A train fault on the Circle Line resulted in no train services between Marina Bay and Promenade for about 35 minutes on Monday (Sept 1) morning.Rail operator SMRT announced the disruption on social media at 8.41am.It said then that free regular bus services was available between Marina Bay and Promenade MRT stations.In an update at 9.18am, SMRT said train services resumed its scheduled operations at about 9.10am.President of SMRT Trains Lam Sheau Kai said the train fault occurred at about 8.35am, and staff were immediately deployed to rectify the fault.He said the affected train was moved towards the overrun tracks to clear the line, and train services are resuming.«We apologise for the disruption during the morning peak commute and sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding,» Lam said.Previous disruptionsThis is the latest incident in a recent series of train disruptions across Singapore's MRT and LRT networks.Most recently, a signalling fault on the Downtown Line, which is managed by SBS Transit, delayed train services between Bukit Panjang and Beauty World MRT stations on Aug 28.

Cathay Cineplexes, a fixture in Singapore's film scene since 1939, is preparing to close a significant chapter in its history.The cinema chain will be undergoing voluntary liquidation, operator mm2 Asia announced on Monday (Sep 1) in a filing on Singapore Exchange.«Cathay Cineplexes had attempted to negotiate amicable resolutions with the various creditors, but (it) was unable to arrive at mutually agreeable restructuring outcomes of its payment obligations owed to these creditors,» the entertainment company said. Going forward, the board of Cathay Cineplexes will voluntarily liquidate their cinema chain to repay creditors, mm2 Asia explained, adding that the board determined operation to be «no longer feasible».The cinema chain faced multiple payment demands from landlords of its outlets over arrears and other monies owed over recent months, according to The Business Times.$122.4m net lossLast week, financial results of Cathay Cineplexes saw a net loss of $122.4 million in the 2025 fiscal year, up from $1.9 million in 2024, CNA reported last Friday (Aug 29).

Ahead of the upcoming general election on Wednesday, September 3, supporters of the People's National Party (PNP), now gathered in Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay, St James for the party's mass rally, are expressing that they want the Jamaica...

A member of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) communications taskforce has made another appeal to undecided electors to go out and vote for the governing party in Wednesday’s general elections. A little more than 28 per cent of eligible voters do...

People’s National Party (PNP) supporters from Westmoreland Central have voiced disappointment in the representation by the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) in the constituency, citing poor road conditions and youth unemployment as key issues. The...

The Jamaica Labour Party's representative in Kingston Western, Desmond McKenzie, says the JLP is not afraid as it faces electors on Wednesday, even as he urged supporters to transfer the energy at Sunday's mass rally in St Catherine to the ballot...

People’s National Party (PNP) candidate for St James Central, Janice Allen, has pledged to restore Montego Bay’s middle class and create opportunities for small business operators, including street vendors, to thrive in a fairer economy in the...

According to Zelensky, Ukraine’s Interior Minister Igor Klimenko and SBU chief Vasily Malyuk have just informed him that the murder suspect had been detained

Earlier, the detentions were reported by UN Special Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg

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Ukrainian law enforcement has detained a suspect in the killing of far-right MP and former parliamentary speaker Andrey Parubiy Read Full Article at RT.com

A man has been arrested after a car crashed through the gates of the Russian Consulate General in Sydney on Monday morning Read Full Article at RT.com

On the sidelines of the SCO summit, PM Modi met Myanmar's leader Min Aung Hlaing, expressing India's support for a fair and inclusive electoral process in Myanmar. Discussions also covered defense cooperation and border management. Modi emphasized India's commitment to a Myanmar-led peace process through dialogue, highlighting the importance of bilateral ties within India's regional policies.

In Tianjin, Narendra Modi met with Cai Qi, a prominent member of China's Politburo Standing Committee and a close associate of Xi Jinping. Modi conveyed his aspirations for bilateral relations and requested Cai's backing to achieve the shared vision of both leaders.

