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Originally published: 2026-02-12T10:20:51.673893
Current Events in Singapore in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| February 15–24 | River Hongbao 2026 | Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Marina Gardens Drive, starting 6:30 PM (Feb 15), nightly hours vary; free entry; family‑friendly; features giant lantern displays, Chinese New Year fireworks, cultural performances, carnival rides and food stalls. |
| February 17–3 March | Wildly Horse‑picious (Mandai Wildlife Reserve) | Venue: Mandai Wildlife Reserve (Singapore Zoo), starts 17 Feb; ticket from S$31.50; family‑friendly; includes interactions with Falabella horses, festive animal enrichment, lion dance performances, digital trail with keychain giveaway. |
| February 20–8 March | Battle for Singapore | Meeting point: Singapore Maritime Gallery, tours from 5 PM – 7:30 PM on listed dates; S$55 (early bird S$50 until 20 Feb); adults families; includes maritime WWII ferry tour retracing evacuation routes, heritage trail treks, LEGO activity at Changi Chapel & Museum. |
| February 27–28 | Chingay Parade 2026 | Venue: F1 Pit Building, Marina Bay Street Circuit, 8:00 PM–9:30 PM; ticket from S$20; family‑friendly; features first‑ever 360° circular parade route with multi‑tier immersive stage, 3,000 performers celebrating multicultural heritage. |
| February 28 | Ice Cream Sundays Presents: Munir b2b Varumi | Venue: Tanjong Pagar Distripark; start afternoon to evening; tickets S$35; adults; features Indonesian selectors Munir and Varumi back‑to‑back DJ set in DIY production celebrating 10 years of ICS. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-10 | Public transport – infrastructure | CCL tunnel‑strengthening works nearly 50% complete | On Feb 9, LTA reported that reinforcement of Circle Line tunnels between Mountbatten, Dakota and Paya Lebar is nearly 50% finished. Robotic arms installed steel plates; second tunnel work begins end‑February, aiming for completion by Apr 19. About 480,000 commuters affected daily with longer train intervals; additional staff and shuttle buses deployed. (The Straits Times) |
| 2026-02-07 | Public transport – system upgrade | Over 90% of bus arrival time system restored; upgrade starts | As of Feb 7, LTA restored bus arrival time accuracy to over 90%. Since Jan 21, technicians cleared memory cache and updated firmware on 4,000 buses. The agency has begun a two‑year upgrade of fare and bus management systems. (The Straits Times) |
| 2026-02-06 | Cultural event – public advice | Airshow visitors urged to use shuttle buses from Expo MRT | On Feb 6, organisers of Singapore Airshow advised weekend public attendees (Feb 7–8) to use shuttle buses from Expo MRT Hall 5 to manage crowding. Shuttle included in ticket price; ride takes 20–30 min; features simulators, static and aerial displays. (The Straits Times) |
| 2026-02-03 | Public transport – policy | All vehicles to require OBU by Jan 1 2027; reminders start | Parliament debated Bill on Feb 3 banning ERP gantries and mandating on‑board units (OBUs) for all Singapore‑registered vehicles by Jan 1 2027. LTA said 93% (~930,000 vehicles) already fitted. Final free reminders issued from Feb 15; thereafter installation costs $35 (motorcycles)/$70 (others). Gantry removal staged through 2026. (The Straits Times) |
| 2026-02-07 | Public safety / cultural event | Singapore Airshow showcases aviation advances | The 10th Singapore Airshow ran Feb 3–8 at Changi Airport, featuring over 1,000 companies from ~50 countries. Highlights included F‑35 fighter, COMAC C919, Airbus A350‑1000, experimental air taxis, military demo teams and simulators, underlining Singapore’s Asia‑Pacific aviation gateway role (AP News). |
| 2026-02-02 | Public transport – service hours | Extended MRT and bus services on CNY eve | SMRT announced on Feb 2 that on Feb 16 (Chinese New Year’s Eve), four MRT lines (North‑South, East‑West, Circle, Thomson‑East Coast) will run to about 2 am; 18 bus services extended to ~3 am. Specific end‑times vary by route. (The Straits Times) |
| 2026-02-11 | Local business / tourism | Singapore becomes major hotspot for Australians | As of Feb 11, tourism receipts Jan–Sep 2025 hit S$23.9 billion with 16.9 million visitors; Aussie arrivals rose 8% to 1.3 million, contributing S$1.54 billion, making Australia 4th in visitor numbers and top‑3 in dollars. Highlights include hawker centres, fine dining and events like F1 and Lady Gaga. (news.com.au) |
Current Events in Singapore in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| February 6–22 | Cirque du Soleil: Kooza | Venue Bayfront Event Space, Marina Bay; starts 6 Feb (2 h 10 min including intermission); ticketed (from S$98); general audience; features “Wheel of Death” acrobatics and high‑wire acts. |
| February 7–8 | Not So Little Fair | Venue Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403; 7 Feb 10:30 AM–7:30 PM, 8 Feb similar; family‑friendly; S$30 Enrichment Pass includes workshops and Kiztopia bouncy castle. |
| February 7–8 | Festive Market by Sunday Social | Venue Palawan Beach Walk, Sentosa; 7 Feb 4 PM–9 PM, 8 Feb similar; free; all ages; includes artisanal vendors and a free fortune bookmark workshop. |
| February 13–15 | Singapore Muslim Festival | Venue SG Expo; dates 13–15 Feb (evenings); free; families and cultural explorers; themed “Hajj & Umrah: Prepare your heart, mind, and soul” with bazaars and snacks. |
| February 14 | Haunting Tales of Ubin | Meeting point Changi Point Ferry Terminal; 6:30 PM–9:30 PM; ticketed (≈ S$107.45); adults; night‑time folklore tour of Pulau Ubin’s haunted sites. |
| February 15–24 | River Hongbao 2026 | Venue Gardens by the Bay, The Meadow; 15 Feb 6:30 PM–10:30 PM, 16 Feb until 12:15 AM, 17–24 Feb 2:30 PM–10:30 PM; free; all ages; includes 40th‑anniversary lantern displays, live fireworks, carnival rides, food stalls and performances. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-01 | Public safety | Public Warning System siren sounded early to launch Exercise SG Ready | At 15:00 on 1 February 2026, SCDF sounded the “Important Message” Public Warning System signal, 14 days earlier than usual, to start Exercise SG Ready, testing digital/power disruption response. A broadcast followed on radio, TV and ERP 2.0 units across Singapore, led by MINDEF with participation from IMDA, EMA, PA and SCDF. About 1,000 organisations are involved. Details confirmed by Ministry of Defence fact sheet. |
| 2026-01-15 | Politics | Removal of Leader of the Opposition | On 15 January 2026, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong removed Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh from the position of Leader of the Opposition with immediate effect, citing his criminal convictions and Parliament’s view of unsuitability. The move ended his privileges and the position remains vacant pending WP nomination. Source: The Straits Times. |
| 2026-02-03 | Politics | Parliament seating rearranged after LO removal | On 3 February 2026, Parliament updated seating: Deputy Speaker Christopher de Souza now sits opposite PM Wong; Pritam Singh moved two seats down opposite Minister Ong Ye Kung. This follows Parliament Clerk’s confirmation of LO position ceased on 15 January; reported in The Straits Times. |
| 2026-01-15 | Transport | LTA awards $326 million contract for DTL tunnel extension | On 15 January 2026, the Land Transport Authority awarded a S$326 million contract to a joint venture between Woh Hup Engineering and Underground Technology Engineering for design and construction of ~1 km tunnels for the Downtown Line north extension, including link to Gali Batu Depot under Sungei Kadut Avenue/Way and Woodlands Road at depths up to 21 m. Construction to begin Q2 2026; service expected by 2035. Reported by The Straits Times. |
| 2026-01-29 | Transport | Second civil contract awarded for RTS Link viaduct and tunnels | On 29 January 2026, LTA awarded a S$180 million civil contract to China Communications Construction Co (Singapore) to build a 25 m‑tall balanced‑cantilever viaduct over the Johor Strait and connecting tunnels to the Woodlands North terminus. Work begins next quarter; RTS Link remains on track to open end‑2026 with 10,000 pph per direction capacity. Information from The Straits Times. |
| 2026-01-24 | Economy | Singapore to invest over S$1 billion in public AI research through 2030 | On 24 January 2026, the government announced plans to invest more than S$1 billion (approx. US$785 million) in public research on artificial intelligence through to 2030. The initiative aims to strengthen technological capabilities and bolster Singapore’s global competitiveness in AI. Reported by Times of India based on official statement. |
Originally published: 2026-02-06T16:44:09.176104
Current Events in Singapore in February
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| February 6–22 | Cirque du Soleil: Kooza | Venue Bayfront Event Space, Marina Bay; starts 6 Feb (2 h 10 min including intermission); ticketed (from S$98); general audience; features “Wheel of Death” acrobatics and high‑wire acts. |
| February 7–8 | Not So Little Fair | Venue Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403; 7 Feb 10:30 AM–7:30 PM, 8 Feb similar; family‑friendly; S$30 Enrichment Pass includes workshops and Kiztopia bouncy castle. |
| February 7–8 | Festive Market by Sunday Social | Venue Palawan Beach Walk, Sentosa; 7 Feb 4 PM–9 PM, 8 Feb similar; free; all ages; includes artisanal vendors and a free fortune bookmark workshop. |
