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Malay Mail
17 hours ago
- Malay Mail
Shot cyclist may have hidden route through Singapore military live-firing zone, say sources
SINGAPORE, June 20 — The cyclist who was shot while riding in a live-firing zone in the Central Catchment Nature Reserve is being investigated for wilful trespass — and now faces fresh scrutiny over possible efforts to hide the route he and his friends took. Sources told The Straits Times (ST) that the 42-year-old man, identified only as L, did not immediately inform police or hospital staff that he had been in the vicinity of the Singapore Armed Forces' (SAF) Nee Soon Range when he was struck by a bullet slug on June 15. Although L was taken to the National University Hospital (NUH) at about 1pm, police were not notified until 11.55pm — over 12 hours later. The projectile, which lodged in his lower left back, narrowly missed his kidney. NUH said he underwent surgery at 10pm, when the foreign object was removed and identified as a bullet slug. 'During triage and initial clinical assessment, the patient did not report that he had been shot. There were no overt signs to indicate a firearm-related injury... 'Once the cause of the external wound was definitively determined, we notified the police immediately,' a hospital spokesman said. Both NUH and the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said they are cooperating with police, who are now investigating whether L deliberately withheld key information. Meanwhile, checks by ST showed that L, a regular user of the Strava cycling app, had entered the Woodcutter's Trail — an unofficial and restricted track — from Chestnut Nature Park at about 11am with a group of roughly 10 riders. Another cyclist, W, a frequent riding partner, has since deleted his June 15 data from Strava. However, the route was still visible on his public Garmin profile. Mindef said the incident occurred around 11.40am, during an SAF live-firing exercise. L initially denied being in a restricted zone but admitted it the following day. The Gurkha Contingent was deployed to sweep the area that night. Strava logs reviewed by ST show L had used the trail regularly since 2014, with at least 10 rides logged there in 2025 alone. After ST visited a Pasir Panjang-area bike shop frequented by L and W, W made his tracking data private and L deleted his social media accounts. Other cyclists also began removing photos and videos of their rides in the area. Mindef reiterated that SAF training zones are off-limits under the Military Manoeuvres Act to protect public safety. Investigations are ongoing.
Malay Mail
a day ago
- Malay Mail
Cyclist shot in back during Singapore military live-firing exercise now probed for trespassing
SINGAPORE, June 19 — A 42-year-old cyclist who was shot in the back while riding through a restricted military zone in Singapore is now under police investigation for wilful trespass, authorities confirmed yesterday. The man had been cycling on Sunday through the Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR), between Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs — an area gazetted for Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live-firing drills. During a military exercise at the nearby Nee Soon Range, about 2.3km away, he was struck by a bullet. He was taken by friends to National University Hospital, where doctors found a bullet slug lodged in his lower back. Police said the injury was not life-threatening and the man was in stable condition after surgery to remove the slug. But now, The Straits Times reported that the focus has turned to whether the cyclist himself broke the law by entering the off-limits area. 'The police are investigating the man for wilful trespass,' a police spokesman told the paper. Singapore's Ministry of Defence also reminded the public that unauthorised entry into live-firing zones is prohibited under the Military Manoeuvres Act. 'Such areas are gazetted for safety reasons and clearly marked with warning signs,' the ministry said. Despite these warnings, thrill-seeking cyclists continue to ride into the zone. The Woodcutter's Trail — a challenging and unofficial mountain biking route — winds through steep terrain in the CCNR and is known to attract riders who enter via Chestnut Nature Park and exit near Mandai Crematorium or Seletar Reservoir. A visit by The Straits Times on June 17 found multiple warning signs in the area, but hikers and cyclists were still seen venturing past them. Under Singapore law, wilful trespass carries a maximum fine of S$1,000 (RM3,300). Police investigations are ongoing.
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 near SAF range under investigation for wilful trespass
SINGAPORE: A man who was shot while cycling in a restricted area during a Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live-firing activity is being investigated for wilful trespass, the police said on Wednesday (Jun 18). The 42-year-old was shot at around 11.40am on Sunday while cycling with his friends in a forested area of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve between Upper Seletar Reservoir and Upper Peirce Reservoir. This is an area that has been gazetted for SAF live-firing. At the time of the incident, an authorised live-firing activity was being conducted by the SAF at its Nee Soon 500m Range, about 2.3km away. The cyclist was taken to 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 bullet slug, the police said on Monday. Under the Military Manoeuvres Act, unauthorised individuals are not allowed to enter gazetted areas designated for SAF live-firing for their own safety.
Daily Mail
04-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Man arrested after breaking into grounds of Windsor Castle near Kate and William's home
A man has been arrested after allegedly intruding into the grounds of Windsor Castle, close to the home of the Prince and Princess of Wales. The suspect in his 30s is reported to have accessed the estate in Berkshire around lunchtime on Sunday, it has today emerged. Both the Metropolitan Police and Thames Valley Police say investigations have been launched. The apparent security scare comes near to the Windsor home shared by Prince William and Kate. Officers have said a man was detained on suspicion of trespass on a protected site and possession of Class A drugs, before being bailed. The Sun quoted a source as saying: 'The intruder is believed to have been under the influence of drugs at the time of the break-in. 'He broke into the castle near Town Gate and was quickly detained by police. 'It was a crazy thing to do and caused quite a stir but at this stage it appears there was no intent to cause any serious harm.' William and Kate live in Adelaide Cottage as part of the Windsor estate along with their children George, Charlotte and Louis. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson today said: 'A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of trespass on a protected site and possession of Class A drugs after entering restricted grounds at Windsor Castle. 'Officers in the grounds spotted the man just after 13.00hrs on Sunday 1 June and quickly arrested him. 'He was then passed into the custody of Thames Valley Police.' A spokesperson for Thames Valley Police, said: 'At just after 1pm on Sunday 1 June a man entered restricted grounds at Windsor Castle. 'He was quickly challenged by Met police officers and arrested. He did not enter the inner grounds of Windsor Castle. 'He was arrested on suspicion of trespass on a secure site and possession of class A drugs. He has been bailed and an investigation is ongoing by Thames Valley Police.'
