A man who started sexually grooming a teenager when she was 13 years old has been jailed for two years and 10 months. ( read original story ...)
Demand from China spurs surge in Singapore exports
Trade-dependent Singapore's exports swelled by over 12 per cent year-on-year in March driven in part by Chinese demand, the government agency Enterprise Singapore has announced. ( read original story ...)
COVID-19: 1 community case among 23 new cases in Singapore
The Ministry of Health (MOH) confirmed the detection of 23 new cases of COVID-19 infections in Singapore on Sunday (18 April), taking the country's total case count to 60,831. ( read original story ...)
After humbling superstar Phelps, Singapore’s swimming star Schooling seeks another shock at Tokyo Olympics
Singapore's Joseph Schooling famously upset the great Michael Phelps to win Olympic gold but he said "my biggest rival is myself" as he bids to return to form at the Tokyo Games. ( read original story ...)
Seniors stuck in their ways? Two Singapore millennials tell how they change older adults’ habits when health coaching
In their 20s and 30s, Nurul Shafiqah and Valerie Chua have found out while working with seniors that getting them to start eating healthily and exercising regularly is not as straightforward as merely ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore: Arianespace offers a ticket into space to a startup or lab
SINGAPORE: Any takers? Arianespace is launching a contest for satellite projects by space technology startups, labs or universities and the first prize winner will get a free launch of their satellite ... ( read original story ...)
2 bodies found in Singapore River near Clarke Quay
SINGAPORE: Two bodies were found in the Singapore River near Clarke Quay early on Sunday morning (Apr 18). The Singapore Civil Defence Force ... ( read original story ...)
Challenges and opportunities as Singapore targets becoming a sustainable tourism destination
SINGAPORE: While Singapore will face challenges as it tries to become a sustainable tourism destination, industry players and experts are ... ( read original story ...)
Commentary: Work of Singapore climate activists has only just begun
Climate activists can play a bridging role in helping corporates and consumers make the green shift but need help forming powerful alliances, says ... ( read original story ...)
Heavy rain causes flash floods in some parts of Singapore
SINGAPORE: Flash floods have been reported in some parts of Singapore, including Bukit Timah, Jurong and Ulu Pandan, amid heavy rain across the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s growing wild boar population could leave serious environmental impact: Researchers | Video
Amid an increase in wild boar population in parts of Singapore, there have been increasing signs of damage to vegetation in forested areas, including nature reserves. Beyond the potentially deep ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore must have ‘open and constructive conversations’ on race issues: Lawrence Wong | Video
Singapore must have "open and constructive conversations" on racial and religious harmony, said Education Minister Lawrence Wong on Saturday (Apr 17). The Ministry of Education has updated its ... ( read original story ...)
Four community infections among 39 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore
There were 39 new coronavirus cases - including four in the community - confirmed as at Saturday noon, taking Singapore’s total to 60,808. ( read original story ...)
The world’s worst cruise? Sailing from Singapore to Thailand complete with monkey attacks, sexism and even a punch-up
Thailand cruise turns out to be the misadventure of a lifetime for one travel writer, who realised she had made ‘a horrible mistake’ soon after stepping aboard. ( read original story ...)
Malaysian on Singapore’s death row sees hope with new song launch
A Malaysian on death row in Singapore is sending a message of peace and love from behind bars through his lyrics, seeking forgiveness and mercy for himself and others in a similar position. The song ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore announces candidature for election to United Nation’s main drug policymaking body
SINGAPORE: Singapore has announced its intention to run for membership in the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND), said the Ministry ... ( read original story ...)