Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on Feb 2, 2026

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S’pore to set up national space agency to develop and run space capabilities

It will enable the Republic to seize opportunities in the expanding space economy.

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1,600 BTO flats to be built in Upper Thomson

The first project in Lakeview will be launched in June.

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Private organisations using NRIC numbers for authentication face sanctions from 2027

Government agencies have already stopped using NRIC numbers for authentication.

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Over 12,000 vehicle owners in S’pore yet to rectify faulty Takata airbags

A S’porean driver was killed when a defective Takata airbag ejected a metal fragment that pierced his head.

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Ex-actor Edmund Chen appealing jail term over accident that injured motorcyclist

He had been sentenced to five days’ jail despite the prosecution asking for a fine.

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S’pore theatre company Pangdemonium to close by end-2026

Its co-founders emphasised that the closure was a purely personal choice.

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Thundery showers expected over parts of S’pore in the first 2 weeks of Feb

Showers are expected in the afternoon on most days, with some extending into the evening.

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$549,000 for a ticket to space? Chinese firms play catch-up in space tourism

There has been national push to catch up with the US, as the rivals jockey over technological leadership.

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Childcare centre sued for negligence after 4-year-old girl falls and fractures skull

The girl’s father is claiming at least $56k in medical-related expenses in the civil suit.

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Why you should visit Guizhou, China’s new adventure hub

Its otherworldly terrain and labyrinthine caves are making it a playground for hikers and photographers.

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