Singapore

The city-state has been hit with the worst haze event this 2026, with smoke from wildfires in Indonesia being swept over the city. All five regions recorded unhealthy air quality on September 15 with the Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) in the central region peaking at 154 in the morning. In addition, Singapore has also been ranked highly in real-time international …

In the face of regional fires, the Singapore haze 2026 has re-awakened the issue of air quality in the city-state. Singapore’s 12-hour PSI hit the Unhealthy range for the first time in the past six months since October 2023, on Sept 4. So, what is the significance of a PSI of 101? So, should you measure PSI or 1-hour PM2.5 …

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s annual salary package is on the verge of being raised from S$2.2 million to S$3.6 million, bringing the Singapore PM salary back into the spotlight of the national conversation on political pay, public service and affordability. The changes to the package are effective from 15 October 2026 and comes after an independent study of Singapore’s …

While Paris, London, Milan and New York continue to be strong draws for the actors, models, filmmakers and even fashionistas who are Singaporeans, more and more Singaporeans are seeking creative opportunities beyond the city-state. The trend resurfaced on September 8, 2026 when Singapore actress-model Chen Yixin relocated to Paris, claiming that she was looking to see what life would be …

Thousands of runners had to rearrange their weekend plans after the PJ Half Marathon 2026 was cancelled due to worsening haze which poses a health risk for prolonged outdoor activities. Petaling Jaya Half Marathon, which was to be held on 6th September this year in Selangor, Malaysia was cancelled due to the air pollution index being unhealthy. Organisers then shared …

The headlines are loud and clear, the 50 Richest 2026 in Singapore has arrived and it’s US$239 billion together: the richest tycoons in the nation have hardly moved below the surface. Despite the loss of over U.S.10 billion dollars, Eduardo Saverin is still Singapore’s richest person for a fourth year in a row. Meanwhile, the fortunes of those in banking …

Gambled S$50 instead of S$5 for lunch? Digital transfers can be completed in seconds, which can be a stressful occurrence when a mistaken SGQR payment or overpayment of PayLah occurs. The good news is that recovery may be possible provided that the error is noticed immediately and the hawker / merchant is cooperative. But if the payer has entered the …

The Singapore government plans to overhaul the country’s childcare leave scheme. The changes were announced by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong at the National Day Rally 2026, which means parents will have a common set of childcare schemes, instead of the current Childcare Leave and Extended Childcare Leave schemes. The new system makes entitlements clearer and more meaningful, while offering more …

The NATAS Fair August 2026 has officially started, and Singapore visitors have three days to shop around for holiday packages, grab on to credit card deals and assemble some travel treats. NATAS Holidays 2026 runs from 21 to 23 August 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., at Singapore EXPO Halls 3B, 4 and 5, with free admission. There will …

Human-wildlife conflict has made its way to Singapore’s courtrooms. A victim who was injured in a 2023 wild boar attack at a bus stop in Bukit Panjang has now filed a lawsuit against the National Parks Board, alleging that it caused him to be hurt. Plaintiff requests $39,827.10 in special damages and general damages for a permanent and complete loss …