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New book uncovers 1,000 years of Malay history in Singapore
A heritage researcher, Mr Sarafian Salleh, 56, will launch his book '1000 Years of Sejarah Melayu in Singapore' on 12 September at The Pod, National Library Board (NLB). The book highlights Singapore's or Temasek's role as an important trading centre in Malay archipelago history, based on Persian explorers' records calling it 'Sabana Emporio'.
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Perennial Living opens Parry Avenue assisted-living project with 200 apartments
Perennial Living opened its Parry Avenue assisted-living development in Singapore in August 2026, offering 200 private apartments with medical care, rehabilitation and social activities under one roof. The S$265 million project is aimed at Singapore's fast-ageing population, with monthly prices from S$8,000 to S$13,000.
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Chinese national admits breaking into ex-boyfriend's home, tried to grab police gun
A 30-year-old Chinese national pleaded guilty on Wednesday to breaking into her ex-boyfriend's mansion on Swettenham Road and attempting to grab a police officer's gun to harm herself. She had also allegedly broken into the same home in September 2024. Sentencing is set for September 15.
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Toddler nearly drowns at SingPost Centre swim class; father jumps in to save him
A three-and-a-half-year-old boy nearly drowned during a swimming lesson at Little Splashes Aquatics' SingPost Centre outlet in Singapore on Sep 6. His father, who had been watching from a viewing area, jumped into the pool to pull him out, and the family has lodged a police report plus complaints with MOM and Sport Singapore. The school has suspended the instructor.
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Driver pleads guilty to dangerous driving after 221 km/h six-car road trip
A 26-year-old man pleaded guilty in Singapore to dangerous driving after a six-car road trip on 27 October 2024, during which he reached 221 km/h on the Central Expressway and caused two collisions. He and a 22-year-old female passenger were injured. The case was adjourned to 14 September for mitigation and sentencing.
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Autistic student Danish Qastalani receives Lee Kuan Yew Exemplary Student Award
Danish Qastalani Mohamad Shahrin, 17, an autistic student, received the Lee Kuan Yew Exemplary Student Award at the University Cultural Centre, National University of Singapore, on 31 August. His mother, Mdm Sapiah Yahaya, 62, is proud that Danish now travels independently by bus and MRT and does vocational training at a hotel in Orchard Road. The award recognises students in government-funded special education schools who overcome challenges.
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Thai label Gentlewoman to open first Singapore store at 313@Somerset on Oct 15
Thai fashion label Gentlewoman will open its first Singapore outlet on Oct 15, 2026, at 313@Somerset on Orchard Road. The Bangkok-founded brand, known for its canvas tote bag, says it plans to expand further in Singapore.
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Tan Kiat How: Artistes may voice humanitarian concerns but must not undermine public order
In Singapore's parliament on Thursday, Senior Minister of State Tan Kiat How said artistes may express humanitarian concerns about international conflicts but must not undermine public order, security or stability in Singapore. He stressed Singapore should not be used by foreigners as a platform for political causes, and that local and foreign artistes must abide by Singapore's laws and arts entertainment licence conditions. He was replying to MP Hazlina Abdul Halim on how authorities distinguish prohibited political advocacy from expressions of humanitarian concern.
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CEO's $468k suit against ex-girlfriend dismissed by High Court
Singapore's High Court dismissed a claim by Chander Agarwal, CEO of India-listed TCI Express, to recover $468,090 he spent on former girlfriend Felicia Lee during their relationship. Senior Judge Lee Seiu Kin ruled most of the sums were gifts, not loans, and that Agarwal had failed to prove two other amounts. The couple met on a flight in 2019 and dated from September 2022 to December 2023.
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Suhaimi Yusof, Gurmit Singh visit Sheikh Haikel after stage 4 cancer news
Singapore rapper and actor Sheikh Haikel has been diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. On Sep. 8, Suhaimi Yusof, Gurmit Singh and Bernard Lee visited him at Hai Ge Ji, the chicken rice restaurant he owns, where his wife Anna Belle Francis and singers Mahani Mohd and Kamaliah Latiff were also present.
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Man, 51, found dead on bench in Jalan Besar alley; police investigating
A 51-year-old man was found motionless on a bench in an alley off Jalan Besar, Singapore, on Sep. 7 and pronounced dead at the scene. Police said they do not suspect foul play and investigations are ongoing. A cleaner had seen the man sleeping there the previous day and called police after finding him unresponsive.
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Man, 32, arrested at Tiong Bahru Plaza after struggle with police; wanted for drug offences
A 32-year-old man was arrested at Tiong Bahru Plaza on Sep. 7 during a routine police patrol. He was found to be wanted for drug-related offences and had a vaporiser in his possession. He struggled during the arrest and was subdued with necessary force; the case has been referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau and the Health Sciences Authority.
