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Fees collected by govt agencies not illegal, new law puts legal position beyond doubt, says MND
May 12, 2026 at 09:16PM
The ministry's explanation comes after an intense debate in Parliament on the Statutes (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill.
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Fees collected by govt agencies not illegal, new law puts legal position beyond doubt, says MND
May 12, 2026 at 09:16PM
The ministry's explanation comes after an intense debate in Parliament on the Statutes (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill.
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About 1,000 motorists to experience full range of ERP2 on-board unit features as part of study
May 12, 2026 at 09:06PM
LTA will also be testing five different combinations of road signs and markings across four expressways and an arterial road from Jun 1 to Jul 31 as visual cues for ERP charging locations.
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About 1,000 motorists to experience full range of ERP2 on-board unit features as part of study
May 12, 2026 at 09:06PM
LTA will also be testing five different combinations of road signs and markings across four expressways and an arterial road from Jun 1 to Jul 31 as visual cues for ERP charging locations.
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One person taken to hospital after multi-vehicle accident in Woodlands
May 12, 2026 at 10:25PM
A person was trapped in the driver’s seat of a van and was freed using hydraulic tools.
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One person taken to hospital after multi-vehicle accident in Woodlands
May 12, 2026 at 10:25PM
A person was trapped in the driver’s seat of a van and was freed using hydraulic tools.
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Singapore launches new defence volunteer network; aims to double pool to 3,000 in 3 to 5 years
May 12, 2026 at 10:51PM
There are a total of 10 civilian volunteer schemes in the network, creating capacity for almost 400 new volunteers, said MINDEF.
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Singapore launches new defence volunteer network; aims to double pool to 3,000 in 3 to 5 years
May 12, 2026 at 10:51PM
There are a total of 10 civilian volunteer schemes in the network, creating capacity for almost 400 new volunteers, said MINDEF.
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US prosecutors charge Singapore ship operator, key employee in deadly crash that collapsed Baltimore's Key Bridge
May 12, 2026 at 10:57PM
The Dali crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Mar 26, 2024, killing six construction workers who had been filling potholes.
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US prosecutors charge Singapore ship operator, key employee in deadly crash that collapsed Baltimore's Key Bridge
May 12, 2026 at 10:57PM
The Dali crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Mar 26, 2024, killing six construction workers who had been filling potholes.
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Man who made over 1,000 silent calls to police to be charged
May 12, 2026 at 11:12PM
The man allegedly made the calls over one week in April.
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Man who made over 1,000 silent calls to police to be charged
May 12, 2026 at 11:12PM
The man allegedly made the calls over one week in April.
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SCDF frees 3 trapped in multi-vehicle accident on AYE, 17 taken to hospital
May 12, 2026 at 11:15PM
Those trapped were freed using hydraulic rescue equipment.
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SCDF frees 3 trapped in multi-vehicle accident on AYE, 17 taken to hospital
May 12, 2026 at 11:15PM
Those trapped were freed using hydraulic rescue equipment.
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Man to be charged after allegedly making over 1,000 silent calls to police in a week
May 12, 2026 at 11:59PM
"The man took elaborate measures to conceal his identity, including using a foreign number to make the calls and remaining silent during the calls," the police said.
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Man to be charged after allegedly making over 1,000 silent calls to police in a week
May 12, 2026 at 11:59PM
"The man took elaborate measures to conceal his identity, including using a foreign number to make the calls and remaining silent during the calls," the police said.
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MIGS explained: The minimally invasive glaucoma surgery that could end daily eye drops
May 13, 2026 at 04:00AM
A procedure using microscopic stents offers glaucoma patients an alternative to the eye drops they currently rely on
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MIGS explained: The minimally invasive glaucoma surgery that could end daily eye drops
May 13, 2026 at 04:00AM
A procedure using microscopic stents offers glaucoma patients an alternative to the eye drops they currently rely on
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Commentary: Singapore bets on home ground advantage at SEA Games 2029
May 13, 2026 at 05:59AM
The ramping up of support before the SEA Games return to Singapore is an encouraging sign, says former Team Singapore chef de mission Nicholas Fang.
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Commentary: Singapore bets on home ground advantage at SEA Games 2029
May 13, 2026 at 05:59AM
The ramping up of support before the SEA Games return to Singapore is an encouraging sign, says former Team Singapore chef de mission Nicholas Fang.
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Commentary: Singapore-New Zealand 'world-first' trade pact is a bold commitment in times of crisis
May 13, 2026 at 06:00AM
Amid growing worries about energy and food supplies, the agreement is more than a reaction to the ongoing war in the Middle East, says Hinrich Foundation’s Deborah Elms.
