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Singapore: Public transport fares to be reduced from Dec 30 due to lower energy prices

Singapore Tour Buses Barred from Operating as Express Services in Malaysia, Says Transport Minister Anthony Loke

Ahmad Marzuk Shaary, an opposition member of parliament, asked him a follow-up question about bus safety compliance and inspections.

2 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

23 Singaporeans Locked in Shop During China Tour After Refusing to Buy Goods

The tourists lodged a police report and submitted transaction records as evidence of what they described as a forced-shopping scam.

2 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 23-Year-Old Italian Man Arrested for Involvement in Cheating Case

In Singapore, the offence of cheating carries an imprisonment term of up to 10 years and a fine.

4 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 12 Migrant Workers Arrested in CNB Drug Raid at Woodlands Dormitory

The Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) said that the men, aged between 23 and 40, comprised 11 Bangladeshis and one Myanmar national.

6 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: Partial Roof Collapse at Sin Ming Buddhist Monastery Prompts Safety Cordon; 1 Person Assessed for Minor Injuries

A spokesperson said that no activities were taking place at the time, and the affected space was empty.

8 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 4 People Rushed to Hospital After Multi-Vehicle Accident on SLE

The most recent traffic statistics show an increase in road accidents and fatalities in Singapore.

8 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

India’s PM Narendra Modi at G20 South Africa 2025

How India's PM Narendra Modi Stole the Show at G20 Johannesburg Summit 2025

PM Narendra Modi emerged as the standout leader at the G20 Johannesburg Summit, winning global praise for his bold tech-sustainability agenda, Africa-focused initiatives, and dynamic diplomatic engagement.

10 days ago

By David McLaren

Russian Toddler Dies After Jellyfish Sting at Beach in Malaysia

The two-year-old child was stung by a box jellyfish while he was playing in the shallow waters at Chenang Beach in Langkawi, Malaysia.

15 days ago

By Manthan C.

HSA Flags Herbal Product; Consumers Advised to Get Medical Attention

In November, two patients were admitted to the hospital; they were later released. A review of these cases is still in progress.

16 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Diabetes

67-Year-Old Man Rushed to Hospital Following Lorry-Motorcycle Crash in Singapore

SCDF stated that the male motorcyclist, age 67, was transported to Changi General Hospital while conscious.

20 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Chinese Man Who Weighed 130 Kgs, Dies After Undergoing Gastric Bypass Surgery to Impress Girlfriend's Parents

Li Jiang, 36, died two days after undergoing gastric bypass surgery in a bid to impress his girlfriend's parents.

22 days ago

By Manthan C.

91 People Under Investigation for Suspected Unlicensed Moneylending in Singapore

Foreigners found to have borrowed from or helped unlicensed moneylenders may have their work or student passes revoked and face deportation from Singapore.

24 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime