A father repeatedly abused his five-year-old son out of anger, picking the boy up by the neck on one occasion, shaking and choking him while saying he hated him. The man, who worked as a delivery ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore plays catch-up with Taiwan as chip investments soar
Singapore has plenty of catch-up to do if it wants to match chipmaking powerhouses in Asia like Taiwan, even as it sees an influx of semiconductor-related investments announced over the past year to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Lifts GDP Forecast As Export Markets Get Vaccine Boost
Singapore on Wednesday upgraded its growth forecast for this year as the trade-reliant economy's key export markets pick up strength thanks to rapid coronavirus vaccine rollouts. The prosperous ... ( read original story ...)
Ex-L Catterton Asia Chief Thakran Said to Explore Singapore SPAC
Turmeric Capital, an investment firm led by former L Catterton Asia head Ravi Thakran, is exploring listing a special purpose acquisition company in Singapore, according to people with knowledge of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Raises 2021 GDP Estimate, Now Expects 6%-7% Growth
Singapore’s economy is set to expand at a faster clip than the government previously expected as the city-state shakes off an uptick in virus cases and looks to re-open more sectors through ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Upgrades 2021 GDP Outlook as Vaccinations Gain Pace
Singapore's bellwether economy expanded more than initially estimated in the second quarter and the government raised its forecast for 2021 as COVID-19 vaccinations progressed at home and in other key ... ( read original story ...)
How to Write a Cheque & Deposit One in Singapore: Step-By-Step Guide
Despite the convenience of PayNow, GrabPay, FavePay, and the countless payment apps that make our lives easier, there are still people and organisations that don’t accept online or credit card ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore ups trade forecasts again as Q2 non-oil exports surge 10.1%
Forecasts raised for 3rd time this year, on the back of strong Q2 growth in sectors such as electronics and petrochemicals.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Q2 GDP Spikes 14.7% On Year
Singapore's gross domestic product expanded 14.7 percent on year in the second quarter of 2021, the Ministry of Trade and Industry ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Social Divisions Aren’t So Clear Cut
The role of foreigners in the economy has been scrutinized amid the pandemic, yet class anxieties may be the country's bigger pressure point. ( read original story ...)
Zuellig Pharma Singapore Named ‘Industry Champions of the Year’ at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability Awards 2021
Zuellig Pharma Singapore, a leading healthcare services provider in Singapore, has been presented with the 'Industry Champions of the Year' title at the recent Asia Corporate Excellence and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Stock Market Has A Green Light For Wednesday’s Trade
The Singapore stock market has moved higher in consecutive trading days, collecting more than 30 points or 1 percent along the way. The Straits Times Index now sits just above the 3,205-point plateau ... ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, some unvaccinated people not moved by ‘pressure’ of new Covid-19 rules; those allergic hope for exceptions
Some people who have chosen not to be vaccinated against Covid-19 are not rushing to get themselves immunised even though new regulations are limiting their social activities, saying they are still on ... ( read original story ...)
Gyms, spas, cinemas in Singapore set up procedures to check customers’ vaccination status as latest Covid-19 measures kick in
Businesses such as gyms, spas and cinemas that had to suspend operations or function at a reduced capacity in recent weeks have started to bring back customers — primarily those who have been fully ... ( read original story ...)
Cycling rules in Singapore
Double-check that you're familiar with these lesser-known cycling rules in Singapore to keep safe and on the right side of the law. ( read original story ...)
Ultra-Rich Drive a $24 Billion Property Frenzy in Singapore
In an exclusive Singapore neighborhood shaded with rain trees, a local tech billionaire plunked down $95 million for a mansion. Near an upscale shopping district, a Taiwanese family with a grocery ... ( read original story ...)