| February 13–15 | Singapore Muslim Festival | Venue SG Expo; dates 13–15 Feb (evenings); free; families and cultural explorers; themed “Hajj & Umrah: Prepare your heart, mind, and soul” with bazaars and snacks. |
| February 14 | Haunting Tales of Ubin | Meeting point Changi Point Ferry Terminal; 6:30 PM–9:30 PM; ticketed (≈ S$107.45); adults; night‑time folklore tour of Pulau Ubin’s haunted sites. |
| February 15–24 | River Hongbao 2026 | Venue Gardens by the Bay, The Meadow; 15 Feb 6:30 PM–10:30 PM, 16 Feb until 12:15 AM, 17–24 Feb 2:30 PM–10:30 PM; free; all ages; includes 40th‑anniversary lantern displays, live fireworks, carnival rides, food stalls and performances. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-01 | Public safety | Public Warning System siren sounded early to launch Exercise SG Ready | At 15:00 on 1 February 2026, SCDF sounded the “Important Message” Public Warning System signal, 14 days earlier than usual, to start Exercise SG Ready, testing digital/power disruption response. A broadcast followed on radio, TV and ERP 2.0 units across Singapore, led by MINDEF with participation from IMDA, EMA, PA and SCDF. About 1,000 organisations are involved. Details confirmed by Ministry of Defence fact sheet. |
| 2026-01-15 | Politics | On 15 January 2026, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong removed Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh from the position of Leader of the Opposition with immediate effect, citing his criminal convictions and Parliament’s view of unsuitability. The move ended his privileges and the position remains vacant pending WP nomination. Source: The Straits Times. | |
| 2026-02-03 | Politics | On 3 February 2026, Parliament updated seating: Deputy Speaker Christopher de Souza now sits opposite PM Wong; Pritam Singh moved two seats down opposite Minister Ong Ye Kung. This follows Parliament Clerk’s confirmation of LO position ceased on 15 January; reported in The Straits Times. | |
| 2026-01-15 | Transport | On 15 January 2026, the Land Transport Authority awarded a S$326 million contract to a joint venture between Woh Hup Engineering and Underground Technology Engineering for design and construction of ~1 km tunnels for the Downtown Line north extension, including link to Gali Batu Depot under Sungei Kadut Avenue/Way and Woodlands Road at depths up to 21 m. Construction to begin Q2 2026; service expected by 2035. Reported by The Straits Times. | |
| 2026-01-29 | Transport | On 29 January 2026, LTA awarded a S$180 million civil contract to China Communications Construction Co (Singapore) to build a 25 m‑tall balanced‑cantilever viaduct over the Johor Strait and connecting tunnels to the Woodlands North terminus. Work begins next quarter; RTS Link remains on track to open end‑2026 with 10,000 pph per direction capacity. Information from The Straits Times. | |
| 2026-01-24 | Economy | On 24 January 2026, the government announced plans to invest more than S$1 billion (approx. US$785 million) in public research on artificial intelligence through to 2030. The initiative aims to strengthen technological capabilities and bolster Singapore’s global competitiveness in AI. Reported by Times of India based on official statement. |
Originally published: 2026-01-26T12:32:58.855457
Current Events in Singapore in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 22–31 | Singapore Art Week | Held across multiple venues island‑wide, includes exhibitions, immersive experiences and interactive activities. Start times vary; ticket prices vary (“free & paid events”); suitable for all audiences; organised by National Arts Council. |
| January 9–31 | Light to Night Festival | At Civic District venues including National Gallery Singapore, extended opening hours until late; many installations free; family‑friendly; features interactive light‑and‑sound projections and festival village with food stalls and performances. |
| January 24–March 15 | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition | Former Singapore Sports Hub Library, exact start time 11 am; tickets from S$21; for fans of all ages; includes life‑size recreations, interactive zones and original sketches. |
| January 23–25 | ART SG 2026 | Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, runs 11 am–7 pm; ticket required (general admission); for art lovers and collectors; features galleries, installations, film, panel discussions and live performances. |
| January 17 | RITUAL feat. Paramida (Love On The Rocks) | Held at RASA, starting from 6 pm; tickets from S$30; 18+; headlined by Panorama Bar resident Paramida with support from HBN, Kevin Sy and BillTong. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-24 | Economic development | Singapore to invest over S$1 billion in public AI research through 2030 | Singapore government plans to invest more than S$1 billion (US$785 million) in AI research between now and 2030 to bolster technological capabilities and global competitiveness, as announced in late January by national authorities and reported by Times of India. |
| 2026-01-21 | Public transport update | LTA resets bus ETA system after technical faults; services unaffected | Land Transport Authority reset the bus Expected Time of Arrival system from 8 pm on 21 January due to intermittent on‑board transmission faults first detected around 10 January, causing inaccurate arrival estimates; bus service frequencies remain unchanged and updates are ongoing, as stated by LTA. |
| 2026-01-17 | Public transport performance | MRT reliability dips in 2025 but punctuality improves marginally | Data released 16 January by LTA shows total mean train‑km between failures across five MRT lines dropped from 1.982 million in 2024 to 1.606 million in 2025, though punctuality rose from 99.35 % to 99.38 %; only Circle Line saw improved reliability across measured lines. |
| 2026-01-17 | Infrastructure/Transport | Circle Line tunnel repairs begin, affect travel times | From 17 January, LTA started tunnel‑strengthening along Circle Line; passengers on affected stretches may face up to 30‑minute added delays during peak hours until 19 April; shuttle trains, additional bus services and station staff are deployed to aid approximately 480,000 commuters. |
| 2026-01-12 | Cultural event | Pongal celebrated; PM invites public to festivities | On 14 January, PM Lawrence Wong encouraged citizens to join Tamil community celebrations of Pongal and Makar Sankranti at Little India or Indian Heritage Centre; events highlighted inclusive participation in the harvest festival. |
| 2026-01-12 | Public transport planning | Driverless shuttle trials begin in Punggol | From 12 January, resident trials commenced for autonomous shuttles in Punggol by WeRide in partnership with Grab and supported by LTA; vehicles have logged over 10,000 km without incident and roll‑out aims for up to 150 vehicles by end of 2026. |
| 2026-01-15 | Infrastructure project | Contract awarded for DTL extension tunnelling works | On 15 January, LTA awarded S$326 million contract to Woh Hup and Underground Technology joint venture for tunnelling between Sungei Kadut and DE1 MRT stations; construction to begin Q2 2026 aiming toward DTL extension opening by 2035. |
| 2026-01-12 | Public transport planning | Road and transport changes ahead of Singapore Airshow 2026 | From 26 January to 6 Feb, road closures at Changi Exhibition Centre and traffic re‑routing will support Singapore Airshow (3–8 Feb); bus service 35 diverted, free shuttles introduced, flag‑down taxis with S$18 location surcharge, and drop‑off/pick‑up logistics adjusted as per organiser guidance. |
Originally published: 2026-01-16T20:47:37.042976
Current Events in Singapore in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 17 | Tomorrow X Together World Tour | Venue: Singapore Expo Hall 7 in the Expo area; Start time: evening (two shows likely); Ticket price: (varied, not specified); Audience: general/pop fans; One notable specific: K‑Pop group Tomorrow X Together headlining. |
| January 17 | In Each Hand A Cutlass – The Kraken: 10 Years On | Venue: Esplanade Annexe Studio at the Esplanade area; Start time: 7 PM; Ticket price: from $35; Audience: 18+; One notable specific: band In Each Hand A Cutlass celebrating their album The Kraken. |
| January 18 | Venu Nadam: The Festive Trail | Venue: The Arts House at the Old Parliament — Chamber in Civic District; Start time: 7:30 PM; Ticket price: $35; Audience: general; One notable specific: performed by The Vamshika Quintet under creative direction of Niranjan Pandian. |
| January 18 | TUNE YOUR DRUMS | Venue: *SCAPE Ground Theatre in Orchard/River Valley area; Start times: 5 PM & 8 PM; Ticket price: $15; Audience: general; One notable specific: sound artist Syafiq Halid blending electronic music with traditional Malay percussion. |
| January 23–25 | ART SG | Venue: various locations (Marina Bay Sands area); Start times: varied; Ticket price: varied (some free, some paid); Audience: general/art‑interested; One notable specific: vibrant installations and hands‑on exhibits transforming the space into a creative canvas. |
| January 24 | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition | Venue: Former Singapore Sports Hub Library in Kallang; Start time: opens during day; Ticket price: from SGD 21; Audience: anime fans/general; One notable specific: immersive full‑scale Mugen Train replica. |
