A man was captured on CCTV bringing a bunch of delivery parcels into his unit at Buangkok Crescent.

The footage was uploaded on Threads by a resident whose parcel, containing around S$40 worth of items, was also allegedly stolen.

The Threads user, who spoke to Mothership, said she has since taken down the video out of respect for everyone's privacy and to allow the relevant parties to handle the matter.

She has since been compensated by delivery company J&T Express.

A police report has also been filed.

Caught bringing in parcels

The resident told Mothership that she had ordered items from Shein for her daughter's overseas school trip and was expecting her parcel on Oct. 29.

"When the delivery personnel came to my home, I was informed that my parcel had allegedly been stolen, together with several other parcels," she said.

The delivery personnel then offered her compensation.

The following day, a neighbour shared CCTV footage in the neighbourhood's WhatsApp group.

Other residents also allegedly had their parcels stolen.

The footage, captured on Oct. 29, showed a man pushing a trolley filled with parcels towards a unit.

He then opened the door and brought the parcels inside one by one.

Another clip shared in the WhatsApp group also showed the same individual picking up a parcel outside a unit and leaving with it.

Concerns

The resident said she initially shared the clip not to seek attention or publicly shame anyone.

She explained that, apart from being an affected customer, she also operates a Shopee collection point in the neighbourhood.

"If something like this can happen to residents, I am concerned that it could potentially happen to parcels entrusted to me as well.

My intention was to raise awareness about parcel security within our neighbourhood, not to determine anyone's guilt. I understand that the circumstances need to be properly investigated."

A diner spotted a couple, who took their dog to a coffee shop at Block 844 Tampines Street 82, and allowed their pet to sit by the table.

The coffee shop had at least two halal food stalls in its premises.

The diner told Mothership that the dog was wearing clothes and was placed on a chair.

The owners apparently continued eating even when their dog kept barking, the diner said.

Cleaner tried to intervene

A cleaner at the coffee shop apparently tried to intervene by informing the couple that they were not allowed to dine in with a dog, the diner said.

But the cleaner got ignored, the diner added: “The uncle cleaning tables tried to tell them they were not supposed to dine in with dog but they just ignored him.”

The cleaner apparently remarked that it was not the couple’s first time bringing a dog to the establishment.

What SFA said

Based on the information it received, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) said the dog was at the coffee shop’s outdoor refreshment area (ORA).

ORAs are situated outside the main structure of a building or food premises that are not enclosed, even if under shelter, and that can be reached without going through the food premises, SFA said.

In response to media queries, SFA said in a statement that since Jan. 1, 2025, retail food businesses, such as coffee shops, that are not serving pet food do not need to seek approval from SFA to allow patrons to bring pets along for dine-in at their ORAs.

It added that food businesses should still adopt good food safety practices, and that operators who allow pets at their ORAs are encouraged to provide clear signs showing where pets are allowed, signs directing patrons to the nearest handwashing facility, and hand sanitisers.

SFA previously said pets are still not allowed at hawker centres and their ORAs island-wide.

"This is in consideration that hawker centres are communal spaces, unlike ORAs of privately managed food businesses," SFA added.

What MUIS said

The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) said its Halal Certification Conditions (HCC) apply only to areas covered by a premises’ approved halal certification.

If a whole coffee shop is halal-certified, they cover its dining areas and outdoor refreshment areas, MUIS added.

If only an individual stall is certified, they cover just that stall, and shared dining areas fall under SFA’s requirements, MUIS also said.

The spokesperson said:

“Under the HCC, pet dogs are not permitted within halal-certified premises, including certified ORAs, except for guide dogs. The presence of a dog in a shared dining area outside an individual stall’s certification scope does not, in itself, constitute a breach of the stall’s halal certification conditions.”

A 52-year-old Australian man was sentenced to five months and six weeks’ jail and fined S$5,000 for harassing police officers.

He spat at the officers and urinated in their direction.

Additionally, he threatened to defecate and throw his faeces at the police officers.

