SINGAPORE: Four people were taken to the hospital after a fire broke out in a fourth-floor unit at Block 68 Redhill Close in the early hours of Thursday (Aug 28). Eyewitness photos showed flames spreading to the window area of the unit, with fire visibly engulfing the metal grilles. The block was cordoned off, and […]| The Independent Singapore News
SINGAPORE: IKEA has clarified that it has special permission to fly the Swedish flag outside its local stores after some Singaporeans raised concerns online. The display of foreign flags in Singapore is generally prohibited under the law, and some locals flagged violations of this rule in recent weeks after spotting an Indian flag hung beside […]| The Independent Singapore News
MALAYSIA: A Malaysian family on their way to Cameron Highlands had an unexpected encounter with a tiger that appeared on the roadside in a mountainous area near Gua Musang on Tuesday (Aug 26). According to the New Straits Times, the family of four were shocked when they spotted the tiger while driving along the deserted […]| The Independent Singapore News
SINGAPORE: An estimated jackpot of S$10 million is up for grabs in today’s (Aug 28) Toto draw, after three consecutive draws yielded no winners. This evening’s draw marks the ninth cascade draw of the year. The last such draw was held on Jul 31, when a single S$1 ticket bought online scooped a record S$12.8 […]| The Independent Singapore News
SINGAPORE: The 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI) has ranked Singapore as the sixth safest country in the world and the most peaceful nation in Asia. Although Singapore has dropped from fifth place in 2024 to the sixth spot this year, it has outperformed all other Asian nations for the second consecutive year and remains the […]| The Independent Singapore News
MALAYSIA: A Singapore-registered car owner was left embarrassed after he was caught pumping RON95 petrol in Malaysia, an act prohibited under Malaysian law. This is the third time in recent weeks a Singaporean has been caught on camera doing so. The latest incident took place on Monday (Aug 25) at a petrol station and was […]| The Independent Singapore News
SINGAPORE: A Clementi homeowner has likely doubled their money after selling a five-room flat in Clementi Crest at Block 445B Clementi Avenue 3 for a record-breaking S$1,458,888 or S$1,199 per square foot (psf). While record-breaking resale deals are common in this neighbourhood, the Clementi Crest flat — whose minimum occupation period (MOP) has just ended […]| The Independent Singapore News
SINGAPORE: After a local Reddit user asked others on the platform how much they spend on lunch on a regular workday, a discussion ensued concerning the importance of having lunch with your colleagues, at least once in a while. However, many agreed that it can end up costing a pretty penny, and talked about ways […]| The Independent Singapore News
British No. 1 Jack Draper, unfortunately, had to withdraw from the 2025 US Open due to an arm injury. The 23-year-old athlete recently won his first-round match against Federico Gomez, but he will not be able to move forward to the second round against Zizou Bergs. Draper has been dealing with the discomfort of a […]| The Independent Singapore News
The fifth stage team trial was a flat race where participating teams tried to gain time for their overall leaders.| The Independent Singapore News
The breakdown reveals Malays most often received bribes, while Chinese were most often the ones paying.| The Independent Singapore News
After dethroning Alcaraz at Wimbledon, Sinner sets his sights on Cincinnati.| The Independent Singapore News
The youth is currently assisting in ongoing HSA investigations.| The Independent Singapore News
Many are fine with office romance—even with a superior—as long as HR knows.| The Independent Singapore News
Thailand’s Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet will attend the talks.| The Independent Singapore News
The same employer who wooed her to join the family just told her, “I don’t like you.”| The Independent Singapore News
Saying, “just clean the fridge,” is about as helpful as saying, “just build a car.”| The Independent Singapore News
“Ask your employer to hire a robot” — maids get real online about working for Singapore’s "perfect" bosses.| The Independent Singapore News
Singaporeans in their 30s recorded the highest suicide deaths this year.| The Independent Singapore News
Hodgkinson has not participated in any tournament after the 2024 Paris Olympics.| The Independent Singapore News
Indeed’s latest report was conducted in May.| The Independent Singapore News
Client assets under management in private markets have grown, reflecting stronger demand for investment opportunities beyond public markets.| The Independent Singapore News
The said withdrawals happened in March.| The Independent Singapore News
Netizens say employers have reason to be cautious about lending large sums.| The Independent Singapore News
The partnership with GIC provides strategic benefits for both sides.| The Independent Singapore News
This is not the first time that an SBS bus captain has shown such honest behaviour| The Independent Singapore News
The employer was not one to sit quietly.| The Independent Singapore News
CCTV footage showed the girl hugging her leg in pain as the teacher continued to scold her.| The Independent Singapore News
The now four-time Grand Slam winner has brought back Umberto Ferrara just ahead of the US Open.| The Independent Singapore News
Grand Slam Track winners at each meeting are due get $100,000 plus large appearance fees.| The Independent Singapore News
With more fans than ever, F1 wants to prove fast cars and sustainability can go hand in hand.| The Independent Singapore News
2025 is seeing AI dramatically reshape the professional, managerial, executive, and technical (PMET) sector.| The Independent Singapore News
He is in his 40s and is family’s main breadwinner.| The Independent Singapore News
SPH Media chief executive Chan Yeng Kit announced in an internal e-mail that 11 production workers would be laid off.| The Independent Singapore News
The number of maids replying “Same here,” and “it's true” is rather concerning.| The Independent Singapore News
The suspect was identified through CCTV footage and follow-up probes.| The Independent Singapore News
Bringing independent news in Singapore since 2013, The Independent Singapore offers unbiased coverage to the audience in Singapore.| The Independent Singapore News
55% of Singaporeans polled say they would move to JB to avoid high living costs - Singapore News -, Singapore News| The Independent Singapore News
MAS, Police, and Attorney-General's Chambers worked closely with UK on fraud case of ex-F1 ‘Supremo’ Bernie Ecclestone — Lawrence Wong - Singapore News -,| The Independent Singapore News
Hamilton feels that Ferrari should be making more progress.| The Independent Singapore News
F1 2024 Super Early Bird Tickets for $1188, Redditor says, 'Have they hiked standard prices too?' - Singapore News -, Singapore News| The Independent Singapore News
The reshuffled 2026 F1 calendar features a Madrid debut and a more sustainable route.| The Independent Singapore News
DPM's move a closely guarded secret until Nomination Day.| The Independent Singapore News
The detained individuals threatened to endanger lives during the papal events and wanted to disrupt the Pope's security protocol| The Independent Singapore News
"Singapore-washing" is a strategy that allows firms from China to repurpose or dilute their identity| The Independent Singapore News
“Can my boss refuse to let me resign? How should I leave this toxic work environment?” she cried out for help and advice| The Independent Singapore News