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Missing Singaporean woman found in Cambodia says she was not forced into scam activities

Aishah Siregar said in a video that she went to Cambodia to work as an English teacher.

Government will continue to invest in infrastructure, education for Singaporeans: PM Wong

He was speaking at the reopening of Fuchun Community Club in Marsiling on Aug 1.

Singapore deepens Latin America ties as MERCOSUR trade pact takes effect for Brazil

The agreement comes as Singapore and Brazil prepare to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2027.

ASEAN and China must continue to strengthen collaborations: Chee Hong Tat

Singapore and China cooperation has shown how countries can co-create solutions.

Singapore's aquaculture farms get productivity boost through digital technology

From AI-powered shrimp feeding to digital farm records, Singapore's aquaculture sector is embracing technology to improve efficiency and strengthen local seafood production.

Mamamoo 4ward concert in Singapore: Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein and Hwasa prove why they're the vocal queens of K-pop

K-pop girl group Mamamoo staged their 4ward concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Friday (Jul 31).

Massive Attack band members barred from re-entering Singapore over support for political cause, unfurling of foreign flag at concert

The band held up a Palestinian flag during a concert on Jul 19. Singapore does not allow the public display of foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption.

For a day, anyone could create and spread fake Singapore satellite images. Then Google backtracked

A new Google Earth AI-generation feature has been pulled after backlash and concerns over disinformation risks.

Is walking your dog enough? Inside Singapore's dog gym that's changing canine fitness

A gym for dogs? Not quite Hyrox-level training, but Barker & Pooch offers tailored fitness programmes for canines, using custom-built inclined treadmills, swim sessions and post-workout recovery to help them lead...

Years after working together, three former colleagues reunited to design a home in Singapore

Their shared history and easy rapport allowed the house to evolve naturally, resulting in light-filled spaces designed for gatherings, everyday comfort and the family's treasured belongings.

Jul 31, 2026LocalRead brief

Why older men may be particularly vulnerable to suicide in Singapore

From retirement and declining health to shrinking social circles, older men can face a combination of life changes that experts say may increase their vulnerability to suicide.

Aug 1, 2026LocalRead brief

More students can pursue mother tongue languages under expanded programme from 2027

The Ministry of Education will expand Tamil and Chinese language elective programmes and the Malay (Special Programme), giving more students opportunities to deepen their learning of mother tongue languages.

Drier conditions expected in Singapore in first half of August, after rainy end to July

Daily max temperatures are likely to range between 33 deg C and 34 deg C on most days, with nights being warm and humid.

TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi urges NTU doctoral graduates to 'actively seek the unknown' at conferment ceremony

In a 10-minute speech at the ceremony, the 43-year-old Singaporean spoke about his upbringing in Yio Chu Kang, his early encounters with technology to eventually leading the social media platform.

5 Singapore hotels to check into for the National Day long weekend

From neighbourhood stays in Chinatown and Selegie to a quieter Sentosa escape, these hotels offer plenty of reasons to play tourist at home over the SG61 long weekend.

Missing Singaporean woman who unexpectedly left for Cambodia found safe

The family of 20-year-old Aishah Siregar discovered that she transferred hundreds of dollars to an unknown person in the days before she travelled to Cambodia without informing them.

New guide lays out how Singapore boards should oversee AI

The 116-page guide offers suggestions such as how to assess AI investments and manage risks.

One person dead, two firefighters injured in Clementi flat fire

Two firefighters suffered burn injuries during the operation and were taken to Singapore General Hospital.

Jul 31, 2026HealthRead brief

Singapore-based lab to produce clinical trial doses for potential new Ebola vaccine

Hilleman Laboratories secures up to US$8.5m in funding from global health body CEPI to develop, produce Ebola vaccine candidate

Health

National space agency aims to set up satellite mission operations centre by first half of 2027

Satellite mission planning and tasking, space situational awareness capabilities and a multi-agency coordination platform will be housed in the National Space Agency of Singapore's new operations centre.

2 Massive Attack members given warnings, banned from re-entering S'pore over Palestinian flag display

IMDA will also not grant any future application for performances by the trip hop band in Singapore.

