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LTA: Eight illegal cross-border ride-hailing drivers caught and vehicles impounded after industry tip-offs

The crackdown followed tip-offs from the National Private Hire Vehicles Association and National Taxi Association.

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‘Please stop.’ Ex-NMP calls out anti-Indian sentiments in connection to Air India, Nepal flood

Two very different issues, but Calvin Cheng says he spotted the same anti-Indian sentiment in both — the Air India debate and comments about Singaporeans missing in Nepal.

Singapore Police: 171 victims identified after mobile shop employees allegedly used customers’ Singpass to create LiquidPay accounts

Two mobile phone shop employees have been arrested for exploiting customer interactions to access Singpass accounts and create LiquidPay e-wallets without consent, with 171 additional victims ident...

LTA rewards safe bus captains as AI-powered monitoring system expands across Singapore

LTA and the Ministry of Transport have recognised 5,364 bus captains under a new Safe Driving Award at this year's Public Transport Safety and Security Awards, while launching a Bus Safety Roadshow...

‘Train courtesy has gotten so much worse’—SG commuter calls out ‘door blockers,’ backpack wearers and passengers who won’t move in

One commuter says she’s getting increasingly annoyed by the same things on her morning MRT ride — people blocking the doors, refusing to move in and wearing huge backpacks.

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‘I’ve had enough’: Woman considers cutting ties with parents after years of strained relationship

With her wedding approaching, one woman is considering cutting contact with her parents after years of feeling unsupported and says she is worried about what might happen once she moves out.

Chinese couple caught trying to pass fake S$100 note at MBS Casino, 121 more found in hotel room

A Chinese couple have been charged after attempting to deposit $150,000 at Marina Bay Sands Casino that included a counterfeit $100 note marked "COPY," with police subsequently finding 121 more fak...

Nearly S$10,000 in scam proceeds laundered through e-wallets allegedly bought for S$50 each

A 21-year-old has been arrested for using work permit holders' Singpass accounts to create e-wallets for scam transactions, with each work permit holder paid $50 and at least $9,792 in scam proceed...

Singapore to auction off seized luxury goods and properties from S$3B money laundering case

The sales will unfold in stages through mid-2027, giving approved buyers a chance to bid on assets linked to Singapore’s biggest money laundering case

MOM: Employers in Singapore to be mandated to provide cool water and breathable clothing for outdoor workers amid rising heat risks

Employers will have three months to prepare, including setting up shaded, airy rest areas that offer insulation or cooling

‘Would you stay in your comfort zone?’: Mother asks if it is worth it to stay in a stable job with little career progression

The mother said her current job allows her to work from home and bring her preschool child to therapy, but the new role offers higher pay and more opportunities to learn.

‘Singapore is safe and convenient’: Foreigner asks why locals still complain about life here

One local said Singaporeans complain because they believe Singapore can always do better, rather than because they fail to appreciate what they have.

MFA: Singapore to contribute US$100K to Red Cross humanitarian fundraising for Nepal-Tibet disaster relief

Singapore’s contribution will support emergency aid as more than 1,000 people remain missing after severe flooding near the Nepal-China border

‘The driver did not brake’: Monkey allegedly hit by car at Mandai as authorities urge caution

The driver allegedly hit a monkey at the Mandai Crematorium and then drove away without stopping. The Animal Concern Research and Education Society advises drivers to slow down when approaching gre...

‘What property? We’re already struggling to find jobs’: Singapore Gen Z debates investing

Property or stocks? Singapore Gen Z is debating which is the better path to wealth.

After 2 years mostly at home, Singaporean worries about making small talk at work again

Singaporean says it’s time to ‘embrace the awkwardness’ and socialise again.

Singapore woman questions 50/50 expenses after fiancé’s income jumps to 3x hers

The couple are also unsure how to divide their wedding ang bao. Her fiancé is inviting around 70% of the guests, she said.
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