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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.

Nov 11, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Two Men Hospitalized After Four-Vehicle Collision Near Singapore's Changi Airport

According to Traffic Police report, the number of fatalities and injuries from traffic accidents has been rising over the last three years.

Nov 3, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Chinese Toddler Dies After Choking on Milk Tea Bubbles

The child died after choking on the tapioca bubbles in his milk tea on Oct. 19 at a shopping mall in China's Zhejiang province.

Nov 3, 2025

By Manthan C.

Elephants Injure Man by Breaking His Legs, Return Later to Trample Him to Death in Malaysia

Saidi Jahari, 43, a supervisor at a logging site in Malaysia, was killed by a herd of elephants in a two-part attack on Oct. 29.

Nov 3, 2025

By Manthan C.

Chinese Son Who Teamed Up with Friends to Kill His Mother in a Fake Road Accident to Claim Her Insurance, Sentenced to Death

The 23-year-old man, surnamed Lu, and his friend, identified as Yang, were both handed the death penalty while the third friend, identified as Cheng, was sentenced to 7 years in prison for his involvement in the crime.

Nov 1, 2025

By Manthan C.

Vietnam, UK Deepen Partnership with New Comprehensive Strategic Deal Covering 6 Sectors

Both the countries decided to encourage market access and improve agricultural trade cooperation in an open, understandable, and efficient way.

Oct 31, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Fire Breaks Out at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands Hotel Complex, No Injuries Reported

The SCDF said that preliminary findings suggest that nearby welding operations were most likely the cause of the fire.

Oct 28, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: Fire in Yishun HDB Flat Involving Personal Mobility Aid Leaves One Hospitalized, 25 Evacuated

The Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) said that it was informed about the fire at Block 756 Yishun Street 72 at 12.05 pm.

Oct 20, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Zubeen Garg's Death Case: Singapore Police say Investigation Could Take up to Three More Months

Zubeen Garg was cremated in Assam's Guwahati city with state honors and a 21-gun salute.

Oct 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore Red Cross Contributes S$50,000 for Flood Relief in Vietnam

In September and October, Vietnam was struck by typhoons Ragasa, Bualoi, and Matmo, which caused significant flooding.

Oct 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Girl, 7, Dies After Being Attacked by Swarm of Bees on Her Way Back Home from School

The 7-year-old girl was attacked by a swarm of bees on her way back from school.

Oct 13, 2025

By Manthan C.

Deputy PM Nguyen Hoa Binh Says Vietnam Shows Remarkable Socio-Economic Progress Amid Multiple Challenges

Binh said that these accomplishments were made possible by a volatile global and regional environment, severe natural disasters, and an unprecedented pandemic.

Oct 13, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

1 Malaysian Dead, 5 Singaporeans Injured After Express Bus Crashes into Signpost in Selangor

Four of the Singaporeans were reportedly not seriously injured and were released from the hospital that same day.

Oct 12, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Singapore, Vietnam Unveil Fresh Measures to Enhance Economic Collaboration

The Singapore Food Agency and Vietnam's Ministry of Agriculture and Environment have also established a joint task force to further agri-food trade cooperation.

Oct 11, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore Man, 20, Nabbed Within 18 Hours for Loan Shark Harassment

Loan shark harassment is punishable by a fine of S$5,000 to S$50,000, up to five years in jail, and up to six canings for first-time offenders.

Oct 9, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

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