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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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Over 1,900 caught for vaping offences from Sept to Nov 2; 167 of them had vapes containing etomidate

Of the 167 etomidate abusers, 108 offenders have been placed on rehabilitation programmes.
Of the 167 etomidate abusers, 108 offenders have been placed on rehabilitation programmes.

57 names proposed for Nominated MP roles

Names of the NMP candidates will be submitted to an eight-member Special Select Committee chaired by Speaker Seah Kian Peng.
Names of the NMP candidates will be submitted to an eight-member Special Select Committee chaired by Speaker Seah Kian Peng.

Veteran Hong Kong actor Stanley Fung dies at 81, days after paying tribute to fellow actor Benz Hui

stanley02 - Hong Kong veteran actor and film director Stanley Fung, known for his comedic roles, died on Nov 1 at the age of 81. According to Hong Kong news outlet, he had been hospitalised for two months due to an illness.

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stanley02 - Hong Kong veteran actor and film director Stanley Fung, known for his comedic roles, died on Nov 1 at the age of 81. According to Hong Kong news outlet, he had been hospitalised for two months due to an illness.

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Fire in Eunos industrial building put out after over 5 hours; 2 firefighters taken to hospitals

The fire involved building materials and office equipment, and engulfed three workshop units, said SCDF.
The fire involved building materials and office equipment, and engulfed three workshop units, said SCDF.

38 arrested, 9 investigated over suspected money mule activities linked to YouTrip accounts

The arrests follow a four-day operation by officers from the Commercial Affairs Department and the seven
Police Land Divisions.
The arrests follow a four-day operation by officers from the Commercial Affairs Department and the seven
Police Land Divisions.

Istana open house to be held on Nov 9 in celebration of Deepavali

This year’s open house celebrates the SG60 theme, “Building Our Singapore Together”.
This year’s open house celebrates the SG60 theme, “Building Our Singapore Together”.

Singapore Airlines cargo flight bound for China turns around mid-air after technical issue

SIA did not provide details of the issue faced on board.
SIA did not provide details of the issue faced on board.

Singapore Airlines flight from Melbourne to Changi turns back after technical issue

Several people posted footage on social media of the plane appearing to dump fuel into the skies.
Several people posted footage on social media of the plane appearing to dump fuel into the skies.

HarbourFront Centre to close in second half of 2026 for makeover into 33-storey mixed-use building

Artist's impressions of the 123,000 sq m project, which will feature a 13,000 sq m elevated park.
Artist's impressions of the 123,000 sq m project, which will feature a 13,000 sq m elevated park.

MHA calls for continued vigilance amid ongoing terrorism threats in Singapore and the region

Redevelopments in the Anson and Cecil areas now have more flexibility to retain existing commercial uses under the CBDI.
Redevelopments in the Anson and Cecil areas now have more flexibility to retain existing commercial uses under the CBDI.

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