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• 🌿 New Boutique Hotel Mett Singapore Debuts in Fort Canning Park Mett Singapore has opened at Fort Canning Park, featuring 50 rooms, a rooftop restaurant, and a greenhouse. Managed by Myth Hospitality, founded by Fredrik Jonsson, it enhances Singapore's vibrant hospitality scene as of September 25, 2023.
• 🚓 ICA and Police Recover $619k in Unpaid Traffic Fines from Foreign Drivers In a joint operation between September 18 and 24, 2023, Singapore's police and the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority retrieved $619,216 in outstanding traffic fines from foreign motorists at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints. These efforts follow a move to enhance law enforcement against violations, ensuring compliance among drivers.
• 💔 Tragedy at Jewel Changi Airport: Woman's Fatal Fall Under Investigation in Singapore 💔 Tragedy at Jewel Changi Airport: Woman's Fatal Fall Under Investigation in Singapore On October 16, 2025, Goh Mei Ling, 48, fell from significant height at Jewel Changi Airport. Paramedics pronounced her dead on-site. Authorities are investigating. This high-traffic area incident is causing widespread concern.
• 🇸🇬 Singapore Recovers Over RM2m in Fines from Foreign Motorists in Three-Day Operation During a three-day operation from October 10-12, 2023, Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority collected over RM2 million in unpaid fines from foreign motorists at land checkpoints.
• 🚗 Yishun Collision Chaos: Three Hospitalized After Four-Vehicle Crash On September 17, 2023, at around 5:30 p.m., a four-vehicle accident occurred in Yishun, Singapore, involving two cars, a van, and a motorcycle. Three individuals were taken to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for treatment, with injuries reported as non-life-threatening. The crash is currently under investigation by local authorities.
• 🛫 Sensory Room Launched at Changi Airport: Aids Neurodivergent Travelers Changi Airport Group launched a sensory room at Terminal 2 on October 15, 2023, to assist neurodivergent travelers. Initiated by Mr. Jayson Goh, it offers calming spaces, tactile panels, and beanbag seating.
• 💸 Singapore Pools’ 10-cent PayNow Fee Examined: DPM Gan Clarifies Merchant Surcharge Ban On September 28, 2023, DPM Heng Swee Keat addressed concerns about Singapore Pools' 10-cent PayNow transaction fee. He emphasized that merchants are prohibited from imposing surcharges on payments made via the e-payment service, following public scrutiny over the issue.
• 📈 Singapore Exports Bounce Back: September Sees 12.8% Growth in Non-Oil Exports Driven by Chinese Demand Singapore's non-oil domestic exports rose by 12.8% year-on-year in September, following a 3.6% decline in August. Electronics exports grew by 17.3%, with shipments to China increasing by 48.2%.
• 📉 Singapore Shares Dip: Markets react as Trump maintains firm stance on China tariffs, impacting global trade sentiment. Singapore shares concluded the week lower on 1 November 2018, influenced by former US President Donald Trump's unwavering position on China tariffs. The Straits Times Index dropped to 3,016.32 points, marking a decrease in investor confidence amid prolonged US-China trade tensions.
• 📉 Singapore Market Slump: STI Drops 0.6% Following Regional Trends On October 24, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index fell by 0.6%, influenced by a regional market decline. Shares of major companies like DBS, OCBC, and UOB registered losses, reflecting broader market sentiments.
• 🏃‍♂️ StanChart Marathon Ambition: Ironman Group Targets 60,000 Participants in Singapore Ironman Group, organizing the StanChart Singapore Marathon on Dec 2-3, 2023, aims for 60,000 runners across its events. This ambitious target seeks to surpass the previous high of 50,000 participants set in 2019.
• 👵 Singapore's Silver Surge: Elderly Population Soars at Alarming Rate By 2030, Singapore anticipates its elderly population to double, with those aged 65 and above reaching 900,000. This demographic shift, reported by the Agency for Integrated Care, underscores urgent policy adjustments.
• 🎤 Zubeen Garg Death Probe: Singapore Police Say Investigations May Take Up to 3 Months The Singapore Police Force is conducting an investigation into the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg, who passed away on October 10. Expect findings within three months.
• 🍽️ Health Concerns Persist: Singapore's National Health Survey Highlights Rising Obesity and Mental Health Issues The National Population Health Survey 2022 shows increased obesity rates among Singaporeans, with mental health issues also prevalent. Findings suggest urgent intervention is needed to tackle these pressing health challenges effectively.
• 🎬 Fast & Furious in Singapore: Vin Diesel and the Fast & Furious team were in Singapore on August 22, 2023, for a special fan event, promoting their latest film, Fast X, at Marina Bay Sands.
• 🚴‍♂️ Singapore's Cycling Boom: Rider Workouts Tripled in Two Years Amid Bike Sales Surge "Tianwei Chong explores Singapore’s move towards sustainable transport on 12 March 2023. With cycling workouts tripling since 2021, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) collaborates with cycling groups to increase safety measures."
• 🔫 **Police NSF Found with Gunshot Wound in Pasir Panjang Stabilized** On October 1, 2023, at a Pasir Panjang petrol kiosk in Singapore, a 20-year-old police NSF sustained a gunshot wound. Sent to the hospital, his condition is stable.
• 🏢 Singapore’s First W Hotel–Branded Condo Launches From $3,230 PSF in Marina Bay: Here's What You Need To Know W Residences at Marina View is set to launch officially on 24th November 2023. Developed by City Developments Limited, prices start from $3,230 per square foot at Singapore's Marina Bay.
• 🚢 Singapore Urges UN to Postpone Shipping Carbon Price Vote Amid US Resistance Singapore has urged the United Nations to delay the carbon pricing vote for shipping, originally scheduled for October 2023, as the US opposes the measure. This appeal coincides with the International Maritime Organization's efforts to address climate change impacts.
• 🏎️ Norris Under Fire: Debate emerges over Lando Norris' accountability in the McLaren clash at the Singapore Grand Prix, questioning team strategy and his driving decisions. Lando Norris faced scrutiny after a collision with Oscar Piastri during the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix on September 17, 2023. Fans are divided on whether Norris or McLaren's strategy is to blame.

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