Daily roundup: Don Don Donki brings back plastic bags — and other top stories today

Daily roundup: Don Don Donki brings back plastic bags — and other top stories today

Don Don Donki reintroduces plastic bags, and this time they are biodegradable.

PHOTO: Facebook/Donkisg

PUBLISHED ONMay 19, 2025 9:45 AM

Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today.

1. 'You asked, we listened': Don Don Donki brings back plastic bags

Plastic bags are making a comeback at Don Don Donki. The Japanese discount chain stopped selling them in Singapore last October as part of its plans to improve sustainability efforts... » READ MORE

2. 'Gaslighted the victim': Judge sentences actor Ian Fang to 40 months' jail for sex with 15-year-old

PHOTO: Instagram/Ian Fang

Former Mediacorp actor Ian Fang appeared in the State Courts today (May 19) and pleaded guilty to multiple charges including sexual offences with a minor and harassment... » READ MORE

3. Singaporean who died by suicide in KL homestay was wanted by Malaysian cops for alleged sexual assault

The Singaporean man and woman were declared dead at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (above) on May 16.
PHOTO: Google Street View

A 43-year-old Singaporean man discovered dead at a Kuala Lumpur homestay on Friday (May 16) was wanted by the Malaysian police for his suspected involvement... » READ MORE

4. This made my day: SBS Transit staff members return backpack containing items worth $5,000 to passenger

Hillview Station Manager Asenan and Assistant Station Manager Kenneth returned the backpack to its rightful owner when he returned.
PHOTO: Facebook/SBS Transit

A passenger who misplaced his bag at Hillview MRT station was relieved when two station staff members returned it to him 20 minutes later.... » READ MORE

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