The Independent Singapore
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A news outlet based in Singapore covering local and international news with a focus on regional developments, business, and societal issues. It reports on topics such as politics, economy, and community events.
- Top beat: Society
- Tracked since 2026
- 4 Singapore peers
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- ‘Will not be engaging OrangeTee’: Netizens react after Grayce Tan joins property agencyGrayce Tan joins a property agency, prompting netizens to comment on her new role.
- ‘I know it’s for illustration only, but not this different’: Man seeks refund over coconut ice creamA man received a refund after complaining that coconut ice cream at a supermarket pop-up event did not match the advertised image.
- DBS named Singapore graduates’ most desirable employer in latest surveyDBS is the most desirable employer for Singapore graduates according to a survey, with salary being the top factor considered.
- ‘Sloppy argument’: Netizens challenge Ho Ching’s views in religion postNetizens criticized Ho Ching's religious views, calling her argument 'sloppy' and challenging her stance on accommodating a minority group.
- ‘They should be parked downstairs’: Residents frustrated by bicycles left in HDB stairwellResidents express frustration over bicycles being left in HDB stairwells, citing poor public behavior.
- Civil servants to get 0.45 month mid-year bonus as Singapore exceeds growth forecast in Q1Singapore's government announced a 0.45 month mid-year bonus for civil servants as the economy grew 6% in Q1 2026.
- Seven drivers caught after tip-offs lead LTA to illegal cross-border ride-hailing operatorsSeven drivers were arrested after tip-offs led LTA to illegal cross-border ride-hailing operators.
- BTS concert causes surge in hotel rates, some international ticketholders now trying to sell theirsBTS concert in Singapore leads to increased hotel prices and some international ticket holders trying to sell their tickets.
- Leaked survey shows PM popularity dip among MalaysA leaked survey indicates a decline in Prime Minister Anwar's popularity among Malays, with his deputy also experiencing reduced support, while Khairy Jamaluddin emerges as a leading Malay politician.
- Selangor eases restrictions on non-Islamic places of worship following criticismSelangor eases restrictions on non-Islamic places of worship following criticism
- ‘Take her FB away from her’: Singaporeans unimpressed with Ho Ching’s kindness appealHo Ching urged Singaporeans to be kind, but the public reacted negatively to her appeal regarding online hatred against Indians and multiculturalism.
- LTA: Seven drivers caught, vehicles impounded in latest crackdown on illegal cross-border ride-hailingSeven drivers were caught and their vehicles impounded in a crackdown on illegal cross-border ride-hailing services, as LTA intensifies enforcement efforts.
- Penang: Ex-deputy CM lambasts PAS for breaking opposition alliance apartEx-deputy CM P. Ramasamy criticizes PAS for breaking the opposition alliance, calling their actions undemocratic and costly, while acknowledging their role in Perikatan Nasional.
- Over 100 Singapore influencers accuse marketing firm of owing them thousandsOver 100 Singapore influencers accuse a marketing firm of owing them thousands in fees, with allegations spanning multiple Asian regions.
- ‘The train is not full, so what’s your problem?’ Netizens defend SMRT worker in priority seat rowA netizen defended an SMRT worker in a priority seat dispute, with comments suggesting reporting someone for taking photos, as discussed in the article.