Morris Davis faced eight charges, which included using criminal force against a public servant and charges under the Protection from Harassment Act.

He pleaded guilty to four charges and was sentenced on Oct. 30.

The remaining charges were taken into consideration during sentencing.

Transit

On Jul. 16, Davis arrived at Changi Airport Terminal 3 from Bali, Indonesia, CNA reported.

He was transiting through Singapore to Australia.

Davis sustained head injuries from an accident in Bali and was pushed into a clinic at the terminal.

As he was required to pay for medical treatment, Davis became upset and left the clinic.

He then headed for the Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Gold Lounge.

When staff requested Davis’ identity and eligibility to use the facilities, he became agitated and verbally abused the lounge manager.

Police were alerted, and he was sent to Changi General Hospital for treatment.

Return

On the same day, Davis returned to Changi Airport Terminal 3.

He walked into the departure hall with an invalid boarding pass and demanded to speak to the manager so he could enter the lounge and board his flight to Perth, Australia.

An auxiliary police officer escorted Davis to the Singapore Airlines’ check-in counter to enquire about his flight back to Perth.

Davis then shouted vulgarities repeatedly at the officer.

Other police officers approached Davis in response to the commotion, who attempted to hail a taxi.

He attempted to move away from the police officers and claimed he wanted to leave for a smoke.

The officers told him he could only smoke later, and Davis became agitated.

He asked the officers to arrest and jail him.

In charge sheets seen by Mothership, at about 3:30pm, when an officer tapped him on the shoulder, Davis proceeded to threaten him:

"Touch me one more time, I swear to god, I will knock your glass off your head."

Davis was warned about his conduct, but he continued to verbally abuse the officer.

Police then arrested him and brought him to Changi General Hospital, where officers watched him.

Hospital

When Davis woke up from being sedated, he was restrained and became agitated towards one of the officers:

"I want to grab your throat and choke you."

Between approximately 5:30am and 12:40pm, he harassed the police officers watching over him.

Davis spat at them multiple times, and when they attempted to put a mask over his face, he repeatedly removed it and continued spitting on them.

He then requested to use the washroom, which a police officer denied him.

Davis was offered a potty instead.

He threatened to defecate and throw his faeces at the police officer.

Davis later requested to use the washroom again minutes later, but was denied.

He was offered a urinal bottle.

After spitting at the police officers, he proceeded to urinate from his bed at the direction of the police officers.

Sometime later, one officer attempted to mask Davis to prevent him from spitting, and he attempted to bite the officer.

Later that morning, two different officers took over ward duty.

At lunchtime, Davis became angry as he wanted to eat with both hands.

He threw his food to the ground, broke the plates, and spat at the two officers.

Derogatory

The prosecution sought eight months and one week’s jail for Davis.

They argue that he committed multiple offences in a short span of time and his actions were not only disrespectful but “derogatory”.

The prosecution added that Davis “obviously had no respect” for the local police.

Davis’ lawyers said Davis was extremely remorseful, apologetic and ashamed of his behaviour.

They added that he was also ready to face the consequences and wanted to apologise to the police officers involved.

During sentencing, the judge noted Davis’ behaviour and that, over 32 hours, he directed verbal abuse, threats and physical aggression at public servants who were conducting their duties:

“His actions demonstrate a prolonged and flagrant disregard for authority and the dignity of the public officers involved.”

The judge also said the “inherently degrading and unsanitary nature” of urinating in the direction of the police officers was “particularly reprehensible”.

More than 6,000 new homes, comprising mostly public housing, are set to be built in Toa Payoh West as the area undergoes rejuvenation.

Toa Payoh West will be progressively developed over the coming decade, said the Housing and Development Board (HDB) on Oct. 31.

New homes, commercial, community and recreational amenities will come together to form a "second heart" for Toa Payoh, HDB added.

The plans were also announced by Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat at the launch of the Toa Payoh West Master Plan Exhibition at HDB Hub on Oct. 31, 2026.

