SINGAPORE (Dec 18): Money remitter Western Union today announced the launch of its mobile app in Singapore – making it the third destination in Asia, after Hong Kong and Malaysia, where the app can be ... ( read original story ...)
25% of Singaporean mums are willing to give up their career for their family
You are not alone if you are thinking of quitting your job for your family. A global survey by HSBC found a quarter of Singapore’s working women are choosing motherhood over career. Overall, in Asia, ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore allows gay couple to adopt their surrogate son in landmark ruling
including applying for Singapore citizenship for him. The couple, who were at work when they heard the news at 10.25am through their lawyers, were elated. “It was business as usual because we didn’t w... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines Discounting Award Tickets on U.S. Non-Stop Flights (Great Availability, Too)
Singapore offers good award space to members using KrisFlyer miles KrisFlyer miles are easy to come by, since they’re a transfer partner of American Express, Chase, Citibank, and Capital One With Sing... ( read original story ...)
Athletics: 2018 Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon Reaches New Heights With World Class Race Weekend
Five new champions and one back-to-back winner were crowned across the strongest-ever elite, local and elite wheelchair categories. In their SCSM debut, 24-year-old Joshua Kipkorir (KEN) and 38-year-o... ( read original story ...)
Singapore to import PHL agriculture produce after Malaysia export slash
The Philippines is keen on exporting poultry and livestock products, as well as vegetables and grains, to Singapore by the first quarter of next year to provide an additional market to local farmers. ( read original story ...)
SE Asia Stocks-Most fall as investors remain cautious; Singapore recovers
* Singapore bucks trend as investors hunt for bargains * Indonesia posts widest trade deficit in 5 yrs in Nov * Vietnam biggest loser in region, down nearly 2 pct * Thai index closes at over 6-month l... ( read original story ...)
Singapore non-oil exports drop 2.6% in November, following 7 straight months of increase
SINGAPORE - Export growth in Singapore dropped in November, despite electronics shipments seeing year-on-year growth after a long slide, as non-electronics sales weakened. The fall of 2.6 per cent mar... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Savings Bonds open to Supplementary Retirement Scheme funds from Feb 2019
SINGAPORE (Dec 17): Starting from Feb 1 next year ... SRS is a voluntary scheme operated by DBS/POSB, OCBC and UOB to encourage individuals to save for retirement, over and above their Central Provide... ( read original story ...)
End your year with a bang at a buffet: Here’s where to feast with a UOB festive deal
Once you’ve had your fill, kick back with a beer or two as you take in the gorgeous Singapore skyline. UOB Cardmembers perks: 50% off every 2nd adult for festive dinner buffet from 21 – 24 & 28 – 31 D... ( read original story ...)
Singapore-based VivoHub partners Tata Communications for mobile services targeting Singapore’s migrant workers
For ensuring effective communications between Singapore’s migrant workers and their families back home, VivoHub, Singapore-based mobile-services provider, has partnered with Tata Communications, a glo... ( read original story ...)
Asean IPO activity may rebound in 2019, depending on these factors
SINGAPORE (Dec 17): After a lacklustre 2018, Asean markets stand a chance of seeing higher levels of initial public offering (IPO) activity next year – but only if there is a turnaround in economic fu... ( read original story ...)
Singapore exports fall as demand weakens in most markets
SINGAPORE (Nikkei Markets) -- Singapore's core exports fell for the first time in eight months in November, a further sign that economic growth is waning as shipments to China continue to decline. ( read original story ...)
Singapore – A World-Class Education Hub with Tuition Costs
Asian countries have been growing in popularity as destinations for high-quality education and the tiny city-state of Singapore is no exception. Singapore is a modern, vibrant county which boasts itse... ( read original story ...)
Singapore court allows gay man to adopt son in landmark ruling
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's high court on Monday allowed a gay doctor to adopt his biological son, a landmark ruling in the socially conservative city-state that comes almost a year after his in... ( read original story ...)
Singapore allows two fathers to adopt their surrogate son in landmark ruling
With the judgment, James can now adopt Noel as a single parent, giving him sole rights and responsibility over the boy, including applying for Singapore citizenship for him. The couple, who were at wo... ( read original story ...)