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  A police report has been lodged against three youths, two boys and a girl allegedly caught on CCTV engaging in illegal fishing and theft at D'Best Fishing in Pasir Ris Town Park, which is known as Singapore's largest 24-hour saltwater pay pond. The incident occurred in the early hours of November 20 at approximately 3 am, long after the facility had closed for the night. The Midnight Theft Mr. Huang, 41, the pond's general manager, told Shin Min Daily News that the facility closes its main pond at 6 pm, with staff covering the surface with a protective net. However, the surveillance footage captured the trio's coordinated effort to steal fish: Casting from Outside: The youths were seen casting bait into the water from outside the fence, throwing their lines through the gaps to bypass the barrier. Climbing the Fence: After hooking a fish, one boy was filmed climbing over the fence, stepping on buckets for leverage to reach the protective net. Retrieving the Catch: He ...

A deeply personal and critical post by former Singapore teacher Jo Ann Kuek has ignited a viral debate over the Ministry of Education's (MOE) handling of teacher workload and well-being. The post and an accompanying letter to the Ministry were a direct response to Education Minister Desmond Lee's comments in Parliament on November 4, 2025. The Catalyst: "Freedom Felt Like Grief" Ms. Kuek, who resigned from MOE in 2010 after seven years due to stress-related thyroid issues requiring lifelong medication, began her post by recalling the emotional toll of leaving: "I cried a wall of tears. I learnt that day that freedom sometimes felt a lot like grief." The statement vividly captures the emotional cost of the profession and the subsequent sense of loss mixed with relief upon departure. The immediate trigger for her public letter was the response by Minister Lee to Members of Parliament (MPs) regarding teacher workload in Parliament on November 4, 2025. While Min...

  A viral video surfaced on November 22 showing an elderly man lying on the floor next to an escalator. According to the original post, the incident occurred at Compass One, where the man is said to have fallen from the escalator. We wish the elderly man a speedy recovery.

  A highly controversial incident involving a grey Honda SPADA displaying racially abusive language on its rear LED screen while driving near Woodlands Checkpoint has taken a new turn. The driver, identified as private-hire driver Manam (53), claims innocence, stating that the display was hacked and the offensive message was changed without his knowledge. The Driver's Defence: Hacking Suspected The incident went viral after a post on the SGRV Facebook page on Friday (November 21, 2025) showed the Honda SPADA displaying discriminatory language against the Chinese community on Thursday (November 20) in Woodlands Centre Road, prompting public outcry and police reports. Manam, the driver, spoke to Shin Min Daily News and vehemently denied responsibility: Unaware of Change: He claims the display's pre-set message was "Support Liverpool." He worked from 7:30 pm to 2:00 am that night and noticed nothing unusual until two hours later when a relative sent him the viral video....

  Singaporean Dev Ananth Durai , 39, is currently a wanted man in the United States, facing an arrest warrant issued by the District Court of Massachusetts in connection with an ongoing, complex international insider trading probe spanning from 2016 to 2024. Dev is the son of former National Kidney Foundation (NKF) CEO T.T. Durai. Allegations and Network Involvement Dev Ananth Durai is one of eight suspects against whom charges were filed in Boston on November 1. Prosecutors allege that he was a key participant in a transnational criminal network responsible for illicit insider trades and fund laundering. Timeline and Profit: Dev allegedly joined the group in 2018. In one instance, he reportedly boasted to an unnamed suspect (CC12, one of 12 Singapore-based individuals linked to the probe) that he made US $250,000 (S$ 327,000) in a single trade. The Syndicate: The criminal network was allegedly ring-led by French national Samy Khouadja , and included German national Emma Safi a...

  A severe road traffic accident involving two taxis, a red Trans-Cab and a blue ComfortDelGro vehicle occurred in the early hours of November 21, 2025, along Upper Serangoon Road towards Sengkang East Drive. The collision resulted in injuries to one driver, an elderly man, who was subsequently taken to the hospital. The Incident and Aftermath The police confirmed they were alerted to the accident at approximately 3:05 am. The crash involved a 73-year-old Trans-Cab driver and a 53-year-old ComfortDelGro driver. The aftermath was captured in two videos uploaded to TikTok by user @shengyuearomatheapyco: Injured Driver: In one video, the 73-year-old driver of the red Trans-Cab is visibly struggling to move while still in the driver’s seat. He was seen holding on to the car’s grab handle for support. A person filming the video can be heard providing reassurance, instructing him to "stay still and that an ambulance is on the way." Scene of Damage: The two vehicles came to rest on ...

  A highly offensive and potentially seditious incident was captured in a viral video posted on November 21, 2025, showing a grey Honda SPADA driving into the Woodlands Custom pickup and drop-off point with a racially hostile message displayed on the vehicle's rear. The Offensive Display The video clearly shows the back of the car fitted with an LED display that was running the words: "FUCK CHINESE." The explicit and derogatory nature of the public display has caused immediate outrage online. Netizen Response and Predicted Consequences The video quickly went viral, prompting strong reactions from netizens who predicted serious legal repercussions for the driver: Law Enforcement: Several comments directly referenced the authorities responsible for maintaining public order and security: "CC. To Shamugan" (Referring to Singapore's Minister for Home Affairs and Law). "Hoseh liao, Kopi O waiting for him" (A Singlish expression implying the driver is in ...

