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Singapore: Heavy Traffic Expected at Woodlands, Tuas Checkpoints Amid Festive Holiday Travel

The authority urged travellers to plan ahead, exercise patience and comply with checkpoint requirements to ensure a smoother journey during the busy holiday season.

Dec 18, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 3 People Charged over Alleged Fraudulent Trading Practices, Money Laundering

If convicted, each accused faces a jail term of up to seven years, a fine of up to S$250,000, or both, for each charge under the Securities and Futures Act.

Dec 18, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

26 Motorists to be Charged with Drink Driving After Police Enforcement Checks in Singapore

People who are convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol face a fine ranging from S$2,000 to S$10,000, a jail term of up to 12 months, or both.

Dec 18, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 43 People, Including Women, Under Investigation Following Multi-Agency Enforcement Operations

The operations were aimed at curbing illegal activities in Geylang, such as unlawful gambling, vice-related offences, sale of illegal health products and other activities.

Dec 18, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore to Charge 31-Year-Old Motorist in First-Ever Etomidate-Related Driving Case

Those convicted of driving under the influence of a drug can face a fine ranging from S$2,000 to S$10,000, a jail term of up to 12 months, or both.

Dec 18, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

23-Year-Old Indonesian Man, Jailed, Caned for Helping 5 People Enter Singapore Illegally

Intentionally aiding a person to enter the country illegally carries a penalty of six months to two years' imprisonment and a minimum of three strokes of the cane.

Dec 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singaporean Man, 38, Throws Glass Bottle at Bus Passenger Following Dispute, Injures Woman

The prosecution said that Quztaza Kamarudin's actions caused more than S$2,700 in damage to the bus.

Dec 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 1 Hospitalized After Fire at Joo Chiat Terraced Houses; 20 Evacuated

The fire involved three single-storey terraced units and had spread to adjacent houses by the time firefighters arrived at the scene.

Dec 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Two Men to be Charged for Separate Public Order Act Offences in Singapore

Offences involving the organisation of public assemblies or processions without the required permit, or in breach of permit conditions, carry a fine of up to S$5,000.

Dec 17, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime