CNA Explains: What's behind the surge in sea robberies in the Singapore Strait?

Two men, Singaporean Wilson Ang and Malaysian Wai Kei Fung, have been charged in connection with the bail of Long Zhihua, a Chinese national involved in a significant jewellery theft in Singapore. Long, who absconded after being released on bail, had pleaded guilty to stealing S$570,000 worth of jewellery, while Ang faces charges for false police reporting and acting as an errant bailor. Want More Context? 🔎

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 FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: When the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) launched its draft master plan last month, most of the conversation focused on how many new homes would be built – at least 80,000 in more than 10 new neighbourhoods over the next 10 to 15 years.It's not...

SINGAPORE: Two workers were rescued on July 21 after becoming stranded on a gondola at Raffles City Tower, located between the 28th and 29th floors. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) assessed the gondola's stability, secured it with safety lines, and successfully brought the workers to safety, where they were later taken to Raffles Hospital in stable condition.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c6-fBDQZfaI Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Two workers were safely rescued after getting stuck on a...

A 26-year-old man, Chia Yin Xiang Harry, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison and 12 strokes of the cane for attempted robbery and weapon possession after he attempted to rob a convenience store with a metal rod. His earlier confrontations with National Environment Agency officers involved cursing and discarding a lit cigarette, demonstrating a disregard for authority. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A man in Singapore was sentenced to two and a...

SINGAPORE: Ms Resse Tan's journey from pet owner to bird rescuer began six years ago with her lovebird, Luna, leading her to create a spacious environment for her growing flock. As bird ownership shifts towards prioritizing pet welfare, owners are now investing in nutrition and veterinary care, reflecting a more educated and compassionate approach to bird-keeping in Singapore. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: In Singapore, many people are now taking better care of...

A pre-trial conference for property tycoon Ong Beng Seng has been rescheduled to July 28, 2024, following a request for postponement. Ong faces charges related to obstructing justice and abetting former transport minister S Iswaran, who was sentenced to 12 months' jail in October 2024, with potential penalties including up to seven years in prison for Ong if convicted. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Summary A judge has postponed a meeting about a...