SINGAPORE: Mr Khor Joo Heng, 60, was hurrying about his stuffy motor workshop in AutoCity at Sin Ming when he was asked what he would do if Singapore achieved its aim of phasing out internal ... ( read original story ...)
Demand for sea vacations on the rise as cruise lines in Singapore resume port calls
Cruise operators, travel agencies and travel booking platforms have reported more inquiries and bookings from Singapore residents and inbound travellers. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Will the GST rate hike exacerbate Singapore inflation?
The headline and core inflation climbed to multi-year highs in May 2022. After the headline and core inflation hit multi-year highs in May, investors have been wary about the implementation of the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore reports 6,423 new COVID-19 cases, 4 more deaths
Singapore reported 6,423 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, bringing the total tally to 1,530,304. Of the new cases, 302 cases were detected through PCR (polymerase chain reaction) tests and 6,121 ... ( read original story ...)
Arrangements in place for Singapore to secure booster vaccines for Omicron subvariants
Singapore is ready to bring in booster vaccines for Omicron subvariants that are fast becoming the dominant variants here should they be approved, said the Ministry of Health (MOH). ( read original story ...)
Man threatens Singapore PM on social media post about Abe, arrested
Authorities in Singapore have arrested a 45-year-old man for inciting violence after the accused posted a comment against PM Lee Hsien Loong on social media, reports stated on Saturday. The threat was ... ( read original story ...)
OPINION | Singapore-born US Marine shares his Singapore National Service experience (ft. Raynor Goh)
"It was good to see this young man touch on one of the most pressing issues in Singapore – namely the fact that we’re a society that prepares our people for a textbook ideal of what the world is ... ( read original story ...)
Covid-19 cases in Singapore likely to peak in a week or sooner: Experts
The Republic is entering this Covid-19 wave with a degree of preparation that it did not have previously. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore will be able to ride new Covid-19 wave without tightening curbs, with hospitals holding up, says DPM Wong
Singapore should be able to tide over the current wave of Covid-19 infections without tightening restrictions, said Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Sunday (July 10). ( read original story ...)
5 things to consider before skipping the property agent
Whilst it's common practice to engage a licensed agent for your property-related transactions, it's technically not a must-do in Singapore.In fact, there's a growing number of savvy homeowners or ... ( read original story ...)
Top 10 Singapore REITs with the Highest YTD Returns in 2022 1H
Overall YTD Returns Below is the infographic for returns of Singapore REITs as of 1H 2022, including Business Trusts - Ascendas India Trust & Dasin Retail Trust. Note that the dividend is based on the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Second Airport Positions Itself As A Future Flying Taxi Hub
Singapore’s little know Seletar Airport is hoping to emerge from the shadows as it eyes to become a busy hub for flying taxis in the region. Electric vertical take-off and landing vehicles (eVTOL) ... ( read original story ...)
Me and My Money: Investing in a diverse portfolio to hedge his bets on safe assets
Despite working with and dabbling in crypto, he also holds stable assets such as funds, bonds. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
At a glance: Singapore’s proposed rules to reduce online harm
When passed, platforms will be required to implement safety standards and content moderation processes to minimise users' risk of exposure to harmful online content like terrorist propaganda. Read ... ( read original story ...)
4 money tips to note when mortgage rates rise
With rising rates, borrowers should consider paying off the loan instead of saving more money in the near term. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Movers and shakers of the coffee shop business
Behind the humble neighbourhood staple are multimillion-dollar business empires and larger-than-life figures with fascinating stories. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)