Vihanya Rakshika
Correspondent
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.
Latest articles
‘Spirit animal’: Raccoon breaks into US liquor store, gets drunk and passes out in bathroom
S’pore Customs warns of scam variants involving parcels and gold bars
Singapore Red Cross appeals for public donations to support Sri Lanka cyclone relief efforts
Over $7 million in fines meted out for tax evasion at Singapore checkpoints from Jan to Oct 2025
Singapore Red Cross commits $250,000 to support counterparts in parts of Asia hit by adverse weather
Car flips onto its side next to HDB block in Bedok, believed to have skidded
PM Wong sends condolences to victims of HK fire, says he is deeply saddened by loss of lives
Choose a book, no need to buy: Tiny hybrid store in Chinatown rewriting bookshop experience
Poly student volunteers for night vigil in Sengkang General Hospital while dreaming of medical school
‘I didn’t start it, Miss’: UK PM Starmer apologises after doing viral ‘6-7’ dance in school visit
