Man who climbed into neighbour’s home to molest woman gets 7 months’ jail
[Straits Times] - 03/5/2025
When he was caught, the offender urinated in fear and pleaded with the victim not to call the police.
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S’pore to get new regulations to tackle online sale of non-compliant mobility devices
Senior Parliamentary Secretary Baey Yam Keng said more details will be released later in 2025.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Circle Line train services back to normal after delays on 10-station stretch due to train fault
SMRT said the train fault happened between the Paya Lebar and MacPherson stations at around 3.55pm.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Task force recommends capping run times, extending drivers’ meal breaks to improve bus safety
It also recommended equipping all public buses with technology like collision warning systems.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
HDB resale prices will stabilise as more flats enter market, cooling measures take effect: MND
There will be a significant jump in the number of new flats reaching their minimum occupation period in 2025.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Traffic Police reviewing breath, blood alcohol limits to tackle drink driving
MHA told ST that more details about the new legal limits will be announced at a later date.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Journalism a two-way street, readers have as much of a stake in it: ST editor
Editor of The Straits Times Jaime Ho addressed junior college students with other panellists on ST's coverage.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Silver Housing Bonus to be extended to more private home owners who right-size to HDB flats
About $61 million in SHB has been disbursed to 2,535 HDB households as at Dec 31, 2024.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
Woman opened bank accounts that received over $711m, admits not knowing sources of funds
Zin Nwe Nyunt earned commissions totalling more than $170,000.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
No basic looks here: Singapore’s youth embrace bold unique fashion styles
Singaporean youth are embracing fashion styles such as tropical core, Y2K and acubi aesthetics, among others.
[Straits Times] - 4/03/2025
MOE warns of dangerous social media challenges, parents advised to be on lookout for their children
The advisory came after two boys were said to be apparently attempting the Blackout Challenge.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025
PMAs to have 6kmh speed limit, medical certification needed for mobility scooter users from Q1 2026
Other plans include pedestrian-friendly streets for another 15 locations.
[Straits Times] - 5/03/2025