News that parents will get an extra 10 weeks of shared leave and that full-day childcare fees at government-supported preschools will go down has made the couple more certain about their decision.
Louis Chua: Why are there no enforcement actions against online platforms offering illegal short-term accommodations in Singapore?
Additionally, Mr Chua pointed out that short-term stays disrupt the hotel industry worldwide, not just in Singapore ...
Singapore supports UN, multilateralism: President Tharman, PM Wong at Guterres visit
SINGAPORE – President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong reaffirmed Singapore’s continued, strong support for the United Nations, including its upholding of multilateralism, ...
China Conducts Naval Exercises With Singapore
By Alimat Aliyeva China is conducting joint naval exercises with Singapore, which started the day before and will ...
More people in Singapore declared bankrupt in first half of 2024
SINGAPORE: Applications for bankruptcy rose in the first half of 2024, as did the number of people declared eventually bankrupt.
Guide To Buying A Classic Car In Singapore Under The Classic Vehicle Scheme
Through the Classic Vehicle Scheme, car enthusiasts in Singapore can own a classic car that is 35 years old and older in Singapore ...
Singapore Vs Gin Slings: The Difference Between The Two Cocktails
A basic understanding of the differences between the very distinguishable Singapore and gin slings will ensure you end up with the right cocktail.
Pope Francis to set off on historic 12-day visit to Asia Pacific, including Singapore and Indonesia
All eyes will be on how Pope Francis uses the trip and his role to push the needle on thorny issues, including ongoing wars and crises.
India, Singapore likely to sign pacts on semiconductors, health; Brunei to be part of defence group
PM Modi's visit to Brunei will be the first bilateral visit of an Indian Prime Minister to that country. It will also mark 40 years of diplomatic ties between India and Brunei.
China and Singapore embark on bigger joint navy exercise as South China Sea tension rises
Drills ‘enhance mutual trust and friendship, and promote practical exchanges’ between militaries, says Chinese defence ministry spokesman.
Singapore pledges dedicated training facilities, full sports science support for para-athletes
Singapore's para-athletes will soon get dedicated training facilities and full sports science support, among others. This, as the country works to put them on equal footing with abled athletes.
Singapore factory output expands, with electronics posting best showing in 6 years
Manufacturing expanded for a 12th month, while electronics extended its streak to 10 months. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore condo resale volume grows by 21.7% to 1,075 units in July
The increase in sales could be partly seasonal. The condo resale volume in Singapore picked up in July from June, rising by 32.2% month-on-month to an estimated 1,075 units from 813 units in June, ...
Cardiff’s Perry Ng joins Singapore training for first time
Ng, who began his professional career at Crewe Alexandra, has now spent the last three and a half years as a regular in the English Championship with Cardiff -- winning the club's Player of the Season ...
AIA Singapore, SUSS launch Minor in Insurance Fundamentals programme
AIA Singapore has partnered with the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) to introduce the country's first Minor in Insurance Fundamentals programme.
Singapore start-up Beam denies under-reporting of e-scooters deployed in Australia, NZ
It allegedly placed unregistered e-scooters on the streets in the two countries. Read more at straitstimes.com.