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LTA: North-South Corridor works hit hard rock and water seepage at Novena, Thomson
Singapore's Land Transport Authority said tunnelling for the North-South Corridor has run into unexpected ground conditions at Novena and Thomson, including hard rock and underground water seepage. At Novena crews are digging the northbound tunnel section by section just 1m below the operating North-South MRT line, while in Thomson harder rock was found about 10m closer to the surface than expected. LTA said it is monitoring progress and will update the completion timeline later; the corridor was previously slated to open in phases from 2027.
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All PCF Sparkletots preschools to offer three mother tongues from 2027
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong announced that all PCF Sparkletots preschools will offer Chinese, Malay and Tamil from 2027, expanding mother-tongue learning across 350 centres nationwide. He said nearly 40,000 children will benefit, speaking at an event at One Punggol.
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Young Lions blend youth with experience as Izwan Mahbud returns
Young Lions open their Singapore Premier League season against FC Jurong at Jalan Besar Stadium on 13 September. Coach Firdaus Kassim said the side is mixing young players with experienced additions, including goalkeeper Izwan Mahbud, who returns to the national development squad.
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Bagan Datuk fishing villages, sunflower garden and Sky Mirror draw visitors
Bagan Datuk in Perak, about three hours from Kuala Lumpur, is being promoted as a quieter coastal getaway. Attractions include the Bagan Sungai Burung fishing village, a 1.5-hectare sunflower garden, the Sungai Burung Aquarium and the Sky Mirror at Beting Beras Basah, a sandbank reached by a 15-minute boat ride from Bagan Datuk jetty.
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Ilanthamizh Vizha brings student contests to Singapore's National Library
The Ilanthamizh Mandram held its Ilanthamizh Vizha at the National Library Board building in Singapore on Sunday, September 6. Colouring and riddle contests were held for preschool and secondary students, with prizes given out from 4pm. Singapore Tamil Movement president R. Selvaraju was the guest of honour.
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110 join 5km family walk at East Coast Park for Singapore's 61st National Day
About 110 people took part in a 5km family walk at East Coast Park on August 9 to mark Singapore's 61st National Day. The event was organised by the Ngee Ann Polytechnic Alumni Association, PSA Crescent Student Association and the Walk2Meet walking group. Breakfast and commemorative caps were given to participants at the end.
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North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles from Wonsan area
North Korea launched several short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area toward the sea off its east coast early Saturday, South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff said. The missiles flew about 250km and were tracked by South Korean and US authorities, who shared information with Japan. Seoul convened an emergency security meeting and urged Pyongyang to stop the launches, calling them a violation of UN Security Council resolutions.
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Lorry driver jailed 23 months over Nicoll Avenue crash that left cabbie disabled
A lorry driver who ran a red light at Nicoll Avenue and collided with a taxi was jailed 23 months and disqualified from driving for eight years. The taxi driver, 56, was permanently disabled by his injuries and died two years later, though the court found no indication the death was caused by the accident.
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Social worker Saleha Rashidi wins Merit Award at SSP 2026
Saleha Rashidi, manager of Rise Above Transitional House at 1 St George's Lane, Singapore, received a Merit Award at the Social Service Professionals Awards 2026 on 11 September. The centre, Singapore's first secular halfway house for former female offenders, has helped more than 130 women and their families since it began operating in 2023.
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Tamil debate at Pek Kio CC: innovation or tradition for Singapore?
A special Tamil debate will be held on the second floor of Pek Kio Community Centre at 21 Gloucester Road, Singapore, on Saturday, September 12, starting at 6.30pm after refreshments at 5.30pm. The motion asks whether Singapore's next phase of growth needs innovative thinking or traditional values, with Yusof Rawther Rajid as judge. Admission is free.
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RLAF collects funds at 70 Singapore mosques for Nepal-Tibet flood victims
The Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation (RLAF) is running a donation drive at 70 mosques in Singapore until 14 September to help victims of floods along the Nepal-Tibet border that struck on 26 August. Acting Minister for Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad urged Singapore's Muslim community to give after joining a collection at Masjid Al-Istighfar on 11 September. RLAF expects to raise more than $200,000 and says the response so far has been encouraging.
