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Plastic pieces in dessert: Clementi Mall eatery rejects woman's $16k compensation claim

While enjoying her durian puree dessert from an eatery in Clementi Mall, a customer unknowingly swallowed a hard object — only to discover later that it was a piece of plastic.She subsequently demanded $16,000 in compensation from the dessert store, but th
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Plastic pieces in dessert: Clementi Mall eatery rejects woman's $16k compensation claim

While enjoying her durian puree dessert from an eatery in Clementi Mall, a customer unknowingly swallowed a hard object — only to discover later that it was a piece of plastic.She subsequently demanded $16,000 in compensation from the dessert store, but the store rejected it.The 35-year-old woman, surnamed Lin (transliterated), had visited the store with a friend and ordered a shaved durian puree from Mei Heong Yuen Dessert at about 8pm on Wednesday earlier this month, reported Shin Min Daily News.While enjoying her dessert, the woman bit into something hard. Assuming it was just crushed ice, she swallowed it.Shortly after, she bit into another hard object, which prompted her to spit it out.To her surprise, it turned out to be a small piece of plastic.More plastic pieces foundLin informed the employees about this, but they reportedly appeared unsure of what to do and were unable to reach their manager, the report said.She requested that the durian puree be inspected, and more pieces of plastic were allegedly found.

Over 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in July

Close to a million Singaporean HDB households will receive rebates on their utility and conservancy bills in July.Eligible households will receive U-Save and Service & Conservancy Charges (S&CC) rebates in July as part of the permanent GST Voucher (GS
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Over 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in July

Close to a million Singaporean HDB households will receive rebates on their utility and conservancy bills in July.Eligible households will receive U-Save and Service & Conservancy Charges (S&CC) rebates in July as part of the permanent GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme and the enhanced Assurance Package, said the Ministry of Finance (MOF) in a statement on Monday (June 30).Households will receive rebates according to their HDB flat type.For example, households living in a one- or two-room flat will receive $190 worth of U-Save and one month of S&CC rebates.The latest batch of rebates will be the second quarterly disbursement for Financial Year 2025, and are provided to help Singaporean households with their cost-of-living concerns, said MOF.Eligible households do not need to take any action and will have the rebates automatically credited to their utilities accounts by SP Services and their town councils respectively.MOF said that households whose members own more than one property are not eligible for the rebates.Households with no Singaporean flat owner or occupier will also be ineligible.

Electricity, gas prices to fall from July to September due to lower energy, fuel costs

Households in Singapore will see a decrease in electricity and gas prices from July to September 2025, due to lower energy and fuel costs.The electricity tariff will fall by 2.3 per cent or 0.65 cent per kilowatt hour (kWh) before GST as compared to the previ
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Electricity, gas prices to fall from July to September due to lower energy, fuel costs

Households in Singapore will see a decrease in electricity and gas prices from July to September 2025, due to lower energy and fuel costs.The electricity tariff will fall by 2.3 per cent or 0.65 cent per kilowatt hour (kWh) before GST as compared to the previous quarter, said SP Group on Monday (June 30).City Gas, the producer and retailer of piped gas, said in a separate statement on the same day that the gas tariff will drop from 22.72 cents per kWh to 22.28 cents per kWh due to lower fuel costs as compared to the previous quarter.With the new tariff, the average monthly electricity bill for families living in a four-room HDB flat, for example, will decrease by $2.36 before GST.

Democrats plan new organizing push, looking to unconventional places

A new initiative will train volunteers to counter Trump and the GOP through book clubs, sports forums, WhatsApp groups and other places ahead of the 2025 and 2026 elections.
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Democrats plan new organizing push, looking to unconventional places

A new initiative will train volunteers to counter Trump and the GOP through book clubs, sports forums, WhatsApp groups and other places ahead of the 2025 and 2026 elections.

