Authorities are ramping up efforts to enforce Singapore’s ban on vapes, but people will risk using the devices as long as they perceive that it isn’t a serious offence, says smoking cessation counsellor Sean Ang.
Record 620 corneal transplants performed in Singapore in 2023, but only 129 were local donations
In 2023, almost 500 corneas were brought in from the US, S'pore's only foreign source of corneas. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Teacher in Singapore says her husband abuses prescription drugs he buys on Telegram
She even ended up aborting her child in 2021 as her husband did not want the responsibility. Read more at straitstimes.com.
NODX fell 20.7% y-o-y in March, but export decline doesn’t reflect global demand conditions
SINGAPORE: Singapore experienced a 20.7% year-on-year decline in non-oil domestic exports (NODX) in March. However,... The post NODX fell 20.7% y-o-y in March, but export decline doesn’t reflect globa ...
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Cozy Up During Blink-and-You’ll-Miss-It Romantic Footage from Singapore Date
Taylor Swift's YouTube compilation for her new lead single "Fortnight" highlights many moments from the singer's personal life, including an adorable kitchen kiss from boyfriend Travis Kelce. But ...
Singapore’s Indian-origin minister gets extortion letter with ‘obscene’ photos
Vivian Balakrishnan said in a Facebook post that several other MPs and himself received letters containing a "fake distasteful image accompanied by a threat".
SM Teo visiting Germany for launch of Singapore’s 4th Invincible-class submarine
SINGAPORE: Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean is visiting Germany for the launch of the Republic of Singapore Navy's (RSN) fourth Invincible-class submarine, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said on Saturday (Apr 20).
Dream Workplace: Top 15 companies to work with in Singapore; LinkedIn 2024 report
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s workplace landscape is seeing a notable shift, with banks as the top contenders... The post Dream Workplace: Top 15 companies to work with in Singapore; LinkedIn 2024 report app ...
Shops in Katong-Joo Chiat hope new designation as Heritage Activation Node will bring more business
Katong-Joo Chiat is getting a boost in business. Named as the first of several heritage nodes across Singapore, shops are hoping heritage activities will draw more tourists and returning customers.
Invest in sport to match S’pore’s first-class stature, says ex-EPL star Pennant
Tampines Rovers winger is in town for an exhibition match between EPL and S'pore legends. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore Finance Minister among MPs who received letters with ‘distasteful’ photos, threats
Singapore Foreign Minister Dr Vivian Balakrishnan is among several members of parliament (MPs) who have received letters containing fake distasteful images and threats.
Singapore’s first social media PM: can Lawrence Wong win Gen Z votes or will he become ‘just a meme’?
If Lawrence Wong hopes to win over the Gen Z segment in the next general election, he needs to rule on social media, according to analysts.
Invest in football, sport to match Singapore’s first-class stature, says former Liverpool star Jermaine Pennant
Tampines Rovers winger is in town for a StarHub Football Festival exhibition match between EPL and Singapore legends. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore Recalls Everest’s Fish Curry Masala Over Ethylene Oxide Contamination Concerns: All About It
In a recent development, the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) has issued a recall for Everest's Fish Curry Masala, imported from India, due to concerns over the presence of ethylene oxide pesticide exceedi
Singapore’s Indian-Origin Foreign Minister Receives Extortion Letter With Fake Obscene Pics
Singapore's Indian-origin Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan and several members of Parliament have received extortion letters containing fake photos of themselves in obscene situations.
SDP’s Dr Chee congratulates DPM Wong and calls for an inclusive Singapore
Dr Chee took to social media to urge PM-designate Wong to build a more ‘inclusive and compassionate’ Singapore where all citizens can flourish ...