Scams

2025 in review: CDL spat, Hyflux trial among corporate events that shook Singapore

All remaining charges withdrawn for second man linked to scam in which bank lost over $1.79m

Kok Chiew Leong was granted a discharge amounting to an acquittal over his seven remaining charges on Dec 16.

The online scam that hits travellers at their most distracted

2025 has seen a surge of travel scams, partly due to the explosion of AI tools, which are "supercharging fraud".

31 Malaysians rescued from Myanmar job scam syndicates safely repatriated

The operation is part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the welfare of Malaysians abroad.

Upstart gangsters shake Japan’s yakuza

Former gangster Yoshiro Nishino (right) discussing management with residents of his group home for ex-offenders in Chiba Prefecture on Nov 7.

News analysis

Border casinos caught in Thailand-Cambodia crossfire

The photo, taken on Dec 13, 2025, shows damage to a casino caused by Thai strikes in Pursat Province, amid clashes along the Cambodia-Thailand border.

Mandatory caning for scammers from Dec 30; increased penalties for speedsters from Jan 1

The enhanced penalties for scams and scam-related offences were introduced amid reports that showed Singapore has lost more than $3.4 billion to scams since 2019.

Singapore police arrest ex-superyacht captain linked to alleged Cambodian scam kingpin Chen Zhi

Nigel Tang Wan Bao Nabil was taken into custody on Dec 11 after he returned to Singapore, said a police statement on Dec 18.

239 people under police probe for involvement in scams where $5 million was lost

The police said 239 people are assisting with investigations into more than 600 scam cases.

Stay vigilant against scams ahead of new Pokemon card set launch in January: Police

The Mega Evolution – Ascended Heroes set from the popular card game is scheduled for release on Jan 30, 2026.

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