😮 36 workplace deaths in 2025, 2 of them platform workers: MOM

Last year, Singapore's workplace fatal injury rate fell to a record low of 0.96 per 100,000 workers, making the Republic one of the safest countries in the world to work.

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😮 China urges Japan to punish suspect in Tokyo embassy break-in

The perpetrator, armed with an 18cm long knife during the break-in, was handed over to police, ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said.

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😮‍💨 Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies

Asian countries are turning to coal as the Iran war disrupts oil and gas shipments.

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👏 Mullally to be installed as first female Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally will be enthroned as the Church of England's first female Archbishop of Canterbury and spiritual leader of 85 million Anglicans worldwide in a ceremony mixing tradition with global symbolism at Canterbury Cathedral on Wednesday (March 25).

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😋 I try Sio Pasta opened by a Michelin-recognised Japanese chef, here's why I'll be going back

Sio Pasta, a 28-seater eatery in Raffles City Shopping Centre, specialises in handcrafted pasta with prices starting from $13.80.

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⛽️ Pump charges fall for first time in nearly 3 weeks as Shell drops petrol price by 5 cents

Petrol prices in Singapore dropped for the first time in nearly three weeks on Wednesday (March 25) after Shell reduced its petrol prices by 5 cents. Meanwhile, SPC increased the posted prices for its diesel by 10 cents, to $3.66.

Following the latest round of pump prices adjustments, Shell now has the lowest price for the popular 95-octane petrol among major fuel companies - at $3.42 per litre.

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🏠 Yvonne Lim reveals renovated Singapore home with dining table with built-in cooking slab and sunken bath

Yvonne Lim shared how she took full control of the design, adding smart features and practical touches tailored for her family.⁠

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☀️ Good morning! Here are some stories you might have missed yesterday:

🇵🇭 Philippines says working with Washington to obtain oil from US-sanctioned countries https://asia1.news/4t6UTio

🇯🇵 Japan PM Takaichi asks IEA chief for further oil stockpile release https://asia1.news/4rWF7pv

🎤 Miley Cyrus felt honoured to make Hannah Montana special https://asia1.news/47QlZSM

😋 Same same but different: Hup Chong Yong Tau Foo is now Xin Cheng Yong Tau Foo

Xin Cheng Yong Tau Foo which opened on March 19, has taken over the unit where Hup Chong Yong Tau Foo used to be in the same Toa Payoh coffee shop.

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🚌 First 6 autonomous public buses arrive in Singapore, to be trialled at Marina Bay and one-north: LTA

The first of six autonomous public buses have arrived in Singapore. Take a sneak peek with us!

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🧐 BTO, jialat, kaypoh: Oxford English Dictionary adds new Singlish words

𝘑𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘢𝘵 is no longer jialat. 'Cher, ok? ⁠

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🚨 Another Singaporean arrested for alleged involvement in JB murder handed over to Malaysia police

A 30-year-old Singaporean is the the sixth person to be arrested by Singapore and Malaysia law enforcement agencies, and the fifth to be arrested in Singapore for their alleged involvement in a case of murder at a nightclub in Johor Bahru.⁠

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😮 Man who drove Porsche along Dairy Farm Lane with his 2 children seated on boot to be charged

The 40-year-old man who allegedly drove a Porsche Cayman along Dairy Farm Lane, with his two children seated atop the car's boot, will be charged in court on Thursday (March 26).⁠

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⛽️ No offence committed, Malaysia authorities say after video of fisherman filling container with Ron95 goes viral

A viral video showing a fisherman filling a container with Ron95 sparked concerns online, but authorities have confirmed that no offence was committed. Here's why: https://asia1.news/4lUvLsX

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🧑‍🚒 Johor firefighters battling 2 raging fires in Pengerang, NEA says smoke haze could continue to affect Singapore

Hotspots continue to be detected in Johor on Wednesday (March 25), with the nearest about 20km to the east in Pengerang - affecting an area of about 150ha at its peak. ⁠

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😱 Hyundai SUV catches fire at Caltex petrol station in Balestier

Caltex Balestier's station staff and passers-by worked to contain the flames with fire extinguishers.⁠

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😮 NTUC working with transport firms to ensure rising fuel prices not passed on to drivers, riders

Taxi operators are introducing varying support schemes such as higher metered taxi fare, fuel vouchers and rental rebates. These measures prevent rising fuel costs from being passed on to drivers and riders⁠.

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🚲 Yishun serial thief accused of stealing bicycles, PMDs to be charged on March 26

A 36-year-old man is allegedly involved in eight cases of theft in Yishun - between December 2025 and March.

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Woman found sprawled across road near Jurong Point, taken to hospital

The incident happened at about 3.50pm on Wednesday (March 25) near Jurong Point.

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🚊 Circle Line tunnel works set to finish early by April 10, final prep for stage 6 opening begins

Regular train services on the Circle Line will resume on April 10, nine days ahead of schedule.

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🗓 In preparation for the opening of CCL6, train services will be adjusted over the weekends of April 11 to May 17.

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