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ICU patients and families create hand sculptures as 'lasting symbol of togetherness' at Tan Tock Seng Hospital
6+ hour, 50+ min ago (221+ words) Final moments with loved ones in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) may be fleeting, but nurses at Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH) have found a way to help patients and their families create long-lasting memories " hand sculptures. In a Facebook…...
Jumbo Seafood to close flagship East Coast Seafood Centre outlet on Sep 30
9+ hour, 54+ min ago (336+ words) Jumbo Seafood will shutter its flagship East Coast Seafood Centre outlet upon the expiry of its lease on Sep 30, the restaurant chain's parent company said on Friday (May 29). The outlet, which accounted for around 14 per cent of Jumbo Group's revenue…...
Police appeal for information on missing 16-year-old teen last seen in Whampoa
23+ hour, 3+ min ago (100+ words) The police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of 16-year-old male teenager Muhammad Syawqierullah Akbardeen. In a news release on Friday (May 29), the police said he was last seen at Block 85 Whampoa Drive at about 6. 15am on May 15. The address…...
Teen splashes red paint on house door, threatens to burn unit; arrested for loanshark harassment
1+ day, 39+ min ago (264+ words) A male teenager allegedly splashed red paint on the main gate and door of a home along Canberra Link, and also left a debtor's note outside the unit threatening to set it on fire. " Police officers arrested the 18-year-old alleged…...
At this immersive ocean experience, I learn why it's important to conserve marine life
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (1098+ words) When talking about the ocean and marine life, Singapore isn't the first place to come to mind. But as an island nation, our country is actually surrounded by waters filled with diverse biodiversity and intricate ecosystems. Curious to learn more,…...
Driver of Singapore-registered car caught fuelling Ron95 in Johor hits back at 'one-sided' claims: 'I offered to pay difference"
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (587+ words) The online post, which said the incident occurred on May 26, had accused Alvin of responding "anxiously" after being reminded "gently"." He had reportedly told the individual that he is a Malaysian citizen, and as such was eligible for Budi95. Budi95 is a…...
Everything $3. 90: Japan's yakitori chain Torikizoku opens at Vivo City
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (444+ words) An izakaya experience in Singapore at affordable prices? Yes, it's possible. While visiting the Japanese-style gastropubs is a fairly low-cost affair in the land of the rising sun, it's usually a pricey occasion in Singapore " until now. Torikizoku " yes, the…...
Old School Delights at Esplanade to close after 16 years
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (400+ words) Amid the recent slew of F&B closures in Singapore, yet another business will be closing its doors. After 16 years, Old School Delights at Esplanade Mall will be shuttering on June 8. The eatery, which serves a mix of local dishes…...
Hong Kong principal involved in swearing incident at Safra Jurong resigns
1+ day, 7+ hour ago (272+ words) The principal of a Hong Kong school has resigned after he was earlier suspended for swearing at security personnel during a trip to Singapore. Lee Cheuk-hing, principal of San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School in Tuen Mun, tendered his resignation…...
'Incredibly warm, kind, and full of love': Friends pay tribute to USS performer who died
1+ day, 11+ hour ago (432+ words) Tributes have poured in for the 42-year-old Universal Studios Singapore Water World performer who died after a medical emergency during a training session. Willis Sia was a member of the local cosplay and Star Wars communities who often dressed up…...