SFA Steps Up Cabbage Testing After Reports of Formaldehyde Use in China
The Singapore Food Agency said it has increased surveillance and testing of cabbages after reports that formaldehyde was allegedly used on cabbages in China. SFA has not said that any unsafe cabbage has been detected in Singapore.
GetGo Users Can Now Drive Rental Cars Into Malaysia Without Visiting Rental Shops
GetGo has launched a cross-border feature allowing eligible users to take selected GetGo cars from Singapore into West Malaysia, including Johor Bahru, Cameron Highlands and Kuala Lumpur. The service requires bookings of at least 12 hours and adds a capped surcharge on top of normal time charges.
Marina Square Mall To Close In 2027 For Major Redevelopment With New Homes, Hotel...
Marina Square Shopping Mall will shut on 31 March 2027 for a major transformation of the Marina Square complex. The existing mall will be upgraded while three new towers and a public park are added to the site.
Singapore Man Collects Over S$1,000 From Discarded Cans And Bottles Under BCRS
A 53-year-old man has been cycling around areas including Geylang and Tanjong Pagar after work to collect empty drink containers for 10-cent refunds under Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme. He said he usually earns S$10 to S$20 a day through the scheme.
Welfare Officer Fined S$8,000 for Ill-Treating 10-Year-Old Boy Under His Care
The officer, who cannot be named due to a gag order protecting the child, used vulgarities and physically pushed the boy during an incident at a welfare home. The court said he abused his authority and betrayed the role entrusted to him.
