Singapore ranks highly in global talent competitiveness, but we cannot rest on our laurels, says NUS Business School’s Simon Poh. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s LGBT community welcomes move to repeal ‘suffocating’ law banning sex between men
Singapore's LGBT community welcomes a decision to repeal a colonial-era law criminalising sex between men, with some declaring it is "a step forward" but "a step forward a little late". ( read original story ...)
TraceTogether team among winners of Singapore Good Design Award (SG Mark) 2022
SINGAPORE - The winners of this year's Singapore Good Design Mark (SG Mark) awards were announced at the Cloud 9 Piazza at Jewel Changi Airport on Thursday (Aug 25). Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Grab says delivery business softening, still ‘laser-focused’ on profitability
Singapore's Grab Holdings Ltd on Thursday slashed its gross merchandise volume (GMV) outlook for the year, blaming a strong dollar and cooling demand for food delivery services as consumers return to ... ( read original story ...)
Chief finance and sustainability officer among new green roles in finance and accountancy sectors: Study
The chief finance and sustainability officer is among an alphabet soup of new green professions. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Buddhist Federation: ‘Must agree to disagree’ on ‘divisive’ Section 377A
The proposed repeal of 377A is "a milestone in building a more equal and harmonious Singapore", Buddhist Fellowship said. "The Buddha's teaching of empathy and compassion for all living beings ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Brunei reaffirm longstanding ties as Sultan concludes state visit
Brunei's Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah wrapped up his two-day state visit to Singapore on Thursday (Aug 25), the latest in a series of bilateral exchanges that reaffirm the two countries' special and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ICA officers told man to dispose of his cigarettes at Woodlands Checkpoint, he stripped nude instead
Annoyed that he had been held back by Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officers while entering Singapore through the Woodlands Checkpoint, ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, Brunei working together to strengthen resilience in an uncertain climate: MFA
SINGAPORE: Singapore and Brunei are working together to strengthen their resilience in an uncertain climate, Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Thursday (Aug 25). Brunei Sultan ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore reports 2,397 new COVID-19 cases
Singapore reported 2,397 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, bringing the total tally to 1,827,229. Of the new cases, 245 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 2,152 ... ( read original story ...)
For Singapore’s LGBTQ+ Activists, Repealing Section 377A is Only the First Step
As the government prepares to repeal the discriminatory colonial-era law, LGBTQ+ activists reflect on what comes next. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Stock Market May Halt Losing Streak On Thursday
Volume was 1.4 billion shares worth 992.3 million Singapore dollars. There were 260 decliners and 225 gainers. Among the actives, Ascendas REIT skidded 0.69 percent, while CapitaLand Integrated ... ( read original story ...)
Can Singapore’s Stock Exchange Benefit as Chinese Firms Seek Listing Alternatives
As geopolitical tensions continue between the US and China, the Singapore stock exchange could benefit from Chinese firms seeking to hedge political risk. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Grab reports 79% rise in quarterly revenue on surge in demand
Singapore's Grab Holdings Ltd reported a 79% rise in quarterly revenue on Thursday, powered by a surge in demand for rideshare as offices reopen across Southeast Asia. ( read original story ...)
F1’s return boosts Singapore’s Mice industry, 25 major events timed for race period
Singapore’s Mice (meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions) industry is bouncing back strongly after being hit badly by the pandemic, with around 25 events timed around the Formula One race, ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Grab Shows Revival Signs as Sales Top Estimates
Grab Holdings Ltd. reported a better-than-expected 79% revenue increase, buoyed by resilient demand from consumers who continued to hail rides and order food despite rising inflation.Most Read from Bl ... ( read original story ...)