firms Explore Construction Opportunities Through Singapore Business Mission

Philippine Firms Explore Construction Opportunities Through Singapore Business Mission INDiplomacy

Singapore’s air quality unhealthy as Indonesia fires worsen

Singapore’s air quality unhealthy as Indonesia fires worsen The Business Times

2 directors in construction sector allegedly made fraudulent CPF contributions to locals not under employment to inflate foreign worker quotas

A total of four people from the construction sector were arrested by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) for suspected employment-related offences during a Sep. 2 enforcement operation. According to a Sep. 4 MOM press release, they include two company directors and two company staff. ...

Fire breaks out in Bukit Panjang grass field, joss paper burning cage spotted nearby

A fire broke out at a grass field near the junction of Bukit Panjang Ring Road and Fajar Road on Sep. 3, sending smoke billowing into the air. In response to Mothership 's queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said they were alerted to the fire at about 4:30pm that da...

CNA Explains: How does China deal with pyramid schemes?

Following the arrest of 52 Singaporeans in Guangxi, CNA speaks to lawyers in China about the laws governing pyramid schemes and potential penalties for different levels of involvement....

Singapore’s baby bonus ‘not enough’ to tackle demographic crisis

Singapore’s baby bonus ‘not enough’ to tackle demographic crisis ucanews.com

Rising haze risks: What the PSI in Singapore means for your outdoor plans

Rising haze risks: What the PSI in Singapore means for your outdoor plans Human Resources Online

SG judge orders online retailer to pay S$4K to customer for suing her after she left negative Shopee review on their services

Summary Asia Excel lost its defamation suit against Shopee customer Chua Poh Hiok over her negative review of a cooker hood purchase. The Singapore retailer was ordered to pay Ms Chua S$4,000 in legal costs after the court rejected its defamation claim. The judge found Ms Chua’s ...

MRT and LRT gantries now accept Apple Pay Express – no authentication needed

The express feature could be rolled out across the entire public transport network by end-2027.

Foreign domestic worker jailed for slapping dementia-stricken elderly woman in her care

Maria Inggrid Seran’s 69-year-old victim was non-communicative and relied primarily on the maid for care.

More than retail: Why Singapore commercial spaces are redeveloping to add homes and offices

More than retail: Why Singapore commercial spaces are redeveloping to add homes and offices The Straits Times

‘It was the right thing to do’: Man who stopped voyeur at Sengkang MRT station

Second Minister for Home Affairs Sim Ann said a willingness to help someone in need can make a real difference.

‘I screamed’: Battle-ready Pokemon fans gear up for the World Championships on home turf

Thousands of fans from across the world will battle in Singapore in 2027 for the title of Pokemon World Champion.

Singapore-based Ant International gets Brazil payment-institution licence

Singapore-based Ant International gets Brazil payment-institution licence TNGlobal

Haze in Singapore: What workers should do when the PSI reaches unhealthy levels

Haze in Singapore: What workers should do when the PSI reaches unhealthy levels NTUC UPortal

RHT’s Tan Chong Huat gets his highs on the Singapore Swing

RHT’s Tan Chong Huat gets his highs on the Singapore Swing The Straits Times

Singapore warns shipowners over false vessel data at port calls

Singapore warns shipowners over false vessel data at port calls Splash247

Malaysia declares state of emergency in Sarawak’s Serian after air pollutant index exceeds 500

Serian recorded an air pollutant index reading of 515 as of 5pm on Friday after haze there worsened overnight. Readings above 400 are classified as “very hazardous”....

Singapore to get 900 slots for Haj 2027, pilgrims to undergo enhanced medical assessment

MUIS said that it has appointed medical service providers to conduct the assessment.

Singapore gives Nepal $560,000 humanitarian assistance package

The package includes medical supplies, DNA test kits and personal protective equipment.

52 Singaporeans arrested, detained in China over suspected pyramid scheme

52 Singaporeans arrested, detained in China over suspected pyramid scheme CNA

Singapore Shares Surge, Track Regional Gains as US Fed Reserve Rate Hike Chances Drop

Singapore Shares Surge, Track Regional Gains as US Fed Reserve Rate Hike Chances Drop sg.finance.yahoo.com

Asian stocks rise as Fed rate-hike expectations ease; Singapore hits record high

Asian stocks rise as Fed rate-hike expectations ease; Singapore hits record high Bangkok Post

POCB Leads First Philippine Construction Business Mission to Singapore

POCB Leads First Philippine Construction Business Mission to Singapore Embassy of the Philippines in Singapore

‘Happy to contribute’: Johor royal rejects report of tax hurdle to land sale

‘Happy to contribute’: Johor royal rejects report of tax hurdle to land sale scmp.com

The work behind Singapore’s AFC Grassroots Charter Gold renewal

The work behind Singapore’s AFC Grassroots Charter Gold renewal Football Association of Singapore (FAS)

Singapore’s flu positivity rate jumped in just one week, prompting Singaporeans to take precautions

SINGAPORE: Singapore has been experiencing an increase in its flu activity in the past weeks. The Communicable Disease Control Authority (CDA) of Singapore recently issued a statement on September 1, informing everyone that the positivity rate of influenza virus in community infl...