Vapes are currently banned in 34 countries. In Southeast Asia, besides Singapore, it's illegal in Laos, Brunei, Cambodia and Thailand. Thailand first banned vapes in 2014, but still saw a spike in use ...
OCBC Q2 profit up 14% to $1.94 billion, bank to weigh its options for Great Eastern
SINGAPORE – OCBC Bank’s second-quarter earnings grew more than expected on strong growth in fee, trading and insurance income, as well as a decline in allowances. Net profit for the second quarter ...
One of Singapore’s flashiest CEOs was planning to throw a Tomorrowland-style party for the books. Then the mirage started to fall apart.
David Yong, 37 was featured in the Netflix series "Super Rich in Korea" as one of the "super rich" cast members.
Unicommerce eSolutions IPO: Issue opening and closing date, latest GMP, price band, minimum investment – 10 things to know
As the Unicommerce eSolutions IPO is set to open for bidding next week, let’s take a look on 10 things that investors need to know before putting their money in the public issue. The company's maiden ...
Singapore hangs man for trafficking 36g of heroin
Singapore has executed a man for trafficking 36.93g of heroin, making it the city-state's second hanging this year. The 45-year-old man was sent to the gallows at the Chang prison after being found ...
Singapore’s Crackdown on China’s Copper King in Espionage Scandal
Singapore has taken a significant step in its fight against foreign interference. The country’s home affairs ministry has invoked a law on foreign interference against representative of Chinese Copper ...
How Singapore became a ‘Blue Zone 2.0’ by engineering a 20-year increase in lifespans
Singapore has been named a Blue Zone – a place with long life expectancy and lower rates of chronic disease. A longevity expert and elderly runners talk about how it has made ageing well easier.
Singapore Sets Up Task Force to Boost Flagging Stock Market
Singapore has established a review group to revive its stock market amid growing calls for initiatives to tackle poor liquidity.
3 questions to ask before adopting 5G for IoT
While many CIOs are tempted by 5G networking for IoT applications, some due diligence is strongly advised before jumping on the bandwagon.
Study Abroad: Top 3 Universities To Study Architecture In Singapore
Architecture is the art of designing buildings and spaces, focusing on their appearance, function, and layout. Students aspiring to study architecture in Singapore can refer to the Quacquarelli ...
Drug trafficker hanged in Singapore
Singapore on Aug. 2 hanged a convicted drug trafficker, authorities said, in the city-state's second execution this year.
US$40 million linked to email scam recovered by Singapore, Timor-Leste authorities and Interpol
SINGAPORE: More than US$40 million (S$53 million) have been recovered from a business email compromise scam in a multi-agency, cross-border effort.
Court dismisses investor’s $12m claim against Snap Innovations and founder of crypto platform Torque
SINGAPORE – The High Court has dismissed a US$9 million (S$12 million) lawsuit brought by a Greek investor against Singapore fintech firm Snap Innovations and businessman Bernard Ong, founder of ...
Singapore hangs drug trafficker in second execution of 2024
Singapore has some of the world’s toughest anti-narcotics laws: trafficking more than 500 grams of cannabis can result in the death penalty.
IN FOCUS: Countries around the world are battling overtourism. Could a hub like Singapore be next?
In extreme cases, locals have protested and hurled items at tourists, asking them to "go home". Not in Singapore, where visitor numbers aren't controlled.
MAS sets up review group to revitalise Singapore’s stock market
The panel will be chaired by Second Minister for Finance and MAS board member Chee Hong Tat. Read more at straitstimes.com.