A driver, Chua Kun Yang, was sentenced to 1 year and 5 months in prison for leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in the death of cyclist Lee Lian Kuang. Chua, who failed to yield at a zebra crossing, initially moved the injured man but left before calling for help, leading to Lee’s death from severe injuries. In addition to his prison sentence, Chua received an eight-year driving ban after pleading guilty to charges of reckless driving and failing to assist the victim.
Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FASTTap here to return to FASTFASTSINGAPORE: The local production of vegetables and seafood continued to fall in 2024, while egg yields grew, according to a report released by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Thursday (Jun 5).Vegetable production fell by about 3 per cent while the figure for seafood dropped by 14 per...
Read moreRead a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Two Chinese nationals charged with theft on board a plane were taken by police back to the scene of the crime in Changi Airport on Thursday (Jun 5). They are accused of stealing S$169 (US$131) and two debit cards from a victim during a...
Read moreThe Thai film A Useful Ghost recently won the Grand Prize at the Critics' Week section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. CNA Lifestyle spoke to Singaporean designer Sim Hao Jie, who played a major part in creating one of the film’s main characters: A vacuum cleaner possessed by a ghost. Full Article
Read moreSINGAPORE: A 41-year-old woman was charged on Jun 5 for providing false information to enroll her daughter in a school during the 2023 Primary 1 registration. She allegedly misrepresented her residential address to school officials to secure admission under Phase 2C, with a court hearing set for Jul 18. If convicted, she faces up to two years in prison or fines for her actions, which, according to the Ministry of Education, are uncommon. Full Article
Read moreSINGAPORE: The caregiving experience for families dealing with dementia has drastically changed since the 1990s, yet substantial challenges remain. While initiatives like the Post-Diagnostic Support (PDS) programme provide some relief, they often fall short as families face ongoing struggles and a lack of comprehensive support systems. The emotional burden on caregivers is substantial, with many feeling abandoned once formal support ends, highlighting the urgent need for more sustainable resources and continuous assistance.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYQEd6e1-N8 Full Article
Read moreRead a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Renewable energy and carbon credits are among “priority areas for cooperation” for Singapore and the Philippines, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Wednesday (Jun 4).“Our joint initiatives will support our climate goals, boost energy resilience and unlock new opportunities in the green economy,” he...
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