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Singapore rolls out new foreign work pass track, tax exemptions for asset management industry

August 19, 2026 at 02:51PM

The central bank will also introduce a new hedge fund investment programme to anchor global and regional players in Singapore. 
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Day6’s Young K to hold first solo concert in Singapore in January 2027

August 19, 2026 at 02:55PM

Here's how to score tickets to Young K's Youngest solo tour at The Star Theatre on Jan 23, 2027.
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COE premiums up across most categories; Cat A price climbs 3.7% to $128,501

August 19, 2026 at 04:20PM

The motorcycle COE premium recorded a 7.6 per cent increase to $11,301.
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COE prices close mostly higher; Category A premiums rise to more than S$128,500

August 19, 2026 at 04:12PM

Category A premiums closed higher for the first time in three exercises.
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Polytechnics step up autonomous mobility training as industry needs evolve

August 19, 2026 at 04:47PM

From longer internships to training in driver-assistance systems, polytechnics in Singapore are strengthening their curriculum to prepare students for a future with self-driving vehicles.
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NParks sued over alleged negligence in wild boar attack, Botanic Gardens falls

August 19, 2026 at 05:30PM

One lawsuit stems from a 2023 wild boar attack in Bukit Panjang that drew widespread public attention.
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Scaling up Singapore’s neighbour dispute unit could better manage severe hoarding cases: Observers

August 19, 2026 at 06:02PM

The main challenge the MPs cited is persuading home owners to accept help.
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Police appeal for information on missing girl, last seen near Bowen Secondary School off Hougang

August 19, 2026 at 06:41PM

She was last seen near 3 Lorong Napiri in the afternoon of May 2.
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One°15 Marina Sentosa Cove to offer 24/7 immigration clearance from September

August 19, 2026 at 06:45PM

Promotional pricing for the service will be offered during the first six months.
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Four primary schools scrap parent volunteer scheme for entry into Primary 1

August 19, 2026 at 07:05PM

MOE said around one-third of Singapore’s primary schools offer the parent volunteer scheme.
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Man admits duping 21 victims, including his father, of more than $3.8m

August 19, 2026 at 07:30PM

He has since returned around $860,000 to some of his victims.
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Beware phishing e-mails that offer fake CPF refund payouts

August 19, 2026 at 07:39PM

Recipients of these e-mails are told that they are eligible for a refund of excess CPF contributions.
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Initiative to help rough sleepers find co-tenants for rental flats among pilot projects given MSF funding

August 19, 2026 at 08:01PM

Other projects to get help under MSF's PATH fund include one that helps rough sleepers get apprenticeships and another that will upgrade a temporary shelter's facilities. 
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Man jailed for assaulting 59-year-old coffeeshop employee, who suffered spinal fracture

August 19, 2026 at 07:52PM

The man pleaded guilty to offences including voluntarily causing grievous hurt, using insulting words to cause harassment, and theft.
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Former defence minister Ng Eng Hen conferred Honorary Officer of the Order of Australia award

August 19, 2026 at 07:59PM

He received the award for strengthening bilateral defence relations between Singapore and Australia.
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Housing, jobs, rebuilding family ties: 17 projects to be piloted to help rough sleepers in S’pore

August 19, 2026 at 08:00PM

Homeless youth will get support including mentoring, family mediation, and vocational guidance.
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Rebuilding broken lives: New initiative to house and support youth turned away by family

August 19, 2026 at 08:00PM

The project is one of 11 initiatives under the Partnership to Tackle Homelessness Fund.
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Singapore Poly to offer ethical hacking services, give students real-world experience

August 19, 2026 at 08:31PM

Singapore Polytechnic obtained the license to offer penetration testing services in January 2026.
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NTUC ramping up early career support for graduating youths amid AI shifts: Ng Chee Meng

August 19, 2026 at 08:56PM

The labour movement's youth wing will increase the intake for its bond-free NTUC Starter Awards scholarships to 150 this year.
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More graduating youth to benefit from NTUC’s bond-free scholarship with leadership training

August 19, 2026 at 08:40PM

This is part of the labour movement’s commitment to scaling up job-matching support for the youth.
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New moves tackling social media ads long overdue; will stem scam scourge: Experts

August 19, 2026 at 10:07PM

But experts cautioned that the new measures are not foolproof and urged consumers to stay vigilant.
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