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It was 'love at first sight' with their adopted baby. Then they were told he may have been trafficked
When David and Ally first saw Marcus, they knew he was destined to be their son. "For me it was love at first sight," said David. Their…
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Singapore: 63-Year-Old Pedestrian Dies After Collision with SBS Transit Bus in Havelock Road
A 63-year-old man has died following a collision with an SBS Transit bus along Havelock Road on Monday evening, February 16. The police…
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No Haircuts, No Sweeping: Why Chinese New Year Superstitions Still Hold Sway in Singapore!
Every Chinese New Year, millions of people across Asia do something curious: they avoid washing their hair, sweeping the floor, or even…
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Solar Eclipse 2026: 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse Sweeps Across Antarctica; What it Means for Singapore Skywatchers!
An extraordinary celestial spectacle unfolded on Tuesday, February 17, as an annular solar eclipse carved its path across the frozen…
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Singapore: ComfortDelGro Taxi Overturns at Ang Mo Kio Junction on First Day of Chinese New Year
A ComfortDelGro taxi overturned after being involved in an accident at a junction in Ang Mo Kio on Tuesday morning, February 17, the first…
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Rainy Days Expected in Singapore Before Drier Conditions Return in Late February
Singapore residents should keep their umbrellas close at hand in the second half of February, with moderate to heavy thundery showers…
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Singapore: 3 People Rushed to Hospital After Void Deck Fire at Hougang HDB Block on Chinese New Year Eve
Three people were taken to hospital after a fire broke out at the void deck of a Housing Board block in Hougang on the eve of Chinese New…
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Singapore: Hari Raya Light-Up Draws Crowds to Geylang Serai as Ramadan Bazaar Opens
The rain-soaked streets of Geylang Serai shimmered on February 14 as this year's Hari Raya light-up was officially launched, marking the…
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Singapore MOH Asks More Than 1,000 GP Clinics to Remain Open Over Chinese New Year Holidays
A total of 1,095 general practitioner (GP) clinics across Singapore will operate at various times during the upcoming Chinese New Year…
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Chinese Embassy in Singapore Urges Citizens to Avoid Gambling After Casino Death
The Chinese Embassy in Singapore has issued a stern reminder to its nationals to refrain from gambling overseas, following the death of a…
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Singapore stocks end flat before Chinese New Year break; STI edges up 0.02%
Across the broader market, gainers outnumber decliners 294 to 197, with 765.9 million securities worth S$954.9 million traded Local shares…
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Singapore stocks end almost flat before Chinese New Year; STI inches up 0.02%
Across the broader market, gainers outnumber decliners 294 to 197, with 765.9 million securities worth S$954.9 million traded Local shares…
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Amova bets on “new Singapore” sectors as MAS expands the EQDP
It believes these industries that represent the structural future of the country’s economy Renewable energy, innovation-driven healthcare,…
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When the Arctic opens, what happens to Singapore?
IN JUST 21 days from September to October 2025, a Chinese container vessel called Istanbul Bridge arrived at Felixstowe, the UK’s largest…
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Singapore stocks falter on Friday; STI down 1.6%
Singapore shares ended lower on Friday (Feb 13), tracking losses on regional indices. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI) fell 1.6 per…
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Valentine's Day 2026 Celebrations in Singapore, Australia, Canada, Mexico, and More
Valentine's Day 2026 is just around the corner, and people in various parts of the world, including Singapore, Australia, Canada, and…
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Budget 2026: Fund top-ups position Singapore as leading centre for equity fundraising
EQDP expansion signals long-term commitment to strengthen equities market Anchor Fund top-up shows the government’s willingness to invest…
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Singapore stocks gain more ground on Thursday, STI up 0.7%
Singapore stocks ended higher on Thursday (Feb 12) as regional indices mostly tracked lower. The benchmark Straits Times Index (STI)…
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Australian laser maker EOS opens production centre in Singapore
The centre will produce EOS’s 100 kilowatt-class laser weapon system for Dutch and Korean customers Australia’s Electro Optic Systems…
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Singapore stocks end lower on Friday, snapping three-day record streak; STI down 0.8%
Singapore stocks ended lower on Friday (Feb 6), paring earlier gains to snap a three-day record run. The benchmark Straits Times Index…
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Singapore: Car Fire Breaks Out at Orchard Towers Carpark, No Injuries Reported
A fire broke out late on Thursday, February 5, at Orchard Towers, sending thick smoke billowing from the mall's third-floor carpark and…
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Singapore ICA Warns of Heavy Congestion at Land Checkpoints During Chinese New Year Travel Period
Travellers heading in and out of Singapore via land checkpoints during the upcoming Chinese New Year period should brace themselves for…
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Singapore: 45-Year-Old Trailer Driver Jailed 24 Weeks Over Fatal Tampines Collision that Killed Cyclist
A trailer driver was sentenced to 24 weeks' jail on Thursday, February 5, for causing the death of a cyclist in a traffic collision at a…
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Singapore: 2 Men to be Charged Over Government Official Impersonation Scam Cases Involving Cash, Jewellery
Two men will be charged in court on Friday, February 6, for their suspected roles in a series of government official impersonation scams…