A rare blue-necked keelback snake was spotted at Singapore’s MacRitchie Reservoir. Experts explain why the locally vulnerable species is both venomous and poisonous. Scientists explain how this is ...
Singapore’s unusual snake encounter sparks warning to keep away from venomous wildlife
A recent snake encounter at MacRitchie Reservoir in Singapore has attracted attention after an unusual-looking reptile was spotted in the popular nature area. While sightings of snakes are not ...
DBS, OCBC shares climb to fresh highs on strong Q2 earnings; yen rally stalls: Markets this week
Explore strong Q2 earnings from Singapore banks like DBS and OCBC, alongside key market trends in yen, AI stocks, oil, and gold. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore to unveil plans to help families juggle ‘competing demands’ at NDR: PM Wong in National Day Message
Singapore is taking a "fresh look" at issues relating to marriage and parenthood to help families lighten the load as family life comes under greater strain, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on ...
Singapore to Ensure AI Helps Workers Worried About Jobs, PM Says
Singapore is benefitting from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and the government is making use of the technology to ensure higher productivity and better jobs for workers who are worried ...
Singapore to ensure AI helps workers worried about jobs, PM Wong says
Singapore is benefiting from the rapid growth of artificial intelligence, and the government is making use of the technology to ensure higher productivity.
Smart Reads of the Week: DBS Results, Dividend Portfolios, and Singapore Growth Opportunities
This week’s Smart Reads explores DBS’ record results, dividend strategies for retirement income, and Singapore stocks riding major growth trends. We also examine CPF alternatives, STI investing ...
What was the largest office investment deal in Singapore in Q2?
The deal was worth approximately S$2.48 billion. Singapore's office market is increasingly showing a two-tier performance, with premium buildings benefiting from strong occupier demand and investor ...
5 takeaways from Singapore banks’ Q2 results – diverging outlooks, China tax rules emerge as new watchpoint
DBS and OCBC upgraded parts of their full-year outlook, while UOB turned more cautious on fees Read more at The Business Times.
Allianz eyes Singapore wealth, retirement market with HSBC Life, UOB Asset Management deals
Discover how Allianz is strengthening its position in Singapore's wealth management sector through strategic acquisitions of HSBC Life and UOB Asset Management. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read ...
StarHub absorbs third Singapore MVNO in seven months, stripping M1 of customers
Singapore MVNO consolidation accelerated as StarHub announced August 6 that all MyRepublic Mobile 4G subscribers will migrate from M1's network to its own, the third virtual operator it has absorbed ...
Global market: Singapore’s OCBC, UOB Q2 profits rise as wealth business cushions impact of lower interest rates
Singapore's OCBC and UOB banks have exceeded expectations with their second-quarter earnings, showcasing resilience amid lending income challenges. OCBC achieved a record quarterly net profit, while ...
Singapore tops APAC property investment performance in H1 2026
CBRE says investors are targeting markets with income opportunities and rental growth. Singapore led Asia Pacific’s (APAC) commercial real estate investment performance in the first half (H1) of 2026, ... ( read original story ...)
Consider removing the property proximity advantage in allocating Primary 1 places in schools
Don’t disadvantage children who live further away from enrolling in a sought-after school Read more at The Business Times. ( read original story ...)
19x leverage on FCNR(B) deposits and high returns may not work for NRIs based in Singapore in this case
FCNR (B) FD: For NRIs, the potential gains from FCNR(B) deposits may be undermined by Singapore's tax policies. Interest earnings from Indian banks are recognized as originating from Singapore, ...
Wealth boom propels Singapore bank stocks to all-time highs
Singapore’s top lenders are riding a wealth management boom that has helped their second-quarter profit beat expectations as their stock prices also rally to record levels.