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Lease for S’pore’s largest used-car hub set to be renewed till 2040 after owners pay $68m

The owners of Automobile Megamart still need to submit land survey reports and pay stamp duty.

Unlikely for Temasek to meet 2030 climate targets due to exposure to aviation and power sector: CEO

It aimed to halve emissions from 2010 levels to 11 million tonnes by 2030.

Boy, 9, taken to hospital after accident with car in Choa Chu Kang

Police investigations are ongoing.

Temasek 'unlikely' to meet 2030 climate target amid tougher global landscape: CEO Dilhan Pillay

The firm is not retreating from its 2050 net-zero ambition, says Mr Pillay.

Businesses impacted by TB cases at Block 216 Bedok Food Centre & Market may get more reliefs

It will reopen on May 20 after a deep cleaning with disinfectant that can eliminate the TB bacteria.

ST Explains: Why is it important for telcos to stay on their approved radio frequency bands?

Experts said the lapse could have been accidental, arising from human errors, or intentional if spectrum outside Simba’s assigned bands was knowingly used.

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Illicit vape market in Singapore generated $10.4m in revenue in 2 years: Study

Illicit tobacco sales in Singapore resulted in an estimated $156 million in lost government revenue in the last two years.

Jail, caning for man caught with over 70 sexually explicit videos of children, including toddler

The videos were found in Emerson Poh Jun Wei's devices including his mobile phone and desktop computer.

3 shuttle buses to be rolled out during period of late opening along TEL

Services along the line will start later at 8.30am on Saturdays during the adjustment period.

Eight start-ups compete for funding awards totalling up to $4m at sustainability challenge final

The companies will pitch solutions for tackling carbon emissions and climate adaptation.

6 people win compensation from company for wrongful dismissals over medical claims

One employee was awarded more than S$17,000. She had submitted reimbursement claims totalling almost S$10,000 for things such as vitamins, supplements and skincare items that were not ordered by a doctor.

CNA Explains: How radio frequency bands are regulated - and why it matters for telcos

Singapore is investigating whether telco Simba complied with regulations governing the use of radio frequency bands. CNA looks at what these bands are and how they are managed.

GPs warn of mounting strain as chronic illness cases rise in community clinics

The call for stronger support comes as the Ministry of Health seeks to reduce pressure on polyclinics and get more patient care to move upstream into the community.

Doctor suspended after diabetic patient with infected foot had leg amputated

Dr Lim Geok Leong, who has at least 40 years in medical practice, failed to refer the patient to a hospital or specialist during any of his five visits, despite the presence of conditions such as gangrene.

Avoid areas in Ubi, Geylang due to risk of flash floods: PUB

Motorists should avoid Ubi Avenues 1 and 3 and a junction in Geylang for the next hour.

18 years’ jail, 24 strokes of the cane for man who raped, sexually assaulted younger sister

He sexually abused his sister when he was 12 to 19 years old.

Construction worker dies after concrete falls on him at Cross Island Line worksite

The incident occurred at about 1.30pm on May 14 at the worksite of the upcoming Turf City station.

Chin Mee Chin Confectionery opening new outlet at Nex mall

The heritage teatime spot is well-loved for its kaya toast and retro bakes.

Three online retailers caught using misleading website features to pressure shoppers

The websites of Boarding Gate, Origin Sleep and Light in the box were found to have displayed features such as fake visitor counts and fabricated countdown timers to create artificial urgency.

Man raped his sister during seven years of sexual abuse, gets jail and caning

The boy began molesting his sister when she was five and first raped her when she was seven to eight.