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Enhanced haze law 'not a silver bullet', international cooperation remains crucial: Grace Fu

Enhanced haze law 'not a silver bullet', international cooperation remains crucial: Grace Fu

The Transboundary Haze Pollution (Amendment) Bill was passed unanimously after a debate that lasted about six hours and involved 24 MPs.

04/11/2026
Rena Lee elected to International Court of Justice, becoming first Singaporean judge
Rena Lee elected to International Court of Justice, becoming first Singaporean judge
04/11/2026
Man to be charged over hidden camera in toilet on Japan to Singapore flight
Man to be charged over hidden camera in toilet on Japan to Singapore flight
04/11/2026
Man under police probe for alleged cheating over use of shell companies to avoid rent
Man under police probe for alleged cheating over use of shell companies to avoid rent
04/11/2026
Myanmar government rejects use of term ‘Rohingya’ in CNA programme, says Rohingya ‘never existed’ as an ethnic identity
Myanmar government rejects use of term ‘Rohingya’ in CNA programme, says Rohingya ‘never existed’ as an ethnic identity
04/11/2026
Singapore drops UNESCO World Heritage bid for Padang, surrounding historic buildings over potential development restrictions
Singapore drops UNESCO World Heritage bid for Padang, surrounding historic buildings over potential development restrictions
04/11/2026

As it happened: Parliament passes tougher haze law, raising maximum fine to S$20 million

Companies linked to transboundary haze will now face higher fines as well as curbs on business dealings under amendments to Singapore’s haze law passed on Wednesday (Nov 4).

04/11/2026

'Absurd and novel': Shanmugam dismisses WP MP’s call to raise issues at Singapore’s meetings with foreign counterparts

Opposition Workers’ Party MP Fadli Fawzi argued that the home affairs ministry should have raised Singapore’s position on Israeli settlements and settler violence during a meeting with Israeli officials.

04/11/2026
No evidence PHP flaws exploited in government, critical infrastructure systems: Tan Kiat How
No evidence PHP flaws exploited in government, critical infrastructure systems: Tan Kiat How
04/11/2026
Too early to say if BCRS exemption for F1 Grand Prix will extend to other large events: Grace Fu
Too early to say if BCRS exemption for F1 Grand Prix will extend to other large events: Grace Fu
04/11/2026
Bedok South, Xilin and Sungei Bedok MRT stations to open on Dec 26
Bedok South, Xilin and Sungei Bedok MRT stations to open on Dec 26
04/11/2026
Nearly 8,000 BTO flats launched across six towns in first sales exercise since income ceiling increase
Nearly 8,000 BTO flats launched across six towns in first sales exercise since income ceiling increase
04/11/2026
Rena Lee elected to International Court of Justice, becoming first Singaporean judge
Rena Lee elected to International Court of Justice, becoming first Singaporean judge
04/11/2026
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About 46,000 SIA booking records accessed in data breach involving travel tech company Amadeus

03/11/2026

Singapore teenager Ng Zhe Nin wins historic wushu gold at Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games

04/11/2026

Man raped housemate after she rejected his relationship request, gets jail and caning

04/11/2026

Jail or reformative training to be default sentencing options for young scam offenders under proposed law

03/11/2026
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Beyond the Headlines

Rare, roomy and pricey? Inside Singapore's niche jumbo HDB flat market
Rare, roomy and pricey? Inside Singapore's niche jumbo HDB flat market
01/11/2026
Strengthening Singapore’s haze law and going beyond prosecutions – how errant firms can be held to account
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Strengthening Singapore’s haze law and going beyond prosecutions – how errant firms can be held to account
30/10/2026
'Why did I even ask for help?': When parental consent becomes a barrier to youth mental health support

'Why did I even ask for help?': When parental consent becomes a barrier to youth mental health support

29/10/2026
Ong Teng Cheong 'stress-tested' EP scheme, showed that establishment figure can act independently: Jayakumar
Ong Teng Cheong 'stress-tested' EP scheme, showed that establishment figure can act independently: Jayakumar
29/10/2026
'Making history is a huge honour': Singapore's first WWE wrestler Dante Chen on his journey and what comes next
'Making history is a huge honour': Singapore's first WWE wrestler Dante Chen on his journey and what comes next
31/10/2026
Too late, too far, too little choice: Why surplus food apps face challenges matching meals with takers
28/10/2026
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Not every maritime threat needs a warship: Why Singapore is turning to offshore patrol vessels
26/10/2026

