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- 🚫 Singapore Enforces Harsh Penalties for Drug Vapes: Caning and Jail Time Implemented In a stringent move to combat illicit vaping, Singapore's government plans heightened penalties from August 30, 2025. The measures include increased fines, extended jail sentences, and deportation risks, affecting local and foreign offenders.
- 🆘 Missing Child Alert: Police Search for Special Needs Boy Last Seen in Marine Terrace Singapore police are requesting public assistance to locate a missing 14-year-old, special needs boy reported last seen on August 29, 2023, at Marine Terrace. No further information is available.
- 🔍 **Police Seek Help: Missing Special Needs Boy, Last Seen Marine Terrace, Aug 29** Singapore Police seek public assistance in locating a 14-year-old special needs boy, last seen near Block 52, Marine Terrace, on August 29 at approximately 7:30 p.m. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
- 🔍 **Police Appeal for Assistance: Help Needed to Find Missing Special Needs Boy Last Seen at Marine Terrace** On September 2, 2023, Singapore Police appealed for help locating 10-year-old special needs boy, Muhammad Amir Muhammad Zabidi, missing since August 29, 2023, from Marine Terrace. He's described as approximately 1.2m tall, slim, with short black hair, last wearing a red T-shirt and blue shorts. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police hotline.
- 🚗 Indian Driver Jailed in Singapore: Fatal Accident While Using Phone Claims Life of NUS Professor On September 22, 2022, Nadarajah Ganesan, an Indian driver in Singapore, kills National University of Singapore's law professor, M Golriz Nikouei Lanetee, while using his phone. Ganesan receives a 10-week prison sentence.
- 🌊 Singapore's Coastal Defense Projects Take Shape at Greater Southern Waterfront Singapore is advancing coastal defense initiatives along Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi to mitigate sea-level rise. National Environment Agency (NEA) unveils plans on October 9, 2023, featuring raised barriers and protective structures for long-term resilience.
- 🔥 Singaporeans in Indonesia Advised: Avoid protests and large gatherings amid local unrest.
On October 17, 2023, Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged citizens in Indonesia to steer clear of protests associated with political tensions. Advisory followed recent demonstrations, underscoring potential safety threats. - 🏥 St Luke’s Hospital Reinvents Healthcare by Engaging the Community St Luke's Hospital, located in Singapore, focuses on community-driven healthcare by harnessing the collective efforts of schools, businesses, and volunteers. This approach aims to enhance patient care and foster well-being, according to the report from October 1, 2023.
- 💰 Scam Surge in Singapore: Victims Lose $456 Million in First Half of 2025 In Singapore, almost 20,000 scam cases were reported in the first half of 2025, leading to victims losing approximately $456 million. This represents a significant spike compared to previous years. The Singapore Police Force urged the public to remain vigilant against evolving scam tactics, highlighting the increasing sophistication of criminal operations targeting online transactions and personal data theft.
- 🛡️ Singapore Tops Safety Charts: Declared Safest Country in Asia by Global Peace Index 2025 Singapore, recognized as Asia's safest country by the Global Peace Index 2025, excels in low crime rates, political stability, and effective law enforcement. The nation surpasses Japan and Malaysia in these assessments.
- 🏨 End of an Era: Hotel Miramar Closes After 50 Years Hotel Miramar, located in Singapore, will cease operations on August 30, 2025, following five decades of service. Its closure marks the end of a significant chapter in Singapore's hospitality industry.
- 🌍 Singapore's Climate Reporting Stall: Experts Warn of Increased Sustainability Risks in Asia On September 28, 2023, Singapore's delay in climate disclosure, according to Eco-Business, risks deprioritizing sustainability. Experts including Preston Ng urge action, fearing negative impacts on regional climate goals and transparency.
- 🚭 NGO Criticised for Vaping Stance: Alleged Industry Influence Questioned by Shanmugam K. Shanmugam, Singapore's Law and Home Affairs Minister, accused the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) of being a 'paid mouthpiece' for the vaping industry. The criticism came during a parliamentary session on October 3, 2023. CAPHRA had earlier expressed opposition to Singapore's stringent anti-vaping regulations. Singapore maintains a strict ban on vaping to protect public health, contrasting with CAPHRA's stance advocating harm reduction through vaping.