| January 22–31 | Singapore Art Week | Venue: various locations across city; Start times: varied; Ticket price: free & paid events; Audience: general/art lovers; One notable specific: over 100 events including gallery openings and installations. |
| January 9–31 | Light to Night Festival | Venue: Civic District (National Gallery, Arts House, etc.); Start times: evenings; Ticket price: free (with some ticketed programmes); Audience: general/families; One notable specific: largest architectural light show projections on cultural buildings. |
| January 14 | Pongal Festival Celebration | Venue: Little India and Indian Heritage Centre in Little India area; Start time: daytime; Ticket price: free; Audience: general/families; One notable specific: invitation by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to celebrate Tamil harvest festival. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-15 | Infrastructure / Transport | LTA awards $326 million contract for Downtown Line extension tunnels | On 2026‑01‑15 the Land Transport Authority awarded a S$326 million contract to a joint venture between Woh Hup Engineering and Underground Technology for construction of approximately 1 km mainline tunnels and depot connection beneath Sungei Kadut Avenue/Way and Woodlands Road. Construction starts in Q2 2026 with passenger service expected in 2035, improving rail connectivity in the north‑west region. Source: The Straits Times |
| 2026-01-12 | Local Transport / Traffic | Singapore Airshow will bring road closures and public transport changes | On 2026‑01‑12 organisers announced revised road closures and traffic arrangements for the Singapore Airshow at Changi Exhibition Centre from 2026‑01‑26 to 2026‑02‑12. Affected roads include Changi Coast Road, Changi Ferry Road, Aviation Park Road and part of Tanah Merah Coast Road; Bus service 35 will operate a truncated loop, with free shuttle buses running every 10–15 minutes between Airport Logistics Park and Changi Village. Source: The Straits Times |
| 2026-01-14 | Cultural Event / Government | PM calls citizens to join Pongal celebrations at Little India | On 2026‑01‑14 Prime Minister Lawrence Wong invited all citizens to join celebrations of the Tamil harvest festival Pongal (coinciding with Makar Sankranti) at Little India and the Indian Heritage Centre, underscoring cultural unity and community engagement among Singapore’s Tamil population. Source: Economic Times (India) |
| 2026-01-09 | Public Transport / Commuter Advisory | LTA deploying shuttle trains and buses during Circle Line tunnel works | As of 2026‑01‑09, LTA confirmed that tunnel strengthening works on the Circle Line between Mountbatten, Dakota and Paya Lebar stations will run from 2026‑01‑17 to 2026‑04‑19, affecting up to 480,000 daily commuters. Shuttle trains and buses will operate during weekday peak hours to ease disruptions. Source: The Independent |
| 2026-01-13 | Transport Innovation | Autonomous shuttle trials begin in Punggol | From 2026‑01‑12, Punggol residents can test a driverless shuttle service operated by WeRide in partnership with Grab and supported by LTA. The shuttles, after logging over 10,000 km without incidents, start on a 10 km route and aim for deployment of up to 150 autonomous vehicles by end‑2026. Source: Reddit summary of Straitstimes report |
Originally published: 2026-01-07T10:06:16.814089
Current Events in Singapore in January
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| January 9 – 31 | Light to Night Singapore 2026 | A free nightly interactive light festival along the Civic District, starting around 7:30 PM with light projections on heritage buildings; family‑friendly; organized by National Gallery Singapore. |
| January 9 – 31 | VERSE 2026 | At The Arts House at the Old Parliament in Civic District, times vary; free access with ticketed programmes; literary and multisensory digital installations including interactive Brumblings. |
| January 8 – 11 | Singapore Motorshow 2026 | At Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre, Esplanade district, daily; tickets from SGD 12; automotive exhibition featuring global car brands and interactive showcases; suitable for all visitors. |
| January 10 – 11 | Accusefive “Run, Run, Run!” Live Tour Singapore | At Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level B2 Hall F; performances start in evening; tickets from SGD 98; fans of Taiwanese indie rock. |
| January 16 – March 1 | Spring Blossom at Gardens by the Bay | Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, Bayfront; opens at 9 AM; adult tickets from S$12; Year of the Horse floral and lantern display featuring handcrafted horse lanterns. |
| January 22 – 31 | Singapore Art Week 2026 | Various locations city‑wide; times vary; events both free and paid; festival showcasing exhibitions, installations and workshops with local and international artists. |
| January 22 – 25 | ART SG 2026 | Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Levels 1 & B2; VIP preview 22 Jan 2–9 PM, public days 23–25 Jan; tickets range from Standard Day Pass up to Premium+ (SGD 180–200); Southeast Asia’s leading contemporary art fair. |
| January 24 – March 15 | Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition | Former Singapore Sports Hub Library, Kallang/Stadium area; opens at 11 AM; adult tickets from SGD 21–27; immersive anime exhibition with life‑size recreations and interactive zones. |
| January 31 – February 1 | Ren Faire SG: The Origin | Fort Canning Park (Old Married Soldier’s Quarters), Fort Canning; 2 PM – 9 PM; open to all, tickets implied; Renaissance fair with live‑action roleplay, musical performances, quests and over 100 vendors. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-02 | Economy | Singapore GDP grows 4.8% in 2025, driven by AI‑related manufacturing | Full‑year GDP in 2025 rose 4.8%, its strongest since 2021, with Q4 growth at 5.7% year‑on‑year, exceeding the Ministry of Trade and Industry’s forecast of around 4.0%; growth was powered by biomedical manufacturing and AI‑related semiconductor and server demand, according to Reuters. |
| 2025-12-24 | Public Transport / Infrastructure | Transport outlook for 2026 includes self‑driving shuttles, new MRT stages, RTS Link | Straits Times reports Singapore will introduce self‑driving shuttle routes in Punggol serving three routes by early 2026; Circle Line Stage 6 (3 new stations) in 1H 2026, Thomson‑East Coast Line Stage 5 and DTL extension in 2H; RTS Link to Johor expected end‑2026. Published 2025‑12‑24. |
| 2026-01-07 | Public Transport / Traffic | Bukit Panjang LRT to close on Jan 25 for final stage renewal works | LTA announced BPLRT will close for a full day on 25 January to allow final upgrade works including migration to a refurbished control centre; 88% of renewal works completed with full completion expected in Q4 2026; shuttle bus services to run, statement by Acting Minister Jeffrey Siow on CNA. |
| 2026-01-?? | Public Transport / Traffic | Fare‑discount scheme to expand to new MRT/LRT stations with up to 80% off | Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat said from early January, additional bus services will be included in the peak‑load spreading scheme; commuters from Punggol, Sengkang, Buangkok and Hougang NEL/LRT can earn up to 80% fare discounts by shifting travel times, as announced to media in early Jan (Dec 3 interview). |
| 2026-01-05 | Infrastructure / Transport | RTS Link construction halfway complete on Singapore side, on track for 2026 | Channel NewsAsia reports construction of Johor‑Singapore RTS Link has reached about 45% completion on Singapore side; target remains to open by end‑2026, serving 10,000 passengers per hour each way, with integrated CIQ facilities at Woodlands North station. |
Originally published: 2025-12-24T08:23:55.879888
Current Events in Singapore in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| December 11–January 4 | World Christmas Market | Bayfront Event Space, Marina Bay, starts 5 PM Mon–Thu, 4 PM Fri–Sun; ticketed; family‑friendly; features Dancer’s Magical Playground live musical in themed zones |
| December 12–22 | SKULLPANDA Cage‑Uncage Showcase | National Museum Singapore, Downtown Core, 10 AM–6:30 PM; from $14; art/collectibles audience; immersive installations across six themes |
| December 12–13 | SSO Christmas Concert | Esplanade Concert Hall, Marina Bay, evening around 7:30 PM; from SG$48; family‑friendly; Singapore Symphony Orchestra with Youth & Children’s Choirs conducted by Rodolfo Barráez |
| December 13 | Christmas Boat Light‑Up Parade | Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, Sentosa coastline, evening; free; family‑friendly; over 20 yachts lit up with festive market and live music |
| December 16–20 | The Nutcracker | Esplanade Theatre, Marina Bay, afternoon and evening shows; from $73; family‑friendly; ballet by BIG Live with world‑class dancers and theatrical snow |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-23 | Economic developments | Singapore core inflation at 1.2% in November | Singapore’s core and headline inflation both stood at 1.2% year‑on‑year in November, slightly below the 1.3% forecast and unchanged from October, indicating continued moderate price pressures, according to Reuters reporting MAS data via official sources. |
| 2025-12-17 | Economic developments | Economists raise Singapore 2025 growth forecast to 4.1% | A Monetary Authority of Singapore survey of 20 economists raised the 2025 GDP growth forecast to 4.1%, up from 2.4%, driven by robust Q3 data and global tech demand; growth is projected at 2.3% in 2026, with stable inflation outlook and unchanged monetary policy expected, as reported by Reuters. |
