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Last call for the NightRider bus: Can Singapore be a 24-hour city without it?

An expert argues that Singapore is not a 24-hour city “in the way others are," as it does not fully embrace the non-stop lifestyle of other global cities.

  • Published: October 31, 202510:49 am
  • Author Teo Kai Xiang
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Singapore scam gang operating in Cambodia allegedly led by two brothers

The gang allegedly ran government official impersonation scams. Singapore police, working with Interpol, urges the public to report any information on fugitives.

  • Published: October 31, 20259:48 am
  • Author Andrew Wong and Christine Tan
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Analysts downplay terrorism threat to Southeast Asia amid alert in Indonesia’s Batam, Gaza peace deal

Batam authorities tightened supervision at ports and immigration checkpoints amid concerns that returning foreign terrorist fighters (FTFs) could exploit the Indonesian island’s…

  • Published: October 31, 20258:20 am
  • Author Wahyudi Soeriaatmadja
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‘Quiet city’ on high alert: Gyeongju tightens security as APEC summit kicks off

The tightened security – and the rallies by anti-Trump and anti-Xi protesters – have led to some inconveniences for Gyeongju residents.

  • Published: October 31, 20257:59 am
  • Author Wendy Teo
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The Big Question: Who will be Singapore’s next million-dollar athlete?

Golfer Shannon Tan reached $1 million in career earnings, joining a select group of Singaporean athletes achieving this financial milestone early in her career.

  • Published: October 30, 202510:23 am
  • Author Kimberly Kwek and David Lee
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27 Singaporeans, 7 Malaysians wanted for suspected links to Cambodia scam ring

The 34 suspects are currently out of Singapore, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said in a statement on Oct 29, adding that it is working with its international counterparts to…

  • Published: October 30, 20259:45 am
  • Author Gabrielle Andres
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India in ‘wait-and-watch’ mode on US sanctions against Russian crude

India diversifies energy sources from Middle East and US amid sanctions, but rising crude prices could cause inflation and budget issues.

  • Published: October 30, 20258:50 am
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Vietnam steps up reclamation work on strategic reef in South China Sea in island-building efforts

The build-up may cause some friction with the Philippines, though this is likely to be contained. Analysts suggest Vietnam's actions are defensive, aimed at protecting its…

  • Published: October 30, 20258:20 am
  • Author Nga Pham
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Countries have to see benefits of ASEAN power grid for wider adoption: expert

Frameworks addressing opportunities, funding, and regulatory clarity are crucial for attracting investment and managing risks in cross-border projects.

  • Published: October 30, 20257:54 am
  • Author Chin Hui Shan
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Amazon to cut 14,000 corporate jobs worldwide, Singapore may not be spared

Seattle-based Amazon has over 2,500 employees across cloud, corporate, retail, technology and operations functions in Singapore, which is also its Asia-Pacific headquarters.

  • Published: October 29, 20252:13 pm
  • Author Krist Boo

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