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SBS Transit’s website and mobile app back up after 4 hours

Bus operations are not affected.

SBS Transit is working to restore its website and mobile application which has been out of service since Jan 22.

Man who possessed vape with cannabis-related substance in Marina Bay condo jailed

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Singapore users are flocking to Elon Musk’s Grok despite deepfake controversy

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Police appeal for information on missing teen, 17, last seen in Bukit Panjang

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The Usual Place Podcast

Are central kitchen meals coming to every Singapore school?

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$47b to $53b in construction contracts expected in 2026: BCA

Firm charged with providing unlawful payment services after its bank accounts allegedly received $104m

Paya Lebar redevelopment: Nature Society proposes keeping a third of space as green areas

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Countries must strengthen trust at home before building a resilient world order: President Tharman

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COE supply down 0.8% for February to April period, first drop since late 2022

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Bus arrival time system: How does it work, and when was it introduced?
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askST Jobs: Why do some internships pay so much more than others?

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askST: Why are there new rules on psychiatric expert evidence in criminal court cases?

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askST: What should we consider before travelling and feasting this holiday season?

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Japan hit by quakes: What to know if you have a trip planned

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askST: Why do political parties get deregistered?

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Scam tracker: What are the latest trends in S’pore and how much money has been lost?

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Stay vigilant against e-commerce scams involving K-pop merchandise: Police

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Police probe 210 people for involvement in scams with over $4.2 million in losses

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Woman jailed for transferring $52k from retiree’s account, leaving him with $200

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What the world needs is a Plan B: Tharman on global politics

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Being kinder to yourself during job changes

Learn how to better reconcile the mixed feelings that come with work transitions.

Learn how to better reconcile the mixed feelings that come with work transitions.

School of life: Gen Z boss with PSLE cert opens neon art-jamming studios after quitting JC and Nafa

School of life: He quit school at 18 to ‘clean longkangs’ and started a $3m waste management company

Aesthetic tourism takes off: Why more Singaporeans are travelling for beauty treatments

Me and My Money: 20-year-old entrepreneur sees the light in designing 3D-printed lamps

What began as a personal project for Mr Jovi Lim is now a booming company, Sonogo, which designs and makes 3D-printed lamps.
What began as a personal project for Mr Jovi Lim is now a booming company, Sonogo, which designs and makes 3D-printed lamps.

askST Jobs: Is it acceptable to back out of a job offer for a better one?

If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.
If candidates do decide to withdraw, it is better to do so earlier, specifically before contracts are signed or onboarding preparations begin.

Video: Was ousting Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition a political play?

After sending one audition video, Singaporean Nicole Bacon is now in rookie K-pop girl group NWH:I

Singaporean Nicole Bacon, 22, is one of seven members of rookie global K-pop girl group NWH:I.
Singaporean Nicole Bacon, 22, is one of seven members of rookie global K-pop girl group NWH:I.
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$2,000 fine for Taoist temple chief master who organised unlawful public procession

New digital tech playbook and localised carbon metrics launched to help firms go greener

During the Covid-19 pandemic when international travel was not allowed, Ghim Li Group used 3D design software to replicate sample fabrics digitally and showcase them to overseas customers using a virtual showroom.
During the Covid-19 pandemic when international travel was not allowed, Ghim Li Group used 3D design software to replicate sample fabrics digitally and showcase them to overseas customers using a virtual showroom.

Countries must strengthen trust at home before building a resilient world order: President Tharman

Providing good jobs has to be at the centre of public policy in all societies, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.
Providing good jobs has to be at the centre of public policy in all societies, said President Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

COE supply down 0.8% for February to April period, first drop since late 2022

In all, 18,824 certificates will be available for bidding.
In all, 18,824 certificates will be available for bidding.

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Bus arrival time system: How does it work, and when was it introduced?

Both the MyTransport.SG app and electronic display board at a bus stop at City Hall were still unable to show bus arrival timings in the afternoon of Jan 22.
Both the MyTransport.SG app and electronic display board at a bus stop at City Hall were still unable to show bus arrival timings in the afternoon of Jan 22.

Police appeal for information on missing teen, 17, last seen in Bukit Panjang

Poon Jun Jie was last seen near Block 505A Jelapang Road at about 8pm on Jan 21.
Poon Jun Jie was last seen near Block 505A Jelapang Road at about 8pm on Jan 21.

Man who possessed vape with cannabis-related substance in Marina Bay condo jailed

The 36-year-old American pleaded guilty to one count of cannabis consumption and another charge for possession of vape containing a Class A drug.
The 36-year-old American pleaded guilty to one count of cannabis consumption and another charge for possession of vape containing a Class A drug.

70 travellers caught for evading taxes, duties in week-long operation at S’pore checkpoints

More than 10,000 travellers and 260 vehicles were identified for checks, and over 14,000 pieces of luggage and hand-carry bags were scanned or searched. during the operations.
More than 10,000 travellers and 260 vehicles were identified for checks, and over 14,000 pieces of luggage and hand-carry bags were scanned or searched. during the operations.

Appeal for information on missing 40-year-old man last seen in Bedok

Police are appealing for information on Mr Koh Yong Sheng's whereabouts.
Police are appealing for information on Mr Koh Yong Sheng's whereabouts.

Singapore users are flocking to Elon Musk’s Grok despite deepfake controversy

A billboard passes through Westminster urging the Prime Minister to stand up to Elon Musk and ban X and Grok in London, Britain on Jan 14, 2026.
A billboard passes through Westminster urging the Prime Minister to stand up to Elon Musk and ban X and Grok in London, Britain on Jan 14, 2026.

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