| 2025-12-22 | Public transport / Innovation | Grab partners with Momenta and WeRide testing robotaxis in Singapore | Two autonomous mobility initiatives are underway: Grab partnering with Momenta, and WeRide (alongside Pony.ai) testing robotaxi fleets in Singapore, signaling advancement of driverless trials in city’s ride‑hailing sector, according to Reuters. |
| 2025-12-07 | Public transport | Bus diversions due to Standard Chartered Marathon | On December 7, over 30 bus services were rerouted island‑wide to accommodate road closures for the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, affecting routes across Nicoll Highway, Orchard Road, Marina Boulevard and more, reported by The Independent Singapore. |
| 2025-11-29 to 2025-12-08 | Public transport / Infrastructure | East‑West Line closures during depot connection works | Between November 29 and December 8, Simei and Tanah Merah MRT stations were closed with shuttle buses running and reduced train frequencies to allow for track connections to the East Coast Integrated Depot and new platform opening at Tanah Merah, impacting up to 180,000 daily commuters, as stated by LTA and SMRT. |
| 2025-11-26 to 2025-12-07 | Cultural events | 36th Singapore International Film Festival held | The 36th Singapore International Film Festival ran from November 26 to December 7, showcasing 121 films from 45 countries and opening with Shu Qi’s directorial debut Girl; the Best Asian Feature award went to the documentary Always, reported on Wikipedia. |
Originally published: 2025-12-11T08:34:08.563093
Current Events in Singapore in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 5 December | Roselia ASIA TOUR「Neuweltfahrt」 | The Star Theatre in Marine Parade hosts this concert; starts evening; tickets S$88–S$238; audience: anime/music fans; features band Roselia from “BanG Dream!” on their Asia Tour. |
| 6–7 December | Christmas at the Stables | At a stable venue in Mount Pleasant; daytime hours; tickets vary; family‑friendly; meet EQUAL’s therapy horses, enjoy games, workshops, live music and festive photo opportunities. |
| 6–7 December | Singapore Comic Con | Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Marina Bay Sands; typically runs all day; tickets S$38–S$288; pop‑culture audiences; includes cosplay competitions, panels, anime stage performances, Godzilla & Ultraman appearances. |
| 11–14 December | Singapore Cat Festival | Location: likely central expo area; daytime; tickets not specified; cat‑lovers; features local cat product vendors, artists, and feline‑focused activities over a weekend. |
| 11 December–4 January | Togetherland by World Christmas Market | Marina Bay Event Centre; daily hours; tickets unspecified; family‑friendly; themed zones representing Christmas constellations, performances, craft markets, global flavours and community attractions. |
| 12 December–11 January | ACC9SS PAC‑MAN Carnival | Palawan Green, Sentosa; daytime and evening; tickets S$5.90–S$25; families and gamers; Southeast Asia’s first and largest PAC‑MAN Carnival with life‑sized maze, giant‑screen battles, arcade games and themed merch. |
| 16–20 December | The Nutcracker | Esplanade Theatre in Marina Bay area; evenings (and possibly matinees); tickets S$73–S$173; family‑friendly/culture lovers; classic Tchaikovsky ballet featuring Clara, toy soldiers, snow scenes and sugar‑plum fairies. |
| Late December (31 December) | Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2026 | Marina Bay Waterfront; starts evening, ends after midnight; free general entry; all ages; includes live performances, floating displays and iconic fireworks at midnight to welcome 2026. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-05 | Public Transport | MRT passengers say info on minor delays will reach them too late with new ‘localised’ alerts | Commuters criticised LTA’s new approach of limiting minor MRT delay notifications to affected stations rather than broader social media channels. The move applies to disruptions under 30 minutes; passengers say the change reduces advance planning ability, may cause delays or extra costs. Source: The Straits Times (reported via The Star) |
| 2025-11-29 to 2025-12-08 | Public Transport | Crowds, longer travel times expected during Nov 29‑Dec 8 closure of Simei, Tanah Merah MRT stations | Land Transport Authority advised commuters of closures of Simei and Tanah Merah stations from Nov 29 to Dec 8 to enable East‑West Line works. Shuttle buses run 3–5 min and ~10 min; journey times may increase up to 30 minutes. SMRT staff and signage to assist travellers. Source: The Straits Times (reported via LTA announcement) |
| 2025-12-07 | Cultural Event | 36th Singapore International Film Festival opens | The 36th Singapore International Film Festival took place from Nov 26 to Dec 7, showcasing 121 films from 45 countries, opening with Shu Qi’s directorial debut “Girl”; Best Asian Feature award presented to documentary Always. Source: Wikipedia entry updated 2 days ago |
| 2025-12-11 | Education | Singapore tightens school rules; devices to be locked away from 2026 | The government announced that from January 2026, secondary school students must keep smartphones and smartwatches locked away for the entire school day (not just lesson times) to reduce digital distractions and support well‑being. Source: Times of India (IndiaTimes), published last week |
| 2025-12-?? | Local Business/Economy | Temasek and GIC under scrutiny for returns; Temasek to restructure | Financial Times reports scrutiny of Temasek and GIC’s recent underwhelming investment returns. Temasek is restructuring into three entities and reducing early‑stage venture investments; both funds’ performance is critical to around 20 % of national budget. Source: Financial Times, published 6 days ago |
| 2025-12-02 | Local Business/Startup | 18‑year‑old launches AI startup while still in school | Ace Yip He Hua, an 18‑year‑old high‑schooler in Singapore, launched a career‑tech AI startup in July 2025 to aid graduate recruitment globally. Balancing school and managing an international team, she plans to attend university after a gap year. Source: Business Insider, published 3 days ago |
Originally published: 2025-11-28T11:53:52.515966
Current Events in Singapore in December
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| December 5, 2025 | Living Earth Festival Where Urban Life Meets The Roots Of Nature | At 72‑13 Mohamed Sultan Road in the city, this family‑friendly festival starts at 10:00 AM and features nature‑inspired art, urban gardening workshops and eco‑learning activities; ticket price not specified, notable for celebrating the link between city living and environmental awareness. |
| December 6–7, 2025 | Singapore Marathon | Held on city streets across Singapore (various neighborhoods), starting early morning with full, half, 10 K and 5 K races; ticketed (race entry fees apply), open to all ages, notable as a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race attracting international runners. |
| December 10, 2025 | Doja Cat Tour Ma Vie | At Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, show starts at 8:00 PM; ticketed, audience 18+ (concert setting), notable for being Grammy‑winning artist Doja Cat’s first headline performance in Singapore on her Tour Ma Vie. |
| December 11–January 4, 2026 | World Christmas Market | At The Promontory @ Marina Bay in the Bayfront district, daily from 11:00 AM to evening; ticketed, family‑friendly, notable for its “A Christmas Constellation” immersive zones including international eats and festive performances. |
| December 11, 2025 | Disney’s Beauty and the Beast | At Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands in Marina Bay, showtimes vary starting December 11; ticketed, family‑friendly musical by a Tony‑nominated creative team, notable as the musical’s only stop in Asia that season. |
| December 12–January 11, 2026 | PAC‑MAN Carnival | At Palawan Green on Sentosa Island, open daytime to evening; tickets from SGD 2.90, family‑friendly, notable for immersive PAC‑MAN mazes, themed carnival games, and a New Year’s Eve countdown with fireworks. |
| December 14, 2025 | Han Seung Woo – Chill on Stage | At *SCAPE The Ground Theatre in Somerset, performances at 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM; ticketed (sold out), audience 18+ (concert), notable for featuring VICTON’s Han Seung‑woo with fan interactions including selfies and signings. |
| December 14, 2025 | Jimmy O. Yang – Big & Tall Tour | At Singapore Indoor Stadium in Kallang, starts at 8:00 PM; ticketed, audience 18+, notable for comedian Jimmy O. Yang known from Silicon Valley and Crazy Rich Asians delivering a night of stand‑up. |
| December 14 & 20, 2025 | Singapore Cup Semi‑Final First and Second Legs | At Jalan Besar Stadium in Kallang, matches on these dates (evening kick‑offs); ticketed, suitable for all ages, notable for being the knockout tournament semi‑finals determining finalists for this season. |
