Mendaki's flagship movement, Raikan Ilmu, will bring more than 100 learning activities to 11 heartland locations across Singapore from June to October 2026.

The initiative, which aims to promote lifelong learning, will see collaborations with more than 90 corporate, community and national partners.

Called the Raikan Ilmu@Heartlands, this initiative will bring lifelong learning opportunities closer to the neighbourhoods.

11 heartland locations from Jun to Oct

The initiative will start at Our Tampines on Jun. 13 and 14, before travelling to different locations across Singapore:

• Jul. 18 and 19: Jurong
• Jul. 25 and 26: Pasir Ris
• Aug. 15 and 16: Jalan Kayu
• Aug. 23: Kampong Glam
• Aug. 30: Toa Payoh
• Sep. 5 and 6: Nee Soon
• Sep. 12 and 13: Geylang
• Sep. 19 and 20: Woodlands
• Sep. 26 and 27: Marsiling
• Oct. 3 and 4: Punggol

Each Raikan Ilmu@Heartlands activation will feature activities and workshops organised around four thematic zones aligned with the Mendaki 2030 Workplan: Confident Learners, Stronger Families, Future-Ready Workforce and Thriving Community.

The activities are intended to cater to different segments of the community while providing opportunities for residents to share their aspirations and ideas.

Among the workshops at the launch event are sessions on artificial intelligence (AI), parenting and family development.

Participants can learn about everyday AI tools, attend discussions on the impact of AI on education and daily life, and explore app-building using Google's Gemini platform.

Partners involved in the initiative include SkillsFuture Singapore, the Singapore Police Force, the Singapore Civil Defence Force, Google, Sentosa, PPIS, PERTAPIS and institutes of higher learning such as ITEs, polytechnics and the Singapore University of Technology and Design.

Raikan Ilmu 2026 will also feature a series of key events at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre from Jul. 9 to 11, targeting academics, policymakers, educators, professionals, youths and community leaders.

More information on the initiative is available on Mendaki's website.

A Singaporean woman allegedly slipped and fell at a waterfall in Kanching Eco Forest Park and had to be carried down on a stretcher by local firefighters.

The incident reportedly took place on Jun. 6, 2026, Sinchew reported.

Rawang Fire and Rescue Chief Zaidi said a rescue team was immediately dispatched to the incident site to carry out rescue operations after receiving reports of the incident.

He said that firefighters had to haul a stretcher up the mountain for the injured victim.

They entered the waterfall area to evacuate the injured woman down the mountain and sent her to the hospital for treatment.

According to Zaidi, the injured woman was handed over to medical staff who arrived at the scene to examine her.

He said the extent of her injuries is currently unknown.

Prioritise safety

Zaidi reminded the public to prioritise safety when engaging in recreational activities at waterfall and rivers, and to follow on-site warning signs.

He also encouraged visitors to wear shoes with good anti-slip properties and to avoid climbing slippery rocks or entering high-risk areas.

Parents are also urged to keep a close eye on their children.

The public is also advised to avoid participating in dangerous activities during bad weather.

"Safe travel is the responsibility of tourists," Zaidi reminded.

A Malaysian hiker who went missing in the forests of Perak for 14 days has been found safe, surviving without food and drinking water from pitcher plants to stay alive.

According to Malay Mail, Jaslinda Saludin, 49, was found on the afternoon of Jun. 6 near Kampung Lubuk Gaharu, Pos Musoh, in Tapah, Perak, by Orang Asli villager Nazri Bah Eng. She was subsequently taken to Tapah Hospital for treatment.

How she went missing

Jaslinda was part of a group of 14 hikers and two Forestry Mountain Guides who set off on the Trans Spencer Chapman expedition at 2am on May 23, taking the Pos Gedung-Gunung Bah Gading-Gunung Batu Putih-Kuala Woh route.

She and another hiker encountered health problems and stopped during the climb. Jaslinda later pressed on towards the summit alone and was last seen by a guide at 7:30am on May 24.

14 days without food

In a short video shared on social media, Jaslinda recounted how she had gone through the entire ordeal without food, relying on whatever water she could find in the forest to survive, per The Star.

