Singapore Local News, 2013-01-01

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Boy arrested over alleged threat to blow up MBS Police have arrested a 13-year-old boy who allegedly threatened to plant bombs in Marina Bay Sands. The boy is believed to have posted the threat on his Facebook page last Saturday. Police said the case is classified as........     Slew of new measures take effect on Jan 1 A slew of new measures kicked in today. Among them - parents getting better support in raising a child, and employers abiding by a weekly day-off policy for foreign maids. Car buyers and taxi users too will benefit from new regulations...... Singapore ushers in 2013 with fireworks display at Marina Bay It was a celebration full of song, dance and a magnificent display of fireworks as Singapore ushered in 2013 at the Marina Bay countdown. Singaporeans thronged the Marina Bay area to soak up the celebrations as the nation counted........ Surge in demand for pet hotel service during year-end holidays Pet hotels are becoming a hit with owners who want to ensure that their furry friends are in good hands while they are away......

Litterbugs nabbed at countdown parties Getting a ticket for littering was not the best start to the new year for some party-goers as they were caught in the act......     Festive cheer for online shopping sites More shoppers are buying online during the festive period due to its convenience and wide range of products...... BCA to source for workers from Sri Lanka, Philippines Sri Lanka and the Philippines have been identified as new source countries for construction workers...... NUH welcomes first New Year baby One couple ushered in the new year with a new addition to their family seconds after the clock struck midnight...... Boy arrested over alleged threat to blow up MBS Police have arrested a 13-year-old boy who allegedly threatened to plant bombs in Marina Bay Sands...... Slew of new measures take effect on Jan 1 A slew of new measures kick in on Tuesday. Among them are parents getting better support in raising a child and employers abiding by a weekly day-off policy for foreign maids. Car buyers and taxi users too will benefit from new regulations......