The Straits Times - Monday, January 12, 2026
Stories Covered
Competition watchdog not yet notified of Clementi Mall sale, potential CapitaLand-Mapletree merger
Informing CCS in such cases is voluntary, but the watchdog will monitor both developments, says Gan Kim Yong.
Govt expects media to uphold journalism standards: Josephine Teo
MP Valerie Lee had asked about journalistic standards following a Stomp article on a closing yong tau foo stall.
Over 70% of residential AMD fires between 2022 and 2025 involved uncertified, modified devices
There was renewed concern in Parliament on Jan 12 over fires and incidents involving such devices.
All healthcare service providers must contribute and share patients’ key health information
They will be given until early 2027 to meet the various data contribution and protection requirements.
Pioneer in crypto disputes appointed senior counsel
Mr Danny Ong, the managing director of Setia Law, is the 101st lawyer to receive the accolade since 1997.
Companies urged to conduct time-out, review work safety measures ahead of CNY rush
This comes after four workers were killed in vehicle-related workplace accidents in December 2025.
SGH to relocate emergency department to new building on Jan 18
The new building is next to SGH Block 1 where the current emergency department is located.
Woman admits pocketing over $1.8m while working as company director’s personal assistant
Judy Teh Mui Eng, 60, has made full restitution and she is expected to be sentenced in March.
Committee formed to review salaries of political appointment holders: Chan Chun Sing
Political salaries have not been adjusted since 2012, when the Government accepted a review committee’s recommendations.