A man reported finding cockroaches at a coffee shop stall in Yishun, raising concerns about hygiene. The incident occurred at a stall located on Yishun Ring Road. The customer expressed his worry after noticing the pests crawling around the area. No official response was provided by local authorities as of now. The situation highlights ongoing issues with cleanliness in some food service areas. This is not the first time such reports have surfaced in the area. Local businesses are under increasing pressure to maintain high hygiene standards. The incident has prompted calls for stricter inspections.

Woman in JB suffers unexpected cavity drilling during routine dental visit
A woman in Johor Bahru (JB) described her dental visit as one of the most painful experiences of her life. She had gone to a clinic for a routine teeth scaling and polishing session. During the proced…
diners report hair in sushi after challenge attempt
A diner reported finding long hair in their sushi after participating in a food challenge at Sushi Express. The incident occurred as two diners attempted to finish 40 plates of sushi in 50 minutes. Th…

Hong Kong singer Alan Tam reunites with iconic stars in rare photo
Hong Kong singer Alan Tam posted a rare photo with Jackie Chan, Eric Tsang, George Lam, and Sally Yeh. The image features the group standing together, capturing a moment of camaraderie. The post has g…

Man sleeps daily at Chagee Jurong Point tea store
A man has been seen sleeping and charging his phone at a tea store in Chagee Jurong Point for nearly three months, according to a delivery rider who visits the area regularly. The rider expressed conc…

Man caught smuggling drugs on motorcycle at Tuas Checkpoint
A man was arrested at Tuas Checkpoint after attempting to smuggle over 2kg of drugs on a motorcycle, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on October 26, 2026. Officers stopped the mot…

Singapore Marathon 2026 Held Amid Haze Challenges
The Singapore Marathon 2026 took place on October 25, 2026, at Marina Barrage despite ongoing haze from regional fires. Over 20,000 participants competed in the event. The haze, a recurring issue in t…

taiwanese host reveals singapore connection
A Taiwanese television show host, Jacky Wu, revealed during an interview that he has a strong connection to Singapore, expressing his affection for the city-state. The conversation, featured in a rece…

Fatimah Mujibah dies after decade-long battle with brain injuries
Fatimah Mujibah, a woman who survived a severe brain injury in a 2016 PMD accident, has died after a decade of health complications. The incident occurred on a rainy afternoon when she was involved in…

Singapore regrets Indonesia's gas export cut, urges contract compliance
Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry expressed regret over Indonesia's decision to cut gas exports, emphasizing the importance of honoring existing contracts. The move, announced by Indonesia's…

Over 1,000 Play Pickleball at Southeast Asia’s First Open
Over 1,000 players participated in the inaugural OCBC-Great Eastern Pickleball Open. The event took place at the OCBC Arena in Singapore from 23 to 25 October 2026. It marked the first major picklebal…

Singapore Runner Shaun Goh Breaks National Half Marathon Record
Singaporean long-distance runner Shaun Goh set a new national record in the men’s half marathon with a time of 1:04:58 at the Valencia Half Marathon 2026. The achievement surpassed the previous record…

Shaun Goh Sets New National Half Marathon Record at Valencia 2026
Singaporean long-distance runner Shaun Goh set a new national record in the men’s half marathon category at the Valencia Half Marathon 2026. The event took place in Valencia, Spain, on March 21, 2026.…

singapore's pap selects new leaders without new faces
The Singapore People's Action Party (PAP) has elected new leadership for its central committee, with no new names among the 14 members. The decision was announced by Ng Wei Kai, a senior party officia…

Carrie Wong Shares Insights on Teaching Singlish to Co-Star
Carrie Wong, an actress known for her role in the pan-Asian drama *Kidnap Game*, discussed her experience working with co-star Lee Joon-gi. During filming, she taught him different ways to use the wor…

Singapore man recycles plastic bottle from Taiwan trip
A Singaporean man returned to his country after a two-week trip to Taiwan and took steps to recycle a plastic bottle he had brought with him. The individual, who had carried the bottle during his trav…

cyclist lands head first after losing control
A cyclist was found sprawled on the road after losing control and falling from his bicycle, appearing to land on his head. The incident occurred in an urban area, though the exact location was not spe…
man fined for illegal massage business at orchard towers
A 65-year-old man has been fined $7,000 for operating an unlicensed massage parlour at Orchard Towers. The establishment, run by the man and his wife, was found to offer sexual services alongside mass…

Driver arrested after Mercedes crashes into lamppost on Guillemard Road
A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drug offences following a collision involving his Mercedes-Benz on Guillemard Road in Geylang on October 20. Police reported the vehicle struck a lamppos…

Shanti Pereira wins silver in Asian Games 100m
Singapore sprinter Shanti Pereira secured a silver medal in the women’s 100m final at the Asian Games 2026. The race took place in a packed stadium, with Pereira finishing in a time of 11.21 seconds.…

ASICS Launches Sunrise-Inspired Collection in Singapore
ASICS has launched its Rise & Shine Collection in Singapore, featuring the all-new Sonicblast 2 Super Trainer. The collection, inspired by the sunrise, includes a range of footwear and apparel designe…

Shanti Pereira Advances in Asian Games 2026 Athletics
Shanti Pereira secured her place in the 200m final at the Asian Games 2026 after a strong showing in the heats. The Singaporean athlete finished first with a time of 22.85 seconds, comfortably ahead o…