Community Pulse

Missing Singaporean woman found in Cambodia says she was not forced into scam activities

Aishah Siregar said in a video that she went to Cambodia to work as an English teacher.

Government will continue to invest in infrastructure, education for Singaporeans: PM Wong

He was speaking at the reopening of Fuchun Community Club in Marsiling on Aug 1.

Singapore deepens Latin America ties as MERCOSUR trade pact takes effect for Brazil

The agreement comes as Singapore and Brazil prepare to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2027.

ASEAN and China must continue to strengthen collaborations: Chee Hong Tat

Singapore and China cooperation has shown how countries can co-create solutions.

Singapore's aquaculture farms get productivity boost through digital technology

From AI-powered shrimp feeding to digital farm records, Singapore's aquaculture sector is embracing technology to improve efficiency and strengthen local seafood production.

Mamamoo 4ward concert in Singapore: Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein and Hwasa prove why they're the vocal queens of K-pop

K-pop girl group Mamamoo staged their 4ward concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Friday (Jul 31).

Massive Attack band members barred from re-entering Singapore over support for political cause, unfurling of foreign flag at concert

The band held up a Palestinian flag during a concert on Jul 19. Singapore does not allow the public display of foreign national emblems without a permit or exemption.

For a day, anyone could create and spread fake Singapore satellite images. Then Google backtracked

A new Google Earth AI-generation feature has been pulled after backlash and concerns over disinformation risks.

Is walking your dog enough? Inside Singapore's dog gym that's changing canine fitness

Years after working together, three former colleagues reunited to design a home in Singapore

Their shared history and easy rapport allowed the house to evolve naturally, resulting in light-filled spaces designed for gatherings, everyday comfort and the family's treasured belongings.

Jul 31, 2026LocalRead brief

Why older men may be particularly vulnerable to suicide in Singapore

From retirement and declining health to shrinking social circles, older men can face a combination of life changes that experts say may increase their vulnerability to suicide.

Aug 1, 2026LocalRead brief

More students can pursue mother tongue languages under expanded programme from 2027

Drier conditions expected in Singapore in first half of August, after rainy end to July

Daily max temperatures are likely to range between 33 deg C and 34 deg C on most days, with nights being warm and humid.

TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi urges NTU doctoral graduates to 'actively seek the unknown' at conferment ceremony

In a 10-minute speech at the ceremony, the 43-year-old Singaporean spoke about his upbringing in Yio Chu Kang, his early encounters with technology to eventually leading the social media platform.

5 Singapore hotels to check into for the National Day long weekend

From neighbourhood stays in Chinatown and Selegie to a quieter Sentosa escape, these hotels offer plenty of reasons to play tourist at home over the SG61 long weekend.

Missing Singaporean woman who unexpectedly left for Cambodia found safe

The family of 20-year-old Aishah Siregar discovered that she transferred hundreds of dollars to an unknown person in the days before she travelled to Cambodia without informing them.

New guide lays out how Singapore boards should oversee AI

The 116-page guide offers suggestions such as how to assess AI investments and manage risks.

One person dead, two firefighters injured in Clementi flat fire

Two firefighters suffered burn injuries during the operation and were taken to Singapore General Hospital.

Jul 31, 2026HealthRead brief

Singapore-based lab to produce clinical trial doses for potential new Ebola vaccine

Hilleman Laboratories secures up to US$8.5m in funding from global health body CEPI to develop, produce Ebola vaccine candidate

Health

National space agency aims to set up satellite mission operations centre by first half of 2027

2 Massive Attack members given warnings, banned from re-entering S'pore over Palestinian flag display

IMDA will also not grant any future application for performances by the trip hop band in Singapore.

Health, Food and Lifestyle

Mamamoo 4ward concert in Singapore: Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein and Hwasa prove why they're the vocal queens of K-pop

K-pop girl group Mamamoo staged their 4ward concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on Friday (Jul 31).

Is walking your dog enough? Inside Singapore's dog gym that's changing canine fitness