| December 26–27?, 2025 | Thai Take Over Vol 3 Feat. Barbiemozz MC Mukzalin & Highness | At Minami in the city on December 13? (discrepancy), starts 10:00 PM; ticketed, audience 18+, notable for featuring Barbiemozz, MC Mukzalin & Highness in a Thai music takeover. Dates per source: December 13, at 10 PM. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-25 | Public safety / Tech regulation | Singapore orders Google, Apple to curb govt impersonation on messaging services | The Ministry of Home Affairs directed Apple and Google on Nov 25 to block or filter spoofed “gov.sg” sender IDs on iMessage and Google Messages by Nov 30. Profile names of unknown senders must be less prominent or hidden. The move responds to a spike in scams: $126.5 million lost in impersonation fraud in H1 2025, versus $67.2 million in same period 2024, with 1,762 vs 589 cases. The Straits Times / MHA. |
| 2025-11-17 | Law / Digital | Singapore orders access to MalaysiaNow to be blocked after website fails to comply with Pofma direction | On Nov 17, the MHA and Ministry of Digital Development ordered ISPs to block access to Malaysian news portal MalaysiaNow after it ignored a correction direction under POFMA regarding a Nov 9 article on a drug courier’s treatment. MalaysiaNow declined to publish required correction notices. The Straits Times / MHA. |
| 2025-11-15 | Law / Digital | Pofma correction order issued to MalaysiaNow over article about drug courier’s treatment | On Nov 15, the POFMA Office issued a correction direction to MalaysiaNow over false statements in its Nov 9 article about executed drug courier Pannir Selvam Pranthaman. The notice must appear alongside the article, and on associated posts on Facebook, X and LinkedIn. The Straits Times / MHA. |
| 2025-11-17 | Climate / Policy | Singapore preparing its inaugural national adaptation plan, says Grace Fu at COP30 | At COP30 in Belem on Nov 17, Environment Minister Grace Fu announced Singapore will develop its first national adaptation plan over five years to guide resilience measures against climate impacts such as sea‑level rise and heat stress. The plan will be a long‑term roadmap for enhancing national climate resilience. The Straits Times / MSE. |
| 2025-11-12 | Cyber‑security / Governance | Board members of critical services operators will soon be required to undergo cyber security training | On Nov 12, Minister Josephine Teo stated board members of operators in Singapore’s 11 critical sectors (energy, healthcare, telecom, finance, media, etc.) will be mandated to undergo cyber‑security training, with legal codification expected in Q1 2026. CISOs must have direct board access under updated Cybersecurity Code of Practice. The Straits Times. |
| 2025-11-05 | Law / Workplace | Parliament passed the Online Safety (Relief and Accountability) Bill on Nov 5, after over eight hours of debate involving 23 MPs. The law enables establishment of an Online Safety Commission by June 2026 that can issue takedown orders, restrict accounts or allow victims to post replies, aiming to accelerate redress for online harms. The Straits Times / Info‑comm Media Development Authority. | |
| 2025-11-05 | Law / Workplace | On Nov 4, Parliament passed the second Workplace Fairness Bill establishing a framework against workplace discrimination, with internal resolution and mediation encouraged. Courts may dismiss meritless claims and award costs. The Act is expected to take effect by end‑2027. The Straits Times. | |
| 2025-11-24 | Economy | On Nov 24, data showed Singapore’s core inflation rose 1.2 % year‑on‑year in October, exceeding the 0.7 % forecast and up from 0.4 % in September. Headline inflation also at 1.2 % beat estimates. The central bank kept policy settings unchanged and projects 2025 core inflation average at 0.5 % and headline between 0.5–1.0 %. Reuters / central bank. | |
| 2025-11-04 (updated Nov 14) | Environment / Agriculture | Minister Grace Fu announced on Nov 4 (updated Nov 14) that Singapore will shift from its 2030 “30 by 30” food‑production goal to a revised 2035 target: produce 20 % of fibre (leafy greens, beansprouts, mushrooms) and 30 % of protein (eggs, seafood) domestically. In 2024, local fibre output was 8 %, protein 26 %. The Government will examine shared‑service farm hubs to cut costs. The Straits Times / SFA. | |
| 2025-11-07 | Politics / Diplomacy | Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul made a one‑day visit to Singapore on Nov 7 at PM Wong’s invitation marking 60 years of diplomatic ties. Agreements on food security and healthcare were signed. He met President Tharman, PM Wong, and visited the National Orchid Garden where an orchid hybrid was named for him. The Straits Times / MFA. |
Originally published: 2025-11-20T08:08:56.082402
Current Events in Singapore in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-07 to 2025-11-16 | Singapore Writers Festival 2025 | Held at The Arts House and nearby venues in central district, starts various times per session, ticketed and free programmes, audience: general public including literary enthusiasts, one notable: features international and local authors. |
| 2025-11-14 | Qiu Hai Zheng Concert 2025 Singapore | At Esplanade Theatre in the Marina Bay area, starts evening (exact time unknown), tickets SGD88, audience: fans of Mandopop, one notable: performance by legendary Taiwanese singer Donna Chiu. |
| 2025-11-15 to 2025-11-16 | Cards Collectibles Asia 2025 | At *SCAPE, Orchard district, runs daytime over two days with varying hours, free entry, audience: collectors and trading‑card enthusiasts, one notable: appearance by illustrator Yuka Morii. |
| 2025-11-15 | Kings of Bass presents IMANU | At MDLR, downtown core, 21:00 to 03:00, tickets price unspecified, audience: 18+, one notable: headliner Dutch‑Surinamese producer Imanu. |
| 2025-11-17 | Teddy Swims | The Star Theatre in Buona Vista, evening performance time unspecified, ticket price unspecified, audience: general music fans, one notable: Grammy‑nominated soul/pop artist Teddy Swims. |
| 2025-11-18 | Mew: The Farewell Shows | At Esplanade Theatre, Esplanade area, evening time unspecified, tickets price unspecified, audience: fans of indie/prog‑rock, one notable: Danish band Mew on their final Singapore performance. |
| 2025-11-21 to 2025-11-23 | Jacky Cheung Concert 2025 Singapore | At Singapore Indoor Stadium, Kallang, concert nights running evening times, tickets SGD168, audience: Cantopop fans, one notable: legendary singer Jacky Cheung performing classics. |
| 2025-11-22 | DOLLA Concert 2025 Singapore | At Capitol Theatre in City Hall district, evening performance time unspecified, tickets SGD88, audience: pop/R&B fans, one notable: Malaysia’s girl group DOLLA on their Good Girls Gone Bad Tour. |
| 2025-11-23 | N.Flying Concert 2025 | At Mediacorp Theatre in Buona Vista, evening time unspecified, tickets SGD118, audience: K‑pop fans, one notable: N.Flying celebrating their 10th anniversary. |
| 2025-11-25 | Blue – Live in Asia 2025 | The Theatre at Mediacorp, Buona Vista, evening time unspecified, tickets from SGD118, audience: general pop fans, one notable: British boy band Blue performing ‘All Rise’, etc. |
| 2025-11-25 | Jeremy Zucker – World Tour 2025 | At Capitol Theatre, City Hall, evening time unspecified, tickets from SGD228, audience: indie‑pop fans, one notable: singer‑songwriter Jeremy Zucker promoting album Garden State. |
| 2025-11-26 | Passenger – Asia Tour | At Capitol Theatre, City Hall, evening time unspecified, tickets from SGD98, audience: acoustic‑folk fans, one notable: Passenger returning after nearly a decade. |
| 2025-11-27 | Bright Eyes – Live in Singapore | At Capitol Theatre, City Hall, starts 19:30, tickets from SGD108, audience: indie rock fans, one notable: Bright Eyes performing classics and new material. |
| 2025-11-28 to 2025-11-30 | BLACKPINK Concert 2025 | At National Stadium, Kallang, starts around 19:30, tickets SGD168, audience: 18+ K‑pop fans, one notable: BLACKPINK’s DEADLINE world tour performances. |
| 2025-11-30 | Synaesthesia: A Multisensory Experience | National Library Bugis in Bugis district, daytime hours unspecified, free entry, audience: family‑friendly, one notable: Ars Nova Ensemble with live visual art. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-15 | Public transport updates | LTA launches largest commuter engagement exercise | On 2025‑11‑15, the Land Transport Authority initiated its largest nationwide public consultation on the Land Transport Master Plan at Our Tampines Hub. Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow announced measures including rail network expansion, more cycling paths, infrastructure upgrades and clean‑energy vehicle shift. Youth groups can apply for grants up to $7,000 under the Young ChangeMakers – Caring SG Commuters initiative. Reported by The Straits Times. |
| 2025-11-14 | Public transport updates | LTA publishes new rail reliability indicators | On 2025‑11‑14, LTA released three new rail reliability indicators: train punctuality at 99.16 %, scheduled distance covered at 99.83 %, and disruption impact. Seven disruptions over 30 minutes occurred from Oct 2024 to Sep 2025; a major NEL power fault affected over 50,000 passengers. Reported by The Straits Times. |
| 2025-11-19 (announced) | Public transport updates | Bus diversions for National Gallery opening celebrations | SMRT announced that from 2025‑11‑25 to 2025‑11‑29, bus services 75, 167 and 961 will be diverted around National Gallery due to road closures along Connaught Drive, Fullerton Road, Beach Road and Parliament Place. Reported by The Straits Times. |
| 2025-11‑2025 (ongoing) | Infrastructure projects | East Coast Integrated Depot nearing completion | The East Coast Integrated Depot, serving MRT lines EWL, DTL and TEL plus bus operations, remains under construction with expected opening in second half of 2026. It will be first-of-its-kind in Singapore integrating rail and bus depots. Info from Wikipedia updated recently. |
