While the data shows that vaccines are highly effective in preventing severe cases, it also underscores the risk that even those inoculated could be contagious. ( read original story ...)
In Singapore, 75 percent of COVID infections are among vaccinated and partially vaccinated people, report says
The data out of Singapore comes as coronavirus infections among vaccinated individuals, known as “breakthrough” cases, climb on Cape Cod and in Cambridge, prompting leaders in some communities to urge ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Retailers Hurt By New COVID Restrictions
New measures include a jobs support plan and aid for retailers hit hard by the latest round COVID-19 restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Analysis: China crackdown could knock crude oil import growth to 20-year low
Beijing's crackdown on the misuse of import quotas combined with the impact of high crude prices could see China's growth in oil imports sink to the lowest in two decades in 2021, despite an expected ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore needs “whole-of-nation” effort to achieve Singapore Green Plan 2030: senior official
Singapore needs a "whole-of-nation" effort to achieve the Singapore Green Plan 2030, said Low Yen Ling, minister of state for the Ministry of Trade and Industry and the Ministry of Culture, Community ... ( read original story ...)
Nightlife business association calls for stronger penalties on errant operators in open letter
An association representing owners of nightlife businesses has urged heavier penalties on operators that flout rules, and will work with the authorities to clamp down on bad actors.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Vaccinated people make up 75% of recent COVID-19 cases in Singapore, but few fall ill
Vaccinated individuals accounted for three-quarters of Singapore's COVID-19 infections in the last four weeks, but they were not falling seriously ill, government data showed, as a rapid ramp-up in ... ( read original story ...)
Asean nations left ‘exposed’ by global minimum corporate tax seen forging closer ties with China
A 15 per cent minimum corporate tax has been hailed as a way to improve the fiscal positions of countries hit hard by the pandemic, but it could be years before tangible results are seen. ( read original story ...)
Singapore market ends week mostly unchanged amid virus jitters
Local stocks ended the week flat as traders stayed cautious amid a rise in coronavirus cases and tighter restrictions that kicked in this week.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Tax on multinationals scares Singapore
The city-state has based its economy on attracting foreign capital through an advantageous fiscal regime. The G20’s global 15 per cent tax rate could have serious repercussions, driving some Sou ... ( read original story ...)
Filinvest REIT IPO set for August 12 listing
Filinvest REIT Corp. (FILREIT) on Friday began the offer period for its initial public offering (IPO) before its listing on the local bourse by mid-August. ( read original story ...)
Bank accounts used to cheat over $250k linked to 17-year-old
SINGAPORE - A teenager who allegedly harassed debtors on behalf of loan sharks is now accused of selling his bank accounts which were then used to keep more than $260,000 made from criminal activities ... ( read original story ...)
The Big Story: S’pore’s Finance Ministry to roll out $1.1b Covid-19 support package
SINGAPORE - Catch up on the hottest topics on The Straits Times' weekday talk show.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Of 133 new COVID cases in Singapore, 84 linked to Jurong Fishery Port and KTVs
The Ministry of Health (MOH) on Friday (23 July) confirmed 133 new COVID-19 cases in Singapore, taking the country's total case count to 63,924. ( read original story ...)
Singapore retailers are reeling from further Covid measures as sales drop 70% for some
Singapore retailers have seen sales plunge between 30% to 70% since the start of Covid-19, says the executive director of the Singapore Retailers Association. ( read original story ...)
Apple Marks its 40th Year in Singapore: Here’s What the Tech Giant Has Achieved
Did you know that Apple has officially been in Singapore for the last four decades? Throughout the last 40 years, Apple has worked hard to create jobs, boost economic growth, education outreach and ... ( read original story ...)