Six-Year-Old Washing Machine Catches Fire in Tampines Unit, SCDF Extinguishes Blaze

A Tampines washing machine caught fire and reportedly “exploded” on Feb. 25, 2026. Residents helped evacuate neighbours, and SCDF extinguished the blaze with no injuries reported.

Station Staff Who Impersonated Policeman to Rape Domestic Worker Sentenced to 12 Years’ Jail

A man who posed as a police officer to rape a domestic worker near Little India MRT was jailed 12 years and given 12 strokes of the cane.

Missing Teen Found Dead in Kallang River After Search Operations Called Off

A missing 13-year-old boy was found dead in the Kallang River on Feb 26 night. Police do not suspect foul play, and investigations are ongoing.

Oil Prices Skyrocket 13% as Middle East Conflict Erupts; Singapore Braces for Inflationary Pressure

Global oil prices jumped 13% following Middle East airstrikes and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Singapore faces rising electricity and petrol costs as energy markets brace for…

Trump Agrees to Talks with New Iranian Leadership Following Deadly Airstrikes

President Trump confirms talks with Iran’s interim council following deadly airstrikes. As “Operation Epic Fury” intensifies, Singaporean markets brace for potential fuel price hikes and heightened global maritime supply disruptions.

Elderly Bus Captain and Passenger Taken to Hospital After Upper East Coast Road Crash

A 74-year-old bus captain was rescued after being trapped in his seat following a bus and lorry crash on Upper East Coast Road. Both he and a passenger were hospitalised.

Driver Claims Fake ‘Officer’ at Bangunan Sultan Iskandar CIQ Took RM100 Without Topping Up Card

A Singaporean claims he lost RM100 at the JB checkpoint after a man posing as an officer offered to top up his Touch ‘n Go card but did not…

Singapore Airlines, Scoot Suspend Additional Middle East Flights as Regional Airspace Closures Widen

Singapore Airlines and Scoot cancelled more Dubai and Jeddah flights after US-Israel strikes on Iran led to regional airspace closures and widespread global flight disruptions.

Pregnant commuter sparks debate after saying no one offered her a seat on MRT

Eight-month pregnant woman says MRT commuters ignored her, “pretending” to be on phones, sparking debate online about seat etiquette and courtesy in Singapore trains.

Singapore to mandate on-board units as ERP2 rollout set for Jan 1, 2027

Singapore will fully switch to ERP2 from Jan 1, 2027, with a new Bill proposing mandatory OBUs and updated charging rules for vehicles.

Bukit Batok Resident Catches 61-Year-Old Man With Stolen Underwear Stuffed In Pockets; 320 Items Found In Total

A 61-year-old man pleaded guilty after a Bukit Batok resident caught him with pockets full of stolen bras. Police later found 320 pieces of women’s underwear at his HDB flat.

Singapore to Unveil Blind Box and Trading Card Regulations by Mid-2026

Singapore will introduce blind box and trading card regulations by mid-2026. Minister K. Shanmugam stated these measures aim to curb gambling risks, with age limits and probability disclosures under…

Reddit Debate Erupts After Novita Lam’s “Iran This, Israel That” Joke on Instagram Story

Singapore influencer Novita Lam faces backlash online for a pun on Iran and Israel, sparking debate on Reddit over timing and whether the joke was insensitive or harmless.

Flight Disruptions in Middle East Force Agencies to Cancel, Reroute and Refund Travellers

Singapore agencies offer refunds and rerouting options as Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights and strand travellers abroad.

New AI and Tech Visa Track to Replace Tech. Pass from January 2027

Singapore will launch a new ONE Pass AI and Tech visa in 2027 with a S$30,000 income requirement, replacing Tech. Pass to attract global technology talent.

Police Arrest Man for Drink Driving After He Was Found Sleeping in Stationary Car Along Bencoolen Street

Man arrested for drink driving after being found asleep in a GetGo car parked on double yellow lines at Bencoolen Street.

Punggol Autonomous Shuttles to Open for Public Sign-Ups via Grab from April 1

Punggol self-driving shuttles open to the public from April 1, with free launch rides and S$4 fares later this year.

Airspace Closures in Gulf Create Opportunity for Asian Carriers as Travellers Pay Huge Premiums to Leave Region

Asian airlines like Singapore Airlines see strong demand and soaring fares as Middle East airspace closures disrupt flights and travellers rush to find alternative routes to Asia.

Hawker Legend Toh Poh Seek, Founder of Ji Xiang Ang Ku Kueh, Dies at 81

Toh Poh Seek, founder of Ji Xiang Ang Ku Kueh, passed away at 81, leaving behind a family-run business known for its traditional handmade Ang Ku Kueh.

47-year-old charged after allegedly placing daughter on windowsill during family quarrel

A Singapore man was charged after allegedly placing his five-year-old daughter on a windowsill during a fight with his wife and shouting, “Let us die together.”

Malaysian Man To Be Charged Over Suspected Role In Government Official Impersonation Scam

A Malaysian man will be charged in Singapore after allegedly collecting jewellery worth over S$28,000 from a victim in a government official impersonation scam.