SINGAPORE — Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan will visit Brunei Darussalam on Monday, after which he will go to Malaysia and Indonesia, the foreign affairs ministry said. ( read original story ...)
Birth of twin Malayan tigers revives breeding efforts in Singapore
The felines died out in Singapore when the last Malayan tiger was shot in 1930 in Choa Chu Kang. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Eggs from Poland and masks made in Singapore
Covid-19 has put global supply chains in the spotlight. Here’s a look at how they are evolving and what that means for Singapore. When Covid-19 struck early last year, countries rushed to shut their ... ( read original story ...)
The way Singapore’s PM Lee describes China reflects our expectations
People look at ice sculptures at the Harbin Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, in northeastern China's Heilongjiang province on Jan. 5. (AFP/-) ... ( read original story ...)
Can Taiwan-Palau travel bubble be a model for Singapore? The jury is out
Much depends on whether governments are in control of the Covid-19 situation within their borders.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore monitoring trials on Covid-19 vaccine effect on kids, 12 new imported cases confirmed
Singapore is closely monitoring ongoing trials on the safety and effectiveness of Covid-19 vaccines on children, and hopes to be able to certify and administer them for students here in the near ... ( read original story ...)
Positive response from Malaysian cargo drivers offered Covid-19 vaccination in Singapore: MTI
SINGAPORE - The response rate from Malaysian cargo drivers selected for Covid-19 vaccination in Singapore has been very positive so far, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) said on Sunday (March ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore water polo gets funding boost from its famous Tan family
The Olympic Foundation-Tan Family Water Polo Fund was launched with a $500,000 donation from the influential Tan family. ( read original story ...)
Singapore landmarks turn blue to mark World Water Day
SINGAPORE - The city skyline turned into a sea of blue to mark World Water Day, as Singapore showed its commitment to water sustainability over the weekend.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Jamiyah Singapore calls for food donations as demand for aid spikes during Covid-19 pandemic
SINGAPORE - There has been a spike in demand for food supplies from residents whose incomes have been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, resulting in a dwindling stockpile of these rations at Jamiyah ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s trial of MRT priority cabins put on hold due to changed ridership patterns amid pandemic
SINGAPORE, March 21 (The Straits Times/ANN): A trial of MRT priority cabins for the elderly, wheelchair users and pregnant women has been put on hold indefinitely due to the coronavirus situation, The ... ( read original story ...)
COVID-19: Singapore detects 12 new cases, all imported
MOH has confirmed the detection of 12 new cases of COVID-19 infection in Singapore as of noon on Sunday (21 March), taking the country's total case count to 60,196. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Major: Neon Esports to attend without Natsumi, Rappy to sub
Filipino Dota 2 organisation Neon Esports announced on Sunday (21 March) that they will be attending the upcoming ONE Esports Singapore Major without carry player John Anthony "Natsumi" Vargas, who ... ( read original story ...)
Count On Me, Singapore copyright saga: Indian composer withdraws claims to song following MCCY probe
Joseph Mendoza admitted he does not have evidence to prove that he wrote We Can Achieve - a song that is near identical to Count On Me, Singapore.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Major: Na’Vi, VP to attend with subs as players get ill, two with COVID-19
Na'Vi announced on Saturdaythat midlaner Bogdan "Iceberg" Vasilenko and team captain Andrii "ALWAYSWANNAFLY" Bondarenko tested positive for the coronavirus prior to the team's departure to Singapore. ( read original story ...)
Singapore starts Covid-19 vaccination for Malaysian cargo drivers
Singapore yesterday started vaccinating selected cargo drivers from Malaysia against the Covid-19 virus. The move is aimed at minimising the risk of transmission from the workers who bring in ... ( read original story ...)