CNA • 27th August 2026

As it happened: Nepal-Tibet flood death toll climbs to 360, hundreds missing amid fears of new deluge

More than 1,000 people are missing on Thursday (Aug 27) after catastrophic flash floods and landslides struck the Nepal-Tibet border, with about 360 people killed.

CNA • 24th August 2026

Theft cases in homes jump 25% in first half of 2026 even as Singapore's overall physical crime rate stays stable

The number of theft cases in homes jumped by about 25 per cent in the first half of 2026, even as Singapore's overall physical crime situation remained stable.

CNA • 23rd August 2026

NDR 2026 highlights: More childcare leave, BTO income ceiling raised as PM Wong unveils major family support measures

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a major expansion of support for families at his National Day Rally on Sunday (Aug 23), including more childcare leave and plans to significantly lower preschool fees.

CNA • 18th August 2026

More than 81,000 cartons of counterfeit cigarettes seized at Changi Free Trade Zone

A total of 81,750 cartons of counterfeit cigarettes were seized at a warehouse unit within the Changi Free Trade Zone, said Singapore Customs on Tuesday (Aug 18).

CNA • 14th August 2026

Beauty prepayment losses hit S$1.9m in first half of 2026, nearly 18 times higher than a year ago: CASE

Consumers reported over S$1.9m (US$1.4m) in beauty-related prepayment losses in the first half of the year, close to 18 times the S$108,000 in losses recorded in the first half of 2025, said the Consumers Association of Singapore (CASE) on Friday (Aug 14).

CNA • 13th August 2026

Over 2.4 million Singaporeans to get up to S$600 under Enhanced Cost-of-Living Special Payment from Sep 9

More than 2.4 million Singaporeans will receive between S$400 (US$312) and S$600 under the Enhanced Budget 2026 Cost-of-Living (COL) Special Payment from Sep 9, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF) on Thursday (Aug 13).

CNA • 12th August 2026

Police to train teachers, social workers to spot signs of youth gang involvement

Teachers and social workers will be trained by the police to recognise early signs of gang associations, as part of broader efforts to prevent youth offending. A new initiative will also help young people who want to leave gangs.

CNA • 11th August 2026

Singapore’s key exports surge 27.4% in Q2 as AI demand fuels electronics boom

Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports (NODX) surged 27.4 per cent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, driven by a sharp rise in electronics exports amid strong global AI-related demand, Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) said on Tuesday (Aug 11).

CNA • 7th August 2026

As it happened: Thai student kills grandparents before opening fire at school

At least eight people have died in Thailand after a 14-year-old boy fatally shot his grandparents before opening fire at a school on the outskirts of Bangkok on Friday (Aug 7).

CNA • 7th August 2026

Lim Tean arrested in Johor Bahru days after failing to surrender in Singapore to begin jail term

Lawyer Lim Tean was arrested by the Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) in Johor Bahru on Thursday (Aug 6), the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said on Friday.

CNA • 3rd August 2026

PM Wong's National Day Message to be broadcast on Aug 8

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's National Day Message will be broadcast on Aug 8, said the Prime Minister's Office on Monday (Aug 3).

CNA • 3rd August 2026

Singapore's Shannon Tan ties for sixth at Women's British Open, recording career-best Major finish

Golfer Shannon Tan finished in a tie for sixth at the Women's British Open on Sunday (Aug 2), recording her best result in a Major. The result was also the best by a Singaporean at a women's Major.

CNA • 1st August 2026

Why older men may be particularly vulnerable to suicide in Singapore

Day after day, it was the same routine for him after he retired. A swim each morning and watching television for the rest of the day. Occasionally, he would bring his prized birds to a pet shop in Clementi, where he chatted with fellow bird enthusiasts over coffee. “I think he felt that life in Singapore was very monotonous,” Joseph, his son, told CNA. "He just kept saying there was nothing to do," he added. At 85, Joseph’s father died by suicide.

CNA • 28th July 2026

441 suicides reported in Singapore in 2024; deaths among adults aged 30 to 39 up 50%

Singapore recorded 441 suicides in 2024, with deaths among adults aged 30 to 39 rising 50 per cent from the previous year even as numbers declined across all other age groups.

CNA • 26th July 2026

Singapore condemns attacks on Saudi Arabia, urges all parties to exercise restraint: MFA

Singapore has condemned recent attacks on Saudi Arabia, including on energy infrastructure and commercial vessels in the Red Sea, a Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) spokesperson said on Sunday (Jul 26).

CNA • 26th July 2026

Lawyer attrition concerns need to be taken seriously, more data needed: Shanmugam

Issues raised about lawyer attrition and workplace culture must be taken seriously, but more detailed and objective data is needed to assess the extent of the problem, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam said on Sunday (Jul 26).

CNA • 22nd July 2026

AI-generated National Day banner removed after errors spotted, including depictions of Indonesian flag

A National Day banner in Bedok that garnered attention online for its errors, including depictions of what appeared to be the Indonesian flag, has been removed.

CNA • 21st July 2026

Man to be charged with murder after fatal fight at Lengkok Bahru

A 59-year-old man will be charged on Wednesday (Jul 22) with murder following a fatal fight, police said on Tuesday.He was arrested at the scene after a fight at Block 55 Lengkok Bahru on Monday.

CNA • 16th July 2026

Schools embrace World Cup final fever with live screenings, later starts and jersey days

Instead of telling students to turn in early and miss football's biggest spectacle, some schools are finding ways to help them celebrate the upcoming World Cup final while ensuring that they are well-rested enough for classes.

CNA • 15th July 2026

Some businesses will lose out amid deeper Singapore-Malaysia economic integration, but both sides will benefit: Tharman

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said some Singapore businesses would lose out as economic ties deepen with Malaysia, but stressed that closer integration would ultimately benefit both countries.

CNA • 15th July 2026

People's Park Centre back on market with lower S$1.48 billion price guide after failed 2022 en bloc sale attempt

People's Park Centre in Chinatown will be put up for collective sale with a guide price of S$1.48 billion (US$1.14 billion), its real estate agency ERA Realty Network said on Wednesday (Jul 15).

CNA • 11th July 2026

WhatsApp reserves high-profile usernames ahead of privacy feature rollout, Singapore leaders' names blocked

Meta-owned messenger WhatsApp has reserved high-profile usernames, including those of public figures and government entities, ahead of the rollout of its new username feature, a privacy measure that will allow users to connect without sharing their phone numbers.

CNA • 11th July 2026

Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane set up blockbuster World Cup Golden Boot race

With more teams than ever before, the expanded 2026 World Cup has produced one of the most competitive Golden Boot races. The highly coveted award is presented to the top goalscorer at the end of the tournament.

CNA • 1st July 2026

SCDF to cease non-emergency hotline 1777 in 2027

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) will cease non-emergency ambulance hotline 1777 on Jan 1, 2027, said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Ministry of Health (MOH) on Wednesday (Jul 1).