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Spare the rod, cane the scammer: Singapore’s tough new law targets fraudsters

From December 30, scam offenders face mandatory caning, with penalties ranging from six to 24 strokes under the new Criminal Law amendments.

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Over 23.6 million to benefit as new electricity tariff kicks in July 1

The Energy Commission has set a new average base tariff of 45.40 sen/kWh for RP4, slightly lower than before, bringing overall electricity costs down by up to 19% compared to the previous regulatory period

Malaysia pulls the plug on Kuwaiti Hornet deal after years of turbulence

RMAF walks away from costly, outdated aircraft amid rising concerns over integration, support, and long-term value

More than 100 Foodpanda riders protest over low wages at company headquarters

New Google Maps-based system forces riders to make more deliveries to make ends meet