Dr Haresh Singaraju Clarifies No Party Affiliation Ahead of NMP Appointment

NMP appointee Dr Haresh Singaraju clarifies he is no longer a PAP member after a 2023 photo of him wearing a party shirt circulates online.

Police Recover S$52,000 Rolex After Theft at Ocean Drive Residence

A 34-year-old man was arrested for allegedly stealing a S$52,000 Rolex from a Sentosa Cove home, and the watch has been recovered

Fire Breaks Out at Sungei Kadut Factory, SCDF Deploys Three Water Jets

One person was hospitalised and 30 evacuated after a fire broke out at a Sungei Kadut industrial building, with SCDF deploying three water jets to contain the blaze.

Woman Arrested in New Zealand After 18kg of Methamphetamine Found in Luggage on Flight via Singapore

A 33-year-old woman was arrested at Auckland Airport after over 18kg of methamphetamine was found in her luggage on a flight that transited through Singapore.

First Case of Court Charges for Skipping Etomidate E-Vaporiser Rehabilitation

Tang Yu Ling jailed one week for possessing etomidate e-vaporiser pods after failing to attend mandatory rehabilitation, marking the first court case for skipping vape-related rehab in Singapore.

More Than 4,000 Shorter Waiting Time BTO Flats Planned for 2026 Launches

Singapore will launch 19,600 BTO flats in 2026, including over 4,000 units with shorter waiting times, as part of efforts to improve housing access.

Indranee Rajah Seeks Parliamentary Review of Pritam Singh’s Role as Leader of the Opposition

Parliament will debate a motion questioning Pritam Singh’s suitability as Leader of the Opposition following his conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee.

Man Misses Step While Taking Photos of Zodiac Forecasts at Chinatown Complex, Injury Reported

A visitor nearly missed a step while viewing zodiac predictions at Chinatown Complex, prompting an apology and safety measures from the Hawkers Association after another person sprained an ankle.

Vehicle Repossessions Leave PHV Drivers Stranded After Autobahn Loses Creditor Protection Bid, NPHVA Steps In To Assist Members

NTUC-affiliated associations are providing legal aid and vehicle options to help drivers affected by Autobahn repossessions return to the road.

Malaysian Man Loses Belongings and RM3,000 in Knifepoint Robbery at JB Bus Stop

A 28-year-old Malaysian cross-border worker was robbed at knifepoint at a Johor Bahru bus stop, losing personal items and over RM3,000 from his bank account.

Judge Reduces Legal Bills by More Than Two-Thirds After Finding Fees ‘Plainly Excessive’

Lawyer Vijay Kumar Rai’s legal fees were cut from $108,225 to $34,000 after the court found them “plainly excessive” in a civil lawsuit case.

Budget Meals at HDB Coffee Shops No Longer Mandatory Under Revised Scheme

HDB coffee shops are no longer required to offer budget meals, as the scheme becomes optional with added rent support to help operators manage rising costs.

MP Ng Chee Meng Calls for Enhanced Fire Safety in Singapore’s Older HDB Estates

MP Ng Chee Meng pushes for better fire safety in HDB estates as residential fires rose to 1,051 cases in 2025, focusing on senior safety.

Injured Himalayan Vulture Spotted on ECP Safely Rescued, Undergoing Care for Release

A rare Himalayan vulture spotted on Singapore’s East Coast Parkway was rescued by ACRES after suffering dehydration and exhaustion. The bird is being rehabilitated for release in the near future.

Emergency Services at SGH to Operate from New Location at 1 Hospital Boulevard Starting Jan 18

The SGH emergency department will move to a new building at 1 Hospital Boulevard on January 18. Level 3 is the main entrance for emergency patients.

Single-Platform Train Operations to Affect 480,000 Daily Commuters on Circle Line

Circle Line commuters are advised to plan alternative routes ahead of a three-month disruption from January 17, as tunnel strengthening works affect daily train services.

Volunteers Conduct Night Outreach to Support Rough Sleepers Amid Rising Online Attention

Late-night volunteers from Homeless Hearts of Singapore work weekly to support rough sleepers, focusing on trust, dignity, and long-term relationships rather than quick solutions.

Crackdown on Unsafe Riding Sees 900 Non-Compliant AMDs Seized This Year

LTA seized 900 illegal Active Mobility Devices in 2025, targeting unsafe riding and fire risks, with 67 impounded in December and stronger enforcement across hotspot areas.

Former Actor Edmund Chen Charged Over AYE Accident That Left Motorcyclist Grievously Hurt

Former actor Edmund Chen was charged over an alleged careless driving incident on the Ayer Rajah Expressway that left a motorcyclist with grievous injuries.

NTUC MP Proposes Enhanced Training, Healthcare, and Levy Relief to Support Caregiving Households

NTUC ASG Yeo Wan Ling proposes boosting training, healthcare, and levy relief to better support Singaporean caregiving families.

Singapore Woman Loses Negligence Suit Against NUH and AMK-Thye Hua Kwan Hospital Over Mother’s Leg Amputation

The High Court dismissed a lawsuit against NUH and AMK–Thye Hua Kwan Hospital, ruling no negligence and ordering the plaintiffs to pay S$975,403 in legal costs.