According to The Star, she said:

"I had no food, I didn't eat for two weeks. I drank water… dark water, brown water, water from pitcher plants. So let's all be grateful to be alive."

She added:

"I only had my first meal earlier today after I was found and brought to the Tok Batin's house."

In another video, she described repeatedly falling and struggling to survive each day in the forest.

Multiple falls, minor injuries

Perak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division assistant director Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad told reporters that, based on information Jaslinda provided to rescuers, she had fallen several times while navigating difficult terrain, including near river areas and from heights of about five and three metres.

She also sustained insect bites during her time in the forest.

He said:

“She is in stable condition and sustained only minor injuries."

Found by Orang Asli villager

Perak Fire and Rescue Department director Sayani Saidon said after Nazri found Jaslinda, he contacted his nephew in Johor to report the matter to the authorities.

She said in a statement:

"Upon finding the victim, he informed his nephew in Johor, who then lodged a report with the authorities.

Singaporean actress and filmmaker Annette Lee held a refund event for her debut movie Dream Stall — and one person actually took her up on the offer.

In an Instagram Reel posted on Jun. 7, Lee said the event was over and that she had spoken to 12 people in total.

According to Lee, the others either gave feedback without asking for their money back or wanted to talk about how they resonated with the film.

One person asked for refund

The refund session was held at *SCAPE.

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Annette Lee 李安 (@annettelee)

Lee had earlier announced that she would offer full refunds to moviegoers who watched Dream Stall during its opening week and felt that they had “wasted their time”.

Viewers who wanted a refund were asked to bring their ticket stub and share feedback with her at *SCAPE Gallery Level 5 on Jun. 5, from 8:30pm to 10pm.

The offer did not apply to tickets bought using SG Culture Pass, due to legal reasons.

The one moviegoer who asked for a refund, according to The Straits Times (ST), was a 29-year-old software engineer who had paid S$15 to watch Dream Stall at GV Tampines on May 29. He received the refund in cash.

Felt restaurant scenes did not look like Singapore

The man’s main issue with the film was that some restaurant scenes were filmed in Malaysia, even though the story is set in Singapore.

He felt that the filming location affected the movie’s immersive quality, as the surroundings did not look like what he expected of Singapore.

He said, as cited by ST:

“When I imagine Singapore, I expect HDB [flats] and high-rise buildings in the background. In shots filmed from inside the restaurant, [you can see that] there is too much parking space outside. It feels very Malaysia."

Lee explained to him that the team had wanted to film in Singapore, but could not secure a suitable location.

“Either we could not meet the rent, or [the shop owners] just did not want to rent it out. We needed two spaces side by side [to film in], and it was just impossible to find,” she said.

Lee also said her team used visual effects in post-production to add more buildings behind the restaurant.

Feedback on humour and Singlish

The moviegoer also felt that some of the humour in Dream Stall did not come across naturally, particularly in scenes referencing a Taiwanese movie.

He said some of the dialogue felt “a bit jarring”, possibly because it was delivered in a Singaporean accent.

In response, Lee explained that Singaporeans come from diverse backgrounds and speak a mix of English, Singlish and their mother tongue.

Annette Lee responded, according to ST:

“That is why I wish to see more local movies being made, so we can get used to how Singlish feels like when spoken on-screen."

The man later said that Lee’s willingness to offer refunds showed confidence and courage, adding:

“Being open to feedback is something I cherish a lot.”

However, he still felt the film had flaws and left the cinema with “very mixed feelings”.

About Dream Stall

Dream Stall is Lee’s feature film directorial debut.

She also stars in the film as Enya, a recent university graduate who tries to save her family’s bak kut teh business after her father, played by Mark Lee, decides to shut it down.

The film also stars actors such as Ya Hui, Xixi Lim and Xander Pang.

The comedy-drama opened in cinemas on May 27.

The Hong Kong school principal, Lee Cheuk Hing, who was involved in a bus dispute in Singapore, issued a statement on Saturday (Jun.6) stating that he was "highly surprised and full of regret" regarding the school's decision to immediately fire him.

This follows a previous update where the principal had tendered his resignation.

He also released a tearful apology for his actions.

According to The South China Morning Post, the school rejected his resignation.

In his resignation letter, Lee requested that his final day be Aug. 31.

