With a least one hospital reporting a rise in cases postnatal depression, some confinement centres in Singapore are offering new mothers mental health support such as telehealth counselling and wellness activities.
Singapore no longer one of Hong Kong’s top five biggest routes after HK Express suspends service
Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium shows city state ranks seventh for scheduled seat capacity from Hong Kong in July, down from fifth in 2019.
Passenger trapped after huge tree pins car on Singapore’s PIE, another tree falls on shophouse in Tiong Bahru
A tree near the exit of Toa Payoh Lorong 2 fell and pinned a car on the Pan Island Expressway towards Changi on Sunday morning.
Massive surge in hotel demand around Coldplay concerts in Singapore: Survey
With the buzz around the much anticipated Coldplay concert, a high surge in the demands for hotels has come to light in Singapore
World’s most prestigious skin congress draws more than 11,000 delegates to Singapore
This week, the Republic will be hosting the largest medical convention to be held here, an event the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) expects will bring in $28 million in tourism receipts. Beating five other countries to bring in the 25th World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) is a major feather in the cap for Professor Roy ...
8 famous architect-designed condos in Singapore: Are they profitable?
When we think about investing in a condo, we usually consider things like location, price, and amenities. But what about the architect behind the design? Does a big-name architect make a difference to the sales and profits of a condo?
Close-knit Ng sisters to compete together in golf’s Singapore Ladies Masters
Jaymie and Denise are part of a team of 7 S'poreans competing in the inaugural China Ladies Professional Golf Association event. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Singapore drops out of top 5 most popular destinations for Hong Kong travellers, as HK Express cuts route amid weak demand
Data from aviation analytics firm Cirium shows city state ranks seventh for scheduled seat capacity from Hong Kong in July, down from fifth in 2019.
Singapore Suicides Rise to Highest in Over 20 Years: Samaritans
Singapore recorded its highest suicide tally since 2000, indicating a rise in mental distress from factors including social pressures and economic uncertainty, a report by non-profit Samaritans of ...
Concert review: K-pop girl group IVE throw a memorable ‘prom party’ for Singapore fans
An 11 out of 10. Judging from their near-constant screams, that was arguably how fans would rate K-pop girl group IVE’s first performance in Singapore. The much-anticipated sold-out show at The Star ...
Singapore’s PM Lee congratulates Timor-Leste counterpart Gusmao on inauguration
SINGAPORE: Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Saturday (Jul 1) congratulated his Timor-Leste counterpart Xanana Gusmao after he was sworn in as the country's prime minister in a ceremony in Dili.
Singapore, Indonesia outlook downgraded on weak China: JCER
Economists downgraded this year's growth outlook for Singapore and Indonesia due to the global slowdown, including China's weaker-than-expected recovery, according to a quarterly survey compiled late last month by the Japan Center for Economic Research and Nikkei.
Commentary: Do Singapore residents overreact in fear when encountering wildlife?
Pythons and monitor lizards have provoked strong reactions from the people who encountered them in Singapore. This fear stems from our isolation from them, says Herpetological Society of Singapore’s ...
Singapore going healthy – Drink toppings such as bubble tea pearls, whipped cream must have sugar level labels by Dec 30
From Dec 30 in Singapore, drink toppings such as pearls, jellies, ice cream and whipped cream must be labelled with a declaration of their sugar content as part of new requirements covering the sale of freshly prepared beverages.
Singapore identified as potential market for Cambodian rice
Following a successful export of rice to the Philippines, Prime Minister Hun Sen has expressed a keen interest in gaining a foothold in Singapore's market, a major importer of agricultural products ...
Suicides in Singapore rise to 22-year high: report
Suicides in Singapore rose nearly 26 percent last year to their highest level in more than two decades, reflecting the "unseen mental distress" in the city-state, according to a local NGO.