Singapore Doctor, 29, Charged With Molesting 24-Year-Old Woman at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
The alleged incident took place in a hospital ward in July 2023 and involved a stethoscope. MOH Holdings says the doctor was suspended when the matter came to its attention and has since been dismissed.
Singaporean Goes Missing After Diving Accident in Palau, Search-and-Rescue Operation Underway
A Singapore citizen went missing after a diving accident in Palau on 7 September. Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is assisting the person’s family while staying in contact with Palau authorities over the ongoing search.
American Says Singapore Is ‘More Restrictive Than North Korea’ for Foreign Cars After Modified...
Keith Sinclair says his US-registered Dodge Challenger was rejected twice as he tried to make Singapore the 30th country on his round-the-world drive. The muscle car has been converted for overlanding with additions including cooking and sleeping equipment.
26-Year-Old Pleads Guilty to Driving at Up to 221kmh During 6-Car Singapore Joyride
Jared-Kane Goh drove a Mitsubishi Evo at more than twice the CTE's 90kmh speed limit during an early-morning group drive in 2024. The trip ended in a chain of incidents involving rear-end collisions and another car overturning.
3 Singapore-Registered Cars Allegedly Broken Into at Desaru Waterpark; Resort Steps Up Security
Three Singapore-registered cars, including a Tribecar vehicle, were found with damaged windows at Adventure Waterpark Desaru Coast on 6 September. Desaru Coast has since said it is cooperating with Malaysian police and strengthening security measures.
S$1 Breaks RM3.20 as Singapore Dollar Hits Nearly 3-Month High Against Ringgit
The Singapore dollar climbed to about RM3.207 intraday on 8 September, its strongest level against the Malaysian ringgit since 22 June. The move comes after the SGD/MYR rate rebounded from around RM3.158 at the end of August.
Teen Who Trafficked 124 Kpods and Kicked 84-Year-Old Wheelchair User Gets Reformative Training
The teenager also acted as a cash runner for an overseas money laundering operation, withdrawing S$19,000 from six UOB accounts. He had previously breached probation and was detained at the Singapore Boys' Home.
Singaporean Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter Over 2024 Perth Cyclist Death
Ng Jing Kai was originally charged with murder after a 48-year-old cyclist was hit by his car and dragged for more than 30m in Perth. The 29-year-old is due to be sentenced on 3 November.
Even Sealed Cup Soy Milk Is Subject to Singapore’s 10-Cent BCRS Deposit, NEA Clarifies
A cup of soy milk may not look like the usual bottle or can associated with Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme, but it can still fall under the scheme. NEA says one such product is considered a pre-packaged beverage because it is produced, packed and sealed before reaching retailers.
Mother Sues Preschool After Son Was Allegedly Pushed Off Indoor Slide Twice; Says Teachers...
The mother claims teachers failed to notice several incidents involving her son because they were using their phones or talking. She is also questioning why there were allegedly no safety mats under the 75cm-high slide.