FACT Malawi Grooms Next Generation of NGO Leaders: Youth Equipped with Practical Skills in Blantyre Workshop

In a bold step to revitalise Malawi’s development sector, the Forum for AIDS Counselling and Training (FACT Malawi) held an impactful Organizational Development and Management Workshop on June 28 in Blantyre, targeting the next wave of changemakers in the N
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FACT Malawi Grooms Next Generation of NGO Leaders: Youth Equipped with Practical Skills in Blantyre Workshop

In a bold step to revitalise Malawi’s development sector, the Forum for AIDS Counselling and Training (FACT Malawi) held an impactful Organizational Development and Management Workshop on June 28 in Blantyre, targeting the next wave of changemakers in the NGO space. The workshop drew over 200 eager participants—students, fresh graduates, job seekers, and young leaders—from […] The post FACT Malawi Grooms Next Generation of NGO Leaders: Youth Equipped with Practical Skills in Blantyre Workshop appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Chakwera Courts Africa’s Richest Man: Dangote Eyes Investment in Malawi’s Key Sectors

President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has met with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, in Abuja, Nigeria, where he is attending the 32nd Afrexim Bank Annual Summit. Hot on the heels of another high-level meeting with billionaire Tony Elumelu, Chakwera’s en
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Chakwera Courts Africa’s Richest Man: Dangote Eyes Investment in Malawi’s Key Sectors

President Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera has met with Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, in Abuja, Nigeria, where he is attending the 32nd Afrexim Bank Annual Summit. Hot on the heels of another high-level meeting with billionaire Tony Elumelu, Chakwera’s engagement with Dangote marks a deliberate strategy to court heavyweight African investors capable of shifting Malawi’s economic […] The post Chakwera Courts Africa’s Richest Man: Dangote Eyes Investment in Malawi’s Key Sectors appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Gangata Returns with Fire: DPP Declares War on MCP, Protest Storm Starts Friday

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has returned to the political frontline with renewed fire and fury. At the heart of this weekend’s storm was the party’s Central Region Vice President Alfred Gangata, who declared during a charged rally in Mchinji th
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Gangata Returns with Fire: DPP Declares War on MCP, Protest Storm Starts Friday

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has returned to the political frontline with renewed fire and fury. At the heart of this weekend’s storm was the party’s Central Region Vice President Alfred Gangata, who declared during a charged rally in Mchinji that massive, nationwide peaceful demonstrations will kick off this Friday—a protest against rising state brutality, […] The post Gangata Returns with Fire: DPP Declares War on MCP, Protest Storm Starts Friday appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Liberia: Liberians Renew Calls for War Crimes Court Following Death of Prince Johnson

[Liberian Investigator] Liberians are once again demanding justice, louder than ever, as frustration mounts over decades of impunity -- and now, with another key war crimes suspect buried without trial, pressure is intensifying for the government to finally e
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Liberia: Liberians Renew Calls for War Crimes Court Following Death of Prince Johnson

[Liberian Investigator] Liberians are once again demanding justice, louder than ever, as frustration mounts over decades of impunity -- and now, with another key war crimes suspect buried without trial, pressure is intensifying for the government to finally establish the War and Economic Crimes Court (WECC).

Madagascar: Row Over Scattered Islands Revived As France and Madagascar Hold Talks

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron and Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina will meet in Paris on Monday to discuss the future of the long-disputed Scattered Islands - a chain of uninhabited islets in the Indian Ocean with big geopolitical, ecological a
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Madagascar: Row Over Scattered Islands Revived As France and Madagascar Hold Talks

[RFI] French President Emmanuel Macron and Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina will meet in Paris on Monday to discuss the future of the long-disputed Scattered Islands - a chain of uninhabited islets in the Indian Ocean with big geopolitical, ecological and symbolic value.

Wounded Puntland soldiers accuse military support committee of embezzlement

Bosaso (HOL) — A group of wounded Puntland army personnel who fought against ISIS militants in the Al-Miskaad Mountains of the Bari region have accused the Puntland Military Support Committee of misappropriating funds meant for their medical care.
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Wounded Puntland soldiers accuse military support committee of embezzlement

Bosaso (HOL) — A group of wounded Puntland army personnel who fought against ISIS militants in the Al-Miskaad Mountains of the Bari region have accused the Puntland Military Support Committee of misappropriating funds meant for their medical care.

