Stories from Singapore · Singapore

During World War II, Singapore fell very quickly to a Japanese force that was numerically weaker but superior. The Japanese soldiers were initially instructed to report to a location called Karikal Mahal. On the first day, their task was to build barbed wire to outline the camp boundaries.

During World War II, a gasoline rationing policy became a liability for a company, preventing members from driving to their headquarters. This led to the abandonment of their HQ in Katong in 1941, only two years after its establishment. The war's impact on the nation's economy was substantial.

CNA938 Singapore discussed how communication barriers were created, particularly for expatriates educated in English. The performance style of a particular individual was described as more verbal, articulated, and intellectual, contrasting with others. A rivalry between China and the Great Wall was mentioned as a factor contributing to these barriers.

New psychoactive substances are emerging, causing global regulators to struggle to keep pace. Variants may exist that have gone undetected. This situation is being explored in a new series.

The Malayan Magic Circle was founded in 1935. Five of the seven founding members were Caucasian due to British rule. Two founding members, Tan Hockchuan and Braga, were Singaporeans.

A man's suicide, which occurred after he was found dead by his children, made headlines globally. He left a letter whose contents were never made public. The man, who was eager to be known, became famous for shameful reasons. He was described as a depressed and broken man following the event. The palace associated with him is now hollow and silent, holding only bittersweet memories.

A former Justice of the Peace, who had built himself up to be like a king, was stripped of his highest honors. In November 1934, his title was removed, likely because a Justice of the Peace requires good character and cannot be bankrupt. He was left destitute after being a chevalier.

A man who spent $500,000 to build an estate found himself $50,000 in debt to a single creditor. He had spent too much money on extravagance, leading to his financial ruin. The newspaper reports indicate nearly 100 creditors were also awaiting payment. By the mid-1930s, his entire estate was lost.

Singapore and Thailand are exploring enhanced bilateral cooperation. Chan met with his Thai counterpart, Adun Buntah, to discuss geopolitical developments. Wong addressed the inaugural Singapore-New Zealand Leadership Forum in Singapore. Wong also highlighted growth potential within the ASEAN region. He noted that businesses must adapt and collaborate more closely to manage ongoing disruptions. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is currently in Singapore for a three-day visit. The proposed cooperation includes the digital and green economies and engagement with ASEAN. Wong said the importance of working with trusted partners to strengthen economic ties.

CNA938 has introduced a new games feature on its app and website, offering five different games for quick breaks. One game, Buzzword, involves forming words from given letters, including a center letter. Another game, Guessword, allows users six chances to uncover a hidden word using color feedback.