| 2025‑11 (ongoing) | Infrastructure projects | Feasibility studies continue for Tengah and Seletar MRT lines | As of November 2025, ongoing feasibility studies for the proposed Tengah Line and Seletar Line continue, with potential operations mid‑2040s; more details expected early 2026, said Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow. Source: Wikipedia page on Mass Rapid Transit (Singapore). |
| 2025‑11 (ongoing) | Infrastructure projects | Marina Bay Sands breaks ground on new tower | Las Vegas Sands began construction on a new standalone 55‑storey tower for Marina Bay Sands on 2025‑07‑16, part of a S$10.3 billion expansion including 570 luxury suites, MICE space and a SkyPark. Room renovations for existing structures completed early 2025. Source: Wikipedia page on Marina Bay Sands. |
Originally published: 2025-11-10T08:44:20.750992
Current Events in Singapore in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 7–16 | Singapore Writers Festival 2025 | Held at The Arts House & various venues in the city centre, sessions start around mid‑day/evenings; tickets from S$20 per session—festival passes available; family‑friendly; notable participants include local and international authors and poets exploring the theme “Beyond Boundaries.” |
| November 8–1 Jan 2026 | Christmas on A Great Street | Strung along Orchard Road, nightly light‑up shows and Christmas Village with snowfall projections and live music; free entry; family‑friendly; organized by city tourism authorities for festive shoppers and strollers. |
| November 10–4 Jan 2026 | Sentosa x Wicked: For Good | From Sentosa Sensoryscape to Resorts World Sentosa, daytime‑into‑night installations and themed dining; free entry (charges for selected attractions); suitable for families and couples; inspired by the Wicked/Oz story. |
| November 14–16 | Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2025 | F1 Pit Building, Republic Boulevard; public hours vary by day (e.g., 11 am–9 pm); tickets from S$28 standard, concessions available; general audience; over 90 galleries with contemporary artworks priced under S$15,000, includes creative workshops. |
| November 15–16 | National Gallery Singapore’s 10th Birthday Bash | National Gallery Singapore, Downtown Core, exhibitions free for this weekend (e.g., 10 am–10 pm); free admission; all ages; features market stalls by local brands, DJs, and art‑themed celebrations. |
| November 22–23 | Boutiques Singapore: The Gifting Edition | F1 Pit Building, Republic Boulevard; daily opening times unspecified; tickets from S$6; general audience; over 300 local boutique brands showcasing lifestyle, homeware, fashion items—holiday shopping focus. |
| November 23 | Run For Hope 2025 | Marina Barrage; morning start (likely around 7 am for run options of 3.5 km and 10 km); registration fee applies; family‑friendly; organized to support cancer research with scenic Marina Bay route. |
| November 23–30 | Singapore International Film Festival | Multiple locations including cinemas and theatres across the city; screening times throughout days and evenings; tickets from S$10; general audience; features 121 films from 45 countries, opens with Shu Qi’s directorial debut Girl. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-01 | Cultural Events / Heritage | New ArCH Square heritage centre opens for archaeology and intangible cultural heritage | ArCH Square officially opened on November 1 at 125 Jalan Sultan as a two-storey centre managed by HeritageSG to showcase archaeology and intangible cultural heritage, featuring exhibits like Pulau Ubin artefacts and floral displays plus workshops including sirih junjung making, with curated exhibition “Floralscapes” running until January 2026, announced by National Heritage Board via The Straits Times. |
| 2025-10-12 | Public Transport / Bus Services | Six new bus services launched in Bukit Panjang, Punggol and Tengah | From October 26 and November 10–17, Land Transport Authority rolled out six new services—including 104 between Punggol Coast and Woodleigh from Oct 26, service 44 to Changi Airport from Nov 10, and services 451/452/453 in Tengah from Nov 17—and five new City Direct services, under the $900 million Bus Connectivity Enhancement Programme to improve MRT access and reduce travel times, reported The Straits Times. |
| 2025-11-04 | Public Transport / Toll Systems | Tolls at land checkpoints to be auto‑deducted after full OBU migration | On November 4, LTA announced that over 80 percent of vehicles have installed the new ERP 2.0 OBU units, and once migration completes, tolls at land checkpoints will be automatically deducted via contactless payment via CEPAS card or linked payment account, improving cross‑border travel convenience, stated by LTA Group Director Vehicle Services in The Straits Times forum. |
Originally published: 2025-10-31T08:32:05.711313
Current Events in Singapore in November
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| November 1–10, 2025 | Singapore Writers Festival | The Arts House, Civic District & nearby venues; sessions start around midday, timings vary per programme; ticket price varies (SG Culture Pass applicable); family‑friendly and literature fans; notable headliner Ken Liu delivering the festival keynote talk |
| November 6–28, 2025 | Catch The Holiday Magic at Suntec City’s Pokémon Adventure | Suntec City Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), Downtown Core; daily 11 am–9 pm; free admission; family‑friendly; notable specific: meet‑and‑greet with Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax and the starter trio |
| November 8–9, 2025 | Champagne Festival 2025 | Jewel Changi Airport, Changi; times vary likely afternoon to evening; ticket price unspecified (implied paid tastings); adults; notable: over 100 Champagne houses offering curated tastings |
| November 15, 2025 | Sundown Marathon | F1 Pit Building, Kallang; kicks off at dusk (around 7 pm), race durations vary; ticket price unspecified (implied registration fee); runners and sports enthusiasts; notable: Asia’s largest night marathon with hydration booths and cooling zones |
| November 21–30, 2025 | Singapore International Film Festival | Multiple venues including Golden Village outlets, Sands Theatre, National Gallery Singapore, Oldham Theatre, Civic District; screening times vary per film; tickets start from S$10; film‑going audience; notable: opens with Shu Qi’s directorial debut Girl |
| November 24–December 15, 2025 | Just For Laughs Singapore | Venues across the city, Civic District and beyond; showtimes vary evening onwards; ticket price unspecified; adults and comedy fans; notable performers include Eddie Izzard and Jimmy O. Yang |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-15 | Public safety / Transport | No action warranted against SMRT staff after six‑day train disruption | On October 15 the TSIB found a failure in the hotbox axle temperature detection system where an 118 °C alert displayed as “Null ID” and was dismissed by a Rolling Stock Controller not trained for such alerts. Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow said no further action is warranted. Report by local commenters on Reddit reflects official findings shared by TSIB and LTA. |
| 2025-10-15 | Transport / Infrastructure | LTA taps Nokia for rail CCTV upgrade across 50‑plus stations | On October 15 the Land Transport Authority appointed Nokia with Hitachi Rail to upgrade CCTV on over 50 train stations using IP/MPLS and fibre‑optic LAN, reducing cabling by up to 70 % and power use by 40 %, supporting speeds up to 25 Gbit/s, to improve monitoring of over 3.65 million daily riders. |
| 2025-10-14 | Public transport | Public transport fare increase by ~5 % | As of October 14 riders on Singapore public transport face a fare hike: adult card fares are raised by about 9–10 cents per trip, amounting to roughly a 5 % overall increase, lower than the 6 % rise in 2024, as discussed by commuters on Reddit. |
| 2025-10-20 | Cultural events | Diwali celebration confirmed for October 20 | Diwali in 2025 in Singapore is confirmed for October 20, with Lakshmi Puja conducted in auspicious Pradosh Kaal and Vrishabha Kaal. Celebrations are expected in neighbourhoods including Little India, Yishun, Serangoon, and Changi, blending religious rites with cultural festivity. |
| 2025-10-31 | Cultural event | Eighth Singapore Biennale opens | The eighth Singapore Biennale opens on October 31 and runs until March 29 2026. Anchored by the concept “pure intention,” it explores Singapore’s changing urban landscape with contributions from local and regional curators and collectives such as Hyphen—, Asian Film Archive, and Hothouse. |
| 2025‑10‑?* | Local business | Singapore emerging as luxury retail hub | Published about three weeks ago (October 10), Singapore is solidifying its role as a regional luxury retail hub. High‑end flagships and immersive stores from brands like Gucci, Chanel, Hermès are opening in Marina Bay Sands and Orchard Road. Innovative retail precincts like Weave (Sentosa) and New Bahru integrate lifestyle, digital tech, RFID/VR, and sustainability into shopping experiences. |
| 2025‑10‑26 | Transport / Travel | Singapore Airlines–Vietnam Airlines codeshare starts October 26 | Singapore Airlines and Vietnam Airlines enter codeshare from October 26, increasing flight options between the countries. Tickets became available from October 10 via both carriers’ sales channels and travel agents, improving regional air connectivity. |
