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CNA
12 hours ago
- CNA
Cyclist did not report gunshot wound at point of admission, says NUH
SINGAPORE: A man who suffered a gunshot wound while cycling in a restricted forested area near Nee Soon Range did not disclose that he had been shot at the point of admission to the National University Hospital (NUH). In response to CNA's queries, an NUH spokesperson said on Friday (Jun 20) that the man admitted himself to its emergency department at 1pm on Jun 15. During triage and the initial clinical assessment, the man 'did not report that he had been shot', NUH noted. Based on the man's account and the circumstances of his admission, there were also 'no overt signs' to indicate a firearm-related injury, it said. As such, 'there was no known basis for a police report to be made at that point', the hospital added. NUH said that the police were notified immediately once the cause of the external wound was 'definitively determined'. 'We are cooperating fully with the police in their investigations and are unable to comment further out of respect for patient confidentiality, and as the case remains under investigation.' On the man's treatment, NUH said he was attended to promptly, based on standard trauma protocols, and was closely monitored. Appropriate care was given based on the team's clinical assessment and the man was assessed to be in a stable condition throughout, it added. THE INCIDENT The man was shot at about 11.40am on Jun 15 while cycling with friends in a forested part of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, between Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs — a restricted area where live-firing activities are conducted. At the time of the incident, an authorised live-firing activity was being conducted by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) at its Nee Soon 500m Range, about 2.3km away. According to the police, the man was taken to the hospital by his friends, and a bullet slug was found lodged in his left lower back. He was in a stable condition after surgery to remove the slug. In the wake of the incident, Singapore's cycling governing body has urged riders to stay on designated trails and follow safety guidelines. The man is currently being investigated for wilful trespass, the police said on Wednesday. Under the Military Manoeuvres Act, unauthorised individuals are not allowed to enter gazetted areas designated for SAF live-firing for their own safety. Wilful trespass refers to a person deliberately trespassing on any grounds that belong to the government, areas designated for public purposes, houses, premises, land, boats or vessels without a satisfactory excuse.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Cyclist with gunshot wound after riding in gazetted area under investigation; QS Ranking 2026: NUS retains top 10 spot, NTU climbs to 12th: Singapore live news
A 42-year-old cyclist is under police investigation for wilful trespass after he was hit by a bullet on 15 June while cycling through a restricted zone in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR). The area was gazetted for Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live firing. The incident occurred while the SAF was conducting an exercise at Nee Soon Range, about 2.3km away from where the man was injured. The bullet struck his lower left back and was later removed at National University Hospital the same day. Singapore's universities continue to impress on the global stage, with the National University of Singapore (NUS) maintaining its position at eighth place in the Britain-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026. Nanyang Technological University (NTU) also made significant progress, climbing three spots to 12th place following an 11-position jump last year. The rankings, which assess 1,500 institutions worldwide, continue to be dominated by US and Britain universities, with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) holding the top spot for the 14th consecutive year. Read more in our live blog below, including the latest local and international news and updates. Microsoft is planning another wave of job cuts, with thousands of roles – particularly in sales – expected to be affected. According to sources familiar with the matter, the layoffs are likely to be announced in early July, shortly after the company's fiscal year ends in June. The cuts are also not expected to be limited to just one department. The reductions are part of the company's latest move to trim its workforce amid heavy spending on artificial intelligence. This follows a separate round of layoffs in May that saw 6,000 roles axed, mostly in product and engineering. Sales and marketing staff were largely spared then. However, in April, Microsoft informed employees that it would increasingly rely on third-party vendors to handle software sales for smaller clients. For more on the expected Microsoft job cuts, read here. Two local Zika cases have been confirmed in Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32, according to a joint update by the National Environment Agency (NEA) and Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on 19 June. After being notified of the cases, NEA began wastewater testing and mosquito surveillance in the surrounding residential area. The results revealed persistent Zika virus signals, which suggest this is an area with likely Zika transmission. NEA's surveillance efforts, which include the use of gravitraps in HDB estates to catch Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, are part of regular operations to curb the spread of vector-borne diseases. As of 12 June, seven Zika cases have been reported in Singapore in 2025, with the latest confirmed on 11 June. The agency advised residents to seek medical advice early if they show symptoms such as rash, fever, joint pain, or conjunctivitis. While there is no specific treatment for Zika, the CDA advised pregnant women to consult their obstetricians promptly due to the risk of congenital issues like microcephaly in babies. For more information on the Woodlands Zika cases, read here. Amazon has officially