Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on March 25, 2026

You are reading the Evening Update newsletter. Get up to speed with the important stories from the day. Subscribe to our newsletter.


Crow shooting operations to begin in 9 towns, starting with Yishun

Cordons and signage will be put up at shooting zones to notify the public to keep away.

READ MORE HERE


Two delivery riders among 36 workplace deaths in 2025: MOM

New data also shows there were 74 major injuries involving platform workers.

READ MORE HERE


In midst of Iran war, Trump administration keeps an eye on China rivalry

Congress is keeping up pressure through hearings and Bills, with China shaping up as a potent election issue.

READ MORE HERE


Sign-ups open for free Punggol self-driving shuttle rides

These rides, which start April 1, will be free for a limited period.

READ MORE HERE


Two men charged after separately throwing table, bicycle down HDB block

The two incidents happened less than 24 hours apart.

READ MORE HERE


BTO, wayang, jialat among new Singlish additions to Oxford English Dictionary

The 11 new entries included loanwords from Malay and Hokkien.

READ MORE HERE


Death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg in S’pore ruled an accidental drowning

No evidence of delay in first aid administration or in getting Mr Garg to a hospital, the coroner said.

READ MORE HERE


How being a reliable and versatile employee can affect one’s career

Reliability helps, but strategic impact also matters for promotion, says an expert.

READ MORE HERE


Jail for man who accelerated car during fuel gauge check, dragged ICA officer

At least one of the officer’s hands was still inside the vehicle when he drove away.

READ MORE HERE


Golden Village to close Tiong Bahru cinema after March 29

There will be 17 GV cinemas left in S’pore after this closure.

READ MORE HERE


Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.