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Four Malaysians to be Charged in Singapore Over Government Official Impersonation Scams

The police noted a rising trend of Malaysians travelling to Singapore to assist scam syndicates in collecting cash, gold and valuables from victims.

21 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

'Good-looking' Babies Trafficked into Singapore via Jakarta for Illegal Adoptions

Indonesian authorities began investigating the syndicate after detaining about a dozen suspects in West Java in July 2025.

24 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore: 3 Motorcyclists Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash on AYE Towards MCE

The police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that three male motorcyclists, aged between 24 and 42, were conveyed to Ng Teng Fong Hospital.

28 days ago

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Minnesota Woman Dies After Shark Bites Off Arm While Snorkelling in St. Croix

Arlene Lillis, 56, died Thursday afternoon after suffering catastrophic injuries in a shark attack at Dorsch Beach on St. Croix.

Jan 9, 2026

By Manthan C.

Singapore: Malaysian Bus Driver, 32, Jailed for Smuggling Thousands of E-Cigarette Cartridges into Singapore

Under the law, those convicted of importing imitation tobacco products may be fined up to S$10,000, jailed for up to six months, or both.

Jan 8, 2026

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 37-Year-Old Motorcyclist Rushed to Hospital After Collision with Car Along Lavender Street

The incident comes amid ongoing concerns over motorcycle safety on Singapore roads.

Jan 8, 2026

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Singapore: One Person Hospitalised After Fire Breaks Out at Sungei Kadut Industrial Building

As a precautionary measure, 30 people were evacuated from the building before SCDF officers reached the scene.

Jan 8, 2026

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Tourist Falls to Death While Taking Selfie at Popular Waterfall in Thailand's Koh Samui

Alexis Vergos, 22, fell to his death moments after taking photographs with his girlfriend at the Na Muang 2 waterfall in Koh Samui on Monday afternoon.

Jan 8, 2026

By Manthan C.

Chinese New Year 2026: When is it? Which Animal Will Replace Year of the Snake? and More

Discover the key details about the Chinese New Year 2026, including its celebrations, predictions, and more.

Jan 7, 2026

By Ilin Mathew

Vietnam to Tighten Online Trade Rules as New E-Commerce Law Targets Rising Fraud

The new Law on E-Commerce, which will take effect on July 1, 2026, is expected to provide a broader and more robust legal framework for the sector.

Jan 7, 2026

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

YouTubing Beekeeper Dies After Being Stung by Bees While Handling Them Without Helmet

The senior coroner said 55-year-old Alan Ransom died after "developing an anaphylactic reaction to a bee sting on his left ear, after he failed to wear a beekeeper's hat."

Jan 5, 2026

By Manthan C.

Singapore: 6 Motorists to be Charged for Speeding in Heavy Vehicles Without Speed Limiters

As per Singapore law, the offence carries a maximum fine of S$1,000, a jail term of up to three months, or both.

Dec 30, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Singapore crime

Singapore: 2 Teens on PMD Rushed to Hospital After Collision with Car in Yishun

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said the two teenagers were taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for treatment.

Dec 30, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

Singapore's Indo-Pacific Policy Stands at a Crossroads

Over Okinawa, a radar lock by a Chinese jet on a Japanese fighter plane has signaled the new era of geopolitical instability, writes Rt. Hon. Mark Field, former U.K. Minister of State for Asia and the Pacific

Dec 23, 2025

By Mark Field

Singapore: Elderly Pedestrian, 79, Killed in Bukit Batok Crash; 61-Year-Old Driver Arrested

The police said the 61-year-old driver was arrested for driving without due care and attention, causing death.

Dec 23, 2025

By Samhati Bhattacharjya

Road accident

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