NParks probe into videos of taped-up bird
The National Parks Board (NParks) said it has launched an investigation after videos emerged on social media last week showing a woman appearing to handle a bird whose beak and wings had been taped up (pic).
Marcos on fifth working visit in Lion City
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr is making his fifth visit here with key items on his agenda including investments, nuclear energy and closer coordination as Singapore prepares to take over the Asean chairmanship in 2027.
FirstDate puts a block on office romance
Public officers joining Government Technology Agency's (GovTech) new dating pilot will not be matched with colleagues from the same government agency, the agency has said.
Microdrama training for media professionals
THE Infocomm Media Development Authority and TikTok Singapore launched a programme to train media professionals in producing microdramas, including live-action and artificial intelligence-animated formats.
Man charged after fake AI croc picture causes alarm
Police have charged a man with posting a fake AI-generated picture of a crocodile at the city-state's largest reservoir that sparked public concern and an intensive search.
Food authority probes alleged illegal dog meat sale on social media
The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has initiated an investigation into an allegation of illegal dog meat sales posted on a social media platform.
Feet off seats or pay up, bus riders warned
Riders who eat on public buses or put their feet on the seats could face a nearly S$400 (RM1,270) penalty, officials said, a new example of no-nonsense regulations in "Fine City".
Waymo plans to offer paid robotaxi rides in Singapore in 2028
Waymo plans to offer its robotaxi service in Singapore in 2028, the latest in a string of domestic and international expansions by the Alphabet Inc unit.
It takes the world to beat the heat
THE United Nations is looking to work with countries, including Singapore, to chart out a strategy to protect people from extreme heat, one of the deadliest and fastest-growing climate risks worldwide.
First jail term handed down for illegal puppy sales
A 28-year-old woman has become the first person in the city-state to receive a custodial sentence for keeping animals in captivity for sale at unlicensed premises.
