Five-star hotels in Singapore have seen room demand this festive season go up by 8% to 25%, compared to last year. Occupancy rates have shot to over 90% for New Year's Eve. Hotels said this is down to ...
Grab, Gojek to hike fees in Singapore by up to 37 cents
Ride-hailing operators Grab, Gojek, TADA and CDG Zig in Singapore will hike their platform fees by up to 50 Singapore cents (37 U.S. cents) starting Jan. 1, 2025.
Thai Tech Crime Police Uncover New Singapore-Based Scam Network
Thai authorities have uncovered a sophisticated new phone scam network operating through Singapore, marking a significant shift in criminal tactics from the traditional Cambodia-based operations.
Singapore surpasses Hong Kong as digital assets leader in 2024 with 13 crypto licenses issued
Singapore stepped up its efforts to become a leader in digital assets in 2024, while Hong Kong struggled to keep pace in the race to attract crypto businesses. According to a Bloomberg report, ...
Tsutomu Ogura wants Singapore to continue enjoying their ASEAN Championship run
Into the semifinals for only the second time since they were last champions in 2012, it is perhaps safe to say that Singapore have already achieved a pass mark at the ongoing ASEAN Championship. The ...
Singapore radio DJs Glenn Ong and Jean Danker split after eight years of marriage
SINGAPORE: Local radio deejays Glenn Ong and Jean Danker announced in an Instagram post on Dec 24 that they have decided to part ways after eight years of marriage.
What MinLaw didn’t POFMA: Revealing insights Into Singapore’s luxury property market
While Bloomberg and other media outlets were POFMAed for their report on GCB transactions, what MinLaw didn’t POFMA reveals intriguing insights: nearly half of GCB deals lacked caveats in 2024, buyers ... ( read original story ...)
Two new ride-hailing platforms set to launch in Singapore in 2025
Two ride-hailing platforms, namely Geolah and Trans-cab Services, will begin operations in Singapore next year.
Singapore cops nab two teens over bicycle prank blocking off three-lane road in Queenstown
SINGAPORE, Dec 25 — Two teenagers have reportedly been arrested over a prank which affected at least two cars in Queenstown here. Singapore’s CNA reported that the police yesterday confirmed two boys ...
Outbound travel from Singapore sees 25% increase this year compared to 2023
Travel agencies are seeing more outbound travel from Singapore this year, with up to 25 per cent more travellers compared to 2023. They credit it to the strong Singapore dollar, with many looking for ...
Malaysians turn to jobs in Singapore to save for retirement
Many Malaysians have been seeking better job opportunities in Singapore in recent years in hopes of bolstering their retirement savings.
Singapore warns of action over fake Chinese party job offers on social media
Foreigners visiting, studying, working or living in Singapore should not carry out their political agendas or activities here. We will deal firmly with any individual or group found to be doing so,” ...
Singapore pulls ahead of Hong Kong in race to be crypto and digital asset hub
Singapore forged ahead with efforts to formulate a digital-assets hub in 2024, while rival financial center Hong Kong has struggled to gain traction.
10 events that made the headlines in Singapore
From the DBS leadership renewal to the Straits Times Index surging to a 17-year high, these are some events this year that captured headlines. Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore Post downplays concerns over operational integrity after sacking of top executives
Company says it remains ‘confident of our legal position’ after two of three executives claimed their termination was unfair and ‘without merits’.
10 Best Christmas Log Cake Promotions in Singapore (2024)—Starting From $25, Up to 30% Off
Citibank cardmembers Carlton Hotel Singapore From $68 15% off for DBS/POSB, OCBC, Trust Bank, Citibank, UOB cardholders St. Regis From $79 20% off for AMEX; 15% off for Citibank and UOB cardholders ...