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  A dramatic rescue unfolded on the afternoon of April 2, 2025, when a woman attempted to jump from an overhead bridge along Serangoon Avenue 2, near Serangoon Nex Mall. A viral video capturing the incident shows her sitting on the bridge’s roof with her legs dangling over the edge, creating a tense situation as onlookers watched in concern. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and Singapore Police Force (SPF) were swiftly deployed to the scene after being alerted. Officers were seen coordinating their efforts to prevent the woman from taking drastic action. Several officers positioned themselves below the bridge, engaging with her in conversation to distract and calm her. Meanwhile, another SCDF officer carefully approached her from behind, moving cautiously to avoid startling her. As the video progresses, the officer takes a decisive moment to grab hold of the woman, pulling her away from the edge and embracing her to prevent any further risk. The coordinated teamwork between...

  A two-month-old girl, Zabelle Peh Yu Xuan, died after weeks of abuse by her parents, culminating in fatal head injuries inflicted by her mother, Sim Liang Xiu. She was declared brain dead on Jan 13, 2023, after suffering blunt force trauma to her head. Both Sim, 31, and her husband, Peh Wei Jian, 34, were sentenced to jail on April 2, 2024—Sim receiving eight years and Peh seven. Sim originally faced a murder charge but pleaded guilty to a lesser charge of culpable homicide, as she was diagnosed with post-natal depression. Peh pleaded guilty to failing to protect Zabelle, despite being aware of the abuse. Both also had additional child abuse charges taken into consideration during sentencing. The abuse began shortly after Zabelle’s birth on Nov 6, 2022. Sim slapped, bit, and forcefully dropped her daughter, while Peh pushed a milk bottle into her mouth, pinched her, and threw her into the cot. On Jan 8, 2023, Sim struck Zabelle’s head in frustration over soiled diapers. The next ...

  A 17-year-old Singaporean was detained under the Internal Security Act (ISA) after plotting to attack five mosques and kill at least 100 Muslims. Inspired by the Christchurch mosque shootings in 2019, he had planned to carry out the attacks after Friday prayers and then take his own life. His radicalisation, which began in 2022, was detected during investigations into another extremist, 18-year-old Nick Lee, who was detained in December 2024. The Internal Security Department (ISD) revealed on April 2 that the teenager had engaged with Islamophobic and far-right extremist content online, developing a deep hatred for Muslims and Malays. He identified as an "East Asian supremacist," believing that Han Chinese, Koreans, and Japanese were superior to Malays and Indians. He frequently shared extremist content and participated in online debates to criticise Islam. His radicalisation escalated in late 2023 after watching the Christchurch shooter’s video, which he viewed as inspirat...

  A resident of Block 244 Bukit Batok East Avenue 5 is struggling with wall cracks and a leaking kitchen ceiling, which she suspects may be linked to solar panel installations on her flat’s roof last year. Ms Zhu, 58, who lives in a top-floor unit, shared that she has been dealing with rainwater leaking into her kitchen, forcing her to place buckets on the floor to catch the drips. The problem has significantly disrupted her daily life. She recalled that when workers drilled into the roof to install the solar panels, her entire house shook. Not long after, cracks began forming on her walls, and water started seeping through the ceiling. While she is unsure if the damage is directly linked to the installation, she is concerned about the worsening condition of her home. Apart from leaks, cracks have appeared on her bedroom wall, and dust occasionally falls from the gaps. Ms Zhu also noted that her walls have persistent peeling paint, which she believes is caused by moisture from the ...

  A repeat offender has been sentenced to five months in jail after attacking a man at a KTV outlet, violating the terms of his remission order. Tan Hong Sheng, 28, was previously linked to the high-profile 2019 Orchard Towers case, where he was initially charged with murder but later convicted of a lesser offence. In March 2021, he was sentenced to four years and nine months’ imprisonment with 12 strokes of the cane for being with someone who had a weapon and for two unrelated rioting charges. He was released in 2022 under a remission order, requiring him to remain crime-free until June 2024. However, in November 2023, he got into a violent altercation, leading to his latest conviction. The incident took place on November 27, 2023, at a KTV outlet in Jurong. Tan was using the restroom when a 35-year-old man entered and stood at a nearby urinal. Prosecutors stated that Tan took offence at the victim looking at him repeatedly. The victim later clarified that he had been looking at T...

