CNA • 14th April 2026

Singapore's economy grew 4.6% in Q1, down from 5.7% in previous quarter: Advance estimates

Singapore’s GDP expanded by 4.6 per cent year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, below expectations, moderating from the 5.7 per cent growth recorded in the previous quarter, according to advanced estimates released by MTI on Tuesday.

CNA • 13th April 2026

Cultural shows, craft and sports activities at Istana open house on Apr 19 to mark Hari Raya, Labour Day

The Istana will open its grounds to the public next Sunday in celebration of Hari Raya and the upcoming Labour Day, the President's Office Istana.

CNA • 8th April 2026

Updated salary guidelines for community care sector recommend pay rises of 'about 7% or more' for most roles

MOH announced on Wednesday updated salary guidelines for the community care sector, recommending pay increases of "about 7 per cent or more" in the annual total compensation for most job roles."

CNA • 7th April 2026

Highlights: Singapore warns of slower growth, higher inflation amid Middle East conflict, unveils support measures

Three ministerial statements were delivered on Tuesday on the impact of the war in the Middle East on Singapore.

CNA • 1st April 2026

Investigations into Indian singer Zubeen Garg's death have concluded; foul play ruled out: Police

Investigations into the death of Indian singer-songwriter Zubeen Garg in 2025 have concluded with foul play ruled out, SPF said on Wednesday.

CNA • 30th March 2026

Cotton On Asia enters voluntary liquidation

Cotton On Asia has been placed under members’ voluntary liquidation, according to a notice published in the Government Gazette on Monday (Mar 30).

CNA • 30th March 2026

Eight Singapore taxi drivers arrested over alleged bribery involving Causeway bus lane offences

Eight Singaporean taxi drivers were arrested by CPIB) on Monday (Mar 30) for allegedly handing out bribes to evade enforcement action on the Woodlands-Johor Bahru Causeway.

CNA • 27th March 2026

Man missing after collision between pleasure craft and supply vessel off Southern Islands

Search and rescue operations are ongoing for a person who went missing following a collision between a pleasure craft and a supply vessel, MPA said in response to queries from CNA.

CNA • 26th March 2026

Singapore’s National Radiochemistry Laboratory named IAEA collaborating centre, first in Southeast Asia

The National Radiochemistry Laboratory has been designated as IAEA collaborating centre from 2026 to 2030, said NEA.

CNA • 26th March 2026

Court sets aside S$175,000 loan judgment against woman after new evidence of husband's payments emerges

A court has set aside an earlier order requiring a woman to repay S$175,689 in a loan dispute with her mother-in-law after new evidence was admitted.

CNA • 26th March 2026

Bon voyage, Tiger Beer? The story of a Singapore icon as brewing prepares to shift overseas

For nearly a century, Tiger Beer has been more than just a beverage in Singapore. As the homegrown brand grew with the nation, it became a Singapore icon, and now a global hit enjoyed in more than 60 markets.

CNA • 25th March 2026

Singapore defers Apr 1 rollout of sustainable aviation fuel levy on travellers

A sustainable aviation fuel levy on travellers leaving Singapore, initially planned for Apr 1, will now be deferred because of the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East on airlines and passengers, CAAS said.

CNA • 23rd March 2026

Three people arrested for illegally setting off fireworks in Ghim Moh

Two men, aged 25 and 33, and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested for their suspected involvement in the unlawful discharge of fireworks in Ghim Moh, said the police.

CNA • 23rd March 2026

Justice Valerie Thean to be appointed deputy attorney-general

The President has appointed Justice Valerie Thean as deputy attorney-general for a two-year term starting Apr 1, PMO said.

CNA • 23rd March 2026

Service disruption a 'different issue' from recent outages: Singtel

Singtel said the service disruption on Monday afternoon (Mar 23) was caused by an "international traffic optimisation issue" unrelated to recent outages, and was resolved within 15 minutes.

CNA • 21st March 2026

2 Malaysians to be charged after woman duped of 8.6kg of gold in impersonation scam

Two Malaysian men will be charged over their suspected involvement in a government official impersonation scam in which a woman was duped of 8.6kg of gold, Singapore police said.

CNA • 20th March 2026

Four Singaporeans arrested and handed to Malaysia police over Johor Bahru murder

Four Singaporeans believed to be connected to a murder case in Johor Bahru have been arrested and handed over to Malaysian authorities, said SPF.

CNA • 20th March 2026

Urban Redevelopment Authority to get new CEO; next chief planner appointed

URA will have a new chief executive from September, with current CEO Lim Eng Hwee stepping down from his role on Aug 31.

CNA • 18th March 2026

Singtel users report mobile service issues for third straight day

Some Singtel users reported issues with the telco's mobile service on Wednesday (Mar 18), the third consecutive day customers experienced a disruption.

CNA • 17th March 2026

ComfortDelGro to introduce temporary charge for app bookings amid rising fuel prices

ComfortDelGro will implement a temporary "driver fee" for bookings made through its CDG Zig application as fuel prices continue to climb, it said on Tuesday (Mar 17).

CNA • 17th March 2026

Billion-dollar money laundering case: Two former bank employees handed prohibition orders

Prohibition orders have been issued against two former bank relationship managers convicted of offences related to money laundering, said MAS.

CNA • 12th March 2026

Cathay Pacific to roughly double fuel surcharges for most routes amid war on Iran

Cathay Pacific Airways announced on Thursday that it will raise fuel surcharges on most routes from Mar 18.

CNA • 9th March 2026

Woman sentenced to over 6 months' jail for vandalising Salvation Army premises on Christmas Day

A woman who sprayed graffiti at Praisehaven - The Salvation Army on Christmas Day in 2025 was sentenced to jail for five months and six weeks on Monday (Mar 9).

CNA • 9th March 2026

Fund management company probed for suspected money laundering; more than S$160m in assets seized

A licensed fund management company is under investigation for suspected money laundering, with more than S$160 million in assets from the company’s bank and securities accounts seized.