joined the growing list of companies warning that artificial intelligence will reshape the workforce — and not always in a good way. In a memo released on Tuesday (17 June), CEO Andy Jassy said the tech giant expects AI-driven efficiency gains to lead to a leaner corporate workforce in the years ahead. While there are no immediate layoffs, the writing is on the wall: jobs that can be automated may soon disappear. The trend towards AI superiority can already be felt in the job market. Shopify's CEO said new hires must prove AI can't do the job better. Duolingo plans to replace contractors with AI, while Salesforce won't be hiring engineers in 2025 because their current hires are getting more done with AI tools. Christian Schneider, the CEO of New York-based startup fileAI, told BI that he's already seeing job losses in corners of the tech industry, and he expects AI to exacerbate the trend. "I'm totally expecting a tightening. I think when we look into tech layoffs, it's so apparent that something is changing," said Schneider. That said, it's not all doom and gloom. Experts say while some jobs will vanish, others will evolve – and workers may find themselves moving into more people-centric roles or overseeing AI-generated results rather than doing the grunt work. For more on AI reshaping the work force, read here. Three Australian men suspected of gunning down a man in a Bali villa were briefly held in Singapore before being deported back to Indonesia. On 14 June, two masked men stormed a villa in Badung and fatally shot 32-year-old Australian Zivan Radmanovic. Another man, 34-year-old Sanar Ghanim, was seriously injured in the same attack. The suspects, believed to have worn masks, then fled the scene and linked up with a third accomplice, who helped them escape. One of the suspects, a 27-year-old identified only by his initials DFJ, was arrested at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport while trying to board a flight to Cambodia via Singapore. DFJ is alleged to have played a key role in planning the attack and escape. The other two men (also identified by their initials), 22-year-old MC and 27-year-old PMT, managed to leave for Cambodia after transiting through Singapore on 16 June. However, Cambodian authorities denied them entry, and they were placed on a return flight to Indonesia, again transiting through Singapore. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) confirmed it took the pair into custody during their stopover and deported them to Indonesia on 17 June, in accordance with international civil aviation protocols. For more on the suspects, read here. Singapore's universities continue to impress on the global stage, with the National University of Singapore (NUS) maintaining its position at eighth place in the Britain-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026. Nanyang Technological University (NTU) also made significant progress, climbing three spots to 12th place following an 11-position jump last year. The rankings, which assess 1,500 institutions worldwide, continue to be dominated by US and Britain universities, with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) holding the top spot for the 14th consecutive year. NUS remains the highest-ranked university in Asia. The QS rankings are based on nine indicators: academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, citations per faculty, international faculty ratio, international student ratio, international research network, employment outcomes and sustainability. NUS president Tan Eng Chye said, "We are particularly heartened to be ranked amongst the best in Asia for academic reputation, and to have made notable advances in employer reputation and international research partnerships." NTU president Ho Teck Hua said, "NTU's strong showing in this year's QS rankings reflects its constant efforts to reimagine itself amidst a rapidly changing world." For more on the rankings of other Singapore universities, read here. A 42-year-old cyclist is under police investigation for wilful trespass after he was hit by a bullet on 15 June while cycling through a restricted zone in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR). The area was gazetted for Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live firing. The incident occurred while the SAF was conducting an exercise at Nee Soon Range, about 2.3km away from where the man was injured. The bullet struck his lower left back and was later removed at National University Hospital the same day. The injury was not life-threatening, and the man is currently stable after surgery. The Ministry of Defence has reminded everyone that these live-firing areas are strictly off-limits under the Military Manoeuvres Act, and signs are clearly posted to warn people to stay out for their own safety. The Woodcutter's Trail, which lies within CCNR is an unofficial route that's popular among cyclists for its challenging slopes and winding paths. Though there are warning signs around the park, some cyclists and hikers have been known to ignore them, reported The Straits Times. For more on the investigation on the cyclist, read here. Microsoft is planning another wave of job cuts, with thousands of roles – particularly in sales – expected to be affected. According to sources familiar with the matter, the layoffs are likely to be announced in early July, shortly after the company's fiscal year ends in June. The cuts are also not expected to be limited to just one department. The reductions are part of the company's latest move to trim its workforce amid heavy spending on artificial intelligence. This follows a separate round of layoffs in May that saw 6,000 roles axed, mostly in product and engineering. Sales and marketing staff were largely spared then. However, in April, Microsoft informed employees that it would increasingly rely on third-party vendors to handle software sales for smaller clients. For more on the expected Microsoft job cuts, read here. Two local Zika cases have been confirmed in Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32, according to a joint update by the National Environment Agency (NEA) and Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) on 19 June. After being notified of the cases, NEA began wastewater testing and mosquito surveillance in the surrounding residential area. The results revealed persistent Zika virus signals, which suggest this is an area with likely Zika transmission. NEA's surveillance efforts, which include the use of gravitraps in HDB estates to catch Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, are part of regular operations to curb the spread of vector-borne diseases. As of 12 June, seven Zika cases have been reported in Singapore in 2025, with the latest confirmed on 11 June. The agency advised residents to seek medical advice early if they show symptoms such as rash, fever, joint pain, or conjunctivitis. While there is no specific treatment for Zika, the CDA advised pregnant women to consult their obstetricians promptly due to the risk of congenital issues like microcephaly in babies. For more information on the Woodlands Zika cases, read here. Amazon has officially joined the growing list of companies warning that artificial intelligence will reshape the workforce — and not always in a good way. In a memo released on Tuesday (17 June), CEO Andy Jassy said the tech giant expects AI-driven efficiency gains to lead to a leaner corporate workforce in the years ahead. While there are no immediate layoffs, the writing is on the wall: jobs that can be automated may soon disappear. The trend towards AI superiority can already be felt in the job market. Shopify's CEO said new hires must prove AI can't do the job better. Duolingo plans to replace contractors with AI, while Salesforce won't be hiring engineers in 2025 because their current hires are getting more done with AI tools. Christian Schneider, the CEO of New York-based startup fileAI, told BI that he's already seeing job losses in corners of the tech industry, and he expects AI to exacerbate the trend. "I'm totally expecting a tightening. I think when we look into tech layoffs, it's so apparent that something is changing," said Schneider. That said, it's not all doom and gloom. Experts say while some jobs will vanish, others will evolve – and workers may find themselves moving into more people-centric roles or overseeing AI-generated results rather than doing the grunt work. For more on AI reshaping the work force, read here. Three Australian men suspected of gunning down a man in a Bali villa were briefly held in Singapore before being deported back to Indonesia. On 14 June, two masked men stormed a villa in Badung and fatally shot 32-year-old Australian Zivan Radmanovic. Another man, 34-year-old Sanar Ghanim, was seriously injured in the same attack. The suspects, believed to have worn masks, then fled the scene and linked up with a third accomplice, who helped them escape. One of the suspects, a 27-year-old identified only by his initials DFJ, was arrested at Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport while trying to board a flight to Cambodia via Singapore. DFJ is alleged to have played a key role in planning the attack and escape. The other two men (also identified by their initials), 22-year-old MC and 27-year-old PMT, managed to leave for Cambodia after transiting through Singapore on 16 June. However, Cambodian authorities denied them entry, and they were placed on a return flight to Indonesia, again transiting through Singapore. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) confirmed it took the pair into custody during their stopover and deported them to Indonesia on 17 June, in accordance with international civil aviation protocols. For more on the suspects, read here. Singapore's universities continue to impress on the global stage, with the National University of Singapore (NUS) maintaining its position at eighth place in the Britain-based Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026. Nanyang Technological University (NTU) also made significant progress, climbing three spots to 12th place following an 11-position jump last year. The rankings, which assess 1,500 institutions worldwide, continue to be dominated by US and Britain universities, with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) holding the top spot for the 14th consecutive year. NUS remains the highest-ranked university in Asia. The QS rankings are based on nine indicators: academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty-student ratio, citations per faculty, international faculty ratio, international student ratio, international research network, employment outcomes and sustainability. NUS president Tan Eng Chye said, "We are particularly heartened to be ranked amongst the best in Asia for academic reputation, and to have made notable advances in employer reputation and international research partnerships." NTU president Ho Teck Hua said, "NTU's strong showing in this year's QS rankings reflects its constant efforts to reimagine itself amidst a rapidly changing world." For more on the rankings of other Singapore universities, read here. A 42-year-old cyclist is under police investigation for wilful trespass after he was hit by a bullet on 15 June while cycling through a restricted zone in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR). The area was gazetted for Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live firing. The incident occurred while the SAF was conducting an exercise at Nee Soon Range, about 2.3km away from where the man was injured. The bullet struck his lower left back and was later removed at National University Hospital the same day. The injury was not life-threatening, and the man is currently stable after surgery. The Ministry of Defence has reminded everyone that these live-firing areas are strictly off-limits under the Military Manoeuvres Act, and signs are clearly posted to warn people to stay out for their own safety. The Woodcutter's Trail, which lies within CCNR is an unofficial route that's popular among cyclists for its challenging slopes and winding paths. Though there are warning signs around the park, some cyclists and hikers have been known to ignore them, reported The Straits Times. For more on the investigation on the cyclist, read here.
