Japan warns 199,000 could die in megaquake and tsunami scenario

Japan warns 199,000 could die if a megaquake triggers tsunamis along Japan and Chishima trenches, following a magnitude 7.5 earthquake off Aomori on 8 December 2025.

Chinese Artist Fan Zeng, 87, Announces Birth of Son With Fourth Wife Xu Meng, 38

Chinese artist Fan Zeng, 87, announced birth of son with fourth wife Xu Meng, 38, while severing ties with daughter who alleged missing artworks worth billions.

6.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northeast Japan on 12 Dec

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck northeast Japan on 12 Dec 2025, days after a 7.5 magnitude quake injured 30 people. Tsunami advisory issued.

Chinese Influencer Develops Life-Threatening Pancreatitis After Six-Month Diet of Boiled Chicken and Vegetables

Chinese influencer, 25, hospitalized with life-threatening pancreatitis after eating only boiled chicken breast and vegetables for six months to lose weight.

Autonomous Shuttle Trials in Punggol to Begin, ComfortDelGro Prepares Five AVs for 2026 Launch

ComfortDelGro gets LTA approval to trial five five-seater autonomous shuttles in Punggol from early 2026, offering rides through the CDG Zig app under the “Zig Driverless” option.

Man Charged with Molesting 6-year-old girl in Changi Airport Transit Area

A 46-year-old American man was arrested at Changi Airport for allegedly molesting a six-year-old girl in the transit area.

Fruit Shop Owner Identified as Man Who Tackled Bondi Beach Shooter, Now Recovering in Hospital

Sydney man Ahmed el Ahmed, 43, heroically disarmed a Bondi Beach gunman during a deadly attack, was shot twice, and is now in hospital recovering after undergoing surgery.

Simba Promotion Sparks Long Queues, Police Deployment and Customer Frustration Across Singapore

Simba’s limited-time S$60-for-S$120 promotion caused chaos across Singapore, with long queues, frustrated customers turned away, and police called to manage crowds at several outlets.

From Shared Homes to Assisted Living: Singapore Broadens Senior Care Choices

Singapore expands senior care options with shared stay-in services, assisted living, community care apartments, and enhanced home support, aiming to keep seniors independent, active, and well-supported across the island.

MOM to expand Primary Care Plan clinics and roll out centralised enrolment portal for migrant workers

Singapore to improve migrant worker support with more accessible healthcare, upgraded dormitories, and unified volunteer programs, ensuring better well-being, social engagement, and recognition for their contributions.

55-Year-Old Man Arrested for S$155 Theft at Beauty World Restaurant; May Face Up to 10 Years’ Imprisonment

Singapore police arrested a 55-year-old man in Beauty World for allegedly stealing over S$155 from a restaurant. He will be charged with housebreaking and theft.

Singapore Q3 Retrenchments Edge Up to 3,670 as Job Vacancies Fall, MOM Report Reveals Market Moderation

Singapore saw 3,670 retrenchments in Q3 2025, up from Q2, as job vacancies fell. Layoffs hit growth sectors like finance and tech, signaling moderation in the labour market.

Investigation Underway After Community Cat Found Dead with Severe Injury at Woodlands Industrial Park

A community cat was found dead with a severe gash in Woodlands. Feeders claimed it was “slashed,” but NParks found no evidence of intentional cruelty, noting the carcass was…

Singapore to Roll Out 660 New Electric Buses from End-2026 Under LTA’s Fleet Renewal Plan

Singapore’s LTA has purchased 660 electric buses, including 300 double-deckers, to replace aging diesel buses, with deployment starting end-2026 and enhanced safety and battery features.

Youngest Singapore Athlete Anya Zahedi Secures Silver in Girls’ Optimist Sailing Event

12-year-old Anya Zahedi won silver in the girls’ optimist sailing at the 2025 SEA Games, while her 16-year-old sister Nia clinched bronze in the girls’ ILCA 4 event.

Chagee Founder Zhang Junjie Marries Solar Heiress in S$10.9 Billion Nuptials, Serves Milk Tea Instead of Alcohol

Focusing on a premium, non-alcoholic theme, the CEO of the rapidly expanding Chinese milk tea brand celebrated his union in a lavish ceremony that highlighted his entrepreneurial journey.

Rollover Credit Card Balances in Singapore Reach Decade-High Amid Rising Living Costs

Unpaid credit card debt in Singapore hit a ten-year high in 2025, driven by rising living costs, changing spending habits, and easier access to credit.

Teen Admits Supplying SIM Cards to Friends; Two Scam Cases Linked to S$35,603 Losses

A Singapore teen admitted to registering 25 SIM cards for cash, with two later used in scams that caused victims to lose more than S$35,000.

Pigeon-Control Netting to Be Installed on Air-Con Ledges in 35 HDB Units Under New Trial

HDB will trial bird netting on air-con ledges at Punggol and Toa Payoh flats to prevent pigeons and study their nesting behavior.

Malaysian Karang Guni Man Sentenced After Overstaying in Singapore Since 2006

A 72-year-old Malaysian man was jailed and fined after overstaying in Singapore for 19 years, surviving by working as a karang guni man.

31-Year-Old Driver Faces Multiple Charges After Etomidate Detected Following Traffic Collision

A 31-year-old man will face Singapore’s first etomidate-related traffic charge after allegedly driving dangerously, causing a collision, and testing positive for the drug.