First BTO development at Toa Payoh West

Toa Payoh Hillside, the first Built-to-Order (BTO) BTO project under the Toa Payoh West master plan, will be launched in the November 2026 BTO sales exercise.

It will offer about 1,600 flats next to Caldecott MRT station, across five residential blocks ranging from 31 to 43 storeys.

The development will comprise 590 two-room Flexi flats, 580 four-room flats, 260 Community Care Apartments (CCAs) and about 230 public rental flats.

The CCAs to be offered in Toa Payoh Hillside will be the first in Toa Payoh.

From the November 2026 BTO sales exercise, the eligibility age for CCAs will be lowered from 65 to 55 years old, giving seniors more housing options and more time to plan ahead, HDB said.

The CCA block will be directly connected to an Active Ageing Centre, Residents’ Network Centre and precinct pavilion, with sheltered access to Caldecott MRT station.

Senior-friendly features, including coloured wayfinding cues and grab bars along common corridors, will also be built.

Residents will also enjoy convenient access to amenities within the development, including a supermarket, shops, and a food court, HDB said.

New amenities around Caldecott MRT

A new cluster of commercial, community and recreational amenities around Caldecott MRT station is also in the works.

Residents can expect a new mixed-use development offering more retail and dining options.

In front of the mixed-use development, there will be a plaza space that connects to a new 1.2-hectare wellness park, HDB said.

Plans for a school in the area are also being studied, HDB added.

Nature-themed playgrounds will cater to young children, while jogging tracks and fitness stations with senior-friendly equipment will be available for adults and seniors.

Residents can also unwind at quieter spaces, including a butterfly trail, sensory alcove and rain gardens.

Green spaces and connectivity

Inspired by the area's hilly terrain, the master plan envisions Toa Payoh West as a “Hillside Gardens” neighbourhood, with a "Central Green Valley" forming a green spine of parks and precinct greens that connects homes to key amenities.

This includes Caldecott MRT station and a new shopping mall.

The terrain will also shape new housing developments, with buildings stepping down towards the valley and lower-rise blocks and open spaces interspersed among taller residential buildings.

A 15m-wide, tree-lined community corridor will also provide a shaded, car-free walking route between Caldecott MRT station and Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, with seating and greenery along the way.

Residents will enjoy public transport connections via Caldecott MRT station, which serves the Circle and Thomson-East Coast Lines, as well as nearby Toa Payoh MRT station and bus interchange.

The upcoming North-South Corridor will further improve connectivity and create opportunities for better walking and cycling routes and more street-level greenery.

Members of the public can view the Toa Payoh West Master Plan exhibition at the HDB Hub Level 1 Gallery from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, 2026.

Selected exhibits will remain on display at the same venue until mid-2027.

A 45-year-old Singaporean mother has garnered some attention online after she posted a video of herself commemorating her 18-year-old son’s completion of National Service basic training with the Singapore Police Force (SPF).

While her 18-year-old son, Hayden, was the subject of her video, netizens were distracted by something else—her youthful appearance.

Passing-out parade

In an Instagram post on Oct. 20, Claudia Seah posted about her Hayden's passing-out parade.

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“He’ll work Monday to Friday, and he can finally come home every day,” Seah said.

“After training, my son has become more respectful of others. He’s become considerate of others.” She added.

Appearance

However, netizens in the comment section were more surprised by her appearance.

“I thought you are sister & brother....😮,” a person commented.

“Your son?? What facial lotions you use?? Give me your list!” went another.

Make-up business

According to 8days, Seah runs a make-up business in Bangkok, Thailand, where she has been living for the past 10 years with her Thai husband.

She is a mother of three.

Seah said she is used to people getting shocked by her youthful appearance, and “people normally get shocked” when they find out she is Hayden’s mother.

She attributed her appearance to getting adequate sleep, minimising stress, and remaining hydrated.

She also reportedly takes supplements, such as collagen and astaxanthin.

Seah claimed she does not undergo aesthetic treatments because she is busy with work and family matters.