  Updated: A 38-year-old man was arrested for public nuisance after a viral video captured him dancing, signaling, and actively helping passengers board taxis and load belongings, including a wheelchair, at the Geylang Serai Market taxi stand, with police investigations currently ongoing. A video showcasing a man working diligently to assist commuters at a taxi stand in Geylang Serai has gone viral on social media on November 21, 2025. The man's acts of service, contrasted with the visible presence of police officers at the site, have sparked a debate among netizens regarding the nature of the man's activities and the police response. The Viral Act of Service The video focuses on a man, identified by his red cap and grey shirt, demonstrating remarkable commitment to helping passengers board taxis. His actions include: Tireless Assistance: He is seen running up and down the taxi stand. Physical Aid: He opens doors for passengers and opens the car boot to help load their belongi...

  A recent wildlife sighting in Singapore has highlighted the increasing interaction between urban life and natural habitats. Footage captured a monkey navigating the exterior of an HDB block, an incident that has garnered significant attention due to its sheer scale. Further investigation confirmed the location as an HDB block along Yishun Avenue 6 . Property research shows that the highest residential level of this particular estate is typically the 12th floor . The video confirms the monkey had successfully scaled at least 10 storeys high , representing a remarkable and unprecedented level of vertical intrusion into a residential area. Authorities have reminded the public not to feed wildlife, as such behaviors encourage them to venture deeper into human-populated zones in search of food. The incident serves as a sharp reminder for residents to secure their windows and to contact the relevant agencies if they encounter wild animals in high-rise buildings.

  The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has arrested two men, both aged 27, for their suspected involvement in a sophisticated series of phishing scams targeting WhatsApp users across the island. The men are believed to be part of a transnational syndicate. The Phishing Modus Operandi The scam operates by tricking users into handing over their WhatsApp account details: The Hook: Victims receive unsolicited SMSes falsely claiming there is an issue with their WhatsApp account due to a prolonged lack of verification. The Phishing Link: The SMS prompts the victim to verify their account by clicking a phishing link that leads to a fake WhatsApp webpage. Account Takeover: When victims enter their mobile number and the vital verification code on the fake page, their WhatsApp account is immediately taken over by the scammers. The Fraud: Once control is gained, the scammers exploit the compromised account to send fraudulent loan requests to the victim’s contacts. One known victim has alr...

  Acting Minister for Culture, Community and Youth David Neo publicly acknowledged and apologized for referring to Hong Kong players and fans as "idiots" in a video clip circulating on social media following the Asian Cup qualifier match between Singapore and Hong Kong on November 18. The Incident and Apology The controversial remarks were made in what appeared to be the Singapore national team's dressing room after the Lions secured a historic 2-1 away win at the Kai Tak Stadium, sealing their first-ever Asian Cup qualification on merit since 1984. In the viral video, Mr. Neo was recorded telling the players: "It was fantastic, the team was fantastic. You kena pressured by them, all the fans were bloody idiots, end up players also played like idiots... But you all played like lions." The comments drew sharp criticism online, leading the Minister to respond to an Instagram commenter who suggested his words were "totally out of order." Minister's Ap...

  Police are currently investigating a highly disturbing traffic accident caught on CCTV footage, which shows a 61-year-old male driver reversing his white sedan at speed and colliding with a 77-year-old female pedestrian in a housing estate near Ang Mo Kio. The Incident Details The accident occurred in Jalan Chengam, part of Sembawang Hills Estate off Upper Thomson Road. The police were alerted to the incident, involving a car and a pedestrian, at approximately 2:30 pm on a day prior to November 13 (as per the timestamp). Footage of the incident was uploaded on the afternoon of November 13, showing the following sequence of events: Preparation: A man is seen getting into a white car that was parked along the road. Victim's Action: Simultaneously, the 77-year-old woman emerged from her landed home and was preparing to move a rubbish bin located near the car. Impact: The driver suddenly and rapidly reversed his car, colliding directly into the woman and knocking her to the ground. T...

  A fight between a man and a woman at the Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, on November 12, has gone viral via video clips. The altercation reportedly stemmed from a dispute while commuters were "scrambling to get on the bus" at the checkpoint. Multiple video shows the two individuals pushing each other in front of a bus, culminating in the woman attempting to tackle the man, resulting in both falling to the ground. Johor Bahru South district police confirmed that no official police reports have been filed. However, authorities are investigating after being alerted to the footage on November 13, and are working to identify the individuals and witnesses involved.

  A viral social media video shows at least seven cyclists obstructing a multi-lane road, with three riders riding abreast in the second lane. The driver recording the video sarcastically described them as "superheroes covering the 2 lanes," noting they expected drivers to follow behind the obstruction. A netizen reinforced this frustration by commenting, "This might be the only time we hope there's super villian on the road." The footage highlights a dangerous disregard for traffic rules, as the cyclists’ formation significantly slows vehicular traffic and improperly occupies the flow of traffic.