CNA
2 days ago
- CNA
Cyclist shot in restricted forested area: Illegal trails may have formed over past years, says cycling body
SINGAPORE: Singapore's cycling governing body has urged riders to stay on designated trails and follow safety guidelines, after a cyclist suffered a gunshot wound on Sunday (Jun 15) while riding in a restricted forested area near Nee Soon Range. Illegal trails might have formed over the years as people deviated from designated routes, while a lack of clear signs may have contributed to unauthorised entry, said the Singapore Cycling Federation (SCF). The incident happened within the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, between the Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs. It was near where the Singapore Armed Forces was conducting a live-firing exercise. The police said on Wednesday that the 42-year-old cyclist is now under investigation for wilful trespass. The federation's vice president (mountain bike) Faroz Marzoki said mountain bikers should be aware of prohibited areas and follow the rules and regulations when taking part in trail activities. Riders can check with the National Parks Board (NParks) or the SCF if they are unsure whether a cycling trail is sanctioned or not, he added. 'I will always be clear. I will say this is not right. You shouldn't go here. This is where you should stick to,' said Mr Faroz. He also encouraged cyclists to carry their mobile phones to remain contactable, and ride with a buddy whenever possible. Singapore's nature reserves are popular cycling destinations for mountain bike enthusiasts, he noted, adding that many cyclists with military experience from serving National Service like himself make use of their navigation skills to explore rustic areas and enjoy wildlife sightings. However, he said the injured cyclist may not have been aware of signs demarcating the location of permitted routes as new trails form over time, with some bypassing the locations where signs are placed. Mr Faroz said that efforts are ongoing by the SCF to educate enthusiasts on proper trail etiquette, locations of signages, including a trail map that informs any visitors to the nature reserves about areas restricted to the public. Designated trails are located near shelters equipped with first aid devices like automated external defibrillators, and are accessible to first responders in case of emergencies, he added. DIFFICULT TO FENCE OFF NATURE As mountain bike trails are often found in rugged terrain and nature reserves, guides and instructors said it is difficult to set up warning signs at every entry point. Mr Wilson Low, a mountain biking guide and instructor at Raw Epics, said that while signage is extensive along official routes, there are small side trails that lead out to unsanctioned areas that cannot be fenced off due to other factors like military training and wildlife. '(It might) affect the environment … potentially restricting the movement of wildlife (and) flora,' he added. Mr Low noted that the cyclist suffered the gunshot wound in a restricted area deep inside the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, away from the officially designated mountain bike trails maintained by NParks. Mountain bikers noted that certain areas are not heavily forested, and it is easy to go off the designated trails - meaning riders can potentially get lost and even put themselves in danger. Mr Low said as mountain biking increases in popularity, the community should discuss upgrading, expanding or lengthening routes in the existing official trail network with the authorities. Chestnut Nature Park is one of a handful of mountain bike trails in land-scarce Singapore. Such routes can be found in Kent Ridge Park and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve as well, among others. "As much as people love to ride trails, the more they ride, the more they eventually reach a point where they may get bored of the official offerings,' Mr Low added. 'You could actually go overseas to ride in other countries … or the other option will be to explore trails which are not official in Singapore, and of course, that opens up a whole new can of worms.' He said providing enthusiasts with well-maintained and exciting trails can help to improve safety standards while taking into account factors like limited land space. Mr Low added that if cyclists take responsibility and respect the boundaries, they can still enjoy the thrill of mountain biking on designated trails as long as they are well-maintained. "I think the dialogue going forward definitely needs to centre around preserving and maintaining the trails that we have … to a suitable enough standard (so) that they are safe, accessible, exciting and attractive to (the) growing numbers of mountain bikers in the sport, regardless of level of ability of fitness,' he said.
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Malay Mail
Man shot while biking near military live-firing zone in Singapore
SINGAPORE, June 16 — A 42-year-old man was injured by a gunshot yesterday while cycling in a forested area near an active military live-firing zone in Singapore, prompting investigations by both the Singapore police and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). According to Channel News Asia, the police were alerted to the incident at about 11.55pm by the National University Hospital (NUH), where the man had been taken for treatment. 'A bullet slug was lodged in the man's left lower back,' the police reportedly said. 'The injury is not life-threatening, and the man is currently in a stable condition, after surgery to remove the bullet slug.' The man had been cycling with friends at around 11.40am in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, between Upper Seletar Reservoir and Upper Peirce Reservoir, when the incident occurred. He was brought to hospital by his companions. Authorities emphasised that the area where the incident happened is off-limits to the public. 'The public is not allowed to access that particular area, which has signages warning against unauthorised entry into a live-firing area,' police said. Preliminary investigations confirmed that the SAF was conducting a live-firing exercise at Nee Soon Range around the time of the incident. Singapore's Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said the activity was held at the SAF's Nee Soon 500m Range, approximately 2.3km away. 'The SAF is working closely with the police and other relevant authorities to further investigate the circumstances of the incident. 'As a precautionary measure, live-firing activities at the Nee Soon 500m Range have been suspended,' Mindef said. The spokesman added that the area is gazetted for live-firing and falls under the Military Manoeuvres Act, which prohibits unauthorised entry for public safety. Police said there is currently no suspicion of foul play. Investigations are ongoing.
