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Sherlyn Sim

Sherlyn has always been fascinated by people – their motivations and inspirations and the pivotal events that shape their lives. This curiosity has led her to report on various human interest stories and socio-political issues. Her work highlights include breaking the story on the 2018 Singapore Civil Defence Force ragging trial, reporting on delays in Covid-19 swab test results during the height of the pandemic, and uncovering the Singapore home of Taylor Swift’s mother.

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71-year-old bus driver helping with police probe after five-vehicle pile-up in Pasir Ris

The impact sent the red car reeling backwards, crumpling its bonnet and causing it to collide with a green bus.
The impact sent the red car reeling backwards, crumpling its bonnet and causing it to collide with a green bus.

Govt ready to do more to help Singaporeans cope with impact of Iran war if situation worsens: SM Lee

Asian countries have been among the worst hit by the Middle East crisis and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Asian countries have been among the worst hit by the Middle East crisis and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

PM Wong, Brunei Sultan discuss energy cooperation, supply chain resilience in call

PM Lawrence Wong (left) at lunch with Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Brunei on Nov 3, 2025.
PM Lawrence Wong (left) at lunch with Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah in Brunei on Nov 3, 2025.

Ceiling panel in Square 2 mall falls, possibly due to prolonged moisture exposure; no injuries

The repaired ceiling at the escalator landing on the B1 floor of Novena Square 2, seen on April 11.
The repaired ceiling at the escalator landing on the B1 floor of Novena Square 2, seen on April 11.

SFA lifts ban on import of pork products from Taiwan after African swine fever outbreak is contained

A vendor cuts meat at a pork stall at a local traditional market in Keelung on October 23, 2025. Taiwan has culled dozens of pigs after detecting its first cases of African swine fever, with the agriculture ministry saying on October 23 no other infections have been detected elsewhere on the island.
A vendor cuts meat at a pork stall at a local traditional market in Keelung on October 23, 2025. Taiwan has culled dozens of pigs after detecting its first cases of African swine fever, with the agriculture ministry saying on October 23 no other infections have been detected elsewhere on the island.

Fire on board vessel at PSA Pasir Panjang Terminal extinguished; cause under investigation

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said that all crew have been accounted for and that firefighting efforts are ongoing.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said that all crew have been accounted for and that firefighting efforts are ongoing.

Fire breaks out on vessel at PSA Pasir Panjang Terminal; no injuries reported

The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said that all crew have been accounted for and that firefighting efforts are ongoing.
The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore said that all crew have been accounted for and that firefighting efforts are ongoing.

President Tharman, PM Wong congratulate Vietnam leaders on their election

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (right) with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam at a joint press conference at the Parliament House on March 12.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (right) with General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam at a joint press conference at the Parliament House on March 12.

Traffic Police commander to take over as Gambling Regulatory Authority chief executive on June 2

Mr Daniel Tan Sin Heng (left) will succeed Mr Teo Chun Ching (right) as the Gambling Regulatory Authority's chief executive.
Mr Daniel Tan Sin Heng (left) will succeed Mr Teo Chun Ching (right) as the Gambling Regulatory Authority's chief executive.

Insurance agent who allegedly pocketed premium payments to be charged in court on April 8

The 41-year-old man is expected to be charged in court on April 8 with the offence of criminal breach of trust as an agent.
The 41-year-old man is expected to be charged in court on April 8 with the offence of criminal breach of trust as an agent.

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