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Six men to be charged for separate molestation cases across Singapore
Six men aged 23 to 76 will be charged on Sep. 10 for separate cases of outrage of modesty in Singapore. The incidents occurred between May 2025 and July 2026 at locations including Victoria Street, Bayfront Avenue, and Boat Quay. Police arrested the men either at the scene or after follow-up investigations.
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SDP raises concern over charges against Jolovan Wham and Elijah Tay
Singapore Democratic Party chair Paul Tambyah said the party has deep concerns about police action against activists Jolovan Wham and Elijah Tay. Wham, 46, was handed five new charges on Sep 7, while Tay, 24, was charged on Sep 9 with nine offences, the most of a group of six. The charges relate to unauthorised candlelight vigils near Changi Prison in 2024 and 2025 and an assembly at the State Courts against capital punishment.
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Tampines hoarder sleeps in corridor; neighbours cite safety, hygiene worries
Residents of a Tampines Avenue 2 block are concerned about a neighbour who has been hoarding items in his flat for years, forcing him to sleep in the corridor or stairwell. The man, who has diabetes and vision loss, says he is cleaning gradually, but neighbours have called police multiple times.
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Cef Bob steps down as operator of Rahsia Bidadari kopitiam after five months of losses
Celebrity chef Shahrizal Salleh, known as Cef Bob, has relinquished his role as the main tenant and operator of the halal kopitiam Rahsia Bidadari at Alkaff Crescent. The premises has been renamed Seng Kee Kopitiam after just five months of operation due to continued financial losses, negative feedback over smoke from a satay stall, and a tenant leaving abruptly.
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WP MP Gerald Giam and Defence Minister Chan meet residents at Bedok Reservoir coffee shop
Workers' Party MP Gerald Giam hosted Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing at Bedok Reservoir in his Aljunied ward over the weekend. The two met at Happy Hawkers coffee shop during Giam's weekly estate walk, discussing estate improvements and hearing feedback from residents and stallholders.
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Tampines brick-faced HDB blocks to be painted over to fix seepage, drawing heritage criticism
An eight-block HDB project at Tampines Street 45, known for its exposed brick facade, is slated for a repair-and-paint exercise to address water seepage. Residents are voting on three colour schemes until Sept 13, while some residents and heritage advocates oppose painting over the distinctive brickwork entirely.
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K-pop group Izna to hold first Singapore concert at Capitol Theatre on Nov 8
K-pop girl group Izna will perform their first-ever concert in Singapore on November 8 at the Capitol Theatre. The show is part of their 'Who Dat Girl?' tour, which begins in South Korea on September 19. Tickets go on sale on September 12, priced between S$160 and S$280.
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Singapore's first international Tamil theatre festival 'Nadagamik' concludes with workshops and performances
Singapore's first international Tamil theatre festival, 'Nadagamik', was held from August 20 to 30, featuring five foreign and three local plays. The festival, organized by the Agam theatre group, also included workshops for emerging artists and enthusiasts of all ages, such as 'Therukoothu 101', 'Vimneengal', 'The Art of Micro Drama', and 'Clowning'.
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Chinese national jailed 8 months for grabbing S$50,000 from friend at Orchard Hotel
A 28-year-old Chinese national, Zhao Ziqi, was sentenced to eight months' jail for stealing S$50,000 from a friend at Orchard Hotel in Singapore. Zhao had asked to borrow the money, claiming gambling losses, but grabbed the cash and fled with his cousin. Police arrested the pair at Changi Airport as they tried to leave Singapore.
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Cinnabon to close last Singapore outlet at Ion Orchard on Sep 22
Cinnabon will close its last Singapore outlet at Ion Orchard on September 22, ending its latest chapter in the country. The announcement was made via Instagram on Tuesday. The brand's earlier outlets at Raffles City Shopping Centre and Jewel Changi Airport have already closed.
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Hot weather and haze cut hawker centre crowds by up to 30 per cent
Singapore's recent hot weather and haze have reduced foot traffic at public hawker centres, with stall owners reporting business drops of 20 to 30 per cent. Some vendors are considering wearing masks and reducing supplies if conditions worsen. The air pollution index across the country ranged from 70 to 88, considered moderate.
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Man earns S$80 returning bottles collected from dormitories to Tampines recycling machine
A 40-year-old Filipino worker in Singapore has earned close to S$80 by collecting and returning beverage bottles and cans to a BCRS machine in Tampines. He collects the items at his dormitory at night and says he wants to help keep the environment clean.