Rwanda: Rwanda-Congo Peace Deal Promising, but Political Will, Doha Talks Are Key

[New Times] The peace agreement signed between Rwanda and DR Congo on Friday, June 27 in Washington DC, under US mediation, is seen by analysts as a diplomatic milestone.
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Rwanda: Rwanda-Congo Peace Deal Promising, but Political Will, Doha Talks Are Key

[New Times] The peace agreement signed between Rwanda and DR Congo on Friday, June 27 in Washington DC, under US mediation, is seen by analysts as a diplomatic milestone.

Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Pact Sparks Hope and Skepticism

[Global Press Journal] Lubero, Democratic Republic of Congo -- A new agreement between DRC and Rwanda seeks to end violence in eastern DRC, but many local residents remain uncertain about armed group withdrawals and fear the deal will mainly benefit foreign i
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Congo-Kinshasa: DR Congo-Rwanda Peace Pact Sparks Hope and Skepticism

[Global Press Journal] Lubero, Democratic Republic of Congo -- A new agreement between DRC and Rwanda seeks to end violence in eastern DRC, but many local residents remain uncertain about armed group withdrawals and fear the deal will mainly benefit foreign interests.

EU state’s president calls on other members to talk to Russia

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has urged the EU to stop fearmongering and resume dialogue with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com
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EU state’s president calls on other members to talk to Russia

Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has urged the EU to stop fearmongering and resume dialogue with Russia Read Full Article at RT.com

29 juin : une 41ème fête de l'autonomie à la saveur particulière

Un millier de personnes ont célébré 41 ans d'Autonomie dimanche après-midi à la mairie de Papeete. L’accès refusé au pied de la stèle du parc Paofai n’a rien gâché de la fête. Pendant ce temps, les indépendantistes commémoraient eux la mémoi
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29 juin : une 41ème fête de l'autonomie à la saveur particulière

Un millier de personnes ont célébré 41 ans d'Autonomie dimanche après-midi à la mairie de Papeete. L’accès refusé au pied de la stèle du parc Paofai n’a rien gâché de la fête. Pendant ce temps, les indépendantistes commémoraient eux la mémoire des Tahitiens tombés au combat lors de l'annexion du royaume de Tahiti à la France.

St George’s College hosts second ‘Knight’s Dialogue’ in 2025 lecture series

St George’s College has announced the second staging of its 2025 Lecture Series, taking place on September 23 at 2 p.m. in the school’s Abe Issa Auditorium on campus. The featured speaker will be Philip H. Wong, esteemed alumnus and CEO of Deltana...
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St George’s College hosts second ‘Knight’s Dialogue’ in 2025 lecture series

St George’s College has announced the second staging of its 2025 Lecture Series, taking place on September 23 at 2 p.m. in the school’s Abe Issa Auditorium on campus. The featured speaker will be Philip H. Wong, esteemed alumnus and CEO of Deltana...

A garden of resilience blooms against all odds

If ever there were a prize perfectly suited for Merlene Ottey High School, it’s the Resilience Prize in the recent Trees for Peace Competition. Organised by the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education,...
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A garden of resilience blooms against all odds

If ever there were a prize perfectly suited for Merlene Ottey High School, it’s the Resilience Prize in the recent Trees for Peace Competition. Organised by the Violence Prevention Alliance (VPA) in collaboration with the Ministry of Education,...

Carib Cement’s US$42m expansion project ready to boost production in Jamaica

Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL), a subsidiary of global building materials leader, Cemex, commissioned its US$42-million Debottleneck Project at its Rockfort facility in east Kingston last week. Less than three years after being announced,...
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Carib Cement’s US$42m expansion project ready to boost production in Jamaica

Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL), a subsidiary of global building materials leader, Cemex, commissioned its US$42-million Debottleneck Project at its Rockfort facility in east Kingston last week. Less than three years after being announced,...

Bellevue Hospital emphasises power of support systems on Family Day

Laughter echoed through Bellevue Hospital’s Oo Park last Thursday, as families, clients, and staff gathered for a moving and meaningful Family Day celebration. Hosted by the hospital’s Social Work Department and held under the theme, ‘Building...
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Bellevue Hospital emphasises power of support systems on Family Day

Laughter echoed through Bellevue Hospital’s Oo Park last Thursday, as families, clients, and staff gathered for a moving and meaningful Family Day celebration. Hosted by the hospital’s Social Work Department and held under the theme, ‘Building...

