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.
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.
MSF and Police Move Activist Han Hui Hui’s Children to Protective Care After Alleged Incident
Han Hui Hui’s three children are in hospital care for safety following alleged family disputes, with supervised visits ongoing as MSF and police continue investigations.
Singapore Police to Interview Man Linked to Quran-Stepping Video When He Returns from Overseas
Singapore is investigating a Quran-stepping video as K. Shanmugam says suspect likely the same offender previously convicted; authorities ordered the video removed while police continue investigations.
Middle East Conflict May Push Up Singapore Power Costs if Energy Prices Stay Elevated
Singapore electricity bills may increase if global fuel prices stay high, says the Energy Market Authority, though most households are currently protected by fixed price contracts and regulated tariffs.
Two Men Hospitalised Following Violent Stabbing in Geylang Lorong 16
A 48-year-old man was arrested after a Geylang stabbing left a 70-year-old victim unconscious with chest wounds. Both men were hospitalized following the early morning altercation at Lorong 16.
MHA Confirms Possible Criminal Risks in Selling ‘Oripas’ Trading Card Packs, Police to Look Into Complaints
Selling “Oripas” blind trading card packs may breach cheating or gambling laws, and police will investigate reports of potential offences across Singapore.
45-Year-Old Man Arrested for Criminal Intimidation After Knife Incident Near Geylang Serai Market
A 45-year-old man was arrested after allegedly threatening an auxiliary police officer with a knife near Geylang Serai Market. The suspect was subdued by members of the public.
Man to Face Theft Charge After Allegedly Taking Money from Passenger’s Bag on Plane
A 50-year-old man will be charged after allegedly stealing S$750 and bank cards from a passenger’s bag during a flight from Singapore to Jakarta in October 2025.
Singapore’s The Providore Café and Deli Closes Doors, Ending 13 Years of Operations
The Providore Singapore closes all outlets from 9 March 2026, thanking customers for 13 years of support and memorable food experiences across the city.
Teenagers Nabbed for Alleged Assault and Robbery of Trading Cards Worth S$8K in MacPherson
Three teens were arrested in MacPherson after allegedly assaulting a man and stealing S$8,000 worth of One Piece trading cards; police recovered the items promptly.
Woman Sentenced to Jail After Spray-Painting Graffiti at Praisehaven on Christmas Day
Australian woman jailed for vandalising Salvation Army’s Praisehaven on Christmas Day after spray-painting graffiti on the walls and three vans at the Upper Bukit Timah premises.
‘Yellow Box’ Areas Outside HDB Shops Rented Out Online Though Subletting Is Not Allowed
Outdoor “yellow box” spaces outside HDB shops are being advertised for rent online, even though rules say they cannot be sublet to unrelated businesses.
Case Management Conference Scheduled as Law Society of Singapore Moves Ahead with Disciplinary Action Against Pritam Singh
The Law Society of Singapore has begun disciplinary proceedings against Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh, with a case management conference scheduled at the Supreme Court.
Singapore’s Second RSAF Evacuation Flight Arrives from Saudi Arabia, Seats Also Offered to Other Nationals
Singapore’s second air force evacuation flight from Jeddah lands with 81 citizens and dependents, while spare seats were offered to other nationals stranded in the Middle East.