| 2025‑10‑01 to 04 | Sports | 2025 Espirito Santo Trophy held in Singapore | The women’s World Amateur Team Championship for the Espirito Santo Trophy took place October 1–4 at Tanah Merah Country Club’s Tampines Course. The United States team clinched their 15th title in a tie‑break. Venue hosted 36 teams and 108 players, and featured a dramatic birdie and tiebreak on the final hole. |
Originally published: 2025-10-23T11:09:26.633155
Current Events in Singapore in October
| Date | Title | Details |
|---|---|---|
| October 20 | Deepavali Festival | Held across neighborhoods such as Little India, Serangoon, Yishun and Changi starting in the evening, free, family‑friendly, featuring glowing arch and lantern decorations celebrating the Festival of Lights. |
| October 9–12 | Singapore Coffee Week | At Plaza Singapura in the city centre, daily from 10 AM to 10 PM, ticket price varies (entry includes tastings and workshops), for coffee lovers and families, includes barista championships and home‑roasting championship. |
| October 10–12 | Singapore Ink Show 2025 | At Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 405/406, 12 PM–9 PM, admission from S$30 (free for children 12 and below), open to all ages, featuring live tattooing sessions, contests, street art and live music. |
| October 11–12 | Purrsa Malam | At Wisma Geylang Serai, daytime hours, free, family‑friendly, includes cat adoption drives, cat‑inspired crafts and food stalls for cat lovers. |
| October 31 | Cinewav Halloween Outdoor Screening | At Marina at Keppel Bay in the evening, free, for general audience, outdoor horror‑classic film screening with food trucks and Halloween cocktails. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-21 | Public safety / Government | Government to share classified cyber threat intelligence with critical sectors | On 2025‑10‑21, Coordinating Minister for National Security K. Shanmugam announced that Singapore will begin sharing classified cyber threat intelligence with critical infrastructure sectors including energy, telecommunications and finance to bolster national security, unveiled at the opening of Singapore International Cyber Week, according to The Straits Times. |
| 2025-10-15 | Legal / Media regulation | New online safety commission bill introduced to regulate harmful content | On 2025‑10‑15, a new bill was tabled in Parliament to establish an online safety commission empowered to direct social media platforms to restrict harmful content, order ISPs to block access, allow victims to reply, and ban offenders—addressing cyber‑bullying, child pornography and similar online harms, per Reuters. |
| 2025-10-10 | Business / Retail | Singapore solidifies role as luxury retail hub with new immersive brand launches | Published 2025‑10‑10, Vogue Business reports that Singapore’s luxury retail landscape is expanding with major brands like Gucci launching its “La Famiglia” capsule collection, Coach unveiling a bar and coffee shop at Resorts World Sentosa, and experiential activations by Hermès and Chanel in malls such as Marina Bay Sands and ION Orchard, underscoring its growing regional retail prominence. |
| 2025-10-16 | Transport / Infrastructure | LTA taps Nokia to upgrade CCTV network across rail system | On 2025‑10‑15, Nokia was selected by the Land Transport Authority to upgrade CCTV infrastructure across more than 50 MRT stations using fiber‑optic LAN and IP/MPLS technologies, reducing cabling by 70% and power consumption by 40%, enhancing real‑time monitoring across a network serving over 3.65 million daily rail passengers, per public forum report citing the announcement. |
| 2025-10-31 | Cultural / Exhibition | Singapore Biennale 2025 set to open themed “pure intention” | The eighth Singapore Biennale will run from 2025‑10‑31 to 2026‑03‑29, exploring Singapore’s evolving urban landscape through global artistic narratives. Curated by Duncan Bass, Hsu Fang‑Tze, Ong Puay Khim and Selene Yap, it features contributors such as Asian Film Archive and Hyphen—, per Wikipedia. |
Originally published: 2025-10-14T21:29:42.149346
Current Events in Singapore in October
| Date | Event | Location / Notes |
| October 11–12, 2025 | TWICE “THIS IS FOR” World Tour Concert | Singapore Indoor Stadium – K‑pop sensation live performances |
| October 11–12, 2025 | Purrsa Malam Cat‑themed Night Market | Wisma Geylang Serai – food, crafts, cat adoption drive |
| Until October 12, 2025 | Mid‑Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay | Lanterns, Garden Rhapsody light‑sound show at Supertree Grove |
| Until October 12, 2025 | Lights by the Lake at Jurong Lake Gardens | Lantern displays, music, performances in Chinese/Japanese Garden |
| October 9–12, 2025 | Singapore Coffee Week | Plaza Singapura – cafés, roasters, barista events |
| October 10–12, 2025 | Mummys Market Baby Fair | Singapore Expo – products for mothers and infants |
| October 10–12, 2025 | TLM Food Expo | Singapore Expo – local/international food booths |
| October 16–17, 2025 | Next In Vogue 2025 | At The Mill – Vogue Singapore’s anniversary event with exhibits and fashion |
| October 18–19, 2025 | NCT DREAM “The Dream Show 4” Concert | Singapore Indoor Stadium – high‑energy K‑pop performances |
| October 24–25, 2025 | Earthopia Fest 2025 | Dhoby Ghaut Green – sustainability, art installations, music, eco bazaar |
| October 24–26, 2025 | Singapore Airlines Time to Fly Travel Fair | Suntec Singapore Convention Centre – travel deals, lucky draws |
| Until November 1, 2025 | Haw Par Villa 4! Halloween at Haw Par Villa | Haw Par Villa – immersive haunted zones and ghost tours |
| Until November 1, 2025 | Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 13 | Sentosa – haunted houses, themed scare zones |
These are the key upcoming events in Singapore over the next 14 days (from October 14 to October 28, 2025) that are great for visitors. Let me know if you’d like details on any—such as ticketing, schedules or highlights.
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-14 | Crime / Legal | Singapore to cane scammers and mules under tightened laws | Proposed criminal law amendments include mandatory caning for those involved in scams and scam syndicates amid rising scam-related losses. |
| 2025-10-14 | Economy / Trade | Implementation date for U.S. tariff on Singapore pharma exports postponed | The U.S. delayed a planned 100% tariff on Singapore’s branded pharmaceuticals to allow time for exemption discussions. |
| 2025-10-14 | Economy / Monetary Policy | Singapore keeps monetary policy unchanged as growth remains firm | MAS held its exchange‑rate policy steady after Q3 GDP beat expectations with 2.9% growth. |
| 2025-10-08 | Diplomacy / Public Safety | Australia’s Albanese raises deadly Optus emergency call outage with Singapore PM | Australian PM discussed a fatal Optus outage with Singapore’s PM and both agreed on corporate accountability and strengthened bilateral ties. |
| 2025-10-09 | Business / Energy | Singapore distillates stocks jump to above 10 million barrels | Middle distillates stockpiles rose to a three‑month high of 10.1 million barrels due to decreased exports and increased imports. |
| 2025-10-04 | Economy / Finance | Investors in Singapore cautious going into 2025 | A report found local investors are more conservative amid global volatility, with growing interest in crypto and optimism around AI despite tech constraints. |
Originally published: 2025-10-05T14:20:08.657144
Current Events in Singapore in October
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix | October 5, 2025 | Marina Bay Street Circuit | Experience the thrill of the night race as top drivers compete on the illuminated city streets. George Russell secured pole position for Mercedes. |
| ENHYPEN – Walk the Line Tour | October 3–5, 2025 | Singapore Indoor Stadium | K-pop sensation ENHYPEN brings their dynamic performances to Singapore for three nights. |
| AutumnFest | October 4–5, 2025 | Suntec Convention Centre, Level 3 Concourse 2 & 3 | Singapore’s largest AutumnFest featuring cultural showcases, workshops, and a Thai Inhaler Customisation Workshop. |
| Health Fest 2025 | October 3–5, 2025 | Singapore EXPO Hall 5B | A three-day event with fitness activities, health checks, expert talks, and live performances. |
| Mid-Autumn Family FUN (MAFF) 2025 | October 4–5, 2025 | Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre & Singapore Chinese Orchestra | Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with performances, workshops, moon gazing, and craft activities. |
| Mariah Carey – Celebration of Mimi Tour | October 8, 2025 | ARENA @ EXPO | Enjoy Mariah Carey’s iconic hits in her Singapore concert. |
| TWICE – This Is For World Tour | October 11–12, 2025 | Singapore Indoor Stadium | K-pop group TWICE returns with an immersive stage experience and fan-favorite songs. |
| NCT DREAM – The Dream Show 4 | October 18–19, 2025 | Singapore Indoor Stadium | Experience NCT DREAM’s high-energy performances and genre-blending sound. |
| Halloween Horror Nights 12 | Fridays & Saturdays in October 2025 | Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa | Asia’s top Halloween experience with scare zones, haunted houses, and rides in the dark. |
| Baybeats Music Festival | October 18–20, 2025 | Esplanade Waterfront | Enjoy performances from emerging and established bands across various genres. |
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or local listings for the most current information.
