1. 📉 Hiring freeze anticipated by more companies

SNEF survey reveals firms planning hiring pauses amid weaker business outlook. CNA | Reddit

2. 🚗 DBS, OCBC among creditors owed by Shariot

Singapore car-sharing service and firms owe $306 million, court halts creditor actions. ST | Reddit

3. ⚖️ Veteran lawyer removed as Justice of Peace

Steven Lam Kuet Keng convicted for drink-driving and misinformation to police. CNA | Reddit

4. 💵 Tokio Marine supports financial literacy

Company donates $10k to ST Fund, holds literacy workshops for 54 beneficiaries. ST

5. 🍽️ East Ocean Teochew Restaurant to close

Orchard restaurant ends 33-year operation by month’s end, marks end of era. CNA