With the boost from the three banks, the Straits Times Index rose 2.2 per cent last week. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
OCBC’s $71.6m claim over capsized oil rig fails at Singapore’s highest court after 5-year battle
OCBC, as the mortgagee, was named a co-assured and sole loss payee under the policy. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore PM Wong congratulates Anutin and is now aiming to expand bilateral cooperation
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has congratulated Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his re-election, pledging to further strengthen bilateral and regional cooperation.
Buffets, rooftop dining: Where to enjoy Easter brunch in Singapore 2026
Easter in Singapore often means gathering around the table, and Easter brunch has become one of the most popular ways to celebrate the long weekend. From lavish hotel buffets and champagne brunches to ...
Hong Kong billionaire clan Keswick bet on Singapore property boom with $422M stake acquisition
Hongkong Land Holdings, controlled by the billionaire Keswick family, has acquired a 10.8% stake in Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s space future depends on people, not just technology
A steady pipeline of talent is critical. A new space agency can inspire confidence and investment in the industry. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s last 5 yellow-top taxi drivers near the end of the road
Once a common sight on Singapore’s roads, yellow-top taxis have dwindled to just five, with encounters so rare they can become a social media post.Among the remaining drivers is 73-year-old Mr ...
Sun Life Weighs HSBC Singapore Deal As Valuation Signal Draws Attention
Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) is reportedly exploring a bid for HSBC's Singapore insurance unit. The potential transaction would place Sun Life in competition with other large global insurers ...
Banks power Singapore stocks higher on Tuesday; STI up 1.4%
On the STI, Singtel : Z74 0% led the gainers, rising 2.6 per cent or S$0.13 to S$5.17. Thai Beverage : Y92 +1.15% was the worst performer, easing 1.1 per cent or S$0.005 to S$0.44.
Standard Chartered, BSI lose bid to join Singapore cases winding up firms with 1MDB-linked assets
Singapore's High Court ruled against a bid by Standard Chartered and BSI Bank to be heard in applications seeking to wind up some foreign entities as part of efforts to recover assets linked to ...
DBS named world’s best private bank at global awards
This is the first time an Asia-headquartered bank has received the top accolade at the Euromoney Private Banking Awards' 22-year history, DBS said on Friday (Mar 20).
With nasi ulam, President Tharman highlights Singapore’s multiculturalism, togetherness on Hari Raya Puasa
In Singapore, rice is a major part of local diet despite the nation's melting point of racial and religious diversity."We love our rice. Nasi lemak. Chicken rice. Nasi biryani. The list goes on. But ...
Singapore’s hidden locations: Incredible experiences for first-time visitors
Experience the unbelievable side of Singapore by exploring its hidden gems and must-do activities. Canadians visiting this dynamic city-state can uncover secret spots, vibrant neighborhoods, and ...
Crypto firms are slashing jobs — and they’re mostly citing the same reason
Crypto firms have laid off hundreds of employees so far this year. They broadly attribute the cuts to AI. It’s unclear if firms are simply window dressing pre-planned cutbacks.
Singapore space gazing: How will a national agency spearhead its space tech ambition?
The Government wants to invest in advanced tools for Earth observation and secure communications, among other things. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
OCBC cannot claim US$56 million from insurers for the capsized vessel it funded: Court of Appeal
Court points out that OCBC had not proved that the rig was lost by peril of the seas as it did not offer a cause of seawater entering the vessel by chance Read more at The Business Times.