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-04 | Local Sports News | Russell Secures Pole Position at Singapore Grand Prix | George Russell clinched pole position for the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen starting second and expressing frustration over alleged obstruction by Lando Norris. |
| 2025-10-02 | Local Sports News | FIA Declares First ‘Heat Hazard’ Race in Singapore | The FIA issued its first-ever “heat hazard” declaration for the Singapore Grand Prix due to anticipated extreme heat and humidity, allowing drivers to use cooling vests or add extra ballast. |
| 2025-10-01 | Local Business News | Exxon Mobil Plans 10-15% Staff Reduction in Singapore by 2027 | Exxon Mobil announced plans to cut its Singapore workforce by up to 15% by the end of 2027 as part of a global restructuring initiative. |
| 2025-09-29 | Local Business News | Singapore’s Population Reaches Record 6.11 Million | As of June 2025, Singapore’s population hit a record 6.11 million, driven largely by a 2.7% increase in foreign workers. |
| 2025-10-02 | Cultural Events | TOKEN2049 Crypto Conference Draws 25,000 Attendees in Singapore | The 2025 TOKEN2049 crypto conference in Singapore featured lively entertainment and high-profile speakers, reflecting the region’s growing interest in cryptocurrencies. |
| 2025-09-25 | Public Safety Announcements | SAF Announces Military and Live-Firing Exercises | The Singapore Armed Forces scheduled live-firing and military exercises from September 29 to October 6, advising the public to avoid designated areas. |
| 2025-09-29 | Cultural Events | Heritage Events in Singapore This September & October | The National Heritage Board organized various heritage programs, including open houses and workshops, celebrating Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. |
| 2025-09-09 | Cultural Events | Harvest Moon and Draconids Meteor Shower Expected in Early October | Singaporeans can anticipate the Harvest Moon on October 7 and the Draconids meteor shower in early October, offering celestial spectacles. |
| 2025-09-21 | Local Sports News | Singapore Hosts 2025 World Para Swimming Championships | Singapore hosted the 13th World Para Swimming Championships from September 21 to 27, marking the first time the event was held in Asia. |
| 2025-09-29 | Cultural Events | Labubu Mini Market Opens at VivoCity | The Labubu Mini Market by POP MART opened at VivoCity’s Sky Park, featuring immersive zones and exclusive merchandise for fans. |
| 2025-10-01 | Local Business News | Singapore Sees Sharp Drop in Inflation | Singapore experienced a significant decline in inflation in October, with core inflation falling to 2.1%, the lowest since December 2021. |
| 2025-10-01 | Local Sports News | 2025 Espirito Santo Trophy Held in Singapore | The 2025 Espirito Santo Trophy, a women’s golf World Amateur Team Championship, took place from October 1 to 4 at Tanah Merah Country Club. |
| 2025-10-01 | Cultural Events | Baybeats Music Festival Returns to Singapore | The Baybeats Music Festival is set to run from October 30 to November 2, featuring local and international acts under the city skyline. |
| 2025-10-01 | Public Safety Announcements | Increased Rainfall Expected in Early October | The Meteorological Service Singapore forecasted more thundery showers in early October, with daily maximum temperatures ranging between 32°C and 34°C. |
Originally published: 2025-09-25T15:40:22.342469
Current Events in Singapore in September
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| World Para Swimming Championships | 21–27 September 2025 | Singapore Sports Hub | International swimming competition for athletes with disabilities, featuring participants from 70 nations. |
| Mid-Autumn Paw Walk | 26–27 September 2025 | Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa | Evening event for pet owners and their furry companions, including a buffet dinner and pet-friendly mooncakes. |
| ERDINGER Oktoberfest Street Festival | 26 September–18 October 2025 | Multiple locations, including Lau Pa Sat and Haji Lane | Traditional Oktoberfest celebrations with live performances, games, and festive activities. |
| FitXpo | 27–28 September 2025 | Suntec Convention Halls 403 and 404 | Singapore’s largest fitness convention featuring trial classes and special appearances by fitness celebrities. |
| Labubu Mini Market | 24 September–19 October 2025 | VivoCity Sky Park, Level 3, Lobby L | Immersive experience featuring Labubu characters, photo zones, and exclusive merchandise. |
| Singapore Retail Festival | 26 September–12 October 2025 | Raffles City and various locations | Festival redefining shopping with pop-up stores, product launches, and interactive activities. |
| Thrills of the Track | 26 September–5 October 2025 | Resorts World Sentosa | Racing-inspired activities, water-slide races, live DJ performances, and exclusive dining experiences. |
| Annual Indian Heritage Centre Deepavali Open House | 27 September–19 October 2025 | Indian Heritage Centre, Little India | Celebration featuring vibrant installations, crafts, workshops, live performances, and a festive bazaar. |
Please note that event details are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites or contact the organizers for the most current information.
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-20 | Public Transport | Two robotaxi groups flag autonomous shuttle services for Singapore | Chinese companies WeRide and Pony.ai announced partnerships to launch autonomous shuttle services in Singapore’s Punggol area, with operations expected to begin in early 2026. |
| 2025-09-19 | Public Safety | MHA to boost laws to tackle drugs, foreign threats, road safety concerns | The Ministry of Home Affairs plans to amend laws to address evolving foreign interference tactics, enhance road safety, and combat drug abuse, including the rise of drug-laced vapes. |
| 2025-09-18 | Infrastructure | Ministries outline plans to enhance support for Singaporeans living in older estates, expand rail network | The government announced plans to support residents in older estates and expand the rail network to improve connectivity and living standards. |
| 2025-09-18 | Public Transport | S’pore to continue providing ‘robust supply’ of BTO flats, enhance land transport system: MND, MSE & MOT | Ministries revealed plans to maintain a steady supply of Build-To-Order flats and enhance the land transport system to meet future mobility needs. |
| 2025-09-15 | Cultural Events | World Car-Free Day 2025: Refresh Your Journey This September | The Land Transport Authority is leading a month-long celebration of sustainable mobility, featuring car-free activities and tours to promote walking, cycling, and public transport. |
| 2025-09-11 | Public Transport | Community Learning Journey to Kim Chuan Depot | SMRT Trains organized a learning journey offering participants a glimpse into the world’s largest underground depot, including behind-the-scenes activities and a train cab simulator experience. |
Originally published: 2025-09-15T21:08:18.034169
Current Events in Singapore in September
| Event | Date | Location | Description |
| Singapore Design Week 2025: Nation by Design | 11–21 September 2025 | Various locations, including Marina, Orchard, Bras Basah.Bugis, and Singapore Science Park | Celebrating 60 years since Singapore’s independence, this festival showcases how intentional design has shaped the nation’s transformation. Highlights include exhibitions like “Unnatural History Museum of Singapore” and “Kintsugi 2.0,” emphasizing sustainability and innovation. |
| Retro District by RESURRACK | 22 August–21 September 2025 | Bugis Street Art Lane, opposite Bugis Junction | Part of the Bugis Night Lights, this event offers a nostalgic journey to the ’80s with live performances, vintage treasures, and activities like hair tinsel makeovers and tarot readings. |
| Find Your Folks @ Jalan Besar | 11–21 September 2025 | Hamilton Road and Jalan Besar district | A cultural activation blending design, food, music, and community. Features include street-side installations, F&B pop-ups, skate jams, and community art workshops. |
| One Love Asia Festival 2025 | 13–14 September 2025 | Bayfront Event Space | A premier music festival featuring top Asian artists, offering immersive experiences, interactive exhibitions, and a curated selection of Asian street food stalls. |
| Swiss Club Oktoberfest 2025 | 17–21 September 2025 | Swiss Club | Experience traditional Bavarian food, live Oompah music, and a lively atmosphere celebrating German culture. |
| World Para Swimming Championships 2025 | 21–27 September 2025 | OCBC Aquatic Centre, Singapore Sports Hub | Singapore hosts this prestigious event for the first time in Asia, featuring over 600 elite para-athletes from 60 nations competing in various swimming events. |
| Singapore Retail Festival | 26 September–12 October 2025 | Raffles City and various locations | The inaugural festival redefines shopping with pop-up stores, curated product launches, and interactive in-store activities, coinciding with the Formula 1 Grand Prix and Singapore’s 60th year of independence. |
| Halloween Horror Nights 2025 | 26 September–1 November 2025 | Universal Studios Singapore | Southeast Asia’s most terrifying event transforms the theme park into a realm of spine-chilling nightmares, offering haunted houses, scare zones, and live shows. |
City News in Singapore – last 14 days
| Date | Category | Headline | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-01 | Infrastructure Projects | Kallang Basin Swimming Complex Ceases Operations | The Kallang Basin Swimming Complex permanently closed, with the site being considered for public housing development. |
| 2025-09-01 | Public Safety Announcements | Etomidate Reclassified as Illegal Drug | Etomidate, commonly found in drug-laced vapes known as Kpod, was reclassified under the Misuse of Drugs Act, leading to harsher penalties for offenders. |
| 2025-09-05 | Local Government Decisions | 15th Parliament of Singapore Opens | The 15th Parliament commenced, with Seah Kian Peng re-elected as Speaker and Indranee Rajah as Leader of the House. |
| 2025-09-05 | Infrastructure Projects | Building Singapore Festival Inaugurated | The inaugural Building Singapore Festival showcased the contributions of Built Environment professionals in shaping the nation’s infrastructure. |
| 2025-09-09 | Infrastructure Projects | Plans Announced for TTSH Medical Tower | New plans were unveiled for a TTSH Medical Tower and enhancements to HealthCity Novena to meet future healthcare demands. |
| 2025-09-09 | Public Safety Announcements | 14-Year-Old Arrested for Extremist Ideologies | The Internal Security Department arrested a 14-year-old possessing a mix of extremist ideologies. |
| 2025-09-10 | Public Transport Updates | Bus Service 872 Introduced in Tengah | Bus service 872 was launched, connecting Tengah Interchange to Jurong East Street 32 via Chinese Gardens MRT station. |
| 2025-09-11 | Public Transport Updates | Community Learning Journey to Kim Chuan Depot | SMRT Trains organized a learning journey offering insights into the world’s largest underground depot. |
| 2025-09-13 | Cultural Events | Art In Transit Tour Conducted | Guided tours introduced the public to the Art in Transit program, showcasing artworks in MRT stations. |
| 2025-09-15 | Infrastructure Projects | Draft Master Plan 2025 Exhibition Launched | The Urban Redevelopment Authority unveiled the Draft Master Plan 2025, focusing on sustainable growth and liveability. |
| 2025-09-15 | Local Business News | ULI Singapore Annual Conference Announced | The Urban Land Institute announced its annual conference focusing on real estate and land use professionals. |
| 2025-09-15 | Public Transport Updates | World Car-Free Day 2025 Events Detailed | The Land Transport Authority detailed events for World Car-Free Day, promoting sustainable transport options. |
| 2025-09-15 | Education News | Urban Science Week 2025 Concludes | The Centre for Liveable Cities concluded Urban Science Week, showcasing research and solutions for sustainable urban development. |
| 2025-09-15 | Local Sports News | World Para Swimming Championships Approaching | Singapore prepares to host the 2025 World Para Swimming Championships from 21 to 27 September. |