Singapore Weekly Recap: Changi Airport Investigations and Housing Policy Updates

Singapore news this week was dominated by regulatory investigations at Changi Airport and developments in housing policy. Additionally, the business sector saw notable shifts in corporate staffing and financial reporting.

Changi Airport Operations and Investigations

The Ministry of Manpower is investigating 45 companies at Changi Airport regarding work pass compliance, affecting approximately 270 workers. Meanwhile, the airport's self-service kiosks resumed normal operations following a 2.5-hour technical outage. Additionally, a 31-year-old man was intercepted at Terminal 4 for attempting to smuggle 105 trading cards valued at S$400,000.

Read more: Changi Airport Self-Service Kiosks Resume Normal Operations · MOM Probes 45 Firms Over Work Pass Offences at Changi Airport · Man Caught at Changi Airport With $400,000 in Trading Cards

Business and Employment Updates

IHH Healthcare announced plans to cut approximately 380 jobs across Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia as part of a business support consolidation. In the financial sector, UOB reported a Q3 2026 net profit of S$1.25 billion, which fell 10% below market expectations. Meanwhile, the government is exploring build-to-rent housing models to assist young couples with independent living.

Read more: Singapore Explores Build-to-Rent Homes for Young Couples · UOB Share Price: Understanding Recent Q3 2026 Earnings Impact · IHH Healthcare Announces Job Cuts Across Three Markets

Entertainment and Lifestyle

Veteran actor Chew Chor Meng has left Mediacorp following the conclusion of his contract after 36 years. Actor Thomas Ong returned to Singapore early from a trip to Japan after sustaining a right ankle fracture. Additionally, SMRT has initiated a month-long trial at City Hall and Raffles Place MRT stations encouraging commuters to stand on both sides of escalators.

Read more: Actor Thomas Ong Fractures Ankle During Japan Trip · Actor Chew Chor Meng Leaves Mediacorp After 36 Years · SMRT Trials New Escalator Rules in Singapore

What to watch next

The impact of the ongoing investigations into work pass offences at Changi Airport may lead to further regulatory updates for companies operating there. The results of the SMRT escalator trial could influence future commuter guidelines across the MRT network.

All 23 stories this week

• Singapore Police Arrest 195 in Islandwide Vice Operation (Nov 8)
• US Intelligence Report Links Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to Spy (Nov 8)
• 6.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Coast of Tokyo (Nov 8)
• SMRT Trials New Escalator Rules in Singapore (Nov 7)
• Lakers vs Trail Blazers: NBA Matchup Preview (Nov 7)
• India vs New Zealand: Series Opener Result and Updates (Nov 7)
• Man Caught at Changi Airport With $400,000 in Trading Cards (Nov 6)
• Warriors vs Heat: NBA Game Preview and Injury Updates (Nov 6)
• OCBC Q3 2026 Net Profit Rises 3% Amid Strong Operations (Nov 6)
• IHH Healthcare Announces Job Cuts Across Three Markets (Nov 5)
• West Indies vs Bangladesh: Second Test Match Updates (Nov 5)
• Paris Jackson Requests $600M Estate Transfer for Family Trust (Nov 5)
• Thailand Faces Pressure Over Five Detained Uighurs (Nov 4)
• Shinee’s Minho Apologises Following Marathon Controversy (Nov 4)
• Democratic Party Poised for US Midterm Gains (Nov 4)
• UOB Share Price: Understanding Recent Q3 2026 Earnings Impact (Nov 4)
• Actor Chew Chor Meng Leaves Mediacorp After 36 Years (Nov 3)
• Warriors vs Suns: Curry and Green Return for Monday Clash (Nov 3)
• MOM Probes 45 Firms Over Work Pass Offences at Changi Airport (Nov 3)
• Actor Thomas Ong Fractures Ankle During Japan Trip (Nov 2)
• Changi Airport Self-Service Kiosks Resume Normal Operations (Nov 2)
• Singapore Explores Build-to-Rent Homes for Young Couples (Nov 2)
• New Delhi Traffic Restrictions: What You Need to Know (Nov 1)