There is "a really quite important cultural difference" in Asia that epidemiologists suggest is having a dramatic impact on their daily rate of COVID-19 deaths. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s GIC chief warns inflation headwinds put 40 years of gains at risk
Singapore’s GIC Pte Ltd’s top executive is warning that inflationary headwinds risk unwinding the sovereign wealth fund’s gains over the last 40 years, and that portfolio diversification will be more ... ( read original story ...)
Pinoy positive for monkeypox in Singapore
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Sunday said a Filipino in Singapore has tested positive for monkeypox. DFA spokesperson ... ( read original story ...)
Importing low-carbon energy could push electricity prices up: EMA | Video
With Singapore aiming to import about a third of its low-carbon energy, the Energy Market Authority warns that additional costs from this move could actually push the price of electricity higher. ( read original story ...)
Social gambling such as mahjong and poker at home is legalised in Singapore; new laws take effect from Monday (Aug 1)
Social gambling in the form of playing mahjong and poker with family and friends at homes in Singapore will be legalised from Monday (Aug 1). ( read original story ...)
Singapore Catholic Church says marriage is between man and woman but it respects dignity of LGBTQ people
LGBTQ people should also respect the Church's rights to maintain its position on marriage, it said. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Changi Airport hits 50% of pre-pandemic passenger numbers ahead of year-end target
The number of passengers that passed through Changi Airport in June exceeded half of pre-pandemic figures for the first time, meeting the 50 per cent year-end target that had been set for the industry ... ( read original story ...)
What does it take to clean the world’s largest dome? Men suspended by ropes
Singapore’s National Stadium has hosted many events, from football matches to concerts. How many times, though, has its iconic dome been cleaned since it was built? CNA Insider gets access to what is ... ( read original story ...)
Pelosi Heads for Singapore, but Is Silent on Taiwan
Anyone can read what you share. By Vivian Wang Speaker Nancy Pelosi was expected to appear in Singapore on Monday as part of a closely watched tour of Asia that has stoked fears, including at the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore seeks to balance gay-sex law, rooted marriage view, says the Straits Times
SINGAPORE, July 31 (Bloomberg): Singapore is considering how to safeguard its legal position on marriage between a man and a woman, as the government reviews a colonial-era section of the country’s ... ( read original story ...)
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to visit Singapore from Aug 1 as part of Asia trip
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will lead a congressional delegation on a trip to Asia, with stops in Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and Japan. ( read original story ...)
Section 377A review: Singapore govt considering how to safeguard ‘current legal position on marriage’, says Shanmugam
The Government is considering how to safeguard "the current legal position on marriage" from being challenged in the courts, after receiving feedback ... ( read original story ...)
New laws on social gambling in Singapore to take effect from Aug 1
Social gambling in the form of playing mahjong and poker with family and friends at homes will be legalised from Aug 1. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
On The Talent Hunt: Technology and upskilling helped our hotel tackle persistent manpower woes
The goal of the hospitality industry is to offer a memorable, unique experience to guests. From delectable dining to a comfortable night’s sleep, delivering a differentiated service offering is a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister plays ‘Hotel California’ intro; clip goes viral
Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong seems to be quite a rocker. On his Instagram account, he shared a reel that showed him playing the guitar intro of the popular rock song 'Hotel ... ( read original story ...)
India, Singapore Exchanges Kick Off Derivatives Trading Link
A cross-border derivatives trading link between the Singapore Exchange Ltd. and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. has started, ending years of delays after they ended a bitter feud that left ... ( read original story ...)