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Singapore’s affluent veneer hides repression and corruption, says son of its modern-day founder
Former Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew's youngest son, who fled to Britain to seek asylum from what he describes as a campaign of persecution, says the city-state has become much more ...
Singapore shopping malls explore newer concepts to attract more patrons
SINGAPORE: Creating new looks based on viral Korean hair colour analysis, nail services catering to Muslim customers, and shops dedicated to selling Chinese tidbits. These are the types of newer ...
Seniors with swallowing difficulties try special dim sum in pilot project in Singapore
SINGAPORE – Most days, Madam Elizabeth Low, 85, is given pureed food or a milk supplement for her meals at the nursing home she stays in. But on Oct 23, she had yum cha for the first time since she ...
Singapore bolsters fintech hub with Global Finance Technology Network
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has established the Global Finance and Technology Network (GFTN) as part of its ongoing effort to position Singapore as a global hub for fintech innovation.
Singapore raises power imports, prepares for commercial hydrogen
Until alternative energy sources like hydrogen become commercially viable, 90% of Singapore’s energy mix will still come from natural gas.
Dubai’s Lamborghinis vs Singapore’s billionaires: This CEO’s viral thread reveals which city is right for you
An X user compared Singapore's relaxed lifestyle and strong healthcare with Dubai's luxury and business opportunities.
Three Chinese nationals in Singapore caught smuggling duty-unpaid cigarettes in soft toys
SINGAPORE: Three Chinese nationals - aged between 21 and 28 - were caught smuggling duty-unpaid cigarettes inside soft toys.
Singapore’s job market thrives – Will 2025 see soaring wages or economic headwinds?
As Singapore gears up for 2025, the combination of a resilient job market and favourable economic indicators signals a promising future for both employers and employees alike. Likewise, as businesses ...
Singapore’s industrial production defies predictions with almost 10% growth
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s industrial production sustained a 9.8% year-on-year increase in September, defying predictions of a 7.2% decline, according to a report from UOB. The continued growth reflects a ...
Singapore corals showing signs of recovery amid global coral bleaching event
SINGAPORE - Amid warnings of the largest recorded global bleaching event, Singapore’s corals are showing signs of recovery as sea surface temperatures began to fall, with about 20 per cent to 30 per ...
Punjab-origin man in Singapore jailed for criminal breach of trust on corporate card
Raul Randhawa, 44, was a risk and controls officer with an insurance firm with a monthly salary of more than SGD 11,000 ( ₹7 lakh approximately).
Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports grow 2.7% in September
September's non-oil domestic exports grew by 2.7 per cent on-year. This was below expectations as market analysts had forecast double-digit growth. It is also a significant drop from the 10.7 per cent ...
Gemini Gains Preliminary Approval for Crypto Services in Singapore
Gemini, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, has taken a significant step forward in expanding its global footprint by securing preliminary approval from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to ...
Singapore’s Wilmar third-quarter profit slumps 36% on weak China, sugar segment
Singapore-listed Wilmar International reported a 35.7% fall in third-quarter core net profit on Wednesday, weighed down by weaker China and sugar division operations.
Singapore’s ex central banker Ravi Menon aims to spearhead global fintech growth with new non-profit
Singapore's longest serving central banker, Ravi Menon, will head a new non-profit to drive fintech innovation and growth globally, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) said on Wednesday.