A pair of skyscrapers are set to become the tallest prefabricated buildings in the world. And while the two 192-meter-tall (630 feet) towers will rise in densely populated Singapore, large parts of ... ( read original story ...)
As coronavirus batters Singapore’s economy, lost jobs loom as long-term headache
The impact is likely to be worse than after the 1997 Asian financial crisis, as accelerated economic restructuring reshapes industries, destroying some jobs permanently. ( read original story ...)
Singapore charges Wirecard agent with falsification of accounts
A Singaporean businessman with multiple ties to Wirecard has been charged with falsification of accounts, marking the first set of charges issued by the city-state since it kicked off an investigation ... ( read original story ...)
How to buy a house in Singapore: A complete guide
A comprehensive list of questions you might ask as you look to buy a house in Singapore.If the American Dream is a house with a white picket fence, 2.5 kids, and a dog, then the Singapore Dream is to ... ( read original story ...)
SA exports dip $673m during Covid-19 but China trade remains strong
South Australia’s exports have taken a $673m dive amid the coronavirus crisis but trade with China is booming. ( read original story ...)
Singapore celebrates National Day amid pandemic restrictions
Singapore on Sunday celebrated its National Day, commemorating its independence from Malaysia in 1965, with a series of events amid restrictions imposed to combat the Covid-19 epidemic. ( read original story ...)
In pictures: Singapore celebrates National Day, with a nod to COVID-19 frontliners
Thousands of residents lined the streets of Singapore on Sunday (Aug 9), as the country marked 55 years of independence. There ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Deploys Drones to Monitor Social Distancing: Will Other Tourist Destinations Follow?
Singapore's police have been trialling two pilotless drones developed by Israel's Airobotics to help enforce social distancing measures aimed at containing the spread of COVID-19 ... ( read original story ...)
Chinese manufacturing’s coronavirus crisis gives Singapore an opportunity
As countries cut their reliance on Chinese manufacturing, Singapore is perfectly positioned to serve as a regional supply chain hub. ( read original story ...)
Bringing mobile column to the heartland
Planning for this year's National Day Parade (NDP) began in earnest last September, almost immediately after NDP 2019, Lieutenant-Colonel Low Youwen recalls.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Creative Capital: The food stylist selling doughnuts with a Masterchef Singapore contestant
Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery is headlined by Masterchef contestant Gen Lee and food photographer/stylist/influencer CR Tan. ( read original story ...)
Singapore companies in Tokyo open for business despite rising COVID-19 cases | Video
Singapore businesses are keeping up their activities in Tokyo despite the rising COVID-19 cases there. But as Michiyo Ishida reports, many have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. ( read original story ...)
Applications for cross-border travel between Malaysia and Singapore to open Monday
Applications for cross-border travel between Malaysia and Singapore will be open beginning Monday (Aug 10). Immigration Department (JIM) director-general Datuk Khairul Dzaimee Daud in a statement ... ( read original story ...)
NDP 2020: Where to see fireworks, Red Lions and mobile column near your home
This year, the state flag and F-15 fighter jet fly-pasts will cover much of the island including the heartland for the first time.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Expect road closures due to parade, mobile column
Police are advising motorists and commuters to plan their journeys this weekend, as road closures are expected before and during this year's National Day Parade (NDP).. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
EU imports from Singapore up 12% in 6-month period after FTA came into effect
SINGAPORE - Despite the impact of Covid-19 on global trade, European Union (EU) imports from Singapore saw a 12 per cent increase in the first six months since the EU-Singapore Free Trade Agreement ... ( read original story ...)