Singapore will introduce new curbs on public housing purchases as its new prime minister seeks to tame years of price increases that threaten to become a political flashpoint for his ruling party in ...
All Singapore under one roof
A second home to many, Singapore’s hawker centers are a melting pot of cuisines where a number of subcultures have formed. Hokkien Mee chef tends to his hot wok. Photgraph by Nicky Loh 5 min ...
Singapore to hold final horse race after more than 180 years
The more than 180-year-long history of horse racing in Singapore is set to draw to a close. It has been announced that the small Southeast Asian nation's only racecourse - Singapore Turf Club ...
Singapore drivers rush to Malaysia’s VEP information counter in Woodlands industrial park to seek help
As of 4.40pm, the manager at the office told CNA that it had settled over 75 queries on its first day of operations.
In major policy shift, Singapore announces unemployment support scheme
The scheme will give laid off workers up to SG$6000 (USD$4,561) per month for six months, subject to conditions.
Singapore’s PM Wong Hands Out Fresh Perks Ahead of Election
Lawrence Wong used his first major policy speech since becoming Singapore’s prime minister to dish out new social benefits for citizens, while pledging to simplify compliance and regulatory processes ...
Singapore offers four weeks of mandatory, govt-paid paternity leave; extra 10 weeks of leave to be shared between mums and dads
Four weeks of government-paid paternity leave will be made mandatory from April 2025 Eligible working fathers with Singaporean children born on or after the date will ...
Planning a luxury trip to Singapore? Here’s what to do and where to stay
For many, Singapore is synonymous with luxury, with everything from top-tier accommodations to high-end shopping and restaurants.
Singapore grants citizenship to 177 people
Singapore Sunday welcomed 177 new citizens, including Sudhan Vincent from Tamil Nadu, encouraging them to contribute to the city state’s common causes and help the nation to function as a “viable society”.
NDR 2024: PM Wong sets out major reset of policies and his vision for Singapore
In first rally speech, he called for a mindset change and support in charting a new way forward. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Parents in Singapore to get 10 more weeks of shared parental leave | National Day Rally 2024
Parents in Singapore will get 10 additional weeks of shared parental leave, announced Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his National Day Rally 2024 speech on Aug 18. Either fathers or mothers can take ...
Singapore PM warns of regional fallout from US-China tensions
Singapore’s prime minister has warned that raising tensions between the US and China will have an impact on the city state’s economy and the broader region. Lawrence Wong, who took office in May, said ...
Singapore to Open New Islamic College to Nurture Future Leaders
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announced the establishment of the Singapore College of Islamic Studies to train future Islamic leaders in the diverse city-state. The initiative, first proposed ...
NDR 2024: Govt to further support Singapore athletes, build new facilities to strengthen sporting culture
To encourage Singaporeans to participate in sports as well as to better support the nation's athletes, new facilities will be constructed under the Kallang Alive Masterplan, announced Prime Minister ...
Heroic Singapore goalkeeper Hassan Sunny announces international retirement
Singapore goalkeeper Hassan Sunny -- who went viral earlier this year -- has retired from international football.
‘I’ve seen an entirely different side to this city, and it’s wild’ – what Singapore can teach us about how to live in nature
Driving along the highway in Singapore is a curiously tranquil experience. To begin with, I’m not sure why I feel so relaxed after a 12 hour night flight, but as I observe the landscape dreamily ...