SINGAPORE: Three of the seven suspects charged over the murder of a 31-year-old man at Orchard Towers have had their charges reduced. Tan Hong Sheng, 22, Chan Jia Xing, 26, and 25-year-old Loo Boon Chong had their murder charges withdrawn on Thursday (Jul 11) as the seven returned to court. Advertisement Advertisement They are now charged with
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SINGAPORE: The chief officer of a tanker involved in receiving US$2.6 million (S$3.5 million) worth of gas oil stolen from Shell’s Pulau Bukom refinery was on Thursday (Jul 11) sentenced to jail for two-and-a-half years. Vietnamese national Dang Van Hanh, 38, is the first person to plead guilty in the “unprecedented” case of misappropriation, which involved two syndicates
SINGAPORE: Two Singaporeans were charged in court on Thursday (Jul 11) for conspiring to cheat DBS Bank, Malayan Bank (Singapore) and Standard Chartered Bank (Singapore) in the application of more than S$1.7 million in business loans. Tan You Jia, 48, and Lee Beng Yong, 50, also allegedly bribed two bank officers. Advertisement Advertisement Police had
SINGAPORE: Imagine going back at the end of the day to a home where you can enjoy round-the-clock butler service, stellar views of the city and even your own garden and pool, situated 62 floors above ground. British billionaire James Dyson, the mogul behind the bagless vacuum cleaner and the Supersonic hairdryer, will soon get
SINGAPORE: The government is taking steps to make sure that Singaporeans, both young and old, will have the fundamental skills and attributes to thrive in the digital age. This was the theme for this year’s Ministry of Communications and Information’s (MCI) Workplan Seminar, and everyone – from primary schools students to Merdeka Generation seniors – are
SINGAPORE: A new programme aimed at grooming high-growth businesses here was launched by Enterprise Singapore on Wednesday (Jul 10), with 25 companies, including household names Jumbo Group and Koufu, making the cut for the pioneer batch. First announced during Budget 2019, the Scale-up SG programme aims to help companies with attributes such as proven track records,
SINGAPORE: Esther Chia is a health-conscious homemaker — she has a water filtration system at home that cost her more than S$2,000, and it also makes her water alkaline. When she is out with her family, she always buys them bottled water. Her eldest daughter, in particular, drinks only from mineral water brand Evian. Advertisement
SINGAPORE: Three men were jailed on Wednesday (Jul 10) after making more than S$8 million from insider trading over seven years, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said in a media release. Leong Chee Wai, E Seck Peng Simon and Toh Chew Leong carried out a front-running arrangement over a period of seven years, the court
SINGAPORE: A Group B Streptococcus (GBS) bacteria strain that caused an outbreak of fish-borne blood poisoning in 2015 is widespread in Southeast Asia, said researchers at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) who identified the pathogen. The strain, called ST283, had landed more than 160 people in hospital with fever and invasive infections, such as meningitis, after they consumed
SINGAPORE: National Day Parade (NDP) 2019 themed-trains will run until Aug 18 to celebrate Singapore’s 54th birthday, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced on Wednesday (Jul 10). Four trains on the North-South East-West, North East, Circle and Downtown lines will be redecorated with red and white stars. Advertisement Advertisement There will also be posters and banners featuring well-known Singaporeans, such as
SINGAPORE: British billionaire James Dyson, inventor of the bagless vacuum cleaner, has bought Singapore’s most expensive penthouse, official records show. The three-story penthouse – once valued at S$100 million - sits on the 62nd to 64th floor, is equipped with a private pool and located in the heart of Singapore’s financial district. Advertisement Advertisement Dyson announced
SINGAPORE: Four women and two men were arrested over the sale of counterfeit luxury goods and apparel during raids at Far East Plaza, police said on Tuesday (Jul 9). The suspects, aged between 26 and 54, were arrested on Sunday when officers from the Criminal Investigation Department raided seven retail outlets, police said in a news
SINGAPORE: Temasek Holdings on Tuesday (Jul 9) reported a record net portfolio value for the last financial year – its third in a row – despite pulling back its pace of investment to navigate a tough environment. The Singapore state investment firm said that it will stay cautious looking ahead, and warned of lower returns expectations
SINGAPORE: The driver of an SBS bus was taken to hospital after the vehicle mounted a road divider in Simei on Tuesday (Jul 9), causing two lanes to be closed to traffic. In a dashcam video sent by a CNA reader, the bus can be seen atop the divider in the centre of the four-lane road. Advertisement
SINGAPORE: Stamford Catering has had its food hygiene grade cut to “C” after 52 people fell ill with gastroenteritis symptoms. One person was hospitalised after consuming the food on Mar 2. All of those affected have since recovered, said the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Tuesday (Jul 9) in a notice on its website. Advertisement Advertisement Authorities inspected Stamford Catering’s premises