  Grab has officially received a street-hail operator licence, marking its entry into Singapore’s taxi industry as the sixth licensed taxi operator. The licence was awarded to its subsidiary, GrabCab, and will take effect on April 9, 2025, for a duration of 10 years. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced this development on April 2, 2025, highlighting that the move will offer more options for drivers and passengers while expanding the availability of taxis. Under the terms of the licence, GrabCab is required to progressively grow its fleet to at least 800 taxis within the first three years. LTA emphasized that GrabCab must comply with all safety and operational regulations, ensuring that its vehicles meet specific standards. These include having a distinctive livery and a prominent roof-top sign for easy identification by passengers looking for street-hail taxis. Additionally, the taxis must have sufficient boot space to accommodate a folded wheelchair or luggage. GrabCab’s ...

  A fatal accident on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway near Bentong has caused significant traffic congestion, with motorists slowing down to look at the wreckage. The incident, which occurred on March 31, involved a three-tonne lorry that veered into the opposite lane and crashed into four other vehicles, claiming three lives and injuring four others. The victims, a 61-year-old woman, her 34-year-old daughter, and her 29-year-old son, were traveling in a Honda Accord when the crash occurred. They died at the scene due to the severity of the impact. Four others, who were in the other vehicles involved, sustained injuries. According to Bentong District Police Chief Superintendent Zaiham Mohd Kahar, the lorry's wreckage remains on the road shoulder, but it is not obstructing traffic. However, he noted that congestion is being caused by motorists slowing down to observe the accident site rather than any actual road blockage. "Traffic will be smooth if road users choose to con...

  A viral video circulating on Facebook has sparked outrage among netizens after a hit-and-run incident at an HDB open-air car park. The footage shows a driver in a white Toyota Sienta attempting to reverse into a parking lot. Despite having ample space, the driver misjudged the maneuver and backed directly into a black sedan parked behind. Rather than stopping to assess the damage or take responsibility, the driver immediately drove off, leaving the black sedan with visible damage. The incident has led many netizens to question whether the driver possesses a valid license, with some calling him a “Kayu driver” – a slang term used in Singapore to describe someone with poor driving skills. Many online users have expressed frustration, pointing out that this is an obvious case of hit-and-run. Some have urged the owner of the black sedan to file a police report and use the video evidence to claim damages against the driver of the white Toyota Sienta. The incident has reignited discuss...

  A 42-year-old Indian national, Kolathu James Leo, has been charged with multiple offenses after allegedly causing a mid-flight disturbance on a Singapore-bound Scoot flight from Sydney on February 27. He faces charges of criminal intimidation, using criminal force on a flight attendant, and being intoxicated on board, which endangered good order and discipline. Kolathu was reportedly drunk during the flight when he began shouting, disturbing other passengers. He allegedly attempted to detach a seat pocket and struck the seat in front of him. As cabin crew intervened to de-escalate the situation, he is accused of grabbing a male flight attendant’s wrist and later threatening to kill him. The situation escalated further, and despite efforts to calm him, Kolathu remained aggressive. According to police, it was only after being warned that the aircraft would return to Australia that he became compliant. To ensure the safety of passengers and crew, he was placed under restraints for...

  A major fire broke out at a gas pipeline operated by Malaysia’s state energy company Petronas on April 1, injuring 33 people and forcing residents to flee their homes in the middle of Eid celebrations. The fire, which erupted in Putra Heights near Kuala Lumpur, sent flames towering over residential areas and was visible from Subang Jaya and Puchong. According to the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department, the blaze was caused by a gas pipeline leak stretching approximately 500 meters. A loud explosion was reported before the fire spread, engulfing several homes. Seven residents had to be rescued, and six people were hospitalized due to injuries. The fire department received an emergency call at 8:10 am. Firefighters from Subang Jaya, Shah Alam, and Puchong were deployed to the scene. The valve to the affected pipeline was shut off to prevent further escalation. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as families fled their homes. One resident, living just 200 meters from the explosi...