⚖️ Fund seeks Singapore injunction against Radiant World

Along with entities of Radiant World and founder Pinkesh Nahar, the Singapore case names iron ore trader Sapphire Minmetals and that firm's Chairman Rakesh Sethi.

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💼 Major workplace injury rate hits record low in first half of 2026, but fatal injury rate rises: MOM

The annualised overall fatal injury rate rose to 1.1 per 100,000 workers, up from 0.97 in the first half of 2025 and 0.96 in the second half of 2025, according to a Ministry of Manpower (MOM) report.

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💵 Political salaries a difficult and emotive issue, but it cannot be avoided: PM Wong

While the Government accepts an independent committee's recommendations, it does not intend to move immediately to the proposed salary levels in one step, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.

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💰 PM Wong to donate pay increase after political salaries review: 'I don't expect other officeholders to do the same'

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong also told Parliament that at the end of the five-year period, he would review the position afresh, taking into account the circumstances at that time.

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📈 Govt accepts raising ministerial pay, to make one-off salary adjustment of up to 9% to $1.2m

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced in Parliament on Tuesday (Sept 8) that the Government will raise the salary benchmark of entry-level ministers at the MR4 grade to $1.8 million.

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🤕 Woman sues preschool for negligence after son injured during playtime

In court, the woman presented four video clips showing events at the preschool's play area that day, claiming that the teachers were not paying sufficient attention to the children.

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🏫 Aaron Kwok reveals daughters studying in prestigious international school with $62k annual fees

Hong Kong superstar Aaron Kwok shared that he heard about the school's direction and found their teaching style from a friend who had studied there to be relatively liberal.

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✈️ SIA's Air India investment internally funded, not paid for by Singaporeans: Jeffrey Siow

While MPs may ask difficult questions, claims made must be grounded in facts: Transport minister

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💰 'None was prepared to make the move': PM Wong cites hurdles in attracting private-sector leaders to politics

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong also acknowledged that the sacrifices involved in entering politics extend beyond finances.

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💵 Monthly allowance for Members of Parliament to rise from $13,750 to $18,500 from Oct 15

Adjustments to the salaries of the President, Speaker and Deputy Speaker will also take effect on Oct 15.

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😋 Italians try Singapore breakfast for first time and rate this dish 10/10

While some local breakfast staples left them totally confused, one specific item won these Italian first-timers over with a 10/10 rating.

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🔒 Security and sustainability of data centres, cloud service to strengthen under proposed Bill

The Digital Infrastructure Bill, which had its first reading on Tuesday (Sept 8), was developed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) in collaboration with industry stakeholders.

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💸 Louis Koo and his production company challenge lawsuit over allegedly unpaid $24m loan

Amid an ongoing legal battle, Louis Koo shares a cryptic social media message about "inner peace."

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🇰🇷 Korean food chain Seoul Yummy to close final outlet after 18 years

Seoul Yummy's outlet at Kallang Wave Mall will shutter on Oct 22.

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💍 Penthouse star Yoon Jong-hoon and actress Han Eun-seo reveal relationship and upcoming wedding

"I’ve found someone very special, and I want to spend the rest of my life with her", wrote South Korean actor Yoon Jong-hoon.

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🇮🇷 Iran threatens US with new 'economic warfare' and missiles as Houthis attack Saudi Arabia

Iran has vowed to announce a new restricted zone in the Gulf in the coming days, along with maps of a new shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz.

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🇵🇸 6 women to be charged for alleged pro-Palestinian acts in prohibited areas

The police said that the women, aged between 22 and 36, were involved in pro-Palestinian acts.

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🚙 Enforcement against use and improper disposal of deregistered vehicles to be strengthened

Announced by Minister of State for Transport Baey Yam Keng in Parliament on Tuesday [Sept 8], the new Bill introduces four key measures to strengthen enforcement against the improper disposal of deregistered vehicles.

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🚒 Fire breaks out at warehouse in Jurong, about 50 people evacuated

A man at a warehouse along Penjuru Road told AsiaOne that he and others were inside when the fire broke out outside the premises.

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🐾 Paw patrol? Viral clip of 2 dogs 'driving' toy car in Jurong draws mixed reactions

Dennis, who filmed the clip, initially thought children were riding the toy car, but a closer look revealed two Yorkshire Terriers enjoying the ride.

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🚲 Singaporean driver who ran over cyclist in Perth pleads guilty to manslaughter

29-year-old Ng Jing Kai, who was first charged in a lower court, has been held in custody since his arrest in May 2024.

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