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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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Two taken to hospital, 50 evacuated after fire in Yishun flat; second incident in the area in 3 days

A bedroom in a second-floor unit was on fire when SCDF arrived.
A bedroom in a second-floor unit was on fire when SCDF arrived.

S’porean man arrested after drugs detected during checks at Singapore Cruise Centre

A Singaporean traveller, 50, was arrested after he was found with drugs at Singapore Cruise Centre on Oct 17.
A Singaporean traveller, 50, was arrested after he was found with drugs at Singapore Cruise Centre on Oct 17.

Clouds fail to dim bright Beaver Moon over Singapore

The Beaver Moon reached peak brightness at about 7.30pm, appearing larger and more luminous than usual.
The Beaver Moon reached peak brightness at about 7.30pm, appearing larger and more luminous than usual.

Brazilian influencer, known as ‘Human Barbie’ for her 27 cosmetic surgeries, found dead

Brazilian social media influencer Barbara Jankavski, 31, was found dead in a Sao Paulo townhouse.
Brazilian social media influencer Barbara Jankavski, 31, was found dead in a Sao Paulo townhouse.

Singaporean’s TikTok video defends migrant workers after viral ‘You all are all no use’ clip

Ms Carmen Ortega, 39, posted a video on social media featuring clips of migrant workers working in Singapore.
Ms Carmen Ortega, 39, posted a video on social media featuring clips of migrant workers working in Singapore.

2 men taken to hospital after 4-car chain collision near Changi Airport

A chain collision that took place near Changi Airport on Nov 2 resulted in two men being taken to hospital.
A chain collision that took place near Changi Airport on Nov 2 resulted in two men being taken to hospital.

S’pore charity RLAF to focus on long-term recovery and rebuilding in Gaza

Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim and the Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation team visiting the Egyptian Red Crescent in Cairo on Nov 1.
Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim and the Rahmatan Lil Alamin Foundation team visiting the Egyptian Red Crescent in Cairo on Nov 1.

17 suspects to be charged in scam-related offences linked to over $1.6m in losses

Close to half a billion dollars were lost to scams in the first half of 2025 in Singapore, with almost 20,000 cases reported.
Close to half a billion dollars were lost to scams in the first half of 2025 in Singapore, with almost 20,000 cases reported.

Rare hornbill species once thought extinct in Singapore spotted in Sungei Buloh Wetlands

The Rhinoceros hornbill, known to be locally extinct, was spotted at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve on Oct 28 and 29.
The Rhinoceros hornbill, known to be locally extinct, was spotted at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve on Oct 28 and 29.

Beaver Moon and Taurids meteor shower to light up Singapore skies in early November

The beaver moon is the second of three su
The beaver moon is the second of three su

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