Singapore not affected by transboundary haze despite surge in Sumatra hotspots: NEA
Dry conditions in the region are, however, expected to persist until the end of the week before wetter conditions return and possibly improve the regional haze situation.Read More
Lawyers, doctors among professionals earmarked to drive Singapore’s AI adoption beyond initial 15,000 practitioners
The government had previously announced plans to more than triple the number of AI practitioners – data scientists and engineers – to 15,000 as part of Singapore’s updated national AI…
Two dead after fire breaks out in Toa Payoh flat
The fire occurred at Block 173 Toa Payoh Lorong 1.Read More
Bus operator working to address drivers’ concerns after strike, vows to keep Johor-Singapore services running
“We want to reassure the public and our passengers that we are actively engaging with the relevant parties to address the situation and reach a constructive resolution,” said Causeway Link.Read…
Prosecution alleges failures by judge in acquitting pair linked to LTA bribery case, seeks review
The lead prosecutor said the lower court judge had adopted the arguments by the defence and used just a “sweeping statement” in rejecting the prosecution’s case.Read More
Singapore firms trail region in plans for automation, AI; expect limited job impact: Study
Automation appears to be viewed as a tool to support the workforce rather than replace it. Read More
Two men convicted of sexually assaulting woman in hotel; judge rejects consensual sex defence
The defence argued that the victim was conscious and consented to the acts, but could not remember doing so due to partial alcohol-induced memory loss.Read More
Mediacorp teams up with TaiwanPlus for new travelogue series Double Yummy
Titled Double Yummy, the new food travelogue show is hosted by Mediacorp Class 95 presenter Yasminne Cheng and Taiwanese actor Andrew Chau.Read More
Teenager charged with selling vapes on WhatsApp
The 19-year-old is also accused of advertising imitation tobacco products by posting an image of an assortment of Lana e-cigarettes on WhatsApp.Read More