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Three online retailers caught using misleading website features to pressure shoppers
May 18, 2026 at 01:08PM
The websites of Boarding Gate, Origin Sleep and Light in the box were found to have displayed features such as fake visitor counts and fabricated countdown timers to create artificial urgency.
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Three online retailers caught using misleading website features to pressure shoppers
May 18, 2026 at 01:08PM
The websites of Boarding Gate, Origin Sleep and Light in the box were found to have displayed features such as fake visitor counts and fabricated countdown timers to create artificial urgency.
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Chin Mee Chin Confectionery opening new outlet at Nex mall
May 18, 2026 at 02:12PM
The heritage teatime spot is well-loved for its kaya toast and retro bakes.
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Chin Mee Chin Confectionery opening new outlet at Nex mall
May 18, 2026 at 02:12PM
The heritage teatime spot is well-loved for its kaya toast and retro bakes.
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Construction worker dies after concrete falls on him at Cross Island Line worksite
May 18, 2026 at 02:15PM
The incident occurred at about 1.30pm on May 14 at the worksite of the upcoming Turf City station.
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Construction worker dies after concrete falls on him at Cross Island Line worksite
May 18, 2026 at 02:15PM
The incident occurred at about 1.30pm on May 14 at the worksite of the upcoming Turf City station.
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18 years’ jail, 24 strokes of the cane for man who raped, sexually assaulted younger sister
May 18, 2026 at 02:44PM
He sexually abused his sister when he was 12 to 19 years old.
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18 years’ jail, 24 strokes of the cane for man who raped, sexually assaulted younger sister
May 18, 2026 at 02:44PM
He sexually abused his sister when he was 12 to 19 years old.
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Avoid areas in Ubi, Geylang due to risk of flash floods: PUB
May 18, 2026 at 03:20PM
Motorists should avoid Ubi Avenues 1 and 3 and a junction in Geylang for the next hour.
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Avoid areas in Ubi, Geylang due to risk of flash floods: PUB
May 18, 2026 at 03:20PM
Motorists should avoid Ubi Avenues 1 and 3 and a junction in Geylang for the next hour.
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Doctor suspended after diabetic patient with infected foot had leg amputated
May 18, 2026 at 04:00PM
Dr Lim Geok Leong, who has at least 40 years in medical practice, failed to refer the patient to a hospital or specialist during any of his five visits, despite the presence of conditions such as gangrene.
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Doctor suspended after diabetic patient with infected foot had leg amputated
May 18, 2026 at 04:00PM
Dr Lim Geok Leong, who has at least 40 years in medical practice, failed to refer the patient to a hospital or specialist during any of his five visits, despite the presence of conditions such as gangrene.
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GPs warn of mounting strain as chronic illness cases rise in community clinics
May 18, 2026 at 04:29PM
The call for stronger support comes as the Ministry of Health seeks to reduce pressure on polyclinics and get more patient care to move upstream into the community.
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GPs warn of mounting strain as chronic illness cases rise in community clinics
May 18, 2026 at 04:29PM
The call for stronger support comes as the Ministry of Health seeks to reduce pressure on polyclinics and get more patient care to move upstream into the community.
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CNA Explains: How radio frequency bands are regulated - and why it matters for telcos
May 18, 2026 at 05:47PM
Singapore is investigating whether telco Simba complied with regulations governing the use of radio frequency bands. CNA looks at what these bands are and how they are managed.
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CNA Explains: How radio frequency bands are regulated - and why it matters for telcos
May 18, 2026 at 05:47PM
Singapore is investigating whether telco Simba complied with regulations governing the use of radio frequency bands. CNA looks at what these bands are and how they are managed.
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6 people win compensation from company for wrongful dismissals over medical claims
May 18, 2026 at 06:12PM
One employee was awarded more than S$17,000. She had submitted reimbursement claims totalling almost S$10,000 for things such as vitamins, supplements and skincare items that were not ordered by a doctor.
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6 people win compensation from company for wrongful dismissals over medical claims
May 18, 2026 at 06:12PM
One employee was awarded more than S$17,000. She had submitted reimbursement claims totalling almost S$10,000 for things such as vitamins, supplements and skincare items that were not ordered by a doctor.
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Eight start-ups compete for funding awards totalling up to $4m at sustainability challenge final
May 18, 2026 at 06:41PM
The companies will pitch solutions for tackling carbon emissions and climate adaptation.
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Eight start-ups compete for funding awards totalling up to $4m at sustainability challenge final
May 18, 2026 at 06:41PM
The companies will pitch solutions for tackling carbon emissions and climate adaptation.
