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Show moreπ Analytical overview of Telegram channel The Straits Times
Channel The Straits Times (@thestraitstimes) in the English language segment is an active participant. Currently, the community unites 269 391 subscribers, ranking 536 in the News & Media category and 3 in the Singapore region.
π Audience metrics and dynamics
Since its creation on Π½Π΅Π²ΡΠ΄ΠΎΠΌΠΎ, the project has demonstrated rapid growth, gathering an audience of 269 391 subscribers.
According to the latest data from 02 September, 2026, the channel demonstrates stable activity. Although there has been a change in the number of participants by 327 over the last 30 days and by 34 over the last 24 hours, overall reach remains high.
- Verification status: Verified (Officially confirmed by Telegram)
- Engagement rate (ER): The average audience engagement rate is 27.66%. Within the first 24 hours after publication, content typically collects 22.70% reactions from the total number of subscribers.
- Post reach: On average, each post receives 74 509 views. Within the first day, a publication typically gains 61 161 views.
- Reactions and interaction: The audience actively supports content: the average number of reactions per post is 684.
- Thematic interests: Content is focused on key topics such as feb, know, asia, authority, haze.
π Description and content policy
The author describes the resource as a platform for expressing subjective opinions:
βStay in the know with the latest news from Singapore and around the world.β
Thanks to the high frequency of updates (latest data received on 03 September, 2026), the channel maintains relevance and a high level of publication reach. Analytics show that the audience actively interacts with content, making it an important point of influence in the News & Media category.
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The haze is back in South-east Asia, and Singapore may be affected in the next 2 weeks.
However, experts say it won't be as bad as the 2015 haze crisis. Here's why: https://str.sg/7pbG
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More properties linked to the $3 billion money laundering case in Singapore will be put up for auction in late-September.
This includes a penthouse at South Beach Residences spanning over 6,700 sq ft with a guide price of $25.3 million. https://str.sg/BGrdj
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CapitaLand Investment has laid off 90 Singapore staff β about 4% of its local workforce β in 2026 as part of restructuring efforts. https://str.sg/DrrJ
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π§ If you're considering buying a BTO flat with your family or looking to downgrade from a private condominium, 2 recent housing policy changes would have brought some relief.
Will HDB prices rise with new income ceilings and the removal of the wait-out period? Catch the discussion on this episode of the Usual Place Podcast: https://str.sg/N753
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πΌπΌ Kai Kai and Jia Jia are celebrating their birthdays this month! π₯³
Party with them at River Wonders for what could be the last time, as the pair are set to return to China in 2027. https://str.sg/hnFq
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About 15,000 people were affected by incorrect NSman tax relief amounts due to a system error, said MINDEF and IRAS.
Some taxpayers will see an increase in their tax bill. https://str.sg/As3a
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Look out for these $1 Trump coins the next time you visit the US.
The coins, featuring the face of US President Donald Trump, are now in circulation. https://str.sg/muvA
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β½οΈ Singapore will play against Brazil and Paraguay in 2 friendlies at the National Stadium in November.
Japan will also feature in 2 other matches. Ticket sales begin at 12pm on Sept 4. https://str.sg/cMUC
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π¬ News for your morning!
Singapore
New childcare leave scheme will take some time to implement, at least several months: Indranee
READ: https://str.sg/6CePa
Jail for traveller over drunken ruckus at Changi Airport that triggered anti-hijack button
READ: https://str.sg/fgmv
World
Trump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as 'Trump Strait'
READ: https://str.sg/7nXS
Stay in the know: https://str.sg/wyYP
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Singapore has sent a team of officers from SPF and HSA to support disaster relief efforts in Nepal.
Another team of 14 officers will be deployed over the next few days, said the police. https://str.sg/9TUix
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Once dubbed the βlargest shopping complex in South-east Asiaβ, Marina Square mall is set to close in March next year to make way for a multi-purpose development after 40 years in business.
Here are 5 things you may not know about the iconic mall: https://str.sg/LKoo
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Blue and orange CHAS card holders will be able to enjoy 6% off their groceries, up from the current 3% at FairPrice outlets till Jan 1.
The discounts can be used alongside existing store promotions and CDC vouchers. https://str.sg/5TQAm
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Former Wah!Banana actor Lev Panfilov has been acquitted after winning an appeal against his 2025 rape conviction.
He had originally been sentenced to 11Β½ yearsβ jail and 12 strokes of the cane. Follow for more: https://str.sg/yCAg
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π The Singapore Grand Prix has opened its public ballot for the Thursday Pit Lane Experience, offering 4,500 fans the chance to take part.
Successful applicants will get to walk down the pit lane before the Circuit Park officially opens for the Oct 9-11 race weekend. https://str.sg/Atrx
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Only 10% of Singapore Culture Pass credits have been spent a year after they were issued, with those aged 55 and above accounting for the lowest usage.
MCCY said it is creating a new portal to encourage greater uptake among seniors. https://str.sg/KUGn
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10 luxury apartments linked to the $3 billion money laundering case in Singapore are being put up for sale at an auction on Sept 23.
The portfolio comprises apartments at Martin Modern and Wallich Residence, with guide prices ranging from $2.238 million to $6.78 million. https://str.sg/tgXL
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We have not yet figured out our plans or found a new space.Marina Square tenants are mulling over their future plans following the sudden news of the mallβs impending closure. They were notified to vacate the premises by March 31, 2027. https://str.sg/B6DB
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Punggol East Container Park will officially close its doors in November, nearly a decade after it first opened, to make way for future residential development. https://str.sg/wDVzb
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π¬ News for your morning!
Singapore
No lease renewal for 8 pet businesses; AVS says their measures to improve animal welfare fell short
READ: https://str.sg/bKcd
UOL, CapitaLand aim high with $1.4 billion or $1,537 psf ppr bid for New Upper Changi site
READ: https://str.sg/xpCc
Rare sambar deer dies after accident involving van on KJE
READ: https://str.sg/cWhS
Stay in the know: https://str.sg/wyYP
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πΉπ Thailand has reduced the permitted visa-free stay for tourists to 30 days, for passport holders from 60 countries, including Singapore.
The measure takes effect on Sept 1, 2026. Details: https://str.sg/dY22
