Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong expressed concern about increased trade friction as the world braces for Donald Trump’s return to the US presidency after threatening massive new tariffs on ...
A Messy Problem in Orderly Singapore: Keeping Track of Cats
The reversal of a 35-year ban on cats in public housing won’t be a quick fix for cat-related problems. It’s not even clear how many cats live in the city-state.
Best credit card promotions in Singapore (November 2024): Citibank, DBS, HSBC, UOB, and more
Banks offering credit cards in Singapore are competing so hard for new customers that ... cash rebate $180 spend on fuel per month for 2 consecutive months 31 Dec 2024 POSB Everyday Card $150 cashback ...
1 tonne of illegally imported produce from Malaysia seized at Woodlands Checkpoint
SINGAPORE - About one tonne of illegally imported produce, including fruits and vegetables like tomatoes, spring onions, lemons and cauliflower from Malaysia got seized at Woodlands Checkpoint earlier ...
Private hospitals in Singapore will share patient health records on national platform from 2025
SINGAPORE: All nine private hospitals in Singapore will soon share health records of their patients on a national platform to ensure better continuity of care across healthcare providers, the Ministry of Health announced on Saturday (Nov 9). The National ...
Singapore’s DBS eyes Malaysian bank stakes in expansion push, sources say
SINGAPORE’S biggest lender DBS is exploring expanding into Malaysia with potential acquisitions of stakes in banks in its Southeast Asian neighbour, including in one of Malaysia’s smallest banks by assets,
It’s magic! Meet the Singapore healthcare professionals with a bag of tricks to treat patients
Healthcare facilities are also using hypnosis, animals and nature to treat and boost the well-being of patients. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Exclusive-Singapore’s DBS Eyes Malaysian Bank Stakes in Expansion Push, Sources Say
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Singapore's biggest lender DBS Group Holdings Ltd is exploring expanding into Malaysia with potential acquisitions of stakes in banks in its Southeast Asian neighbour, including ...
Sky-high demolitions: What is behind Singapore’s many skyscraper tear-downs
Some of the tallest buildings in the world that have ever been demolished are in Singapore; here's why. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Young and troubled: More teens in Singapore getting hooked on digital devices and seeking help
The battle with technology for children’s attention will grow, say counsellors and social workers. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Let’s get real about the manpower needs of Singapore’s manufacturing sector
Younger Singaporeans shun manufacturing jobs. Automation has its limits. What about a reset on foreign manpower policies? Read more at straitstimes.com.
Niva Bupa Health Insurance IPO Subscribed 1.17 Times So Far On Day Two, Check GMP
The initial public offering of Niva Bupa Health Insurance Co. has been subscribed 1.17 times, as of 5:00 p.m. on the second day of bidding. The issue was subscribed 0.65 times on the first day on ...
Tycoon Ong Beng Seng’s HPL Buys Concorde Hotel Singapore In Deal Valued At $620 Million
Hotel Properties is buying the Concorde Hotel in Singapore’s main shopping strip for $620 million as the developer controlled by tycoon Ong Beng Seng and wife Christina steps up investments in the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore, France monetary authorities test quantum-proof security
The Singapore Monetary Authority (MAS) and Banque de France (BDF) have completed an experiment with post-quantum computing (PQC) to address the “looming threat” quantum computing poses to payment ...
I’ve flown on Singapore’s world’s longest flight in business class. It was nice, but the new seats will be a game changer.
Singapore Airlines is known for luxury. Its investment in a new business class has one game-changing feature that flyers love.
DBS Bank buys entire 75th floor in The Center, extending foray into Hong Kong property market
DBS Group Holdings, Singapore’s biggest lender, is taking advantage of a property slump to expand its business in Hong Kong by picking more office space in what used to be the world’s most expensive ...