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Massive fire breaks out at chemical storage facility in Tuas industrial area

In the early hours of Wednesday (5 Jul), a colossal fire erupted at a chemical storage facility in Tuas, prompting a rapid response from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). SCDF firefighters swiftly engaged in extensive firefighting operations. While the majority of the team emerged unscathed, one firefighter experienced giddiness and received medical attention at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.

Bold unlicensed foreign hawker selling grilled corn in front of KLCC captures attention

An attention-grabbing viral video showcased a daring foreign hawker selling grilled corn in front of Suria KLCC, drawing customers at the Kuala Lumpur’s iconic tourist destination. Malaysian netizens playfully speculated about a bustling market scene, but the Kuala Lumpur City Hall swiftly took action against these illegal hawkers.

Renowned ‘The Business Show’ makes its way to Singapore in August 2023

Singapore will host ‘The Business Show’ Singapore 2023 on August 30-31, a prestigious event offering networking, expert insights, and innovation showcases for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Register now for your free ticket.

73-year-old Singaporean driver work hard to ease his children’s burden, despite envying elderly in other countries

Jeffery Khoo of the Progress Singapore Party shared an encounter with an elderly private hire driver, highlighting the struggles faced by elderly Singaporeans who work to make ends meet. Netizens called for improved retirement support, noting the high cost of living and financial constraints faced by many. The Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy survey found that older Singaporeans would need S$1,379 per month to meet basic needs.

Woman criticised hawker for serving customer with guide dog, contending “dogs are filthy’

A woman accused a hawker’s wife of neglecting to wash her hands after serving a visually-impaired customer with a guide dog. The woman allegedly told the hawker that “all dogs are filthy”. Shockingly, two days later, she affixed a printed screenshot of laws prohibiting dogs onto the cash register table at the hawker’s stall.

Jacky Cheung thrills fans with two additional shows, sets new record with 11-night concert in Singapore

Get ready for an unparalleled musical experience as the iconic Jacky Cheung extends his highly anticipated 60+ Concert Tour in Singapore. With the addition of two final concerts, Cheung will astound audiences with a total of 11 shows, surpassing all previous records.

Controversy erupts as business owner fined for ‘indecent’ attire in Kelantan

A female business owner in Kota Bharu, Kelantan was fined by the city council for wearing shorts considered “indecent.” The incident sparked widespread criticism, with the Local Government Development Minister urging the revocation of the compound due to its violation of constitutionally protected freedom.

A TikToker reveals alternative route to Johor via ferry, escaping Causeway traffic jams

A Singaporean shared a video on TikTok, unveiling an alternative route to Johor via ferry. Departing from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, she showcased a spacious and lightly occupied vessel, providing a hassle-free trip to explore Pangerang’s attractions before returning to Singapore at 4pm on the same day.

Tragic incident unfolds on Pan-Island Expressway as car flips multiple times, driver fatally ejected

Last Friday night (23 June), a car lost control while attempting to change lanes on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) towards Changi. The vehicle collided with another car, flipping multiple times before landing on the road shoulder. Shocking dashcam footage of the incident has gone viral online. The 33-year-old driver was tragically thrown from the car and pronounced dead on the scene by Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) paramedics. Investigations are currently ongoing.

CCKTC defends the high futsal court rates at Arena@Keat Hong amid criticism from residents

A resident has questioned whether young children can afford the high costs of accessing the futsal court at Choa Chu Kang’s mega sports facility — S$30-S$50 for a maximum of 2 hours per session and a S$100 refundable deposit. The Chua Chu Kang town council defended the rates, claiming they are “among the lowest in Singapore”, while recently announcing free Sunday sessions for residents.