PARIS (Reuters) - Fifteen-year-olds from Singapore topped the ranks of the best- performing students in the OECD's triennial survey on international education, followed by Japan, Estonia, Finland and Canada. The metropolitan areas of Hong Kong, Macau and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore's startup boom to create more jobs in 2017
Firms will be on the lookout for digital marketing, data analytics talents. Next year will be a good one for jobseekers looking for a fresh start as the startup boom in Singapore is seen to create more jobs. According to Hays Singapore managing director ... ( read original story ...)
These Fashion Promotions Are Exclusive To DBS/POSB Cardholders In Singapore
9/10 of your friends are bound to have a DBS/POSB debit or credit card, but 10/10 of them don’t know the hidden privileges that this card holds. For all you shopaholics out there, DBS has been aggressively pushing out food and shopping privileges for ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore teens top global education ranking as US lags
(CNN)When it comes to science, math and reading, Singapore's teens are the best in the world, according to a international education survey published Tuesday. In all three subjects, Singapore students demonstrated knowledge and skills equivalent to almost ... ( read original story ...)
DBS profits could grow by up to 7% through 2018
In the face of worsening asset quality amid the turning credit cycle, Maybank KimEng thinks DBS can retain or even grow profitability from better cost containment. According to the research house, Singapore banks are struggling with sluggish loan demand ... ( read original story ...)
DBS Group Holdings Ltd’s Stock Price Has Climbed By 8% Over The Past Year: What Happened?
But, there are many companies that have delivered a better performance in the same period. One such company is DBS Group Holdings Ltd (SGX:D05), Singapore’s largest bank by assets. At the closing price of S$17.97 yesterday, DBS’s share price is up ... ( read original story ...)
New export work prompts private firms to raise purchasing activity
“Business conditions across Singapore’s private sector improved at a quicker rate in November, as companies reported stronger expansions in both output and new orders. At the same time, further growth in new export work helped to lift overall ... ( read original story ...)
Pisa tests: Singapore top in global education rankings
Singapore has the highest achieving students in international education rankings, with its teenagers coming top in tests in maths, reading and science. The influential Pisa rankings, run by the OECD, are based on tests taken by 540,000 15-year-olds in 72 ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore sovereign fund GIC invests $370 million in Indonesian theatre chain
Singapore's Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew, chairman of the Government of Singapore Investment Corp. (GIC), speaks at GIC's 25th anniversary dinner at a hotel in Singapore in this July 11, 2006 file photo. Reuters Singapore's sovereign wealth fund GIC said ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore rail fares amongst world's cheapest
It's at the bottom four. According to a new blog post by Public Transport Council (PTC) chairman Richard Magnus, Singapore's rail fares are among the lowest in 35 major cities across Asia, Australia, North America and Europe. Based on the study ... ( read original story ...)
Second edition of Dance Singapore Dance ends with a Bang
The runaway success of the first season set the stage for an even bigger canvas for the second season of Dance Singapore Dance. There were many breath-taking moments as the level of performances soared episode after episode. Each contestant left no stone ... ( read original story ...)
Cafe-hopping in Singapore: Eazy Gourmet and HSBC credit card discounts on brunch favourites, comfort food and desserts
Check out this yummy list of exclusive dining offers from over 10 cosy eateries and bakeries in town Want to make a party extra special? Order a customised novelty cake for your loved ones! From cartoon characters to fancy themed creations, this bakery ... ( read original story ...)
5 Ways To Indulge In Great Food In Singapore Without Paying The Full Price
Special mention also goes to CIMB's Visa Signature card and Citibank's Cashback Card. CIMB Visa Signature has the highest reward rate in Singapore on dining with 10% cashback on all dining expenses. It also charges no annual fee, unlike most other rewards ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore – a winning combination?
And they do this in English, one of several languages spoken in Singapore. It turns out there is more than one way to reach the right solution. What is impressive is their commitment to understanding exactly how to do it. "If we just blindly look at the ... ( read original story ...)
The best seats in the sky: Top 10 airline cabins for first, business and economy class revealed
As carriers take business class to new heights ... in the sky - and has been rewarded with the top spot for its first class. It's closely followed by Singapore Airlines, which has a social element that allows guest to dine together in their first class ... ( read original story ...)
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Court rejects claim that mission to turn a pastor’s wife called Ho into a global rap star was designed to spread God's word to the world ( read original story ...)