A five-room resale flat at SkyParc @ Dawson in Queenstown has been sold for S$1.818 million in October 2026, setting a new record resale price for the flat type in Singapore.

The unit at Block 96 Dawson Road is located between the 40th and 42nd floors, according to the Housing and Development Board (HDB) website for checking resale flat prices.

It has a remaining lease of approximately 94 years.

The unit spans approximately 1,195 sq ft, which means the sale was about S$1,522 per square foot.

The previous sale record was a five-room HDB flat at City Vue @ Henderson in Redhill, which was sold for S$1.728 million in April 2026.

The unit spans 1,216 square foot, which means the sale was about S$1,421 per square foot.

SkyParc @ Dawson

SkyParc @ Dawson was completed in 2020, in the mature estate of Queenstown.

It was built as a dedicated replacement housing site under the Selective En bloc Redevelopment Scheme (SERS).

The estate is within walking distance from Queenstown MRT station.

Redhill MRT station is also nearby.

It has 810 residential units across three blocks, which are 34 to 43 storeys high.

HDB flats with very high resale prices 'a minority'

In an April 2026 parliamentary reply, the Ministry of National Development (MND) said about 6 per cent of resale flats transacted above S$1 million in 2025.

Based on the flash estimate for the first quarter of 2026, resale prices declined slightly by 0.1 per cent.

MND added that the resale market continues to provide a wide range of flats at different price points, catering to different budgets and needs.

In 2025, there were four-room resale flats with leases of 70 years or longer in Tampines and Punggol going for around S$650,000 to S$700,000.

In Sembawang and Yishun, such flats were available below S$600,000, MND added, while in Jurong West and Woodlands, there were options below S$550,000.

Eligible first-time resale buyers can get housing grants of up to S$230,000, further reducing the amounts they need to pay, MND said.

Previously, at a media briefing on Aug. 20, 2024, then-National Development Minister Desmond Lee shared that HDB flats with very high resale prices make up "a very small proportion of all transactions", even though record HDB resale prices have frequently made headlines.

Lee added at the time that such transactions made up only 0.5 per cent of all four-room or smaller flats transacted in the last two years, are very central, and are well served by transport connectivity and comprehensive amenities.

Lee noted that more than half of them are also located on very high floors, above 30 storeys, and have good views.

However, they have caused Singaporeans to be concerned about "the affordability of resale flats as a whole":

"Flat sellers who are reading such news raise their expectations about how much the flat could bring, while flat buyers become anxious to secure flats before prices get higher.

If we are not careful, such market dynamics can cause the resale market to run out of line with economic fundamentals and cause a bubble."

Lee also noted then that flats that cross the million-dollar mark made up about 2 per cent of all resale transactions over the last 1.5 years at the time.

Pope Leo XIV, an American citizen, has cast his vote in the United States midterm elections.

This marks the first known time that a pope has voted in a political election.

According to Vatican News, citing a statement from the Holy See Press Office on Oct. 30, the head of the Catholic Church submitted his mail-in ballot in Chicago, U.S.

“Pope Leo XIV has exercised his right to vote as a United States citizen, whenever he was eligible to do so,” the statement read.

The Chicago-born pontiff also reportedly confirmed that he had voted in previous elections and “exercised his right to vote whenever he was eligible to do so” when he was a missionary in Peru.

The Pope also holds Peruvian citizenship.

“The Holy Father expresses his belief in the right and the duty of citizens to participate in democratic processes,” the statement read.

A rift earlier this year between U.S. president Donald Trump and the pope was reported internationally.

Leo and Trump repeatedly clashed over papal criticism of the harsh crackdown on immigration in the U.S. and of the war on Iran.

Trump called the pontiff "weak" on crime and "terrible" on foreign policy.

The pope said he was "not afraid" of Trump.

Leo called on everyone to do their part for peace in April after Trump threatened to destroy Iran.

The head of the Catholic Church urge people to "contact the authorities - political leaders, congressmen - to ask them, to tell them, to work for peace and to reject war and violence".

The U.S. midterm elections are scheduled for Nov. 3.

