Heavy Congestion Expected at Singapore’s Land Checkpoints from 21 Nov to 1 Jan

Singapore’s land checkpoints will face heavy congestion from 21 Nov to 1 Jan during school holidays. ICA advises using QR codes for faster clearance.

Barricade Jumper Who Grabbed Ariana Grande at Sentosa Event Sentenced to 9 Days’ Jail

Australian man Johnson Wen pleaded guilty after rushing Ariana Grande at the Singapore Wicked: For Good premiere, jumping over barricades and being stopped by co-star Cynthia Erivo and security.

Late-Night Sighting of Woman with Stroller on KJE

A woman was seen pushing a stroller along the KJE at 2:30am, sparking confusion and online speculation as commenters debated whether it was a safety issue or something eerie.

Grab Increases Minimum Fare by S$0.50 as Part of New Agreements with Platform Worker Associations

Grab will raise its minimum fare by S$0.50 from Nov 24 to boost drivers’ earnings, following its formal recognition of all three platform worker unions.

Lai Huat Seafood Restaurant Appeals for Diners Who Walked Out Before Settling S$119.80 Tab

Lai Huat Seafood Restaurant is looking for a family of four who left without paying their S$119.80 dinner on November 15 and hopes they come forward voluntarily.

46-Year-Old Construction Worker Killed in Fall at Pandan Gardens JRL Site

A 46-year-old construction supervisor died after falling about nine metres from scaffolding at a Jurong Region Line worksite, prompting safety reviews and ongoing investigations by LTA and MOM.

49-Year-Old HDB Dragon Boat Member Collapses After Race, Later Dies in Hospital

A 49-year-old HDB dragon boat team member collapsed and died after a race at Singapore Sports Hub’s Water Sports Centre during the annual Singapore Regatta Waterfest.

Taiwanese Influencer Iris Hsieh Cremated in Malaysia After 25 Days in Morgue

Taiwanese influencer Iris Hsieh, 31, was cremated in Malaysia on 16 Nov after dying in a Kuala Lumpur hotel. Rapper Namewee, present at her death, was arrested then released.

Thundery showers expected most afternoons for rest of November

Thundery showers expected most afternoons for rest of November with above-average rainfall forecast. Newton recorded 36°C on 1 Nov, the highest November temperature since 1929.

Ken Lim Gets 13 Months’ Jail for Molesting Woman at Hype Records Office

Ken Lim, former Singapore Idol judge, was sentenced to 13 months’ jail for molesting a 25-year-old woman at his Hype Records office in 2021.

Namewee Loses Sponsor for Chinese New Year Song, Seeks Work

Namewee lost his Chinese New Year song sponsor and all work till end of 2026 following investigation into Iris Hsieh’s death. He’s now publicly seeking sponsors and jobs.

12-Year-Old Dies After Teacher Makes Her Do 100 Sit-Ups for Being Late

A 12-year-old Indian student died a week after her teacher made her do 100 sit-ups for arriving ten minutes late to school.

Brooklyn Woman Arrested Five Times for Not Paying Restaurant Bills While Posing as Food Influencer

34-year-old Brooklyn woman arrested five times for not paying NYC restaurant bills while pretending to be food influencer.

Three-Car Collision on Airport Boulevard Sends Two to Hospital

A three-car crash on Airport Boulevard on 16 Nov sent a woman and one-year-old boy to hospital. This is the second major pile-up there in two weeks.

Two Tourists Defecate at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul

Two tourists were filmed defecating at Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul on 10 November 2025. The man was fined 50,000 won.

CCTV footage from Mellben Seafood's Ang Mo Kio outlet showed a kitchen staff member cutting crabs on a dish cloth apparently used to wipe plates.

The employees involved have been disciplined.

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Actor Zheng Geping Receives PBM Award for Longstanding Service to Woodlands Community

Veteran actor Zheng Geping received the Public Service Medal 2025 for 15 years of volunteer work with the Woodlands community, praising family and colleagues for their support.

Injured but jubilant, Ilhan Fandi dedicates Asian Cup qualification to Singapore as Gavin Lee praises team spirit

Ilhan Fandi’s crucial assist and goal helped Singapore beat Hong Kong 2-1, securing the nation’s first-ever Asian Cup qualification on merit.

Lions Roar Back With Two Quick Goals to Clinch Historic Asian Cup Spot

Singapore beats Hong Kong 2-1 to qualify for the 2027 Asian Cup, marking the first time the team has qualified on merit.

Woman Finds Drunk Stranger at Hougang Block; Full Refund Issued

A woman’s Gojek ride was taken by a drunk stranger, leading her to find him lying on the road near her block after the trip.

Police Investigate Bugis Hawker Incident Over Rat Sighting

A Bugis hawker allegedly hit a fellow noodle vendor after a rat ran into his stall, prompting a police report and an ongoing investigation at the coffee shop.