Singapore News in English
June 4, 2026
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Good morning! It’s 4th June, and here’s your Singapore daily news capsule.
Singapore faces potential 12.5% US tariff over forced labour trade probe.
UMNO defends timing of Johor polls as new party announces state election bid.
Gold prices decline sharply, nearing January lows amid global market shifts.
Singaporeans in Japan urged to stay alert as Typhoon Jangmi approaches Tokyo.
Indonesia grapples with waste crisis as landfills near capacity, raising alarms.
Mother recalls heartbreaking final moments with daughter killed in Johor crash.
Koh Poh Koon returns to healthcare as a surgeon after stepping down from politics.
Singapore's life expectancy rises to 83.9 years, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.
Critically endangered leopard cats in Changi set for relocation in late 2026.
Japan's fertility rate hits record low for the tenth consecutive year, raising concerns.
Gulf tensions escalate as Iran strikes Kuwait, prompting US military response.
Indonesian stocks tumble to a 14-month low as the rupiah drops sharply.
Phoon Huat freezes prices of over 100 essential products amid rising living costs.
BTS concert tickets in Singapore reselling for triple the price shortly after release.
FIFA World Cup 2026 live match schedule released for Singapore viewers by Mediacorp.
That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!
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