SINGAPORE: Four Airbus A380 planes from the Singapore Airlines (SIA) fleet ”will require inspections”, the airline said on Tuesday (Jul 9) in response to CNA’s queries. This comes after a European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) proposal was released on Jul 5 to issue an airworthiness directive (AD) regarding reports of cracks found in a part of the wings
SINGAPORE: A man labelled a “sexual predator” by the prosecution was sentenced to four years and three months’ jail, and six strokes of the cane for his sexual offences against five adolescents. Muhammad Arif Mohamad, 26, had preyed on the five boys aged between 12 and 14 between February 2015 and April 2017. Advertisement Advertisement He
SINGAPORE: A mathematics tuition teacher who molested a 15-year-old student in his class at least five times was sentenced on Tuesday (Jul 9) to two years and one month’s jail and six strokes of the cane. The 48-year-old Indonesian man, who is also a Singapore permanent resident, cannot be named due to a gag order. Advertisement
SINGAPORE: A committee that reviews electoral division boundaries ahead of a General Election (GE) has not yet been formed, Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun Sing said on Monday (Jul 8). He had responded in a written answer to Workers’ Party (WP) Member of Parliament (MP) Pritam Singh, who had asked Prime Minister Lee Hsien
SINGAPORE: Members of Parliament (MPs) on Monday (Jul 8) urged authorities to speed up the removal of discretionary right turns at all junctions, arguing that they have led to numerous fatal accidents and are “fundamentally problematic”. This comes as Parliament passed amendments to the Road Traffic Act, which introduced harsher penalties for dangerous and careless
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Monday (Jul 8) reaffirmed warm and friendly relations between Singapore and Armenia, during an official visit to the Istana by Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. In a Facebook post on Monday, Mr Lee said Singapore’s national flower, the Vanda Miss Joaquim was a testament to the close historical ties
SINGAPORE: Merdeka Generation (MG) members who have yet to receive their MG cards will be able to enjoy discounts at FairPrice, Foodfare and Kopitiam by presenting valid documentation, NTUC announced on Monday (Jul 8). Members can produce their NRIC cards, PAssion Silver Concession cards or their letter of eligibility to get the discount until Jul 31,
Singapore The suspect allegedly used the fake S$50 notes on at least two occasions to buy items of “low value”, said police. Property seized by the police, including S$50 notes believed to be counterfeits and a printer, as well as printing paper and apparel. (Photo: Singapore Police Force) 08 Jul 2019 10:08PM (Updated: 08 Jul 2019
SINGAPORE: All drones operating in Singapore will have to be registered by the end of this year, while pilots of “large or capable drones” will have to be licensed. “This will ensure that drone operators are made aware of their responsibilities and undertake to conduct their activities in a responsible manner,” said Senior Minister of State
SINGAPORE: With sound fundamentals, a strong fiscal position and good progress in the restructuring of the economy, Singapore is well-placed to weather looming clouds that include a protracted trade conflict between the United States and China, said Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing on Monday (Jul 8). Nevertheless, the Government is closely monitoring all
SINGAPORE: Seventy-eight people aged between 19 and 85 were arrested in a six-day operation targeting vice and gambling activities, police said on Sunday (Jul 7). Thirty-eight women were nabbed for offences under the Women’s Charter, it said in a news release, while three men were caught for immigration-related offences. Advertisement Advertisement Twenty-seven men and 10 women were arrested
SINGAPORE: Back in 2016, the three major Singapore telcos - Singtel, StarHub and M1 - held various meetings with investors and shareholders, reassuring them that a fourth telco would not be a threat to their businesses. They told the market that it is not a problem, two analysts recalled. The incumbents had felt that if a new
SINGAPORE: Singaporean online fashion darling Love, Bonito recently opened its largest physical store in Funan Centre. This is the brand’s third brick-and-mortar store in Singapore, bringing the total in the region to 19. Advertisement Advertisement It is an oddity when you consider that more retailers have moved online with the explosion of online shopping and
LONDON: Paul Pogba has been included in Manchester United’s squad for their pre-season tour to Australia, Singapore and China despite the France star’s apparent desire to leave the Premier League club. It had been claimed Pogba might refuse to make the trip amid reports the midfielder is keen to force a move away from Old Trafford.
SINGAPORE: The port of Singapore has served as a focal point for trade and cargo, bringing life to the city and contributing immensely to the Singapore’s economy. The new Tuas Mega Port, when completed, will be strategic in helping Singapore cope with the anticipated growth in container volume and enhance its position as the leading