Tag: Singapore
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LEGO Zane’s Dragon Power Spinjitzu Race Car Giveaway – Little Day Out
Prizes and the Joy of Spinjitzu Racing Little Day Out is hosting an exclusive giveaway for its eNewsletter subscribers: a LEGO Zane’s Dragon Power Spinjitzu Race Car (71791). This action-packed set brings together LEGO’s iconic ninjas, dragon power, and a thrilling race mechanic that lets kids age 7 and up imagine high-speed chases against the…
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In Focus: Are PC Cafes Making a Comeback in Singapore?
Introduction: A New Wave for PC Cafes in Singapore Once the bustling hubs where students and friends gathered to link up for multiplayer battles, PC cafes in Singapore faced a steady decline as smartphones grew more capable and at-home setups became commonplace. Today, a new generation of PC cafes is reimagining the model. They’re not…
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IN FOCUS: Are PC cafes making a comeback in Singapore?
Introduction: A second wind for LAN culture Singapore’s PC cafes, once crowded with students huddled around shared screens, are trying to rewrite their story. The nostalgia of LAN shops persists for many gamers who remember competitive nights and social bonding over multiplayer titles. Today’s PC cafes are not simply about renting a computer; they’re evolving…
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Eight Launches New 5G Plans: How the S$18 4G Move to 5G Could Benefit Users
Eight Introduces Two New 5G Plans for SG Customers Singapore’s MVNO Eight has unveiled two new 5G pricing plans designed to push users from 4G to 5G on its standalone 5G core. The shift is powered by a network arrangement with StarHub, enabling Eight to offer enhanced data experiences while leveraging a cost structure that…
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Singapore Public Transport Fares Rise by Up to 10 Cents for Adults from Dec 27
Overview: A 5% Fare Increase in 2025 Singapore’s public transport fares are increasing for adult passengers by nine or 10 cents per journey starting December 27, as part of an overall 5% hike for 2025. Concessionary fares for seniors, students, people with disabilities, and low-wage workers will rise by three to four cents. The Public…
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Singapore Proposes Caning for Scammers: New Sentencing Framework Announced
Singapore Moves to Cane Scammers and Syndicate Recruiters Singapore is advancing a controversial approach in its ongoing battle against scams by proposing mandatory caning for scammers and for members and recruiters of scam syndicates. The Criminal Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, introduced in Parliament on October 14, 2024, would expand the use of caning as a…
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Singapore Public Transport Fares to Rise by 9–10 Cents From Dec 27 as 2025 Hike Announced
What’s changing and when Singapore’s adult fare for both MRT and basic public buses will increase by nine or 10 cents per journey starting December 27, with the exact rise depending on the distance travelled. The Public Transport Council (PTC) announced a 5 per cent overall fare increase for 2025, a gentler rise than the…
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Eight unveils two 5G plans with auto-upgrade from S$18 4G, annual savings
Eight launches two new 5G plans Telecommunications provider Eight has rolled out two new 5G pricing options aimed at easing customers into a full 5G experience. The move also includes automatically migrating existing customers who are on the S$18 4G plan to 5G as part of the upgrade push. The new plans—Lucky Eight Plan and…
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NCSS to Welcome New CEO Lim Shung Yar Takes Helm
Overview The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) announced a leadership transition as Lim Shung Yar will assume the role of chief executive officer (CEO) of the statutory board next year. Lim, a 45-year-old senior official from Singapore’s Public Service Division (PSD), will be appointed CEO-designate effective November 1 and will fully take the helm…
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Singapore Proposes Mandatory Caning for Scam Syndicate Members and Mules in Groundbreaking Bill
New Measures Target Scam Syndicates and Mules Singapore is advancing a sweeping Criminal Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill aimed at tackling the country’s booming scam economy. The proposal would introduce mandatory caning for scammers, including syndicate members and recruiters, with a scale reaching up to 24 strokes for the most serious offences and up to 12…