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F&B scams in Singapore: More fake restaurant websites take bookings, online orders 

Greater awareness and vigilance across the ecosystem can help reduce such incidents.

French restaurant Claudine has reported and taken down several fraudulent third-party websites.

Nipah virus: No cases detected in S’pore, authorities closely monitoring situation in Bangladesh

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Singapore showcases first on-site 3D-printed childcare centre; exterior walls built in 2 days

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Singapore to limit mercury use in tooth fillings despite WHO call for phase-out by 2034

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Girl, 6, dies after accident in Chinatown near Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

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Book review

Deeply human portrait of Singapore’s second president Benjamin Sheares

Age, smoking, bacteria, genetic mutations together can raise risk of stomach cancer: S'pore study

Vessel crew member airlifted to hospital by RSAF’s search and rescue helicopter

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Indian dance by migrant workers, silat moves by youngsters at multicultural Chingay Parade

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Bus arrival timing system returning to normal with more than 90% restored: LTA

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Global conflicts can be divisive, but S’pore can stay united: Edwin Tong

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Vessel crew member airlifted to hospital by RSAF’s search and rescue helicopter

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Huge crowds turn out for Singapore Airshow on first public day
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askST Jobs: Why does my progress at work feel slow?

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askST Jobs: How honest should I be during an exit interview?

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

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What you need to know when taking the Circle Line from January to April

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

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askST: What should I know before giving my child a mobile phone?

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askST Jobs: Why do some internships pay so much more than others?

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Vaping crisis

Etomidate’s temporary listing as Class C drug to continue as MOH finalises new vape laws: Shanmugam

MOH said the Bill will be tabled in Parliament within the first half of 2026.

The temporary provisions, which allowed the authorities to introduce tougher penalties to deal with those who abuse and traffic etomidate, were slated to expire on Feb 28.

Jail for Kpod user who went on the run, punched girlfriend and threatened others with knife

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Alleged Kpod trafficker charged after pointing knife at man at Whampoa carpark

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Stop scams
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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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Catholic Church in Singapore warns against falling victim to conmen posing as priests

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Man arrested over e-commerce scams involving Pokemon trading cards; over $135k lost

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24 people to be charged with scam-related money mule activities involving over $3.1m in losses

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Firefighter rescues boy stranded mid-air after mall ride malfunctions in Chengdu

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Firefighters heroically rescue deer trapped on frozen lake

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2026 Winter Olympics opens in Italy

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Meet Toa Payoh’s 'yusheng rap' auntie

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Singapore heightens precautions against measles amid surge, possible local transmission

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Craig David’s attempt to save flying fish goes horribly awry

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Edmund Chen back in court after filing appeal, says he will not drive again

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Hovercraft-like AirFish to take passengers from Singapore to Batam from second half of 2026

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Colorado DUI arrest leads to discovery of 3 children in suspect’s car trunk

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Me and My Money: The Singapore collector who rejected a $1.3m offer for Pokemon card

HDB launches 9,012 BTO and balance flats, including Prime project in Redhill

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Problematic gaming prevalent among young adults in Singapore, shows need for ‘third places’: Experts

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Touch Grass Week at NUS College encourages undergrads to take learning offline

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Dr. Samar Faruqi (second from left) conducting her class Global Narratives outdoors with NUS students at NUS College on Jan 26, 2026
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Dr. Samar Faruqi (second from left) conducting her class Global Narratives outdoors with NUS students at NUS College on Jan 26, 2026

askST Jobs: Why does my progress at work feel slow?

Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.
Sometimes, employees may feel they are falling short of their managers’ expectations, leading to a sense of slow progress in their roles.

Tastemakers

‘I had to fake it till I made it’: S’porean chef, 30, heads Michelin-starred restaurant in New York

Noksu executive chef Ng Jing Wen has lived in New York for nearly a decade now.
Noksu executive chef Ng Jing Wen has lived in New York for nearly a decade now.

Prosperous plushies: Food merch, blind boxes and collabs for Chinese New Year

Up your festive merch game this Chinese New Year 2026 with fun food merchandise collaborations.
Up your festive merch game this Chinese New Year 2026 with fun food merchandise collaborations.
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Indian dance by migrant workers, silat moves by youngsters at multicultural Chingay Parade

Migrant workers Manorenjinand and Subin Lal performing during the Chingay 2026 Media Preview and National Education Parade at the F1 Pit Building on Feb 7.
Migrant workers Manorenjinand and Subin Lal performing during the Chingay 2026 Media Preview and National Education Parade at the F1 Pit Building on Feb 7.

