Singapore News in English

August 4, 2026

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Good morning! It’s 4th August, and here’s your Singapore daily news capsule.

A 23-year-old worker dies after scaffolding collapses at Jurong Port construction site.

Nine hawker centres will close for up to three days over the next two weeks for cleaning.

More rental housing options are being studied as demand from young Singaporeans continues to grow.

Five people were taken to the hospital after being trapped in a burning flat on Race Course Road.

Eight men, aged 23 to 41, have been charged with obtaining commercial sex from a 16-year-old girl.

Firefighters faced challenges as they hauled hoses up eight floors during a fatal fire in Clementi.

A record heatwave is spreading across South Korea, prompting emergency responses and warnings.

Inflation continues to squeeze middle-income households in Singapore, affecting their finances.

A national study reveals that 84 percent of US coastal wetlands are losing ground to rising sea levels.

Woodlands Hospice has opened, planning for 70 beds to serve palliative care needs in the north.

Draft policy encourages people to prepare for old age starting from their middle age.

Massive Attack band shares their experience after being detained by Singapore police post-concert.

Shannon Tan finishes tied-sixth at the Women’s British Open, marking her best result at a Major.

AI and chips are turning Malaysia into a standout in Asia’s growth landscape.

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

This audio and transcript are generated using AI from publicly available news sources.

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