The vessel had previously falsified its location to avoid detection and is reportedly carrying a cargo of oil from Venezuela.
More hospitalisations as Singapore’s Covid-19 cases hit record high for 2023
MOH has also reassured people that the numbers are not as high as during the pandemic. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s Hospitalizations Rise as New Covid Infections Surge
Singapore hospitalizations have increased amid a surge in local Covid-19 infections in the past two weeks, the health ministry said.
DP World says will buy Singapore logistics firms; looking for more acquisitions across Asia
The logistics giant has a pipeline of more than 15 acquisitions in Asia alone, said its Asia Pacific CEO. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore’s MediaCorp, Taiwan’s Mission International Sign Development Agreement at ATF
Singapore’s MediaCorp and Taiwanese production company Mission International have signed a memorandum of understanding for content development at the Asia TV Forum and Market (ATF). Mission ...
In a first for Singapore, livestreaming app 17LIVE goes public via SPAC merger
Shares of 17LIVE fell 2.06% to 3.80 Singapore dollars ($2.84) after opening at SG$4. This was Singapore's first listing through a SPAC merger. "We may see more SPACs coming on board," Deloitte said ...
Bluey, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Indonesian Creators Among Highlights of Singapore Comic Con
The immensely popular Singapore Comic Con is back with an array of internationally renowned creators and characters.
Singapore shares rise at Friday’s open; STI up 0.5%
SINGAPORE stocks were pulled into positive territory on Friday (Dec 8) following overnight gains on Wall Street, with the Nasdaq ending sharply higher, supported by heavy-weight tech stocks. Read more ...
Interest rates for Singapore’s CPF Special, Medisave and Retirement accounts to increase to 4.08% in Q1 2024
Besides higher Special, Medisave and Retirement account interest, Singapore CPF members can also earn extra interest. Find out why and how.
Why Singapore Has Become a Family Office Hotspot: Asia Centric
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Singapore looks to attract more competitive squash players ahead of the sport’s Olympic debut in 2028
The Singapore Squash Racquets Association will be holding open trials next year to draw more competitive players aged 19 and above.
Hong Kong cosmetics brand Sa Sa relaunches in Singapore with Jurong Point outlet, 4 years after mass closures
Hong Kong cosmetics retailer Sa Sa returns to Singapore after 4 years, with opening of Jurong Point store, and plans to open 2 more outlets next year.
Singapore student could face years in jail for trafficking cannabis on NTU campus
Muhammad Izzat Mazlan has been accused of trafficking four blocks containing no less than 101.59g of the drug.
Singapore, China plan reciprocal 30-day visa-free entry
Singapore and China will put in place a 30-day mutual visa exemption agreement early next year, the Singapore foreign ministry said on Thursday. "Both countries will work out the implementation ...
Singapore, China to enable more people-to-people linkages as ‘bedrock’ of bilateral ties: DPM Lawrence Wong
Currently, China passport-holders have to apply for a visa to enter Singapore, while Singaporeans can go to China for up to 15 days visa-free. The new arrangement will “enable more people to people ...
Singapore, China Plan Reciprocal 30-Day Visa-Free Entry – Media
(Reuters) - Singapore and China will put in place a 30-day mutual visa exemption agreement, media reported on Thursday, citing Singapore Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.