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3 shuttle buses to be rolled out during period of late opening along TEL
May 18, 2026 at 06:43PM
Services along the line will start later at 8.30am on Saturdays during the adjustment period.
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3 shuttle buses to be rolled out during period of late opening along TEL
May 18, 2026 at 06:43PM
Services along the line will start later at 8.30am on Saturdays during the adjustment period.
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Jail, caning for man caught with over 70 sexually explicit videos of children, including toddler
May 18, 2026 at 06:45PM
The videos were found in Emerson Poh Jun Wei's devices including his mobile phone and desktop computer.
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Jail, caning for man caught with over 70 sexually explicit videos of children, including toddler
May 18, 2026 at 06:45PM
The videos were found in Emerson Poh Jun Wei's devices including his mobile phone and desktop computer.
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Illicit vape market in Singapore generated $10.4m in revenue in 2 years: Study
May 18, 2026 at 07:15PM
Illicit tobacco sales in Singapore resulted in an estimated $156 million in lost government revenue in the last two years.
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Illicit vape market in Singapore generated $10.4m in revenue in 2 years: Study
May 18, 2026 at 07:15PM
Illicit tobacco sales in Singapore resulted in an estimated $156 million in lost government revenue in the last two years.
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ST Explains: Why is it important for telcos to stay on their approved radio frequency bands?
May 18, 2026 at 07:25PM
Experts said the lapse could have been accidental, arising from human errors, or intentional if spectrum outside Simba’s assigned bands was knowingly used.
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ST Explains: Why is it important for telcos to stay on their approved radio frequency bands?
May 18, 2026 at 07:25PM
Experts said the lapse could have been accidental, arising from human errors, or intentional if spectrum outside Simba’s assigned bands was knowingly used.
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Businesses impacted by TB cases at Block 216 Bedok Food Centre & Market may get more reliefs
May 18, 2026 at 08:25PM
It will reopen on May 20 after a deep cleaning with disinfectant that can eliminate the TB bacteria.
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Businesses impacted by TB cases at Block 216 Bedok Food Centre & Market may get more reliefs
May 18, 2026 at 08:25PM
It will reopen on May 20 after a deep cleaning with disinfectant that can eliminate the TB bacteria.
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Temasek 'unlikely' to meet 2030 climate target amid tougher global landscape: CEO Dilhan Pillay
May 18, 2026 at 09:30PM
The firm is not retreating from its 2050 net-zero ambition, says Mr Pillay.
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Temasek 'unlikely' to meet 2030 climate target amid tougher global landscape: CEO Dilhan Pillay
May 18, 2026 at 09:30PM
The firm is not retreating from its 2050 net-zero ambition, says Mr Pillay.
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Boy, 9, taken to hospital after accident with car in Choa Chu Kang
May 18, 2026 at 10:44PM
Police investigations are ongoing.
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Boy, 9, taken to hospital after accident with car in Choa Chu Kang
May 18, 2026 at 10:44PM
Police investigations are ongoing.
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Temasek unlikely to meet 2030 climate targets due to exposure to aviation and power sectors: CEO
May 18, 2026 at 10:55PM
It aimed to halve emissions from 2010 levels to 11 million tonnes by 2030.
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Temasek unlikely to meet 2030 climate targets due to exposure to aviation and power sectors: CEO
May 18, 2026 at 10:55PM
It aimed to halve emissions from 2010 levels to 11 million tonnes by 2030.
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Lease for S’pore’s largest used-car hub set to be renewed till 2040 after owners pay $68m
May 18, 2026 at 11:42PM
The owners of Automobile Megamart still need to submit land survey reports and pay stamp duty.
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Lease for S’pore’s largest used-car hub set to be renewed till 2040 after owners pay $68m
May 18, 2026 at 11:42PM
The owners of Automobile Megamart still need to submit land survey reports and pay stamp duty.
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Solar-powered cars? NTU team creates ultra-thin, semi-transparent solar cells that may go on windows
May 19, 2026 at 05:00AM
The solar cells, made from perovskite instead of silicon, can generate energy even under indirect or diffused light.
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Solar-powered cars? NTU team creates ultra-thin, semi-transparent solar cells that may go on windows
May 19, 2026 at 05:00AM
The solar cells, made from perovskite instead of silicon, can generate energy even under indirect or diffused light.
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Man-made structures named top culprit as bird fatality reports in Singapore hit record high
May 19, 2026 at 05:00AM
The recent deaths of two peregrine falcon chicks have been linked to collisions with such structures.
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Man-made structures named top culprit as bird fatality reports in Singapore hit record high
May 19, 2026 at 05:00AM
The recent deaths of two peregrine falcon chicks have been linked to collisions with such structures.
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