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International Business Times
6 hours ago
- International Business Times
Singapore: Authorities Warn of Rising National Day Parade 2025 Ticket Scams; 5 Cases Reported Since July
Singapore police said that at least five cases of e-commerce frauds involving the sale of National Day Parade (NDP) tickets have been reported since July 1. On Thursday, July 31, the police said that the victims came across listings of ticket sales on social media sites like Facebook and Telegram, with total losses of roughly S$250. The victims were instructed to pay using PayNow after expressing interest in buying the tickets. The victims realized that they had been duped only when they did not receive the tickets, or when scammers became uncontactable. Instead of being sold, NDP tickets are given away for free through a Singpass voting system. According to the NDP executive committee, it is strictly forbidden to resell the tickets, and anyone found scalping or using them fraudulently will face consequences. The police added that the tickets acquired through unapproved means will be deemed invalid, and those in possession of them will not be allowed to enter the venue. The Padang will host the 2025 NDP on August 9, commemorating Singapore's 60th birthday. With 11,665 cases reported and at least S$17.5 million lost, e-commerce was the most common scam type in Singapore in 2024. Before making a purchase, the public is urged to confirm the accuracy of sales listings and to report any suspicious activity right away.
The Star
13 hours ago
- The Star
At least five cases of scams involving sale of Singapore National Day parade tickets since July 1
Victims only realised that they had been duped when they did not receive the NDP tickets, or when scammers became uncontactable. - ST FILE SINGAPORE: At least five cases of e-commerce scams involving the sale of National Day Parade (NDP) tickets have been reported since July 1. In these cases, with total losses amounting to about S$250, victims encountered listings of ticket sales via platforms such as Telegram and Facebook, said the police on July 31. When the victims expressed interest to purchase the tickets, they were directed to make payment via PayNow. The victims realised that they had been duped only when they did not receive the tickets, or when scammers became uncontactable. NDP tickets are not for sale, but are instead distributed for free via a balloting system on Singpass. Re-selling of the tickets is strictly prohibited, and action will be taken against those caught scalping or using the tickets for fraudulent purposes, the NDP executive committee has said. Tickets that are obtained via unauthorised channels will be rendered void, and those holding such tickets will be denied entry to the venue, the police added. The NDP in 2025, which celebrates Singapore's 60th birthday, will be held at the Padang on Aug 9. E-commerce was the top scam type in Singapore in 2024, with 11,665 cases reported and at least $17.5 million lost. Members of the public are encouraged to verify the legitimacy of sales listings before making purchases, and to report suspicious cases promptly. To learn more about scams, they can visit or call the ScamShield hotline on 1799. - The Straits Times/ANN
Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Deadline to redeem free national flags via Shopee extended till July 29; almost 100k given out
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The initiative aims to allow more Singaporeans to proudly display the national flag at home during SG60. SINGAPORE – Nearly 100,000 Singapore flags have been distributed free by Shopee, with the deadline to get one extended till 11.59pm on July 29, or while stocks last. The extension is in response to the strong public interest, the online shopping platform said in a statement on July 21. The initiative, called Fly Our Flag, is a collaboration with the National Day Parade organisers and was to run till 11.59am on July 15, or while stocks last, the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) said in a statement on June 27. To redeem the flag, go to , log in with Singpass and choose to have the flag delivered at a cost, or collect it from over 3,000 collection points for free. Singaporeans are encouraged to display the national flag during the National Day celebration period between July 1 and Sept 30, MCCY said earlier. During this period, the rules for flying and displaying the flag are relaxed. The flag may be flown without a flagpole and does not have to be illuminated at night. The flag may be displayed at offices, buildings and residential premises. The national flag should be treated with respect and used in 'an appropriate and dignified manner', and torn or worn-out flags should not be displayed, MCCY said earlier. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Business $1.1 billion allocated to three fund managers to boost Singapore stock market: MAS Singapore Risk of flash floods in parts of central and eastern Singapore: PUB Singapore Malaysia-bound motorists urged to avoid Tuas Second Link on July 23 due to chemical spill exercise Singapore Trial of new dengue vaccine begins recruitment for child participants in Singapore Singapore Mandai Wildlife Group group CEO Mike Barclay to retire; Bennett Neo named as successor Singapore Fresh charge for woman who harassed nurse during pandemic, created ruckus at lion dance competition Singapore Witness stand not arena for humiliation in sex offence cases, judge reminds lawyers Asia Japan PM Ishiba under siege after ruling coalition loses Upper House majority Shopee will also participate in the parade for the first time with a marching contingent, commemorating its 10th year in Singapore.
Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Straits Times
Man in Thailand injured after falling face first onto durian in traffic accident
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The motorcyclist was left with puncture wounds to his face from the spikes of the fruit. A man in Thailand found himself in a prickly situation after a bizarre incident involving his motorcycle, a pick-up truck and a durian left him with dozens of wounds to his face. According to Thai media outlet Channel 7 , the 48-year-old man was riding his motorcycle in the north-eastern province of Buriram when he crashed into the back of a pick-up truck on July 15. The collision caused him to be flung off his motorcycle, landing face first onto a singular durian covered by a plastic bag. The motorcyclist, known only as Mr Somchai, was left with puncture wounds to his face from the spikes of the fruit. The Muang Buriram Police Station received a call for assistance at about 5pm that day, said Channel 7 . When they arrived at the scene, the police found Mr Somchai slumped beneath a tree with visible puncture wounds to his face. He said he did not know what he had landed on and that he was not speeding before the accident occurred. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Fatal abuse of Myanmar maid in Bishan: Traffic Police officer sentenced to 10 years' jail Singapore Man charged over manufacturing DIY Kpods at Yishun home; first such case in Singapore Singapore HSA launches anti-vaping checks near 5 institutes of higher learning Life 11 new entries on Singapore's Bib Gourmand list, including three re-entries at Old Airport Road Singapore Bicycle wheel-inspired care model used to improve trauma outcomes in central S'pore Singapore 15 under police probe for sharing Singpass credentials used in scams Singapore NEA monitoring E. coli at Sentosa beaches after elevated bacteria levels delay World Aquatics events Singapore Kpod vapes, zombie kids: Why it's time to raise the alarm The police rescue unit discovered a plastic bag in the back of the pick-up truck with bloodstains that appeared to be from the injured motorcyclist. The truck driver and owner of the durian told Channel 7 that he had stopped to buy the fruit for his family on the way back from the city. He said he was not sure if anyone in his family would still want to eat the durian.
Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Straits Times
Jail for elderly man over assault of another, who was slashed with knife but died of heart disease
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Lim Tee Tee, 71, was involved in a fight with his neighbour at Block 805 King George's Avenue on Dec 22. SINGAPORE – What started out as two elderly neighbours knocking into each other at a lift lobby escalated into a knife attack that left one of them with non-fatal wounds. However, the victim, identified as Mr Chua Kin Tong, 69, later died of a heart disease about two hours after the attack on Dec 22, 2024. His assailant, Lim Tee Tee, 72, was sentenced to a year in jail after he pleaded guilty to an assault charge on July 17. At the time of the offence, Lim and Mr Chua were living on the eighth floor of a Housing Board block of flats in King George's Avenue, near Jalan Besar. Lim was on his way home shortly before 11.30am on Dec 22, 2024, and was stepping out of a lift on the eighth floor when he knocked into Mr Chua, who was trying to enter it. Both men became unhappy over this encounter and Lim returned to his flat. However, Mr Chua later asked another neighbour, Mr Hussain Mohamed, 66, to meet him. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Fatal abuse of Myanmar maid in Bishan: Traffic Police officer sentenced to 10 years' jail Singapore Man charged over manufacturing DIY Kpods at Yishun home; first such case in Singapore Singapore HSA launches anti-vaping checks near 5 institutes of higher learning Life 11 new entries on Singapore's Bib Gourmand list, including three re-entries at Old Airport Road Singapore Bicycle wheel-inspired care model used to improve trauma outcomes in central S'pore Singapore 15 under police probe for sharing Singpass credentials used in scams Singapore NEA monitoring E. coli at Sentosa beaches after elevated bacteria levels delay World Aquatics events Singapore Kpod vapes, zombie kids: Why it's time to raise the alarm Mr Hussain agreed even though he did not know why Mr Chua wanted to see him. Deputy Public Prosecutor Joseph Gwee told the court: 'The victim and Hussain went to the accused's unit. The victim took a wooden stick and confronted the accused about the earlier collision. 'The accused opened the gate to his unit. The verbal argument escalated when the victim used the wooden stick to hit the accused once outside the unit.' Lim then ran to his kitchen and retrieved a 50cm-long knife with a 37cm-long blade. A scuffle broke out between Mr Chua and Lim at the common corridor near their homes. During the fight at around 11.30am, Lim repeatedly slashed Mr Chua, causing injuries to his head and limbs. Seeing this, Mr Hussain grabbed Lim and told both men to stop fighting. However, Lim continued to swing the knife rashly, wounding Mr Hussain's left forearm. Court documents stated that Mr Chua managed to get away and met police officers who were on patrol as he stepped out of a lift at the ground floor. He told the officers about what had happened and collapsed. Meanwhile, Lim had stopped brandishing the knife and Mr Hussain asked him for some water to clean his wounds. The pair remained near Lim's unit when the police officers arrived at the scene soon after. Both Mr Chua and Mr Hussain were taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, where Mr Chua was pronounced dead at 1.20pm. Lim, who suffered multiple injuries, including wounds to his forehead and left leg and arm, was taken to Changi General Hospital. He was arrested later that day. An Institute of Mental Health report dated Jan 23, 2025, stated that he had persistent depressive disorder, which had a mild contributory link to his offending behaviour. The DPP said: 'However, he remained cognitively aware that it was wrong for him to bring the knife out, and had chosen the knife deliberately as a suitable weapon for self-defence.' He added that Lim was not of unsound mind at the time of the offence and is fit to plead in court.