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Commentary: Singapore-New Zealand 'world-first' trade pact is a bold commitment in times of crisis
May 13, 2026 at 06:00AM
Amid growing worries about energy and food supplies, the agreement is more than a reaction to the ongoing war in the Middle East, says Hinrich Foundation’s Deborah Elms.
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More pregnant women taking respiratory virus vaccine, but uptake still low
May 13, 2026 at 06:00AM
Doctors say the number of vaccinated mothers remains too low to show a measurable dip in infant hospitalisations.
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More pregnant women taking respiratory virus vaccine, but uptake still low
May 13, 2026 at 06:00AM
Doctors say the number of vaccinated mothers remains too low to show a measurable dip in infant hospitalisations.
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Only boys are caned in schools – but what does that teach our daughters?
May 13, 2026 at 07:23AM
As schools tighten disciplinary measures, including caning for serious offences like bullying, a mother of two daughters questions whether this punishment is fair or even effective – and whether a more equitable alternative should apply to both boys and girls.
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Only boys are caned in schools – but what does that teach our daughters?
May 13, 2026 at 07:23AM
As schools tighten disciplinary measures, including caning for serious offences like bullying, a mother of two daughters questions whether this punishment is fair or even effective – and whether a more equitable alternative should apply to both boys and girls.
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Ex-Air Force chief accused of colliding with stroller while driving has case adjourned to May 14
May 13, 2026 at 10:25AM
Goh Yong Siang is accused of committing the offences in May 2024.
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Ex-Air Force chief accused of colliding with stroller while driving has case adjourned to May 14
May 13, 2026 at 10:25AM
Goh Yong Siang is accused of committing the offences in May 2024.
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11-year-old among three fined for vaping, one arrested for suspected etomidate use in Punggol
May 13, 2026 at 10:32AM
A 17-year-old boy was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence.
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11-year-old among three fined for vaping, one arrested for suspected etomidate use in Punggol
May 13, 2026 at 10:32AM
A 17-year-old boy was arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence.
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Hospitals, clinics in Singapore step up energy-saving measures, say patient care not affected
May 13, 2026 at 10:50AM
From adjusting air-conditioning to adopting more energy-efficient systems, private healthcare facilities are cutting electricity use as tariffs rise.
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Hospitals, clinics in Singapore step up energy-saving measures, say patient care not affected
May 13, 2026 at 10:50AM
From adjusting air-conditioning to adopting more energy-efficient systems, private healthcare facilities are cutting electricity use as tariffs rise.
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11-year-old among those fined for vaping during HSA operation in Punggol
May 13, 2026 at 11:03AM
A 17-year-old was also arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence.
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11-year-old among those fined for vaping during HSA operation in Punggol
May 13, 2026 at 11:03AM
A 17-year-old was also arrested for a suspected repeat etomidate offence.
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Assumptions about legal responsibility have to be rethought in the age of AI: PM Wong
May 13, 2026 at 11:27AM
PM Wong was speaking at a youth forum that celebrates the bicentenary of Singapore's legal system.
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Assumptions about legal responsibility have to be rethought in the age of AI: PM Wong
May 13, 2026 at 11:27AM
PM Wong was speaking at a youth forum that celebrates the bicentenary of Singapore's legal system.
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Beware of scammers posing as officials offering advice on Singtel discounted shares: CPF Board
May 13, 2026 at 11:42AM
Transactions of the shares should be done only on the official website, said the CPF Board.
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Beware of scammers posing as officials offering advice on Singtel discounted shares: CPF Board
May 13, 2026 at 11:42AM
Transactions of the shares should be done only on the official website, said the CPF Board.
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US prosecutors charge Singapore ship operator, key employee in deadly crash that collapsed Baltimore's Key Bridge
May 12, 2026 at 10:57PM
The Dali crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Mar 26, 2024, killing six construction workers who had been filling potholes.
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US prosecutors charge Singapore ship operator, key employee in deadly crash that collapsed Baltimore's Key Bridge
May 12, 2026 at 10:57PM
The Dali crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge on Mar 26, 2024, killing six construction workers who had been filling potholes.
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Former air force chief faces traffic charges of colliding with woman and toddler in stroller
May 13, 2026 at 11:22AM
Goh Yong Siang is accused of failing to keep a proper lookout when turning right, colliding with a woman pushing a stroller across the road with the lights green in her favour.
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Former air force chief faces traffic charges of colliding with woman and toddler in stroller
May 13, 2026 at 11:22AM
Goh Yong Siang is accused of failing to keep a proper lookout when turning right, colliding with a woman pushing a stroller across the road with the lights green in her favour.
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