Amid an increase in wild boar population in parts of Singapore, there have been increasing signs of damage to vegetation in forested areas, including nature reserves. Beyond the potentially deep ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore must have ‘open and constructive conversations’ on race issues: Lawrence Wong | Video
Singapore must have "open and constructive conversations" on racial and religious harmony, said Education Minister Lawrence Wong on Saturday (Apr 17). The Ministry of Education has updated its ... ( read original story ...)
Four community infections among 39 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore
There were 39 new coronavirus cases - including four in the community - confirmed as at Saturday noon, taking Singapore’s total to 60,808. ( read original story ...)
The world’s worst cruise? Sailing from Singapore to Thailand complete with monkey attacks, sexism and even a punch-up
Thailand cruise turns out to be the misadventure of a lifetime for one travel writer, who realised she had made ‘a horrible mistake’ soon after stepping aboard. ( read original story ...)
Malaysian on Singapore’s death row sees hope with new song launch
A Malaysian on death row in Singapore is sending a message of peace and love from behind bars through his lyrics, seeking forgiveness and mercy for himself and others in a similar position. The song ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore announces candidature for election to United Nation’s main drug policymaking body
SINGAPORE: Singapore has announced its intention to run for membership in the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), said the Ministry ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore economic recovery continues though GDP growth ebbs slighty
Singapore's gross domestic product (GDP) grew for the third consecutive quarter, expanding by an estimated 2 per cent in the first three months of the year, the Ministry of Trade and Industry ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore blogger crowdfunds over US$100,000 to pay PM defamation damages
A Singaporean activist said on Friday (April 16) he had raised S$144,389 ($108,200) through social media to cover defamation damages he had to pay Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, the second such ... ( read original story ...)
After much uncertainty, Singapore’s divers eye final shot at qualifying for Tokyo Olympics
SINGAPORE: National diver Mark Lee had put off retiring from the sport for a final shot at the world’s biggest stage - eating right, training ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to run for membership in main drug policy making body of the UN
SINGAPORE - Singapore intends to run for membership in the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), the main drug policy making body of the UN.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
FM holds phone talks with diplomats of Morocco, India and Singapore
VOV.VN - Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son and Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates Nasser Bourita discussed bilateral cooperation and coordination at ... ( read original story ...)
Both new community cases in Singapore had tested negative for COVID-19 multiple times
SINGAPORE: The two new community cases reported in Singapore on Friday (Apr 16) had tested negative for COVID-19 multiple times during their ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s exports rise at faster pace of 12.1% in March | Video
Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) grew at a faster pace of 12.1 per cent in March from a year ago, up from the 4.2 per cent growth in February. Export growth far exceeded forecasts in a ... ( read original story ...)
Thai Beverage defers plans for US$2 billion Singapore IPO of regional beer assets
SINGAPORE: Thai Beverage said on Friday (Apr 16) it was postponing the plan to sell a 20 per cent stake in its regional beer business through a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Blogger Crowdfunds Over $100,000 to Pay PM Defamation Damages
A Singaporean activist said on Friday he had raised S$144,389 ($108,200) through social media to cover defamation damages he had to pay Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, the second such crowdfunding ... ( read original story ...)
Grab mulls secondary Singapore listing – sources
Southeast Asia's ride hailing and delivery giant Grab Holdings is considering a secondary listing in its home market Singapore after completing a Nasdaq listing via a $40 billion SPAC merger, ... ( read original story ...)