  The Singapore national football team, the Lions (World No. 155), secured a historic maiden qualification for the Asian Cup by achieving a dramatic 2-1 away comeback win against Hong Kong (World No. 148) at the Kai Tak Stadium on November 18. This accomplishment is hailed as the biggest milestone in Singapore football history secured purely on merit, as their only prior appearance was as hosts in 1984. Qualification Secured The victory gave Singapore an unassailable lead in Group C, putting them at the top with 11 points from five games, maintaining a remarkable perfect away record against Bangladesh, India, and Hong Kong. With one game remaining, they cannot be overtaken by Hong Kong, who sit on eight points and hold an inferior head-to-head record against the Lions. The team, currently under interim head coach Gavin Lee, has shown resilience throughout the campaign, having previously come from behind to secure a crucial 2-1 away win against India in October. The Match Details Th...

  The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has charged two men for the alleged importation of e-vaporisers into Singapore. The men, Muhammad Amirul Iqbal Bin Mohd Nazri , 21, and Lim Teck Wee , 19, appeared in court on November 17, 2025. The Checkpoint Bust The arrests followed major seizures made by officers from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) at Woodlands Checkpoint on November 15, 2025, in two separate cases occurring on the same day. First Case (Amirul Iqbal): ICA officers discovered 1,000 e-vaporisers concealed in a Malaysian-registered car driven by Amirul Iqbal. Second Case (Lim Teck Wee): In a separate incident, ICA officers found a larger cache of more than 1,600 e-vaporisers and related components in a Malaysian-registered van driven by Lim. Both accused persons were arrested by the HSA on November 15, and investigations are ongoing. Their cases have been adjourned to December 15, 2025. Penalties for E-Vaporiser Offences The importation, distribution, s...

  A repeat traffic offender, Ho Whai Keet, 46, was sentenced to a total of eight months and two weeks’ jail and handed an eight-year driving ban on November 5 for a severe case of dangerous driving and evading police. District Judge Koo Zhi Xuan, in his written judgment, emphasized that the sentence was "necessary to achieve the goal of deterrence," stating that those who drive dangerously to evade arrest "must be severely dealt with." The 20-Minute High-Speed Chase Ho’s offenses occurred on the night of February 15, 2025. Driving a friend’s borrowed car, a patrolling police officer spotted the car traveling slowly along the BKE (Bukit Timah Expressway) at about 9:30 pm and signaled Ho to stop. Instead of complying, Ho sped off, initiating a dangerous, 20-minute chase toward Woodlands Road. During the prolonged chase, Ho committed numerous high-risk traffic violations across residential areas: Excessive Speed: Along Bukit Panjang Ring Road, Ho clocked speeds of up t...

  Former Singapore Idol judge Ken Lim Chih Chiang, 61, was sentenced to 13 months' jail on Tuesday, November 18, after being convicted of molesting a 25-year-old woman at his Hype Records office in 2021. Lim had contested the charge in one of five slated trials, but Principal District Judge Lee Lit Cheng ultimately found him guilty. The Molestation Incident The victim, who was applying for prospects with Lim's company, testified that she had met Lim for three interviews in 2021, with the molestation occurring during the third meeting. The court heard that Lim asked the victim to role-play by kissing him, claiming it was part of the interview process. The victim complied, though she initially showed discomfort. When she kissed him again, Lim used the opportunity to grope her before removing his hand. The victim was shocked and pulled away. She claimed Lim then asked what else she would like to do with him, which she refused, stating it was against her morals. Judge's Finding...

  A Malaysian man, Bernard Goh Yie Shen, 24, has been arrested and will be charged in Singapore for his suspected involvement in a Cambodia-based organised criminal group responsible for a massive government official impersonation scam. Goh was among the 32 remaining suspects who had been on the run. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) announced on November 17 that Goh was initially apprehended by foreign police in Cambodia and subsequently deported to Malaysia, where Malaysian authorities formally arrested him. He was then handed over to Singapore authorities on the same day. The Organised Criminal Group and Its Scope Goh is believed to be a member of an organised group primarily based in the Cambodian capital, Phnom Penh. The syndicate operated from a scam compound and focused on running government official impersonation scams that targeted victims in Singapore. The criminal group is believed to be responsible for at least 438 reported impersonation scam cases, resulting in signific...

  Update: Johnson Wen has been deported and barred from re-entering Singapore after his release for jail.  Australian citizen Johnson Wen , 26, was sentenced to nine days’ jail on November 17 after pleading guilty to one charge of being a public nuisance . The charge stemmed from his highly publicized actions at the Wicked: For Good movie premiere in Singapore on November 13, where he rushed at star Ariana Grande . The Incident and The Offender's Motive Wen had arrived in Singapore on November 11 on a 90-day social visit pass with the stated intent of attending the movie premiere and for a holiday. Security Breach: Between 7 pm and 7:10 pm on November 13, as cast members walked down the yellow carpet at Universal Studios Singapore, Wen jumped over a barricade. The Commotion: He charged towards Grande, placed his arm around her, and jumped up and down. Grande’s co-star, Cynthia Erivo, intervened and forced herself between Wen and Grande while security guards apprehended him....