Migrant workers get free bus rides, care packs as Singapore celebrates Deepavali
In the lead up to Deepavali, some migrant workers in Singapore enjoyed free bus rides and care packs, thanks to…
November 2026
Messi wins second MLS Golden Boot as Nashville sets points record
Inter Miami’s Lionel Messi won his second consecutive MLS Golden Boot award on Saturday after the defending champions took second…
Deepavali or Diwali? The story behind the two names of the Festival of Lights
As we celebrate Deepavali on Nov 8, a linguistic debate about the Festival of Lights still lingers: is it Deepavali…
This Deepavali, Anwar calls on Malaysians to celebrate differences and shared values
The Deepavali celebration should serve as a platform to strengthen unity, bridge gaps between communities and foster values of compassion…
Istana Negara says King’s decree on Najib’s house arrest is clear, must be respected
Istana Negara said today that His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim’s order allowing former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak to serve…
NUS vice provost Leong Ching, recently promoted to full professor, dies
The National University of Singapore’s (NUS) vice provost of student life, Professor Leong Ching, has died. She was 57. Her…
Prepare for take-off: SIA unveils new seats in $2b upgrade, rolling out from second half of 2027
Travellers jetting off to their favourite destinations will soon have another reason to get excited when they get on a…
Najib returns to Kajang Prison after AGC calls for house arrest deferment
A vehicle believed to be carrying former prime minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak returned to Kajang Prison tonight, hours after…
Signage encouraging commuters to stand on both sides of escalator seen at City Hall MRT station: ‘Ease the flow’
In Singapore, the unspoken escalator etiquette dictates that the left side is for standing, and the right for those in…
Singapore police warn of heavy Deepavali eve crowds in Little India, close pedestrian crossings
Singapore police have warned of large crowds in Little India during the Deepavali celebrations, especially on the eve of the…