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PM Wong encourages Singaporeans to visit, do business in Timor-Leste as it opens up

July 3, 2026 at 05:00PM

He urged Singaporean businesses to look at opportunities as Timor-Leste's economy diversifies beyond oil and gas into sectors such as hospitality and infrastructure.
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Two men jailed 20 days each for trying to bribe Sembcorp Marine employee, who rejected them

July 3, 2026 at 04:53PM

The two men were each convicted of a charge under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
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Two men handed jail terms for unlicensed remittance operation; $10m collected from migrant workers

July 3, 2026 at 04:59PM

The cousins were convicted under the Payment Services Act and Computer Misuse Act.
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S’pore wants to help Timor-Leste contribute to ASEAN, not just benefit from it: PM Wong

July 3, 2026 at 05:00PM

Singapore will upgrade an existing support package to help the newest ASEAN member integrate fully into the bloc.
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Man who tried to rape former flatmate gets heavier sentence after losing appeal

July 3, 2026 at 05:32PM

Gao Xiong had his jail term increased by just over a year.
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GPC to table motion on long-term transport strategy to boost Singapore's global connectivity

July 3, 2026 at 05:22PM

The motion is the first private member's motion to be tabled by a Government Parliamentary Committee since the 2025 General Election.
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New orchid hybrid named after Singapore Garden Festival

July 3, 2026 at 06:30PM

The festival is in its 10th edition.
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Healthcare and social sectors say technology should ease workloads, not replace human touch

July 3, 2026 at 06:32PM

Industry leaders said adopting technology in sectors built on trust and empathy requires a measured approach.
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URA releases carved-out Jurong Lake District site for sale

July 3, 2026 at 08:15PM

Analysts expect up to four bids for the 3.72-hectare white site, with offers potentially exceeding S$2 billion.
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Child taken to hospital after fire breaks out in Yishun HDB flat

July 3, 2026 at 08:43PM

The child was assessed for smoke inhalation and taken to KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital.
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MPs to debate future of transport, AI-driven jobs and emerging tech in Parliament next Tuesday

July 3, 2026 at 09:01PM


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Free AI courses for 60k accounting, finance professionals in S’pore under national push to uplift the sector

July 3, 2026 at 09:26PM


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Turbulence incidents on SIA, Scoot flights in June 2025 resulted in injuries to crew

July 3, 2026 at 09:35PM

A total of eight cabin crew members were hurt.
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EVs generally cost less to maintain than petrol cars

July 4, 2026 at 05:00AM

EV parts like the motor and batteries do not need as much maintenance as engines and transmissions.
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As EVs move up a gear in S’pore, what happens after the sale?

July 4, 2026 at 05:00AM

Today, electric cars account for six in 10 new car registrations. We explore what owning one means.
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CNA Explains: Electricity tariffs are at a record high. Should you lock in a plan now or wait?

July 4, 2026 at 06:00AM

Almost two-thirds of households still buy electricity under SP Group's regulated tariff. Here's what to consider before deciding whether to lock in a retail plan.
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Only skin-deep: Why jagua tattoos, an alternative to permanent tattoos, are taking off among young people

July 4, 2026 at 07:00AM

Jagua gaining traction as a permanent tattoo alternative among youths.
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'You're not young anymore': These two women in their 50s just raced at the Hyrox World Championships

July 4, 2026 at 07:56AM

They started functional training to age well, not become athletes. Yet working mothers Margaret Lim, 51, and Seah Seow Ping, 54, found themselves competing at the Hyrox World Championships in Stockholm in June. They hope their journey will inspire more women to rethink what’s possible in midlife.
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Born with hearing loss, Singapore Rhodes Scholar spotlights disability through theatre

July 4, 2026 at 10:30AM

Jade Ow found her voice through the arts after struggling with social interactions in school.
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New Circle Line stations open for public preview, completing MRT line after more than 30 years in the making

July 4, 2026 at 10:00AM

Keppel, Cantonment and Prince Edward Road MRT stations will open for passenger service on Jul 12.
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Shorter rides for over 10,000 commuters as new Circle Line stations close the loop

July 4, 2026 at 11:43AM

Keppel, Cantonment and Prince Edward Road stations will open for passenger service on July 12.
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