Bus arrival timing system returning to normal with more than 90% restored: LTA

Bus arrival timings have been inaccurate since Jan 10, when the Land Transport Authority first detected the issue.
Bus arrival timings have been inaccurate since Jan 10, when the Land Transport Authority first detected the issue.

Global conflicts can be divisive, but S’pore can stay united: Edwin Tong

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Moderator Sujadi Siswo having a fireside with Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs, Mr Edwin Tong on ‘Impact of Critical, Controversial & Complex Contemporary Global Issues on SG’s Social Vigilance, Cohesion & Resilience’ during the Fireside @ Olive TREE Forum, at Shaw Theatre Lido, which coincides with the UN World Interfaith Harmony Week, on Feb 7, 2026.
The ‘OMG’ programme [pilot series] is a ground-up initiative which strives to enhance the Singaporean core––the multicultural spirit, along with the social virtues and security senses. ‘OMG’ seeks to involve parents and families, faith organisations, community leaders, youth activists and IHL students, and explore their roles and responsibilities in promoting, inculcating and driving a cohesive, constructive and collaborative coexistence, while enhancing public security and fostering social resilience of a plural Singaporean society.
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Moderator Sujadi Siswo having a fireside with Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs, Mr Edwin Tong on ‘Impact of Critical, Controversial & Complex Contemporary Global Issues on SG’s Social Vigilance, Cohesion & Resilience’ during the Fireside @ Olive TREE Forum, at Shaw Theatre Lido, which coincides with the UN World Interfaith Harmony Week, on Feb 7, 2026.
The ‘OMG’ programme [pilot series] is a ground-up initiative which strives to enhance the Singaporean core––the multicultural spirit, along with the social virtues and security senses. ‘OMG’ seeks to involve parents and families, faith organisations, community leaders, youth activists and IHL students, and explore their roles and responsibilities in promoting, inculcating and driving a cohesive, constructive and collaborative coexistence, while enhancing public security and fostering social resilience of a plural Singaporean society.
(ST PHOTO: LIM YAOHUI)

Vessel crew member airlifted to hospital by RSAF’s search and rescue helicopter

The rescue crew disembarking with the patient at Singapore General Hospital on Feb 7.
The rescue crew disembarking with the patient at Singapore General Hospital on Feb 7.

Huge crowds turn out for Singapore Airshow on first public day

Crowds throng the Singapore Airshow at Changi Exhibition Centre on Feb 7, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO
Crowds throng the Singapore Airshow at Changi Exhibition Centre on Feb 7, 2026. ST PHOTO: BRIAN TEO

Singapore to limit mercury use in tooth fillings despite WHO call for phase-out by 2034

Dentists in Singapore still use mercury as tooth filling judiciously as some cases still need amalgam
Dentists in Singapore still use mercury as tooth filling judiciously as some cases still need amalgam

Doctor made no attempt to fix surgical error which led to patient’s death in 2022: State Coroner

Dr Fong had severed off the arteries supplying blood to the woman's abdominal organs by mistake.
Dr Fong had severed off the arteries supplying blood to the woman's abdominal organs by mistake.

Age, smoking, bacteria, genetic mutations together can raise risk of stomach cancer: S'pore study

Co-senior authors of the study: Professor Patrick Tan, Dean at Duke-NUS Medical School (left), and Professor Yeoh Khay Guan, Chief Executive of NUHS.

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Co-senior authors of the study: Professor Patrick Tan, Dean at Duke-NUS Medical School (left), and Professor Yeoh Khay Guan, Chief Executive of NUHS.

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Nipah virus: No cases detected in S’pore, authorities closely monitoring situation in Bangladesh

CDA said that it has progressively implemented public health measures to prevent Nipah Virus infection in Singapore since Jan 28.
CDA said that it has progressively implemented public health measures to prevent Nipah Virus infection in Singapore since Jan 28.

99 arrested in islandwide anti-drug raids, over $38k worth of drugs seized

A suspected drug offender arrested in CNB's islandwide raids from Feb 2 to 6.
A suspected drug offender arrested in CNB's islandwide raids from Feb 2 to 6.

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