FAO trains stakeholders to boost crop yields with digital sensor technology

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries...
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FAO trains stakeholders to boost crop yields with digital sensor technology

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries...

Rwanda, Congo sign peace deal in US to end fighting, attract investment

Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement on Friday, raising hopes for an end to fighting that has killed thousands and displaced hundreds of thousands more this year.
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Rwanda, Congo sign peace deal in US to end fighting, attract investment

Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo signed a U.S.-brokered peace agreement on Friday, raising hopes for an end to fighting that has killed thousands and displaced hundreds of thousands more this year.

Somali President lays foundation for new Mogadishu International Airport in Middle Shabelle region

Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new Mogadishu International Airport, a major infrastructure project planned for the Warsheekh district in the Middle Shabelle region.
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Somali President lays foundation for new Mogadishu International Airport in Middle Shabelle region

Mogadishu (HOL) — President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new Mogadishu International Airport, a major infrastructure project planned for the Warsheekh district in the Middle Shabelle region.

Somalia, Turkey sign agreement to boost transport and economic infrastructure

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Ministry of Ports and Maritime Transport announced Sunday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Turkey to strengthen cooperation in economic and transport infrastructure across African coastal nations.
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Somalia, Turkey sign agreement to boost transport and economic infrastructure

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Ministry of Ports and Maritime Transport announced Sunday that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Turkey to strengthen cooperation in economic and transport infrastructure across African coastal nations.

Ukrainian brigade stationed in Sumy reinforced with UK-trained troops

«Some of the officers were redeployed from military medics to become assault platoon commanders,» Russian security agencies told TASS
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Ukrainian brigade stationed in Sumy reinforced with UK-trained troops

«Some of the officers were redeployed from military medics to become assault platoon commanders,» Russian security agencies told TASS

New Ukrainian unit transferred to Sumy direction from Kharkov area

According to the report, the fighters of Russia’s battlegroup North grind down the enemy manpower and continue their successful offensive on this section of the front
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New Ukrainian unit transferred to Sumy direction from Kharkov area

According to the report, the fighters of Russia’s battlegroup North grind down the enemy manpower and continue their successful offensive on this section of the front

Nearly 600 Palestinians killed since late May in Gaza near aid distribution points — media

Since May 27, at least 583 Palestinians have been killed and more than 4,000 wounded while waiting for food at distribution points of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation
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Nearly 600 Palestinians killed since late May in Gaza near aid distribution points — media

Since May 27, at least 583 Palestinians have been killed and more than 4,000 wounded while waiting for food at distribution points of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation

Kiev controls protests over missing persons — law enforcers

The source said that attempts by supporters of former Ukrainian President Pyotr Poroshenko to lead this movement were harshly suppressed by the presidential office
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Kiev controls protests over missing persons — law enforcers

The source said that attempts by supporters of former Ukrainian President Pyotr Poroshenko to lead this movement were harshly suppressed by the presidential office

Le Réseau des Femmes Solidaires de Lekoko en ordre de bataille

À quelques mois des élections législatives, le Réseau des Femmes Solidaires de Lekoko a tenu une rencontre stratégique centrée sur les perspectives de ses activités à venir, ce samedi 28 juin 2025 à Akanda, dans le nord de Libreville. Plateforme de r
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Le Réseau des Femmes Solidaires de Lekoko en ordre de bataille

À quelques mois des élections législatives, le Réseau des Femmes Solidaires de Lekoko a tenu une rencontre stratégique centrée sur les perspectives de ses activités à venir, ce samedi 28 juin 2025 à Akanda, dans le nord de Libreville. Plateforme de réflexion et d'action, l'association entend jouer un rôle déterminant dans la participation politique des femmes au Gabon. Réunis dans un esprit d'unité et d'engagement, les membres de la plateforme associative ont réaffirmé leur volonté de (...) - POLITIQUE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Signature d'une convention majeure entre l'État gabonais et l'entreprise Porteo BTP

Le 28 juin 2025, le Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a présidé la signature d'une convention majeure entre l'État gabonais et l'entreprise Porteo BTP pour l'aménagement et le bitumage du tronçon routier Alembe–Mikouyi (300 km
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Signature d'une convention majeure entre l'État gabonais et l'entreprise Porteo BTP

