CNA • 29th May 2026

US defence chief Hegseth calls on PM Wong ahead of Shangri-La Dialogue, reaffirms ties with Singapore

United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reaffirmed strong Singapore-US ties during a call with Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Friday (May 29) ahead of this year's Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's top security summit.

CNA • 22nd May 2026

Tributes pour in after Koh Poh Koon steps down from political office

Several ministers have paid tribute to Senior Minister of State Koh Poh Koon following his decision to resign from political office.

CNA • 22nd May 2026

Senior Minister of State Koh Poh Koon resigns for 'family reasons'

Senior Minister of State Dr Koh Poh Koon will relinquish his appointments as Senior Minister of State for Manpower and Senior Minister of State for Health with effect from Jun 1.

CNA • 20th May 2026

'Work has already begun,' says Josephine Teo in outlining National AI Missions

Singapore has begun work on its National AI Missions aimed at transforming key sectors of its economy, said Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo on Wednesday (May 20).

CNA • 19th May 2026

Premier League announces subscription prices for new streaming service in Singapore

The Premier League on Tuesday (May 19) announced the subscription options and prices for its new streaming service in Singapore, Premier League +.

CNA • 3rd May 2026

Man arrested after allegedly slapping several people at Prinsep Street church

A man was arrested for public nuisance after allegedly slapping several people at a church along Prinsep Street on Sunday.

CNA • 27th April 2026

First private condo in Tengah nearly sold out at launch

Almost all units at Tengah's first private condominium were sold at its sales launch over the weekend.

CNA • 24th April 2026

SIA flight to Frankfurt delayed after catering truck hits plane's engine

A Singapore Airlines flight to Frankfurt was delayed after a catering truck hit the aircraft's engine, the airline said on Friday.

CNA • 22nd April 2026

Man fined S$250,000 for illegal renovation of Little India heritage shophouse

A 54-year-old man and a company have been fined S$250,000 and S$150,000, respectively, for illegal renovation works to a historic shophouse in Little India and causing "irreversible loss of heritage value", said the Urban Redevelopment Authority on Wednesday.

CNA • 21st April 2026

Singapore to invest over S$100 million in maritime research and development over next five years

More than S$100 million will be invested over the next five years to fund research and development in Singapore's maritime sector.

CNA • 21st April 2026

PMs Wong, Anwar agree on importance of diplomacy, discuss supply chain resilience amid Middle East crisis

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Monday that he and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim agreed on the importance of upholding diplomacy in a call amid the war in the Middle East.

CNA • 20th April 2026

Singapore, US to develop nuclear safety training programme

A new training programme will be developed to enhance Singapore's nuclear safety capabilities and regulatory understanding, NEA said.

CNA • 16th April 2026

More Tengah BTO homes to be offered centralised cooling

Around 10,000 more BTO households in Tengah will have the option of centralised cooling systems, HDB and Keppel said in a joint media release on Thursday.

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.