Fire at Malaysia’s Genting Highlands theme park sparks evacuations: ‘we panicked’
Tourist Hafiz Abdul Halim, 42, who was with his wife, said they became fearful when they realised that there was … Read more
Man recovers $250k from scammers with help from police and Standard Chartered Bank
SINGAPORE – A 56-year-old man who lost $250,000 to a conman posing as a bank worker was able to recover … Read more
Man nearly loses S$250,000 to scammers impersonating bank staff, police officer
SINGAPORE: A man came close to losing S$250,000 (US$185,000) after falling prey to scammers posing as a bank staff member … Read more
Jail for dad in Singapore who chained son in toilet for hours, hit him with hose, for acts such as texting his mum
SINGAPORE, June 14 — On multiple occasions, a man chained his son, aged 10 or 11, to a metal bar … Read more
More fast EV chargers to be deployed at public carparks by 2025
SINGAPORE – By 2025, electric vehicle (EV) owners here will have access to more fast chargers that are located at … Read more
By invitation only: Bhutan PM touts new business city that practises ‘mindful capitalism’, sustainability
THIMPHU, Bhutan: Businesses that want to set up in Bhutan’s new special economic zone will have to do so “by … Read more
Singapore launches blueprint for ‘future design school’ to prepare youths for an AI-centric future
NETWORK OF HIGHER LEARNING INSTITUTES The “future design school” concept comprises a network of Institutes of Higher Learning which will … Read more
NGO Better Dads Malaysia calls for more counsellors to be trained to cope with pressing mental health issues
KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 — The prevalence of mental health problems amongst children continues to be a concerning issue in … Read more
ICA finds cannabis in ‘vegetable substances’ parcel from overseas
SINGAPORE – Officers at the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) have foiled an attempt to smuggle cannabis into Singapore. On May … Read more
Price of construction goods soars 30pc following diesel price hike, says contractors’ association
KUALA LUMPUR, June 14 — The price of goods in the construction sector has surged by nearly 30 per cent … Read more
Singapore to offer carbon tax rebates up to 76% for refiners, petrochemical firms, sources say
Under Singapore’s new taxation rate for carbon emissions, which took effect on January 1, businesses that emit more than 25,000 … Read more
SG Food on Foot | Singapore Food Blog | Best Singapore Food | Singapore Food Reviews: SO DO FUN (蜀都丰) @ Guoco Midtown
With over 100 outlets in China, SO DO FUN (蜀都丰) has newly landed on our island with its first branch … Read more
ST Explains: What are the legal options for SQ321 passengers as SIA makes compensation offers?
SINGAPORE – Offers made by Singapore Airlines (SIA) to compensate the 211 passengers on board turbulence-hit Flight SQ321 are just … Read more
Free EV chargers at Suria KLCC Premium Parking are now operational again
KUALA LUMPUR, June 13 — EV owners can now utilise the EV chargers at Suria KLCC Premium Parking zone once … Read more
Malaysia’s diesel smugglers lament subsidy cut hurting profit – ‘not worth the trouble’
“It’s not worth the trouble, there’s no more money to be made,” said Hisyam, who declined to reveal his full … Read more
Singapore goalkeeper Hassan Sunny ‘amazed’ by Chinese fans but taking outpouring of support with a ‘pinch of salt’
Hassan said he and his teammates were feeling down after the loss to Thailand. But back in the locker room, … Read more
After Anwar’s subsidy reform led to 56pc surge in diesel price, how will Singapore prices be affected?
SINGAPORE, June 13 — Diesel fuel prices across most of Malaysia soared by more than 50 per cent, as the … Read more
QuickCheck: Are the Royal Malaysia Police using TikTok to get recruits?
Understanding the importance of keeping up with the times, the Royal Malaysia Police are active on social media. With their … Read more
S’pore Singer-Influencer Mum-Of-4 Mistakes Morning-After Pill For Abortion Pill, Gets Schooled By TikToker On The Difference
American singer Olivia Rodrigo is set to bring her GUTS World Tour to the Singapore Indoor Stadium for two nights … Read more
Woman, 74, taken to hospital after her car skids in Upper Thomson
SINGAPORE – A 74-year-old driver was injured after her car skidded along Upper Thomson Road on June 12. The police … Read more