- 🌊 Coastal Defense Boost: Comprehensive Plan Unveiled to Shield Southeast Singapore from Rising Seas The Coastal and Flood Protection Fund Advisory Panel recommended the use of coastal barriers and upgrading shorelines to fortify southeast Singapore against rising sea levels as of October 2023.
- 🎉 Singapore's Scam Cases Drop: Scam cases in Singapore down 26% in first half of 2025 against same period last year. Scam cases in Singapore decreased by 26% in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024, according to police data. Authorities credit intensified public awareness and new detection technologies for the decline in scam incidents.
- 🥽 Olympic Swimmer Detained: Italian swimmer Simone Nanni detained in Singapore for allegedly shoplifting a Prada bag worth $3,000 on August 29, 2025, affecting his team's return home.
- 🔋 Sarawak to Export First Batch of Solid Green Hydrogen to Singapore On August 30, 2025, Sarawak commenced its first green hydrogen export to Singapore via a collaboration between Sarawak Energy Berhad and Linde Malaysia. This initiative aligns with Singapore's 2030 Green Plan.
- 🏢 The Most Efficient Singapore Condos of 2025 Unveiled: Expert Analysis and Key Insights As of January 2025, Stacked Homes reports that the new condos like "EcoHaven Residences" and "SkyHigh Towers" in Singapore feature optimized layouts designed by GreenBuild Architects, significantly enhancing space utilization and sustainability for urban living.
- 🚭 Advocacy Group Critiques on Singapore’s Vape Laws Tied to Tobacco Giant: Shanmugam During a session on October 3, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Law and Home Affairs, K. Shanmugam, revealed that an advocacy group critical of Singapore's anti-vape regulations was found to have connections with a tobacco company, raising questions about the group's motivations and the influence of the tobacco industry on such issues.
- 🔍 **Search Underway for Missing Special Needs Boy in Singapore** On August 30th, 2025, Singapore police issued an appeal for information on Ryan Lim, a 12-year-old with autism, last seen at 4 PM near Marine Parade. Authorities urge anyone with details to contact them.
- 🚫 Singapore Enforces Harsh Penalties for Drug Vapes: Caning and Jail Time Implemented In a stringent move to combat illicit vaping, Singapore's government plans heightened penalties from August 30, 2025. The measures include increased fines, extended jail sentences, and deportation risks, affecting local and foreign offenders.
- 🆘 Missing Child Alert: Police Search for Special Needs Boy Last Seen in Marine Terrace Singapore police are requesting public assistance to locate a missing 14-year-old, special needs boy reported last seen on August 29, 2023, at Marine Terrace. No further information is available.
- 🔍 **Police Seek Help: Missing Special Needs Boy, Last Seen Marine Terrace, Aug 29** Singapore Police seek public assistance in locating a 14-year-old special needs boy, last seen near Block 52, Marine Terrace, on August 29 at approximately 7:30 p.m. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
- 🔍 **Police Appeal for Assistance: Help Needed to Find Missing Special Needs Boy Last Seen at Marine Terrace** On September 2, 2023, Singapore Police appealed for help locating 10-year-old special needs boy, Muhammad Amir Muhammad Zabidi, missing since August 29, 2023, from Marine Terrace. He's described as approximately 1.2m tall, slim, with short black hair, last wearing a red T-shirt and blue shorts. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police hotline.
- 🚗 Indian Driver Jailed in Singapore: Fatal Accident While Using Phone Claims Life of NUS Professor On September 22, 2022, Nadarajah Ganesan, an Indian driver in Singapore, kills National University of Singapore's law professor, M Golriz Nikouei Lanetee, while using his phone. Ganesan receives a 10-week prison sentence.
- 🌊 Singapore's Coastal Defense Projects Take Shape at Greater Southern Waterfront Singapore is advancing coastal defense initiatives along Greater Southern Waterfront and Changi to mitigate sea-level rise. National Environment Agency (NEA) unveils plans on October 9, 2023, featuring raised barriers and protective structures for long-term resilience.
- 🔥 Singaporeans in Indonesia Advised: Avoid protests and large gatherings amid local unrest.