Instead, they fired him.

The management committee said that if Lee were to remain as principal, it would "gravely disrupt" the school's operations and prevent teachers and students from "moving forward as soon as possible".

The statement also mentioned Lee's "vulgar" behaviour and how it contravened guidelines for teaching staff.

"Very surprised" by the school's decision

Zaobao reported that in response to the school's decision, Lee said that he was "highly surprised and full of regret" at their decision.

Despite this, he said he respects the decision.

Lee said in the statement that he has entrusted a legal representative to clarify matters concerning his relevant rights and interests under his employment contract.

In his statement, Lee also reiterated that he was trying to protect the safety of his students that day, but acknowledged his good intentions could not justify his actions and behaviour.

He also expressed that he was aware that his personal and discourteous actions had brought immense public pressure and governance challenges to the school.

He apologised again for his actions, and said this would be a lifelong lesson.

Here is what happened previously:

A fire broke out on a luxury yacht at ONE15 Marina Sentosa Cove on Jun. 7.

Here is what it looks like from afar.

Here's the yacht on fire.

According to CNA, the yacht on fire was the Eagle Wings III, a 112 ft superyacht berthed at the marina.

The vessel can accommodate up to 50 guests and is used for private charters and events.

Image from @bokbokeh

Jin Ze, a 33-year-old model-turned-actor known for roles in dramas such as "Begin Again" and "Legally Romance", has passed away on Jun. 4.

Zaobao reported that according to sources, Jin had suddenly felt unwell after returning home from filming on Jun. 4, and subsequently found dead in his apartment.

On June 6, Jin's management agency released a statement confirming the tragic news.

The company described him as a hardworking and dedicated young actor, who was always professional and humble.

According to Zaobao, in recent years, he had focused on short dramas, and several high-quality works were still awaiting release.

The company also asked the public to respect Jin, and be considerate of his family, and not fabricate rumours on the cause of death.

Zaobao noted that the 188cm Jin, whose real name is Zhang Jiawei, had shifted to micro dramas in recent times, starring in several such popular dramas.

They cited concerns by both netizens and industry insiders on the high-intensity working environment of the industry, saying that such micro dramas involve tight schedules and working long hours.

Jin's death has prompted a wave of tributes, including one by his co-star and Singaporean actress, Eleanor Lee.

Lee said that Jin was a "great friend and a great person" and appreciated him taking good care of her on set.

View this post on Instagram

 

A post shared by Eleanor Lee 李凱馨 (@eleanorleex)

Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo has denounced inflammatory online content that negatively target Singapore's Indian community.

Earlier on Jun. 6, the Singapore Police Force issued Disabling Directions (DD) to platforms including videos and posts on YouTube, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) over 14 posts containing inflammatory messages about racial harmony in Singapore.

Such content "do not reflect the views of Singaporeans", Teo said at the Jalan Besar Family Sports Carnival on the same day.

Inflammatory posts

The posts, including videos and posts on the aforementioned platforms, conveyed harmful narratives suggesting that Singapore was being "overrun by Indians".

Investigations revealed the content likely originated from a China-based platform and spread elsewhere in the online space, said the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

However there is currently no evidence of any coordinated government campaign behind the videos.

Among others, the content made claims that the Chinese ethnic group has a "greater right" to belong in Singapore compared to other ethnic groups and that Singapore's multiracial policy is a façade meant to appeal to Western values.

The messages also denounced Singapore government's "decoupling" from China, claiming that neglecting the "threat" of a growing Indian population would lead to a negative outcome.

The posts were accompanied by selective images and footage of crowded streets along Little India to suggest Singapore's "overcrowding" with Indians.

Posts do not reflect the views of Singaporeans

"Today they target the Indians and they pit the Chinese against them. Tomorrow, it will be other races, other communities. We must not allow that," Teo said in a media doorstop on Jun. 6.

In a Facebook post, she added that it is "not by accident" that places of worship across various religions are within walking distance of each other in Singapore.

"Singapore's multiculturalism is not merely demographic. It is embedded in our daily interactions, our education, and our public institutions.

This may be difficult to grasp for those from more monocultural settings, where identity is often expected to be singular and one-dimensional.

