Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Jun 25)

    • An artist’s impression of upcoming developments in Bishan.
    • An artist’s impression of upcoming developments in Bishan. GRAPHIC: URA
    Published Wed, Jun 25, 2025 · 06:30 PM

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