On October 17, 2023, Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs urged citizens in Indonesia to steer clear of protests associated with political tensions. Advisory followed recent demonstrations, underscoring potential safety threats. - 🏥 St Luke’s Hospital Reinvents Healthcare by Engaging the Community St Luke's Hospital, located in Singapore, focuses on community-driven healthcare by harnessing the collective efforts of schools, businesses, and volunteers. This approach aims to enhance patient care and foster well-being, according to the report from October 1, 2023.
- 💰 Scam Surge in Singapore: Victims Lose $456 Million in First Half of 2025 In Singapore, almost 20,000 scam cases were reported in the first half of 2025, leading to victims losing approximately $456 million. This represents a significant spike compared to previous years. The Singapore Police Force urged the public to remain vigilant against evolving scam tactics, highlighting the increasing sophistication of criminal operations targeting online transactions and personal data theft.
- 🛡️ Singapore Tops Safety Charts: Declared Safest Country in Asia by Global Peace Index 2025 Singapore, recognized as Asia's safest country by the Global Peace Index 2025, excels in low crime rates, political stability, and effective law enforcement. The nation surpasses Japan and Malaysia in these assessments.
- 🏨 End of an Era: Hotel Miramar Closes After 50 Years Hotel Miramar, located in Singapore, will cease operations on August 30, 2025, following five decades of service. Its closure marks the end of a significant chapter in Singapore's hospitality industry.
- 🌍 Singapore's Climate Reporting Stall: Experts Warn of Increased Sustainability Risks in Asia On September 28, 2023, Singapore's delay in climate disclosure, according to Eco-Business, risks deprioritizing sustainability. Experts including Preston Ng urge action, fearing negative impacts on regional climate goals and transparency.
- 🚭 NGO Criticised for Vaping Stance: Alleged Industry Influence Questioned by Shanmugam K. Shanmugam, Singapore's Law and Home Affairs Minister, accused the Coalition of Asia Pacific Tobacco Harm Reduction Advocates (CAPHRA) of being a 'paid mouthpiece' for the vaping industry. The criticism came during a parliamentary session on October 3, 2023. CAPHRA had earlier expressed opposition to Singapore's stringent anti-vaping regulations. Singapore maintains a strict ban on vaping to protect public health, contrasting with CAPHRA's stance advocating harm reduction through vaping.
- 🌊 Coastal Defense Boost: Comprehensive Plan Unveiled to Shield Southeast Singapore from Rising Seas The Coastal and Flood Protection Fund Advisory Panel recommended the use of coastal barriers and upgrading shorelines to fortify southeast Singapore against rising sea levels as of October 2023.
- 🎉 Singapore's Scam Cases Drop: Scam cases in Singapore down 26% in first half of 2025 against same period last year. Scam cases in Singapore decreased by 26% in the first half of 2025 compared to 2024, according to police data. Authorities credit intensified public awareness and new detection technologies for the decline in scam incidents.
- 🥽 Olympic Swimmer Detained: Italian swimmer Simone Nanni detained in Singapore for allegedly shoplifting a Prada bag worth $3,000 on August 29, 2025, affecting his team's return home.
- 🔋 Sarawak to Export First Batch of Solid Green Hydrogen to Singapore On August 30, 2025, Sarawak commenced its first green hydrogen export to Singapore via a collaboration between Sarawak Energy Berhad and Linde Malaysia. This initiative aligns with Singapore's 2030 Green Plan.
- 🏢 The Most Efficient Singapore Condos of 2025 Unveiled: Expert Analysis and Key Insights As of January 2025, Stacked Homes reports that the new condos like "EcoHaven Residences" and "SkyHigh Towers" in Singapore feature optimized layouts designed by GreenBuild Architects, significantly enhancing space utilization and sustainability for urban living.
- 🚭 Advocacy Group Critiques on Singapore’s Vape Laws Tied to Tobacco Giant: Shanmugam During a session on October 3, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Law and Home Affairs, K. Shanmugam, revealed that an advocacy group critical of Singapore's anti-vape regulations was found to have connections with a tobacco company, raising questions about the group's motivations and the influence of the tobacco industry on such issues.
- 🔍 **Search Underway for Missing Special Needs Boy in Singapore** On August 30th, 2025, Singapore police issued an appeal for information on Ryan Lim, a 12-year-old with autism, last seen at 4 PM near Marine Parade. Authorities urge anyone with details to contact them.