Singaporeans, by contrast, have always been accustomed to moving between different cultural worlds."

"It is part of who we are," she added.

Teo asked for members of the public who have seen such content to avoid sharing them further.

In addition, she also urged for more interaction and trust among members of different racial groups and faiths in Singapore in their everyday interactions.

After five hours of working on a new project outside Mountbatten MRT Station, Singapore power washing artist Marcus Pang, 24, found his work gone the next day.

Earlier, a member of the public had allegedly complained about his actions to a train station staff, who questioned him if he had a permit to carry out his work.

When he said he did not, the police were called to the scene.

What happened

The incident, which happened in the afternoon of May 31, was described by Pang in an Instagram post on Jun. 5.

According to him, he had been working on a new project of a heart on the concrete pathway outside Mountbatten MRT Station when he was stopped by a train station staff.

The staff member allegedly told him that a member of the public was concerned about "chemicals" being used on the grass patch, to which Pang explained was likely the gasoline from his power washer.

His art was also created only with rainwater on the concrete, he pointed out.

However, Pang alleged that the staff then stopped him and asked for a permit.

This is Singapore, bro

When he said he did not require one, he was told, "This is Singapore, bro."

The staff member then called for his manager and the police was later called to the scene.

After his statement was taken, Pang was found to not have committed any crime and let go.

He was also advised to get the endorsement of Members of Parliament (MPs), who would be able to vouch for his work.

Work whitewashed the next day

When Pang returned to the site the next day to complete the project, he was shocked to find that it had been completely whitewashed.

"I stood there for five minutes contemplating what to do," he told Mothership, adding that "time cannot be refunded".

By this point, the project was about 60 per cent complete, he said.

He explained that he had chosen the area of concrete as it was in the heart of Mountbatten, not a popular walking path and had a lot of good dirt to work on.

He added that he had approached the customer service counter at Mountbatten MRT Station and was told to write to their email, but chose not to pursue the case.

"There's nothing to be done, the work's already gone anyway," he said.

Pang said it was not the first time he had been in such a situation.

The police were previously called on him at Marine Parade, but he was recognised by officers on sight as Marine Parade–Braddell Heights MP Goh Pei Ming earlier offered his endorsement.

Seeking other MPs' endorsement

Following the incident, he eventually scrapped the project altogether, noting that he would "put Mountbatten on hold" for the time being.

Pang's Instagram post gained the attention of multiple MPs, including Sengkang MP Jamus Lim of the Workers' Party who wrote: "I love it! Come do it in Sengkang!"

Whampoa-Boon Keng MP Shawn Loh also offered his support, writing: "Please come and give us a recce!"

Pang told Mothership that for now, his plan is to gain the endorsement of MPs who reached out to him.

"I'll try to warm the cockles of the heart of the residents at Sengkang first!" he said with a laugh. He also replied to Loh's comment, saying, "We'll be in touch."

SMRT also commented on Pang's post, stating:

"We're flattered you chose the pavement outside our station as your latest canvas — clearly the power washer was feeling particularly inspired that day.

As enthusiastic supporters of the arts, we'd love to chat about collaborating on something with a longer run. We champion non-disappearing art. 🎨😉"

A motorcycle was suspected to have collided with the rear of a tow truck on the Tuas Second Link bridge on Friday evening (Jun. 5), leading to two deaths.

Couple killed in motorcycle-truck collision

The two victims, supposedly a couple, were killed in the collision according to Lianhe Zaobao.

Images online showing two people lying motionless on the ground. A Singapore-registered motorcycle was also spotted nearby.

The accident happened around 600m away from the Tuas Checkpoint exit bridge, near the Malaysian border.

Several Malaysian police officers arrived at the scene in response to the accident, according to a video circulating online.

A witness who passed by the scene on a bus after the incident said that he saw a motorcyclist with a broken leg and a white cloth covering his head.

"Paramedics were trying to save another person, but when I arrived at the Malaysian border, I received news that the person who was being treated had already died."

Deceased's family contacted

A Facebook group named Malaysia-Singapore Border Crossers circulated the deceased's vehicle registration number on Friday night in attempt to find the motorcyclist's family.

According to Shinmin Daily, the deceased's family has been contacted and said that the two who passed away were husband and wife.