Lee Hsien Yang, the youngest son of the founder of modern Singapore Lee Kuan Yew and estranged brother of former premier Lee Hsien Loong, said on Tuesday he is now a political refugee from Singapore ...
Singapore says ‘no basis’ to allegations of criminal prosecution against Lee Hsien Yang, in response to his asylum status
SINGAPORE: Mr Lee Hsien Yang said on Tuesday (Oct 22) he has applied for political asylum in the UK. In a statement on Facebook, he said he had sought asylum protection in 2022. "I sought asylum ...
Singapore gives conditional nod to import solar power from Australia via 4,200km of subsea cables
SINGAPORE: Singapore has granted conditional approval to Sun Cable’s US$24 billion (S$31.5 billion) import of 1.75 gigawatt of solar power from Australia’s Northern Territory, which will begin after 2035,
Singapore doubling down on plans to decarbonise power sector, enhance grid infrastructure
Singapore is doubling down on plans to decarbonise its power sector and enhance grid infrastructure to be more responsive to changes in supply and demand. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong announced these at the Singapore International Energy Week.
Singapore is not too expensive, as I can find items under $1
Many tourists complain about the high cost of living and expensive prices in Singapore, but I found stores offering souvenir products starting at just S$1 (US$0.76) in the city-state.
Asian Nation Plans $1.2B Airport To Try and Become ‘Second Singapore’
The first phase of Cambodia's new airport is being constructed around 12.5 miles from its capital, Phnom Penh, and will be able accommodate between 13 to 15 million passengers and
The Singapore Restaurant That Houses Anthony Bourdain’s Prized Possessions
Anthony Bourdain left a massive void in the culinary world when he passed away. Fans will definitely want to check out this collection in Singapore.
Colonial Botanical Thriller ‘Isle of Ease,’ Backed By Singapore’s IMDA, Launches at Mipcom (EXCLUSIVE)
Singapore's Peddling Pictures, the company behind docu-series 'Riot Island,' is presenting its new six-part fiction series 'Isle of Ease' at Mipcom.
Nigeria rejects Shell asset sale; no impact to operations from Singapore oil leak
Nigeria has declined to approve the sale of Shell's (NYSE:SHEL) onshore and shallow-water oil and gas in the Niger Delta region to a consortium of local companies, the country's upstream regulator ...
Singapore in talks with Sembcorp to expand battery storage
The Singapore government and Sembcorp Industries are in talks to expand a battery energy storage system on Jurong island, Gan Kim Yong, deputy prime minister, said during an energy industry event on ...
Singapore agencies working with Shell to clean up 30 to 40 metric tonnes of ‘slop’ that leaked into sea
SINGAPORE: Singapore agencies said on Monday (Oct 21) they are working closely with British petrochemical company Shell to clean up a mixture of oil and water that leaked ...
Singapore Emerges As A Leading Global Hub For Cryptocurrency Companies
Singapore is one of the world's largest financial centres, making it attractive to cryptocurrency companies. Access to central banks, investment funds, and payment systems simplifies crypto firms' financial operations.
Founder of Singapore’s renowned food stall Fatty Cheong dies at 57
Chan Tuck Cheong, founder of Singapore’s famous pork roast stall Fatty Cheong, has died at the age of 57 due to pancreatic cancer.
Billionaire Kwek Leng Beng’s CDL Sells 84% Of Singapore Housing Project Amid Resilient Demand
Billionaire Kwek Leng Beng's City Developments sold 84% of a residential project in northern Singapore, adding to signs of resilient demand in the city-state.
Commentary: Is the financing framework for Singapore healthcare nuanced, or just way too complicated?
Can the average Singaporean ever hope to understand the many ins and outs of healthcare financing? Or are we resigned to blind trust in the system? Former journalist Bertha Henson weighs in.
Insect decline may affect migratory birds, including those that stop in Singapore
Migratory birds are particularly vulnerable to such contractions in food supply, said an expert. Read more at straitstimes.com.