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Vihanya Rakshika

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Vihanya has been a reporter since 2020 and joined The Straits Times as a correspondent in 2023. Previously an educator for more than 10 years, she has worked with people from a wide range of backgrounds. Driven by a passion for social and cultural issues, she loves uncovering meaningful stories. Got one to share? Reach out – she’s all ears.

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Beefed-up security, crowd control measures, road closures in Orchard Rd for Christmas Eve

Large crowds are expected in the vicinity of Orchard Road on the night of Christmas Eve.
Large crowds are expected in the vicinity of Orchard Road on the night of Christmas Eve.

Thundery showers will continue in Singapore for the rest of December

Thundery showers are expected in the afternoon on most days, and extending into the evening on some, for the rest of December.
Thundery showers are expected in the afternoon on most days, and extending into the evening on some, for the rest of December.

Drunken raccoon a serial offender, says animal protection officer after Virginia liquor store raid

A raccoon broke into a liquor store in Virginia, US, in the early hours of Nov 29, consumed alcohol and passed out.
A raccoon broke into a liquor store in Virginia, US, in the early hours of Nov 29, consumed alcohol and passed out.

Risk of flash floods in vicinity of Bukit Timah: PUB

Thundery showers can be expected in the afternoon for the first half of December, with moderate to heavy rain possibly extending into the evenings on a few days.
Thundery showers can be expected in the afternoon for the first half of December, with moderate to heavy rain possibly extending into the evenings on a few days.

Suspect in Boon Lay Drive knife incident arrested for causing hurt with weapons

Following investigations, the police established the identity of a 32-year-old suspect.
Following investigations, the police established the identity of a 32-year-old suspect.

S’pore Red Cross fund-raising drive for Sri Lanka’s cyclone-hit communities to get govt boost

People salvage their belongings from a flooded house along the banks of Kelani River, following Cyclone Ditwah in Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka.
People salvage their belongings from a flooded house along the banks of Kelani River, following Cyclone Ditwah in Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka.

Suspect nabbed over three house break-ins in Serangoon Gardens and Sentosa

Police recovered jewellery, cash exceeding $1,000, four ez-link cards, a cap and a wig.
Police recovered jewellery, cash exceeding $1,000, four ez-link cards, a cap and a wig.

Drone delivery of steak, crab legs, marijuana and other contraband intercepted by US prison guards

A drone carrying food items, cigarettes and marijuana was intercepted at a maximum security prison in South Carolina.
A drone carrying food items, cigarettes and marijuana was intercepted at a maximum security prison in South Carolina.

Free weekend late-night shuttle buses from Clarke Quay to other parts of town, Tampines, Jurong

The CQ Night Shuttle will be available every Friday and Saturday night.
The CQ Night Shuttle will be available every Friday and Saturday night.

Robot dogs bearing realistic faces of tech titans, famous artists surprise visitors at Miami art fair

Artist Beeple's robotic quadrupeds bearing faces of famous tech titans and artists were on display at Art Basel in Miami.
Artist Beeple's robotic quadrupeds bearing faces of famous tech titans and artists were on display at Art Basel in Miami.

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