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.

GrabRewards becomes GrabCoins, bringing simpler savings, faster redemptions and new weekday earn-back promos

Grab has launched GrabCoins, a simpler way to earn and save rewards across rides, GrabFood, GrabMart, and more, with clear tracking and new promotions for users.

Customer Spots Mould in Popeyes Fish Burger; Chain and SFA Launch Investigation

A Popeyes customer at Orchard Xchange discovered mould on her fish burger bun, prompting complaints to the fast food chain and SFA, which conducted an inspection and issued a warning.

Amos Yee, Singaporean, Granted Parole After Serving Time in US

Singaporean Amos Yee, 27, has been released on parole from a US prison after serving time for grooming and possessing child pornography, and is registered as a sex offender.

Ex-School Canteen Vendor Rayner Tan Opens Bedroom Window Cafe Selling Matcha and Coffee in Punggol

Rayner Tan, a former engineer, left his school canteen stall to focus on his home-based cafe, Corner Pane, serving matcha, coffee, and creative snacks in Punggol.

Google DeepMind Sets Up Singapore AI Research Hub, Hiring Underway

Google DeepMind has opened its first Southeast Asian AI research lab in Singapore, focusing on education, healthcare, and collaboration with government, businesses, and academic institutions.

Customer Shocked After Neighbour Spots Rider Repacking Spilled Porridge

A Yio Chu Kang customer discovered a delivery rider pouring spilled porridge back into its container, prompting her to file a complaint with Grab while the incident was documented…

Overheated Power Bank Burns Cabin Wall on Scoot HK–SG Flight; No Injuries Reported

A Scoot flight from Hong Kong to Singapore caught fire mid-flight due to an overheated power bank. Crew extinguished it promptly, with no injuries reported, and passengers disembarked safely.

Six E-Bridge Centres Hit by Gastroenteritis Outbreak, 185 Affected After Eating School-Supplied Meals

185 students and staff fell sick with gastroenteritis across six E-Bridge preschools, prompting SFA to suspend Middleton International School’s food operations while investigations and hygiene measures are carried out.

SOS Sign Seen at Hat Yai Hotel With Dozens Reportedly Trapped Inside

Around 80 people are trapped at Hat Yai’s Sakol Hotel as severe flooding continues, with SOS signals sent from balconies and rescue efforts underway across southern Thailand.

Yishun Mookata Forgives Teens After They Admit to Messing Up Stall With Food-Throwing Incident

Five boys who threw food and burned chopsticks at a Yishun mookata stall later apologised, and the business forgave them, emphasizing second chances and family values, according to Facebook.

Two Men Arrested After Fight at Telok Blangah Crescent Food Centre

Two men, aged 63 and 68, were arrested for fighting at Telok Blangah Crescent Food Centre on 24 Nov. One was hospitalised. Police investigations ongoing.

Singapore Becomes World’s Most Talent-Competitive Country

Singapore topped the Global Talent Competitiveness Index for the first time, overtaking Switzerland after 12 years. The city-state excelled in adaptive skills and talent retention.

Park Eun Hye Fan Meeting Incident Results in Agency Zero-Tolerance Policy

A fan licked beer foam off cheerleader Park Eun Hye’s hand during a fan meeting. Her agency OM Entertainment announced a zero-tolerance policy despite Park not pursuing legal action.

Gavin Lee Becomes Singapore’s First Local National Football Team Head Coach Since 2016

Gavin Lee will become Singapore’s permanent national football team head coach, the first local since 2016, after leading the Lions to their first-ever merit-based Asian Cup qualification.

19-Year-Old Police NSF Offered Three Teenage Boys Cash for Sexual Acts

19-year-old Police NSF offered three teenage boys $50 to $290 for sexual acts over several months. All refused. He pleaded guilty and faces reformative training assessment.

55 Dead in Hong Kong Public Housing Fire at Wang Fuk Court

A fire at Wang Fuk Court in Hong Kong killed 55 people. Highly flammable styrofoam and non-compliant materials caused rapid spread. Three people arrested for manslaughter.