But the burst of rainfall should not mask the real and deep water security issues facing Singapore, with one of its four taps - water from Johor's Linggiu dam, which channels water to treatment plants in the Johor River operated by both the state and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Motorshow 2017 – Over 16 new launches, VR experiences and more
The Singapore Motorshow 2017 packs a punch for car enthusiasts with more than 200 vehicles on display, new models and VR experiences. For the first time at Singapore Motorshow 2017, car enthusiasts will be transported to a whole new dimension of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore police investigate event HK activist addressed
SINGAPORE Singapore police are investigating a conference that Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong addressed via Skype without a permit, police and one of the event's organizers said on Friday. Singapore issued new public speaking rules in October to ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Zoo's Inuka turns 26
SINGAPORE: A five-day celebration kicked off on Thursday (Dec 22) at the Singapore Zoo for locally born polar bear Inuka, which turns 26 this year. The polar bear had a birthday cake made of ice with salmon and minced beef, topped with a small helping of ... ( read original story ...)
Aberdeen Singapore Fund Inc (SGF) Announces $0.02 Quarterly Dividend
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Singapore dollar hits weakest in more than seven years
The Singapore dollar tumbled to its weakest since 2009, during the global financial crisis, and it may have further to go. The U.S. dollar was fetching as much as 1.4506 Singapore dollars on Tuesday afternoon local time, according to Reuters data, climbing ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore convicts banker in 1MDB case
A Singapore banker has been convicted for his role in moving money that had originated from Malaysian state investment fund 1MDB. Yeo Jiawei was working for Swiss bank BSI at the time of the offences. The bank has since had its operations in Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore dollar hits weakest in more than 7 years
The Singapore dollar tumbled to its weakest since 2009, during the global financial crisis, and it may have further to go. The US dollar was fetching as much as 1.4506 Singapore dollars on Tuesday afternoon local time, according to Reuters data ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore shocked by 'vicious attack' on Berlin Christmas market: MFA
SINGAPORE: Singapore is "shocked" by a possible terror attack ... The ministry advised Singaporeans in Germany to monitor the local news closely and heed the instructions of local authorities, as well as to register with MFA if they have not done so. ( read original story ...)
Singapore tightens security against terror attacks
Police and security officers will also be deployed at year-end festivities such as the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, which will see two major roads in the Civic District - St Andrew's Road and Connaught Drive - close for the celebration. Entertainment ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore condemns 'senseless act of violence' in Berlin: PM Lee
SINGAPORE: Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong on Tuesday (Dec 20) condemned an attack on one of Berlin's most-visited Christmas markets as a "senseless act of violence". "I am shocked by the vicious attack last night at a Christmas market in one of ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines to begin flying A350 to Houston
... service to Singapore Changi Airport. Click below for the top news from around the Houston area and beyond. Sign up for our newsletters to be the first to learn about breaking news and more. Go to 'Sign In' and 'Manage Profile' at the top of the page. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Airlines : Ethiopian to Begin Singapore Direct Flight
According to him, the flights to Singapore would also greatly contribute to the strengthening of trade, investment, and tourism ties between a booming Africa and a highly developed, innovative, and business-friendly destination. Ethiopian is a global ... ( read original story ...)
Is Singapore starting to become costly for expats?
It is now the 16th most expansive location in the world. If the latest ECA International Cost of Living survey is anything to go by, then it seems like expats are finding Singapore becoming more expensive compared to before. According to the global ranking ... ( read original story ...)
Encourage Singapore optical shops to capture online market
Some online retailers of contact lenses also disguise themselves as Singapore sites. Perhaps the Optometrists and Opticians Board should encourage and help optical stores in Singapore to tap the new trend. Singapore stores could even blossom online and ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore's Skepticism Of Health Insurance
Imagine checking into the emergency department for a broken arm knowing ahead of time how much it will cost. Imagine getting a CT scan or getting admitted to the hospital and knowing ahead of time how much that will cost too. Or, say you need to get your ... ( read original story ...)