A total of 158 migrant workers staying at Westlite Accommodation's dormitories were given the chance to visit Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Singapore on Oct. 3.

Speaking to Mothership, a company spokesperson said the workers were Westlite resident ambassadors across its 10 dormitories, as part of an in-house resident engagement initiative.

Westlite Accommodation provides dormitories for migrant workers across various industries in Singapore and Malaysia.

The company said the outing was a gesture of appreciation for the ambassadors and their contributions to their resident communities.

"We wanted to give them an enjoyable break from their usual routine and the opportunity to experience something new together," the company said.

Halloween Horror Nights

The migrant workers got to enjoy the rides and haunted houses.

They were also given Halloween-themed hairbands and glasses to wear throughout the night.

Videos shared on Westlite's social media showed the workers enjoying themselves as they interacted with the scare actors.

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The company also organised a photo contest with prizes, encouraging residents to capture and share their favourite moments.

Each resident received a S$10 food voucher for refreshments, while chartered transport was arranged to and from the event.

Residential events

This is not the first time the company has organised such an event.

It holds an annual appreciation event for its resident ambassadors.

"Beyond this, residents can enjoy weekly activities across our dormitories through our in-house Resi-Life Programme, supported by dedicated managers who plan and coordinate regular events," the company said.

The company also works closely with community partners and non-profit organisations to offer a diverse range of programmes that promote social integration, personal growth and a stronger sense of community.

Besides local excursions to attractions, such as the Museum of Ice Cream and Gardens by the Bay, the company also organises annual overseas excursions to destinations, such as Kuala Lumpur, Genting and Malacca.

Other activities include an annual inter-dormitory cricket tournament and volunteering initiatives.

Residents can also sign up for upskilling programmes, such as computer classes.

"Together, these activities give residents opportunities to have fun, learn new skills, pursue their interests, connect with others and contribute to the wider community," the company said.

A male motorcyclist and his female pillion rider, both 24, died following a traffic accident at Tampines Avenue 12 involving two cars and a motorcycle.

The incident occurred on the night of Oct. 29 along Tampines Avenue 12.

The authorities were alerted at 10:35pm.

Audi involved

The incident reportedly involved a blue Audi “that was travelling in the opposite direction” of the motorcycle that got hit, according to The Straits Times and Shin Min Daily News.

The car apparently crashed through the centre divider and hit the motorcycle before hitting another black car.

Eyewitnesses reportedly saw the couple on the motorcycle flung into the air as a result of the impact.

The female pillion rider landed on the covered walkway about one metre from the road, while the male motorcyclist was thrown onto the grass patch nearly two metres from the road.

A 64-year-old retiree told Shin Min that she went to check out what happened after hearing about it.

She apparently saw the motorcyclist and his pillion rider “lying on the ground”.

“The man was vomiting a lot of blood, and his leg was broken. It was very horrifying,” she said.

Public tried to help

A 39-year-old resident in the area told Shin Min that he rushed to the scene to render aid after hearing a loud crash.

He reportedly found the motorcyclist and the pillion rider lying face down and unconscious.

The resident attempted to render aid and tried to “wake them”.

“They did not respond, and their pulses were already very weak,” he said.

He added that residents brought an automated external defibrillator (AED) and performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on the injured.

Emergency responders arrived shortly and took over.

Driver and passenger fled

A man and woman, who were believed to be a couple, were seen trapped inside the overturned Audi, which crashed through the centre divider.

After passersby freed them, both of them abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene.

The resident claimed that both individuals fled towards nearby blocks.

This reportedly made those at the scene angry as they realised the couple left after causing a serious accident.

According to a resident that Shin Min spoke to: "Everyone at the scene was very angry. How could they cause an accident, kill someone, and then run away?"

Arrests

Police subsequently arrested both individuals, a man, aged 30, and a woman, aged 29, on Oct. 30.

The man was charged on Oct. 31.

He faced nine charges, which included dangerous driving causing death, driving under disqualification as a repeat offender, failing to render assistance, and displaying a false licence plate.

