Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Aug 20, 2025

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Emergency broadcast system to alert public to disasters via mobile phones

During an emergency, messages from the broadcast system will guide the public on protective measures to take.

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COE prices up in all categories except motorcycles

The price of a motorcycle COE fell 4.1 per cent from $9,189 to $8,809.

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Woman trapped between train doors: Judge rules SBS Transit ‘100% responsible’

The doors had closed on the woman’s head and neck after she tripped and fell while trying to exit the train.

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New CDC job-matching drive may bring overlooked front-line roles closer to applicants

It aims to raise placement rates for those with mobility or time constraints.

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Grab users in S’pore shocked by fares of over $1k due to display glitch

The unusually high fares were visible for a short period.

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Indie cinema The Projector owes over $1.2m to creditors

33 different creditors comprising individuals and organisations were listed.

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Chinese brands expanding into S’pore as gateway to Asean

Pop Mart, BYD, Joocyee are among those whose presence are fast deepening here.

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Calls to cut ties: Malaysia flag furore tests PH-BN relations

There are growing calls by the DAP youth wings in several states to sever ties with the Umno Youth chief.

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Director Jack Neo uses AI to create SG60 song, includes AI image of Lee Kuan Yew

The local film-maker took a month to complete We Are Singapore.

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Five things to do at Singapore Night Festival

Themed Island Nights, SNF 2025 has over 80 experiences.

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