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Second accident involving elderly school bus driver in two months: 68-year-old arrested for careless driving

A 68-year-old school bus driver crashed into a carpark gantry, injuring a 70-year-old woman crossing the road in Singapore. The woman was rushed to the hospital in a coma. Five young children were onboard the bus at the time of the accident. The driver was arrested for careless driving causing grievous hurt, and an investigation is ongoing. The accident raises concerns about elderly drivers, as the statutory age limit for a vocational license in Singapore is 75 years old.

69-year-old Singaporean arrested and remanded for allegedly urinating near a prayer room at Johor CIQ

A 69-year-old Singaporean was arrested and remanded for three days by Johor police for urinating near a prayer room at the CIQ Complex in Sultan Iskandar Building. A video circulated on Facebook showing the man being confronted by another person about his disrespectful behavior. Netizens condemned the act and emphasized the importance of respecting religious spaces. The Chief Minister of Johor confirmed the arrest and highlighted that defiling a place of worship is an offense punishable by imprisonment or a fine.

Three NUS undergraduates killed in tragic campervan crash in New Zealand

Three Singaporean students from the National University of Singapore were killed in a tragic campervan accident in New Zealand. The victims, identified as Sherwin Chong Shi Yun, Xinyue Yang, and Jia Jun Vincent Lim, crashed into a barrier before their vehicle caught fire near the town of Geraldine.

Tragic fall: 19-year-old dies after falling from HDB block in Queenstown

A 19-year-old died after falling from a Queenstown HDB block on May 8th, with police receiving a report at 7:26 am. Preliminary investigations indicate that the case does not involve homicide. The case is still under investigation.

Singaporean strikes a small win in TOTO lottery with ChatGPT

A Singaporean TikTok user, Aaron Tan, decided to test the capabilities of AI by using ChatGPT to generate seven numbers for him to play the TOTO lottery. Prompting the AI with a request for random numbers, he purchased the tickets with those numbers and participated in the lottery draw. Surprisingly, three of the numbers matched the grand prize, resulting in a S$50 win for Aaron.

62-year-old man fined over S$27k for illegal hawking of roasted chestnuts, netizens suggest alternative approach

An elderly Singaporean has been fined S$27,600 for illegal hawking of roasted chestnuts near bus stops and other public places. Tan Hee Meng, 62, faces a 36-day jail term if he cannot pay the fine. The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) noted that unregulated street hawking poses a risk to food safety. Despite SFA’s justification, some netizens have argued that the fine is too harsh for the elderly individual and have suggested alternative solutions, such as providing temporary licenses and mandatory cleanliness workshops.

Newly renovated Yishun flat turned into a flooded mess after burst pipe, PUB apologised

A taxi driver’s newly purchased flat in Yishun Green, Singapore, was flooded with muddy water after a burst pipe caused water to gush from drain holes. The incident resulted in approximately S$100,000 worth of damage to renovations and furniture. The PUB received a complaint, and the water supply was disrupted for about two hours before being restored. The homeowner received an apology and assurance of assistance from PUB’s spokesperson.

Children’s workbook blunder goes viral again in Malaysia as netizens joke about “Man United” family

A screenshot from a 2015 Malaysian children’s workbook has recently gone viral again for its depiction of a family tree with a male couple raising four children. The publisher, Bagus Publishing, had previously apologized for the error and withdrew the book for replacement. The amusing image has reignited online conversations, with netizens joking about the “Man United” idea. In Malaysia, LGBTQ promotion is uncommon, and activists continue to fight against societal misconceptions and discrimination.

Join the Labour Day Celebration at Hong Lim Park on 1 May: Rally for Workers’ Rights

Gather at Hong Lim Park on May 1st from 3 pm to 7 pm for a Labour Day Rally celebrating the hard work and sacrifices of Singapore’s workers. Featuring live bands, comedians, and inspiring speeches from working-class heroes, the event aims to bring awareness to workers’ struggles and advocate for a fairer, more equitable society.

Unleash your investigative filmmaking skills with Chan Tau Chou

Discover the art of creating compelling investigative films. Learn from media professional Chan Tau Chou in this exclusive workshop at The Arts and Civil Space on 7 June 2023. Limited spaces available, register early to secure your spot. Don’t miss this transformative opportunity.