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London visitor says Singapore’s trees are ‘polite’—and there’s an engineering reason why

From a TikTok video from @shucamina. She compared trees in Singapore and London, and seemed amazed at how well-behaved they are in Singapore

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Singaporean under fire for cursing the person who stole his airpods

He had written that he hopes the thief and his family would die in a car crash soon if his earphones are not returned to him.

Singaporean says S$2.77 polyclinic bill shows why he appreciates Singapore’s healthcare system

"I had to file for bankruptcy after my polyclinic visit today. I sat down with a doctor to review my blood test results, took my annual flu shot, and braced myself for the financial ruin. The fina...

Singapore-born doctor pleads guilty to secretly filming colleagues in hospital bathrooms

Ryan Yi Cho, a doctor from Singapore in Melbourne who faced 900 charges for secretly filming his female colleagues in the shower and toilet, pleaded guilty in court earlier this week

Singapore companies can withstand supply chain disruptions longer than the US or UK, survey says

The survey found that 23% of Singapore businesses said they could continue operating for between four and six months if a major supply chain shock occurred. This was higher than the US at 18%, Germ...

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Fadli Fawzi, Andre Low co-opted into Workers’ Party Central Executive Committee

The WP CEC announced it had made key appointments for the new term. Will cover reactions to this.

Malaysia’s data centre boom to create high-skill, high-paying jobs, says minister

The rise of data centers in Malaysia has helped the increase of salaries for the workers, well above the median salary of RM2,793 (S$885). But, netizens aren’t agreeing to massive data centers bein...

16 offences detected after LTA, NEA and Traffic Police inspect 280 motorcyclists at Admiralty Road West

On Facebook, LTA shared: Together with the National Environment Agency (NEA) and Traffic Police (Singapore Police Force), we inspected 280 motorcyclists along Admiralty Road West.

Singapore moves to tighten penalties for drink driving, drug driving and mobile phone use while driving

Singapore’s Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) aims to reduce traffic fatality rates with the Road Traffic (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, which is set for its first reading in Parliament. According t...

9 weeks’ jail for Singaporean employer who molested domestic helper

A 26-year-old domestic helper was touched inappropriately twice by her male employer. He was sentenced to nine weeks' jail and ordered by the court to pay the victim S$70 in restitution.

‘I’m really confused and depressed’: Helper says boss may fire her over cooking

She wrote online, "I cook according to the guidelines in the video, when I taste the food I think it's ok, but according to my employer it doesn't taste right and they say this is a big problem and...

‘Everyone gets stretched thinner’: Singaporeans discuss toxic workplace culture

On Reddit, a netizen asked: What's the most toxic thing that's become normalised in Singapore workplaces?

‘Wrong colour, wrong measurements’: Singaporeans share their worst renovation experiences

On Reddit, a netizen shared: Going through a home renovation right now, and the communication with our contractor has been… rough.. Would love to hear your renovation stories whether they’re funny,...

RM777 billion and climbing: Malaysia’s ASEAN trade hits all-time high as ports break global rankings

Malaysia's trade with ASEAN hit a record RM777.61 billion in 2025, with Port Klang ranking among the world's top 10 busiest container ports and the Port of Tanjung Pelepas crossing 14 million TEUs ...

‘Inconsiderate driver’: Vehicle blocks sheltered pick-up point during heavy rain that caused congestion and stranded passengers

On Facebook, a netizen claimed: "Inconsiderate driver. During the heavy rain, many vehicles and passengers were waiting to use the sheltered pick-up point. However, the driver occupied the designat...

Bride-to-be torn over inviting estranged mum who kicked her out, asks Singaporeans: ‘Part of me is longing for the motherly love I’ve never had’

SINGAPORE: A Singaporean bride-to-be is facing a heartbreaking dilemma years before she even walks down the aisle: Should she invite the mother who kicked her out and hasn't spoken to her in years....

Indian national writes note to SIA crew expressing respect & appreciation; says actions of molester does not represent the community

From the FB post of a man named Sharad Govil. "Singapore Airlines (SQ) has been part of our life for years. Its crew have looked after us on more journeys than we can count, always with warmth and ...
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