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Parliament in brief: Muslim law amendments passed and other highlights from Nov 4
Parliament in brief: Muslim law amendments passed and other highlights from Nov 4
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Category A COE premium hits record S$139,001 in latest bidding exercise
Category A COE premium hits record S$139,001 in latest bidding exercise
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Arrest powers, criminal trials in absence of accused among proposed changes to Singapore’s haze law
Arrest powers, criminal trials in absence of accused among proposed changes to Singapore’s haze law
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Singapore proposes raising maximum haze penalty from S$2 million to S$20 million
Singapore proposes raising maximum haze penalty from S$2 million to S$20 million
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K-pop group Highlight, formerly known as Beast, to headline The Kallang Countdown 2027
K-pop group Highlight, formerly known as Beast, to headline The Kallang Countdown 2027
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Japanese yakiniku chain Gyu-Kaku to close last Singapore outlet at CHIJMES on Nov 15
Japanese yakiniku chain Gyu-Kaku to close last Singapore outlet at CHIJMES on Nov 15
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Tokyo’s Mr Cheesecake by former Michelin restaurant chef opens first Singapore pop-up
Tokyo’s Mr Cheesecake by former Michelin restaurant chef opens first Singapore pop-up
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Celebrity couple Hong Ling and Nick Teo reveal they are having a baby girl
Celebrity couple Hong Ling and Nick Teo reveal they are having a baby girl
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Eating less, exercising more but still gaining belly fat – menopause may be the reason
Eating less, exercising more but still gaining belly fat – menopause may be the reason
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Commentary: When stock analysts move markets, should retail investors follow?
Commentary: When stock analysts move markets, should retail investors follow?
04/11/2026
Parliament in brief: Safeguards for workers during haze and other highlights from Nov 3
Parliament in brief: Safeguards for workers during haze and other highlights from Nov 3
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Average of 10 to 11 NSFs died during service per year in last decade: Chan Chun Sing
Average of 10 to 11 NSFs died during service per year in last decade: Chan Chun Sing
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Lions will be ready for rescheduled AFC Asian Cup, safety remains top priority: FAS
Lions will be ready for rescheduled AFC Asian Cup, safety remains top priority: FAS
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Man on trial for attacking then-girlfriend, biting her finger and fracturing it
Man on trial for attacking then-girlfriend, biting her finger and fracturing it
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Despite Sheng Siong stock slide, reason for optimism remains in business outlook: Analysts
Despite Sheng Siong stock slide, reason for optimism remains in business outlook: Analysts
03/11/2026
Veteran actor Chew Chor Meng leaves Mediacorp after 36 years: 'No regrets, only immense gratitude'
Veteran actor Chew Chor Meng leaves Mediacorp after 36 years: 'No regrets, only immense gratitude'
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About a third of Singaporean singles likely to use GovTech dating platform FirstDate if eligible: Survey
About a third of Singaporean singles likely to use GovTech dating platform FirstDate if eligible: Survey
03/11/2026
Birdwatcher found human skull near cemetery, coroner's court returns open verdict
Birdwatcher found human skull near cemetery, coroner's court returns open verdict
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CNA Explains

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

Wildfires in Indonesia are threatening forests linked to carbon credit projects. What does this mean for companies that have paid to offset their emissions, and are the safeguards enough?

02/11/2026
CNA Explains: Could Singapore get its first World Court judge? What is at stake in the Nov 3 UN vote

CNA Explains: Could Singapore get its first World Court judge? What is at stake in the Nov 3 UN vote

03/11/2026
CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

CNA Explains: What happens to carbon credits when the forests protecting them burn?

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Visitors can try Sentosa's self-driving shuttles for free from early 2027

Visitors can try Sentosa's self-driving shuttles for free from early 2027

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CNA Explains: Is secretly recording a workplace meeting allowed, and when can it get you into trouble?

CNA Explains: Is secretly recording a workplace meeting allowed, and when can it get you into trouble?

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In Focus

IN FOCUS: Why do so many shopping centres in Singapore look the same?

IN FOCUS: Why do so many shopping centres in Singapore look the same?

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IN FOCUS: Can driverless buses become a mainstay on Singapore’s roads?

IN FOCUS: Can driverless buses become a mainstay on Singapore’s roads?

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IN FOCUS: What happens when those who hurt their families seek help

IN FOCUS: What happens when those who hurt their families seek help

One mother sought help after hitting her son whenever she lost patience, making him fearful and constantly on edge.

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IN FOCUS: Small drones, big damage – how these unmanned weapons are reshaping wars

IN FOCUS: Small drones, big damage – how these unmanned weapons are reshaping wars

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IN FOCUS: 1 in 3 new lawyers want out – can the industry fix the burnout before it’s too late?

IN FOCUS: 1 in 3 new lawyers want out – can the industry fix the burnout before it’s too late?

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IN FOCUS: Why the stigma over flexible work persists in Singapore

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IN FOCUS: Why illicit massage parlours, hard-selling beauty salons are hard to get rid of in HDB estates

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When Death Comes Knocking

Told he could die in just months, this 27-year-old is 'more positive about life now'
Told he could die in just months, this 27-year-old is 'more positive about life now'
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'If he needs to go … we have to let him go': How a mother is coming to terms with her son’s terminal illness
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'Death with dignity': The people helping terminally ill patients to find peace and leave with no regrets
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Commentary

Commentary: How super-aged Singapore should think about financial security

Commentary: How super-aged Singapore should think about financial security

03/11/2026
Commentary: What revised Maju Forest plans could mean for future development decisions

Commentary: What revised Maju Forest plans could mean for future development decisions

02/11/2026
Commentary: The invisible workforce helping Singapore age well

Commentary: The invisible workforce helping Singapore age well

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Commentary: Steak, donburi – do non-Singaporean dishes belong in hawker centres?

Commentary: Steak, donburi – do non-Singaporean dishes belong in hawker centres?

30/10/2026
Commentary: Staying indoors during haze can come at a cost to comfort

Commentary: Staying indoors during haze can come at a cost to comfort

29/10/2026
Commentary: Singapore’s next big technology bet cannot wait till we’ve figured out AI

Commentary: Singapore’s next big technology bet cannot wait till we’ve figured out AI

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Commentary: Singapore is doing more heritage studies – but does it have enough experts?

Commentary: Singapore is doing more heritage studies – but does it have enough experts?

27/10/2026