Singapore News in English
January 31, 2026
AI Generated Audio News Capsule
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Good morning! It’s 31st January, and here’s your Singapore daily news capsule.
Trump names former Federal Reserve governor Warsh as the next Fed chair to replace Powell.
Chinatown lights up to welcome the Year of the Horse with festive celebrations.
WHO sees low risk of Nipah virus spreading beyond India, despite recent outbreaks.
Singapore’s military completes its first solar farm at Sembawang Air Base, boosting renewable energy.
FairPrice freezes prices of chilled pork, seafood, and vegetables ahead of Lunar New Year.
Thirteen ex-Certis officers face charges for pocketing items and possessing contraband.
Police investigate over 200 suspected scammers and money mules, with losses exceeding S$7.6 million.
A man convicted for dragging an ICA officer with his car during a fuel tank check.
Lower-wage workers can apply for up to S$18,000 a year in full-time training allowance starting February 9.
Five arrested in Batam during an anti-drug blitz targeting illegal activities.
Panama voids Hong Kong tycoon Li's port deals, rattling investors and impacting U.S.-China relations.
Japan prepares for heavy snowstorms as midwinter elections approach, with significant snowfall expected.
ASEAN does not recognize Myanmar's elections, which the military-backed party claims to have won.
The popular musical Cats returns to Singapore this October for a limited run.
Actor-singer Dylan Wang launches his fashion brand D.Desirable in Singapore with a pop-up store.
That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!
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