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Ian Cheng

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Ian is a correspondent at The Straits Times. He has worked in the news business since 2015 – cutting his teeth at breaking news desks at both ST and CNA Digital – and specialises in digital journalism. He is a strong advocate for animal welfare and mental health issues and is also constantly on the lookout for stories on human tenacity. Got a story on geek culture? He’s your guy too.

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Rare, venomous blue-necked keelback snake spotted at MacRitchie Reservoir

A blue-necked keelback snake at MacRitchie Reservoir on Aug 1 with what appears to be two legs of an animal sticking out of its mouth.
A blue-necked keelback snake at MacRitchie Reservoir on Aug 1 with what appears to be two legs of an animal sticking out of its mouth.

Enhanced security measures around National Stadium for NDP 2026

The National Day Parade, which will be held at the National Stadium on Aug 9, has been declared as an enhanced security special event.
The National Day Parade, which will be held at the National Stadium on Aug 9, has been declared as an enhanced security special event.

F1 returns to Malaysia’s Sepang circuit after 9 years

The race in Malaysia is set to take place before the Oct 9-11 Singapore Grand Prix.
The race in Malaysia is set to take place before the Oct 9-11 Singapore Grand Prix.

Over $8 million from wakaf-generated income to be given to beneficiaries: MUIS

Local beneficiaries will receive $4.5 million, and foreign beneficiaries will receive $3.98 million.
Local beneficiaries will receive $4.5 million, and foreign beneficiaries will receive $3.98 million.

100 suspected drug offenders arrested in islandwide CNB operation

Suspected drug offenders arrested by CNB officers during an islandwide operation from July 12 to 17.
Suspected drug offenders arrested by CNB officers during an islandwide operation from July 12 to 17.

STB suspends travel agency Vacanza Global Travels over failure to meet financial requirements

Vacanza Global Travels' licence may be revoked if it fails to meet the minimum financial requirements for a licence when its suspension ends.
Vacanza Global Travels' licence may be revoked if it fails to meet the minimum financial requirements for a licence when its suspension ends.

Pokemon fun run coming to Singapore in November as part of 30th anniversary celebrations

The Pokemon Run 30 event will be held at The Kallang on Nov 7 and 8, with other editions in Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta and Hong Kong.
The Pokemon Run 30 event will be held at The Kallang on Nov 7 and 8, with other editions in Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Manila, Bangkok, Jakarta and Hong Kong.

PDPC investigating potential data breach involving PCF Sparkletots pupil information

The school’s management notified parents and guardians of the potential breach in a letter dated June 1, seen by The Straits Times.
The school’s management notified parents and guardians of the potential breach in a letter dated June 1, seen by The Straits Times.

DBS announces new app feature to turn Android phones into contactless payment terminals

Merchants can access the new feature through the DBS MAX app.
Merchants can access the new feature through the DBS MAX app.

8 heavy vehicle drivers to be charged over speeding offences

Traffic police have investigated and taken enforcement action against owners of 67 vehicles for speed limiter-related offences since Jan 1.
Traffic police have investigated and taken enforcement action against owners of 67 vehicles for speed limiter-related offences since Jan 1.

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