Aftermath

Shin Min reported that traffic was blocked after the incident.

An electrical box was apparently damaged, and several trees and signboards were knocked over.

A nearly 3m-long section of the central divider railing was reportedly damaged.

Bloodstains, debris and shattered glass from the incident were also apparently seen at the site.

Several workers were reportedly seen cleaning up the incident site.

The deceased were a married couple, and the woman was one month pregnant at the time of the incident.

They leave behind their six-year-old son.

These days, whenever someone asks me for my age, I typically respond by saying, “In my 20s”.

Being vague and evasive is my way of avoiding the fact that I am a year away from turning 30.

Sadly, no matter how much I try to hide from this fact, nature finds a way to remind me that I am no longer as young as I used to be.

However, it’s not all doom and gloom. I’ve realised that there are some things that I could only learn with the experience of age.

For example, I’ve learned that it’s important to make your home and room, where you would spend large parts of your time, comfortable with the right appliances.

Here are some wisdom I’ve unlocked as I’ve levelled up in the game of life.

Cherish the moment

Approaching 30s, wedding invites and adult talk have become the norm.

This is most stark whenever I head back for reservist.

The same group of people whom I used to goof around with have now replaced fun nonsense with serious discussions about ceiling fans, water dispensers and furniture.

It never fails to remind me of how fast time flies, how everyone has embarked on adventures of their own, and the need to cherish the moment.

Despite the unbelievable maturing that my friends have undergone, one thing has stayed the same — we have each other’s backs.

This adult talk is often accompanied by the trading of useful tips and tricks, such as their go-to brand or product considerations.

Showing more love to your parents

The adult talk also features one common theme — the awareness of the need to take care of our parents.

I’ll admit, I used to be quite an angsty and rebellious child. I saw my parents’ advice as restraints on freedom.

Now, looking back, I’ve realised that there were many things that my parents did that I took for granted.

As my parents themselves age, I’ve also realised it’s important to show up for them the way they did for me.

Apart from things like getting my mum a bouquet, I’ve also been thinking about how I can do my part in the household and help make my parents' life easier.

One idea I’ve had is to take the initiative to upgrade certain things at home, such as sharing with my parents my newfound love for water dispensers.

Some people like my parents are habitual creatures who have gotten so used to boiling water with a kettle and hearing its whistle, but I find access to instant cold or hot water so much better.

Reflecting on all these, if there’s a brand that I could pick to represent my friends and I as we approach our 30s, it might just be home-grown EuropAce.

EuropAce's home appliance catalogue reflects much of the excitement, anxieties and realisations of young adulting.

Balancing aesthetics with functionality, EuropAce has spent the past 30 years building products that stylishly fit the needs of the Singaporean household.

Investing in appliances that make life better

So, just as my friends have my back, allow me to have yours with some home appliance tips.

For starters, get a hot and cold water dispenser, as I’ve said.

It’ll take your home into the future, and you can start with the sleek-looking StronPure 2.7L instant hot and cold water purifier.

Want to enjoy a drier environment indoors amidst Singapore’s humid weather? EuropAce has got you covered with its Melody series 25L smart dehumidifier, which promises to fit seamlessly into your home or room aesthetic.

Another great addition to a home would be a bladeless fan, so you don’t have to rely on just your air-conditioner to keep cool.

With its air-purifying function, EuropAce’s Smart Slim and Compact Air Purifying Bladeless Fan will keep your house cool and air pure at the same time.

For those with a taste for the finer things in life, EuropAce also has a cool wine and beverage chiller that gets the job done without losing its youthful vibe.

Check out the LumiCool Series Wine and Beverage Chiller.

Got lobang must share

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So, here’s how I would sum up the lessons I’ve learned from life so far: take it easy, listen to your parents and drink more water.

Also, shop EuropAce’s tried-and-tested home appliances. There’s a good Gift-with-Purchase promo going on from now until Dec. 31, 2026.

This branded article made the writer nostalgic.