Singapore News in English

Good morning! It’s 1st January, and here’s your Singapore daily news capsule.

Singapore welcomes 2026 with dazzling fireworks and heartland cheer.

Thailand releases 18 Cambodian soldiers as fresh ceasefire holds.

Singapore's economy beats forecasts with 4.8% growth in 2025, but challenges remain.

UAE vows to pull remaining forces from Yemen amid crisis with Saudi Arabia.

Japan warns that China's military drills around Taiwan are increasing tensions.

SkillsFuture portal back up after access issues ahead of credit expiry.

Changi Airport's new underground link will connect terminals in just four minutes.

One Punggol hawkers hope new operator can draw crowds back to their stalls.

Singapore badminton star Yeo Jia Min and ex-swimmer Pang Sheng Jun announce engagement.

Man who failed O-levels twice graduates from NUS with honors.

Chinese researchers reveal new imaging technique for embryonic mouse brain development.

2026 is set to be a stellar year for supermoons and eclipses.

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine available at select GP clinics until May 31.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!