Evening Update: Today’s headlines from The Straits Times on March 30, 2026

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

Govt planning to start preparatory works for Long Island

The works will include removing sea bed obstructions.

READ MORE HERE

MOE appoints 4 student care operators to replace Little Professors

MOE will also cover 2 months’ worth of fees for affected pupils.

READ MORE HERE

MAS faces tough Singdollar policy decision in April amid risks of higher inflation, slower growth

MAS may adjust policy stance to seek a stronger S’pore dollar, analysts say.

READ MORE HERE

‘Very heavy traffic’ expected at land checkpoints from April 3 to 5

This is in view of Good Friday and the Qing Ming period.

READ MORE HERE

Sunken pleasure craft recovered after collision off Southern Islands

The search for a missing man continues for the fourth day.

READ MORE HERE

Tech-savvy senior at a loss when his phone stopped working for a day

An expert said many seniors may sometimes miss signs of addiction.

READ MORE HERE

Malaysia no longer top source of foreign students to Taiwan amid surge from Vietnam

Taiwan has been recruiting international students to make up for shrinking university enrolment.

READ MORE HERE

Jail, $1m fine for man who managed illegal moneylending stalls

He earned over $1m between 2004 and 2019 from managing the stalls.

READ MORE HERE

New Bahru to add first international brands in Factory Block refresh

The lifestyle cluster is also adding a dining hall with more affordable options.

READ MORE HERE

Is there a spycam in your hotel room? What you need to know

Spycams are available on e-commerce platforms, from as little as US$1.99.

READ MORE HERE