Healthcare Costs: Health Minister Ong Ye Kung expressed dismay at a company's $52,000 monthly rental bid for a Tampines HDB clinic, raising concerns about healthcare affordability. The company later defended its business model, claiming they were not trying to squeeze patients.

Transportation Updates: Malaysia will enforce Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) requirements starting July 1, affecting Singapore motorists. Singapore announced expansion works at Woodlands Checkpoint beginning Q3 2025, requiring acquisition of Malaysian-owned land. COE prices decreased across all categories except motorcycles.

Crime & Scams: Over 1,800 people were arrested in a major transnational anti-scam operation, with 106 arrests in Singapore and $7.7m seized. A repeat offender was jailed for cheating 61 contractors of $310,000, while a hair salon chain admitted to unfair practices targeting elderly customers. A man was charged for making a bomb threat on a plane bound for Abu Dhabi.

International Relations: Singapore and the Philippines agreed to expand collaboration in renewable energy, sustainability, and healthcare. The partnership emphasizes carbon credits and clean energy as priority areas for cooperation.

Public Transport Issues: The East-West Line experienced a significant 6-day disruption in September 2024, prompting discussions about the effectiveness of fines as punishment for train disruptions.