Dr Chee Soon Juan contested in the now defunct Bukit Batok SMC by-election in 2016. He returned to contest in the 2020 General Election. Now that the SMC has been folded into the new Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC, SDP’s Chee Soon Juan says he has to “leave Bukit Batok , and [I] do it with a heavy heart.”

GE2025: Residents' reaction to SDP's announcement that Chee Soon Juan will run for Sembawang West SMC

Celebrating 25 years in showbiz in 2026, American singer-actor Josh Groban chats with AsiaOne about his darkest days, setting up arts education foundation Find Your Light, as well as the joys in singing and acting as a “monstrous killer” in the Broadway show Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Josh Groban on constant pressure and proudest achievement in 25-year career | E-Junkies

In a small, densely built-up country like Singapore, space is precious, and balancing human needs with wildlife is a constant challenge. How can the city create a home for both people and wildlife?

Rescuing and protecting Singapore’s wildlife | A Wilder Tomorrow

Ashish first traveled abroad for work in Singapore, where he made the city his home. As a Jain with strict dietary requirements, he shares how exploring Singapore’s diverse cultures and cuisines both challenged and enriched his experience.

Navigating life as a Jain | Of Beliefs & Faiths

Behind the sirens, firefighters are ordinary people with an extraordinary passion for saving lives. Meet Captain Grace Liew, a Hazardous Materials Specialist, as she shares her journey to a 7-year career with the Singapore Civil Defence Force through the Fire and Rescue scheme. For her, the SCDF saying rings true: Lifesaving. It’s life changing. Find out more at: go.gov.sg/scdf-join-us-today This post is in partnership with the Singapore Civil Defence Force.

How a fatal accident inspired this firefighter’s lifesaving purpose | Behind the Sirens

Behind the sirens, firefighters are ordinary people with an extraordinary passion for saving lives. Meet Warrant Officer Dayanithi S/O Karunanidi, a Search Specialist with two K-9 dogs, as he shares the story of his 15-year journey with the Singapore Civil Defence Force through the Fire and Rescue scheme. For him, the SCDF motto holds meaning: Lifesaving. It’s life changing. Find out more at: go.gov.sg/scdf-join-us-today This post is in partnership with the Singapore Civil Defence Force.

How walking into a fire station led to a life-changing journey as a firefighter | Behind the Sirens

Join Uncle Jimmy, a 76-year-old resident at a nursing home, as he takes part in the Haydays with Horses programme.&nbsp; Over the course of the 10-week equine-assisted therapy programme, seniors at the NTUC Health Nursing Home in Jurong West interacted with horses through guided activities designed to support emotional well-being, encourage movement and spark connections with these majestic animals.

How Horses Are Helping Seniors In A Nursing Home

South Korean singer-actor Hwang Min-hyun was in Singapore on Aug 22, 2026, for Lenskart's Frame Your Style showcase and AsiaOne caught up with him to find out how spectacles fit into his everyday style, about reuniting with his pop group Wanna One and what we can expect from his upcoming drama Study Group 2. Read more: https://www.asiaone.com/entertainment/hwang-min-hyun-lenskart-study-group-wanna-one Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video

Hwang Min-hyun on Wanna One reunion and Study Group 2 | E-Junkies

AsiaOne catches up with global boy band Nexz after their Mmchk: Not Typical concert in Singapore. We find out how they're feeling after wrapping up their tour, play a game of 'Who's Most Likely To' and end off with them trying Singapore snacks. #NEXZ #넥스지 #ネクスジ #Kpop Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video

Nexz on their 1st concert in Singapore, trying local snacks| E-Junkies

South Korean star Bae Suzy was in Singapore on July 17 for Japanese haircare brand Tsubaki’s 20th anniversary. She told AsiaOne how it was like returning here, how 2026 has been for her and the biggest lesson she’s learnt as an actress. #SuzyxTsubaki_inSingapore #BaeSuzy #배수지 #수지 #Suzy #TsubakiSG Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video