As Prime Minister Modi met President Xi, Congress criticized the government's approach to China, citing the Galwan Valley incident and alleged Chinese support for Pakistan. Jairam Ramesh questioned if the government was legitimizing Chinese aggression by pursuing reconciliation without restoring the border status quo. He also raised concerns about a Chinese hydel project and the government's response to China-Pakistan cooperation.

The IMD forecasts above-normal rainfall across India in September, exceeding 109% of the long-period average. Regions like Uttarakhand, north Rajasthan, and Delhi may experience heavy rainfall, potentially triggering landslides and floods. While most areas will receive normal to above-normal rainfall, the northeast and parts of south peninsular India may see below-normal rainfall.

A parliamentary committee urges the government to broaden price controls on cancer drugs, encompassing vaccines, immunotherapy, and oral chemotherapy, citing that many medications remain unaffordable due to regulatory gaps. The committee also emphasizes the need for stringent quality monitoring of generic drugs to encourage their prescription by medical professionals, addressing existing hesitancy.

L'équipe de France a assuré dimanche sa qualification pour les quarts de finale de la Coupe du monde de rugby en écrasant le Brésil 84-5, avec quatorze essais inscrits contre l'équipe la plus faible de la compétition, dimanche à Exeter.

SINGAPORE - Rental rates have more than doubled for privately held HDB shop units, particularly over the past year, while rents for shops directly leased out by HDB have mostly held steady.Median rentals for heartland shops held by private landlords rose from $3.51 per sq ft (psf) in the second quarter of 2024 to $7.34 psf in the second quarter of 2025.This is the highest ever rental rate for privately held HDB shops, according to the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s Realis data that dates back to 1999.Meanwhile, shops directly rented out by HDB have seen rents rise at a more gradual rate.HDB said rents for nine in 10 of such shops have remained largely unchanged over the past five years.Property analysts and agents attributed the rise in rental rates for privately held HDB shops to increased demand for such units after consumer sentiment improved post-pandemic, even though there are signs that this demand is now moderating.

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani fractured his vertebra after the car he was in was struck from behind on a highway in New Hampshire, authorities said.

Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told journalists earlier that Putin’s agenda may include other meetings and conversations

His video address was published on the Kremlin website

People’s National Party (PNP) President Mark Golding has declared that financing his party’s ambitious plans to raise the income tax threshold to $3.5 million has become more attainable, following confirmation that the country’s debt-to-GDP ratio...

Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Campaign Committee Chairman Dr Christopher Tufton has declared that «the real poll is really the result in the ballot box» amid two national polls painting completely different pictures as it relates to voting intention...

A mentally-ill Manchester man who allegedly attacked a member of a police party with a machete has succumbed to gunshot injuries received during the incident. The deceased has been identified as 36-year old Raynard Smalling of Ellen Street...

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has apprehended Amit Agarwal for allegedly orchestrating a money laundering scheme, funneling ₹697 crore to Hong Kong and Singapore via shell companies. Agarwal purportedly used fabricated documents to register these entities and open bank accounts. The ED is investigating the involvement of bank officials who may have overlooked due diligence procedures.

PM Modi highlighted J&K's progress, citing Pulwama's first day-night cricket match and Srinagar's Khelo India Water Sports Festival as signs of change. He praised Mohsin Ali, a kayaking gold medalist, for his Olympic dream, emphasizing the potential of J&K's youth. Modi also acknowledged recent natural disasters and lauded rescue efforts.

In Bihar, over two lakh objections have been filed against the draft electoral roll, primarily from individuals who submitted enumeration forms while already registered elsewhere. This surge follows notices issued to prominent figures for holding multiple voter IDs.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, honored Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's crucial role in Hyderabad's liberation from Nizam's rule, emphasizing its significance in unifying India after independence.

Airports in India may face reduced user development fees for lapses like dirty toilets, baggage delays, and long queues, as per a proposal from the Airports Economic Regulatory Authority (AERA). The regulator plans to implement uniform performance standards for major airports, linking compliance to tariff structures with rewards for exceeding standards and penalties for failures.

Joseph was nominated by Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar

This position is expected to be officially confirmed by Foreign Secretary David Lammy during his speech at the House of Commons on September 1