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 ...)

Singapore always surprises

Yes, it's a tourist trap. Yes, I had to queue up in a long, steamy line to reach the bar. And yes, I paid $50 for a couple of drinks. But I'm a traditionalist. And skipping a Singapore Sling here would be akin to snubbing scotch in Scotland, Cognac in ... ( read original story ...

Singapore bond market faces $22 billion refinancing bill

Singapore dollar bonds worth S$22 billion ($15.5 billion) are callable or due to mature next year, exposing issuers and investors to refinancing risks as borrowing costs rise in the US. The US Federal Reserve last Wednesday raised policy rates by 25bp and ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore: 70 suspected radicals deported in past 2 years

SINGAPORE - The city-state has deported the majority of the 70-odd foreigners it has invesigated for suspected radicalism in the past two years, although none planned to carry out attacks in the city-state, the ministry of home affairs said on Monday ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore the model for Japan's casino gamble

SINGAPORE: Despite being one of the world's top casino gambling destinations, Singapore is still just a shadow of Macau or Las Vegas, with just two casinos tucked away in sprawling resort facilities that beckon visitors with other delights besides betting. ( read original story ...)

Instagram fixes Singapore viral 'bug'

... Anna Lee described it as the "Singapore boost". "Having a large number of likes on your Instagram posts feels good and being featured on the Explore page is a great way to find new followers," Ms Lee told BBC News. She added that she was "puzzled" as ... ( read original story ...)

Singapore rises to world's 16th costliest city for expats

Singapore is the 16th most expensive city in the world for expatriates - a rise of two places from a year ago. This move up has brought Singapore closer to Hong Kong, which fell two places to 11th. "Singapore's cost of living hasn't risen much in Singapore ... ( read original story ...)

Malaysia, Singapore Sign Pact to Build High-Speed Railway

Malaysia and Singapore signed an agreement Tuesday to build a high-speed ... The rail line will "transform the way we interact, socialize and do businesses," Lee said at a news conference. "It is a complex project and we are making long-term commitments ... ( read original story ...)