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NParks removes six unhealthy tembusu trees at MacRitchie Reservoir Park
Six tembusu trees at MacRitchie Reservoir Park were removed by NParks on Sept 2 after inspections found them unhealthy, with decay and structural defects. The removals came to light after a Nature Society Singapore forum member posted photos of the stumps near the Paddle Lodge. NParks says native species will be planted to replace the trees.
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Third MOE Outdoor Adventure School campus opens on Kusu Island
A new 12-hectare campus of Singapore's Outdoor Adventure School (OBS) was officially opened on Kusu Island on Friday. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong opened the site, the school's third branch after Pulau Ubin and East Coast. By 2030 all secondary school students are to attend an outdoor adventure camp.
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Toei Animation store to open at Jewel Changi Airport on Oct 3
An official Toei Animation store will open at Jewel Changi Airport on Oct 3, taking over the space left by the One Piece-themed Mugiwara Store, which closed on Aug 31. The store will sell merchandise from Dragon Ball, One Piece, Digimon Adventure and Girls Band Cry, and will include photo spots, interactive experiences and a gacha-style photo-strip machine at S$3.50 per pull.
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Hougang United open SPL campaign against Lion City Sailors at Bishan
Hougang United begin their Singapore Premier League (SPL) campaign against defending champions Lion City Sailors at Bishan Stadium on 12 September. Head coach Akbar Nawas wants to build a lasting football structure and identity, while Sailors start the season without a head coach. Forward Jaushua Sotirio is expected to be key to Hougang's chances.
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New book on life in Occupied Singapore to launch at National Library on Sept 12
A new book, Remembering Syonan: 80 Objects From Occupied Singapore, tells the story of everyday life under the Japanese Occupation through personal artefacts such as labour identity booklets, ration cards and Sook Ching documents. It is co-authored by collectors Benjamin Seet and Dominic Tan and will be launched at the National Library on Sept 12, 81 years after the formal Japanese surrender.
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True Fitness and True Yoga placed under provisional liquidation in Singapore
True Fitness and True Yoga have been placed under provisional liquidation effective Sep. 10, 2026, with all clubs ceasing operations immediately. The Singapore gym and yoga chain, operated by True Singapore Group, faces net liabilities exceeding S$64 million, affecting members and staff. Extraordinary general meetings are scheduled for Oct. 7 to propose a voluntary winding-up.
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OBS opens largest campus on Coney Island with wheelchair-accessible elements
Outward Bound Singapore opened its largest campus on Coney Island on Sept 11, featuring over 70 high-adventure elements including wheelchair-accessible ones. The 12-ha site, opened by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, will let OBS accommodate the entire Secondary 3 cohort by 2030. The $250 million project was first announced in 2016 and faced delays.
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Kavimalai's Beach Road Poetry Walk held at East Coast Park
Kavimalai's 'Beach Road Poetry Walk' took place at East Coast Park in Singapore last Saturday (Sept 5) from 5pm to 9pm. About 55 people, including members of the public, poets, writers and junior college students, joined the event, which began with a 5km walk before open-air poetry readings and discussion.
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Masjid Alkaff Kampung Melayu plans upgrading to expand facilities, preserve heritage
Masjid Alkaff Kampung Melayu on Bedok Reservoir Road, Singapore, is planning an upgrading project to accommodate a growing and ageing congregation. The project will add prayer space and provide facilities for the elderly, families and people with special needs, while preserving the mosque's identity and heritage.
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Jamiyah Singapore holds Mega Selawat on 19 September at Singapore Expo
Jamiyah Singapore will hold its Maulidur Rasul 2026/1448H gathering on 19 September 2026 at Hall 2B, Singapore Expo. The event themed 'Kekasih Allah, Inspirasi Ummah' features preachers from Malaysia and Singapore and three regional nasyid groups. Admission is free and the public is encouraged to register via QR code.
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Cyclist, 43, says he was pushed off bicycle and punched at Bedok North
A 43-year-old man says he was pushed off his bicycle and punched several times along a bicycle path at Block 123 Bedok North Street 2 on Sep 8. He was taken to Changi General Hospital for an X-ray, and a 27-year-old man is assisting police with investigations.
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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.