Singapore Muslims to celebrate Hari Raya Puasa on Mar 31: Mufti
Muslims in Singapore will celebrate Hari Raya Puasa on Monday (Mar 31), announced the Mufti of Singapore, Dr Nazirudin Mohd Nasir.
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Woman fined S$18,000 for evading GST on luxury goods after posting about Europe haul online
A 27-year-old woman was fined S$18,000 (US$13,400) on Thursday (Mar 27) for fraudulent evasion of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on 17 items acquired during an overseas trip last year.
Baby boom at Singapore's wildlife parks includes first penguin chicks, endangered species
Nearly 1,000 animals were born or hatched at four of Singapore's wildlife parks last year, providing an added boost for species under threat.
Man to be charged with stealing passenger’s wallet on flight to Singapore
A 30-year-old man will be charged in court on Thursday (Mar 27) for allegedly stealing a passenger’s wallet onboard a flight to Singapore and using her debit card at Changi Airport.
Filmgarde Cineplexes exits cinema industry after closing last outlet at Leisure Park Kallang
Filmgarde Cineplexes said on Tuesday (Mar 25) that it had exited the cinema industry after the closure of its last outlet at Leisure Park Kallang. The announcement was made in a post on social media.
Cold Storage: From its beginnings in 1900s Singapore to being sold to a Malaysian company in 2025
Cold Storage has been a household name in Singapore for 120 years. Now, the supermarket chain is set to embark on a new chapter. CNA takes a look back at the history of Cold Storage, tracing its journey from a small retail depot.
26-year-old man arrested in Cavenagh Road drug raid; 6.9kg of cannabis seized
Nearly 7kg of cannabis was seized in a drug raid that saw a 26-year-old man arrested, the Central Narcotics Bureau said in a news release on Friday (Mar 21).
Economists maintain Singapore’s 2025 growth forecast at 2.6%: MAS survey
Private sector economists have maintained their growth forecast for Singapore's economy this year at 2.6 per cent. This is lower than the 4.4 per cent growth recorded last year.
Building and Construction Authority to get new chairman on Apr 1
Professor Tan Thiam Soon from the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) will be appointed chairman of the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) with effect from Apr 1.
At least S$1.7 million lost to scams involving impersonation of MAS, insurance representatives
At least S$1.7 million have been lost so far this year to scams involving the impersonation of officers from the Monetary Authority of Singapore as well as representatives from NTUC Union, Income Insurance and UnionPay.
Heritage medallions, Merlion blind box: Singapore Mint launches SG60 commemorative collection
The Singapore Mint on Thursday (Mar 13) unveiled a special collection to mark Singapore’s 60th anniversary, featuring medallions, bookmarks and figurines.
Interest rate for CPF Special, Medisave and Retirement accounts to remain at 4% in Q2 2025
The interest rate for Central Provident Fund (CPF) Special, MediSave and Retirement accounts (SMRA) will remain at 4 per cent per annum in the second quarter of 2025, the CPF Board said on Wednesday (Mar 12).
Heavy traffic expected at Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints during March school holidays, Hari Raya Puasa
Travellers can expect congestion at the Singapore-Malaysia land checkpoints during the March school holidays and Hari Raya Puasa long weekend, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said on Friday (Mar 7).
Can Singaporeans reverse ageing? Longevity clinics think so
As a country, Singapore has frequently reinvented itself – so why shouldn’t its people? At 53 years of age, Lim Tiat has done just that, working out and eating consciously such that biomarker tests put his biological age at around 32.
Interview with Reese Khoo on being a freelance piano teacher
Reese has been playing the piano for as long as she can remember. She is now a freelance piano teacher and has never looked back.
The Future of Food: Can we feed 8.8 billion people sustainably?
By 2034, the global population is projected to rise nearly 10 per cent to 8.8 billion. Against this backdrop, The Future of Food – a series of events exploring what we are likely to be eating 10 years from today, has returned for its fourth edition.
Red roses reign, but alternatives are blooming
Roses are red. Violets are blue. Is your Valentine’s Day bouquet traditional or new? Roses, particularly red ones, have long been synonymous with Valentine’s Day.
10 ways to woo your lover – Valentine’s Day outings you won’t forget
This Valentine’s Day, take a break from tradition. Skip the ubiquitous sit-down dinner and roses and take the creative route – from a surprise yacht cruise to an adventure in wonderland or even dinner in the dark.
Interview with Frank on struggling to socialise and being "different"
I interviewed Frank (not his real name) on the challenges he faced with socialising with people.
Pope Francis offers Hope in a fractured world
In 1927, failure by a family to sell their belongings in time for their voyage to Argentina may have saved their lives...This family comprised the grandparents and soon-to-be father of Pope Francis.
3 top sustainable eco-chic staycations in Singapore
Sustainable travel has taken centre stage in today’s tourism landscape. An impressive 96.4 per cent of Singaporeans value eco-travel, indicated the 2024 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report by Trip.com Group.
Interview with Claudia Chua on being financially independent since 17
Coming from a less well-off family, it wasn't a surprise to Claudia when her parents stopped giving her allowance when she was 17.
Auspicious celebrations at the Raffles
As families gear up for the arrival of the wood snake in 2025, look no further than the grand dame – Raffles Hotel Singapore – for a celebration that blends old-world charm and contemporary luxury.
Is ‘brain rot’ taking over your life?
With the term first gaining traction during the Covid-19 pandemic, brain rot captures the zeitgeist of a generation constantly plugged into screens. Despite its sardonic name, it is worth noting that social media is not inherently bad.
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