(RTTNews.com) - The Singapore stock market has closed higher in two straight sessions, advancing more than 25 points or 0.7 percent along the way. The Straits Times Index now rests just above the 3,335-point plateau and it may add to its winnings on Thursday. ( read original story ...)
Free delivery with Amazon Prime Now app for orders $40 and up in Singapore
A quiet buzz has been building up on Apple App Store and Google Play store in Singapore. Amazon has just flipped the switch on its Amazon Prime Now app and made it available in Singapore. Amazon Prime Now, is a fast delivery service that promises ultra ... ( read original story ...)
McDonald’s have really p*ssed people off with this new burger in Singapore
McDonald’s have have been hitting the news recently, and not in a good way ... This time, one of their Indonesian regional menu items has been causing a bit of a stir in Singapore. The fast food chain launched the Nasi Lemak burger as part of their ... ( read original story ...)
McMurdo Satellite Search and Rescue Technology Selected by Singapore
SOPHIA-ANTIPOLIS, France, July 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Orolia, through its McMurdo brand, the most trusted name in emergency readiness and response, announced today that the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and the Maritime and Port Authority ... ( read original story ...)
A peek inside Amazon’s huge warehouse in Singapore, and more on Prime Now’s launch
Amazon officially unveiled its Prime Now service in Singapore today, following months of rumors. Its mobile app has been available for download in the country since yesterday. The launch took place at Amazon’s new 100,000-square-foot fulfillment center ... ( read original story ...)
DBS launches PayLah taxi QR code payment in Singapore
Those commuting via taxi in Singapore now have the option to pay using their smartphone's QR reader, through an initiative launched by DBS in partnership with ComfortDelGro Taxi. Users of DBS PayLah -- the bank's mobile wallet-- can now make instant QR ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon enters Singapore with 2-hour Prime Now delivery
SINGAPORE: Amazon.com Inc is kicking off in Singapore with its most aggressive service yet, offering the Prime Now two-hour delivery service on everything from chilled Tiger beer to Samsung mobile phones. Customers in Singapore can shop using the Prime Now ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon’s new Prime Now warehouse in Singapore is absolutely massive
Singapore's mobile-savvy population of 5.5 million presents a pretty decent opportunity for Amazon. But there's far more that lies ahead in the 600 million in its neighbouring countries. The growing middle class is estimated to reach 400 million in 2020 ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon (finally!) arrives in Singapore, launches free trial of Prime Now delivery services
Amazon’s entry into Singapore is the beginning of the e-commerce behemoth’s plans to enter the potentially lucrative Southeast Asian market, with its 650 million consumers and highly mobile populations. The region is reported to be worth US$88 billion ... ( read original story ...)
Man fined for illegally importing balut eggs
Both agencies also reminded travellers against bringing meat products into Singapore without a proper licence. The public can refer to AVA's website or download its SG TravelKaki mobile app for more information on travellers' allowances for meat products. ( read original story ...)
Changi Airport to Host Open House for Biometric Terminal
Administrators at Singapore’s Changi Airport are getting ready to showcase ... combine security with convenience to enhance operations. Mobile ID World is here to bring you the latest in mobile authentication solutions and application providers. ( read original story ...)
Amazon takes on Alibaba in Southeast Asia
Amazon launches its express delivery service in Singapore, marking the e-commerce giant's push ... Press CTRL+C (Windows), CMD+C (Mac), or long-press the URL below on your mobile device to copy the code ( read original story ...)
These Asian banks are set to gain on a property boom
"Given the significant weight of [the housing loans] segment, the Singapore banks will benefit from a stronger Singapore mortgage system loans growth," Teong told CNBC, adding that he expected local banks to gain market share against international and non ... ( read original story ...)
FairPrice stores to house more than 400 Tesco products
SINGAPORE: More than 400 Tesco products will be made available across almost 60 NTUC FairPrice stores islandwide and online, the supermarket chain announced on Wednesday (Jul 26). Among the "wide range of quality international food products" are Fair ... ( read original story ...)
Unemployed PMETs to get wage support under new NTUC scheme
SINGAPORE: Professionals, managers, executives and technicians (PMETs) returning to work after a career break will receive wage support under a new scheme launched by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) on Thursday (Jul 27). Named the Returner Work ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon Enters Singapore With Most Aggressive Service Yet
Amazon.com Inc. is kicking off in Singapore with its most aggressive service yet, offering the Prime Now two-hour delivery service on everything from chilled Tiger beer to Samsung mobile phones. Customers in Singapore can shop using the Prime Now app and ... ( read original story ...)