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Sherlyn Sim

Sherlyn has always been fascinated by people – their motivations and inspirations and the pivotal events that shape their lives. This curiosity has led her to report on various human interest stories and socio-political issues. Her work highlights include breaking the story on the 2018 Singapore Civil Defence Force ragging trial, reporting on delays in Covid-19 swab test results during the height of the pandemic, and uncovering the Singapore home of Taylor Swift’s mother.

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BTS S’pore concert tickets offered for resale at up to 23 times the original price

A VIP ticket, which retails at $388, was being resold for $1,200.
A VIP ticket, which retails at $388, was being resold for $1,200.

Singapore BTS Army rush for cinema tickets as Busan live concert screenings near sell-out

BTS wins Artist of the Year during the 2026 American Music Awards, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., May 25, 2026. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
BTS wins Artist of the Year during the 2026 American Music Awards, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S., May 25, 2026. REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni

Council of Presidential Advisers welcomes new chairman Tan Chong Meng and four members

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (left)and new chairman of the Council of Presidential Advisers Tan Chong Meng.
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (left)and new chairman of the Council of Presidential Advisers Tan Chong Meng.

Coach operator Aeroline to exit Kuala Lumpur market after over 20 years

Aeroline had been suspended for using locations that were not approved for picking up and dropping off passengers.
Aeroline had been suspended for using locations that were not approved for picking up and dropping off passengers.

Decathlon Singapore to stage running event, including a half-marathon, in September

Registration for the Kiprun Singapore event opens on June 3.
Registration for the Kiprun Singapore event opens on June 3.

K-pop stars BTS to bring exclusive Nike x BTS tour merch to S’pore ahead of December concerts

Singapore ARMYs will be able to purchase and collect the Nike x BTS merchandise on Aug 26.
Singapore ARMYs will be able to purchase and collect the Nike x BTS merchandise on Aug 26.

Found: 81-year-old man last seen in Sengkang

Mr Low Peng Hong was last seen in the vicinity of Block 278C Compassvale Bow.
Mr Low Peng Hong was last seen in the vicinity of Block 278C Compassvale Bow.

Calling all diva dogs: S’pore theatre company SRT to hold pup auditions for Legally Blonde musical

The search will take place at event The Proud Pet Parade on June 6 at New Bahru.
The search will take place at event The Proud Pet Parade on June 6 at New Bahru.

Hong Kong education bureau investigating principal seen swearing at security guards in S’pore​

A video of the incident shows a man standing at the door of a bus arguing with two women wearing Safra security uniforms.
A video of the incident shows a man standing at the door of a bus arguing with two women wearing Safra security uniforms.

Cyclist taken to hospital after accident with car in Woodlands

The impact sends the cyclist flying backwards a few metres before he lands on the road.
The impact sends the cyclist flying backwards a few metres before he lands on the road.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.