Le 28 juin 2025, le Président de la République, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, a présidé la signature d'une convention majeure entre l'État gabonais et l'entreprise Porteo BTP pour l'aménagement et le bitumage du tronçon routier Alembe–Mikouyi (300 km). D'un coût global de 140 milliards de FCFA, financé en grande partie par BGFIBank, ce projet structurant vise à désenclaver plusieurs régions, améliorer la mobilité nationale et renforcer la complémentarité entre les réseaux routier, (...) - INFRASTRUCTURES / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Police chase, car crash in Jalan Besar lead to arrest of 3 persons for suspected drug offences

Three persons were arrested after their vehicle collided with a lorry while being chased by police on Sunday (June 29).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police said that officers were patrolling along Syed Alwi Road at around 5.45am on Sunday morning wh
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Police chase, car crash in Jalan Besar lead to arrest of 3 persons for suspected drug offences

Three persons were arrested after their vehicle collided with a lorry while being chased by police on Sunday (June 29).Responding to queries from AsiaOne, the police said that officers were patrolling along Syed Alwi Road at around 5.45am on Sunday morning when they saw a car parked haphazardly along the road.They proceeded to check on the driver, but the 25-year-old male driver drove off, leading officers to give chase. He was subsequently arrested.While officers were arresting him, one of the passengers drove the car away, the police said.The car was later located along Syed Alwi Road, but sped away again when the passenger-turned-driver spotted the police, eventually colliding with a lorry and coming to a stop.Police found substances suspected to be controlled drugs and drug paraphernalia in the car.The 25-year-old man was also wanted by police for prior traffic-related offences and was taken conscious to the hospital, and was later arrested for suspected drug-related offences.

Role of drivers will evolve with introduction of autonomous vehicles: Acting Transport Minister

New jobs will emerge but there will always be jobs for drivers in the transport sector, even as Singapore is set to introduce autonomous vehicles, said Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow.On June 27, Siow announced plans to roll out self-driving buses in P
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Role of drivers will evolve with introduction of autonomous vehicles: Acting Transport Minister

New jobs will emerge but there will always be jobs for drivers in the transport sector, even as Singapore is set to introduce autonomous vehicles, said Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow.On June 27, Siow announced plans to roll out self-driving buses in Punggol by the fourth quarter of 2025, during a working visit to Guangzhou, China, raising concerns about job security for drivers.«The role of the driver may change,» he said, adding that it is the role of the Government, together with the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), to «help these drivers make the best of these new opportunities».According to Siow, the role of a driver is likely to change with the introduction of autonomous vehicles.«(It) may well be you have somebody on board that does different things,» he said.Instead of driving, Siow said that one might help elderly passengers with boarding, helping to load luggage, or serve as a tour guide.He highlighted the importance of taxi and private hire drivers in Singapore's current ecosystem, and said that the Government will «make sure that they are well taken care of» amid the proposed developments.

'Powerful symbol of partnership': First JB-Woodlands North RTS train unveiled

The first Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link train was unveiled during a ceremony at the Singapore Rail Test Centre (SRTC) in Tuas on Monday (June 30).Officiated by Singapore's Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow and Malaysia's Minis
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'Powerful symbol of partnership': First JB-Woodlands North RTS train unveiled

The first Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link train was unveiled during a ceremony at the Singapore Rail Test Centre (SRTC) in Tuas on Monday (June 30).Officiated by Singapore's Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow and Malaysia's Minister of Transport YB Anthony Loke, the ceremony highlighted the shared commitment by the neighbours to deliver cross-border rail project.Both ministers also emphasised that the project aims to significantly enhance connectivity.The RTS Link will be served by eight trains, with each train consisting of four cars and a capacity of over 600 passengers. The trains are manufactured by Chinese firm CRRC Zhuzhou Locomotive. The first train has already been delivered to Singapore in April and has undergone preparatory works for On-Site Integrated Testing at the SRTC.Once fully operational by December 2026, the 4km shuttle service from Singapore's Woodlands North station to Johor Bahru's Bukit Chagar station will be able to accommodate up to 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction at peak capacity. 

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