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Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link passenger service delayed to February 2027

Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link passenger service delayed to February 2027

More time is needed to complete testing, obtain independent safety certification and secure regulatory approvals before the cross-border rail service can open, Singapore and Malaysia authorities said on Friday (Oct 2).

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CNA Explains: What is the Gale-Shapley algorithm and how is it powering Singapore’s dating platform for public officers?

CNA Explains: What is the Gale-Shapley algorithm and how is it powering Singapore’s dating platform for public officers?

02/10/2026

Existing safeguards by AI companies insufficient as models grow more capable: Josephine Teo

Existing safeguards by AI companies insufficient as models grow more capable: Josephine Teo

02/10/2026

HPV9 vaccine to be added to national immunisation schedules from January 2027

HPV9 vaccine to be added to national immunisation schedules from January 2027

02/10/2026

Delayed RTS Link could face early crowd test if it opens near Chinese New Year or Hari Raya, analysts say

Analysts say border clearance and ticketing will also need to keep up to allow smooth passenger service during a holiday surge.

02/10/2026

Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS Link timeline: A project 16 years in the making

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02/10/2026

Thai Airways chief says he was fired by board after Bangkok flood chaos

Thai Airways chief says he was fired by board after Bangkok flood chaos

02/10/2026

Acquitted of rape on appeal, ex-Wah!Banana actor reflects on the 3 years lost behind bars

Acquitted of rape on appeal, ex-Wah!Banana actor reflects on the 3 years lost behind bars

02/10/2026

Workers who died after inhaling toxic gas did not wear respirators or follow safety protocol, inspector testifies

Workers who died after inhaling toxic gas did not wear respirators or follow safety protocol, inspector testifies

02/10/2026

Why so many people in sunny Singapore have Vitamin D deficiency – and what you should know

Why so many people in sunny Singapore have Vitamin D deficiency – and what you should know

02/10/2026

CNA Explains: What is the Gale-Shapley algorithm and how is it powering Singapore’s dating platform for public officers?

CNA Explains: What is the Gale-Shapley algorithm and how is it powering Singapore’s dating platform for public officers?

02/10/2026

Existing safeguards by AI companies insufficient as models grow more capable: Josephine Teo

Existing safeguards by AI companies insufficient as models grow more capable: Josephine Teo

02/10/2026

HPV9 vaccine to be added to national immunisation schedules from January 2027

HPV9 vaccine to be added to national immunisation schedules from January 2027

02/10/2026

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