Scientists at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), have developed a coin-sized chip device that can directly isolate blood ...
Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia for 2 years running, PH 5th
Singapore has been named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness Report 2024. Finland topped the charts, with Denmark and Iceland ...
Singapore jails man for threatening PM Lee Hsien Loong on Facebook
Kong Chee Kian said someone should assassinate Lee following the shooting of former Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe.
Passport-free travel in Singapore is here — but only for certain travelers
From Tuesday, people traveling via car between Singapore and Malaysia can show self-generated QR codes rather than handing over their passports at two checkpoints. Authorities estimate the new ...
He biked from Spain to Singapore. The kindness of strangers kept him going.
As he rode into the Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore, Austin-based cyclist Andrew Mortensen felt sad to end his journey, but also “hopeful for our world.” ...
Former minister Iswaran returns to Singapore, surrenders passport: AGC
SINGAPORE: Former Transport Minister S Iswaran has returned to Singapore and surrendered his passport to the authorities, a spokesperson for the Attorney-General’s Chambers (AGC) said on Wednesday ...
Singapore’s foreign minister visits Israeli leaders, says actions in Gaza have ‘gone too far’
Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan has told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that his military response in Gaza has "gone too far". He said Singapore must continue ...
Clearing immigration in under 1 minute: Using QR code initiative as a first-time driver between Singapore and JB
Travellers departing and arriving in Singapore by car can use a QR code to clear immigration at both Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints from Mar 19. CNA gave the new initiative a test drive.
Singapore pulls ahead in Southeast Asia’s race to win back Chinese tourists
The number of Chinese tourists visiting the city state has very nearly returned to pre-pandemic levels, outpacing the recovery in both Thailand and Indonesia – and way ahead of Europe and the US.
American expat shares why he chose to relocate to Singapore and ‘it’s not because of the salary’
Though he could be earning much more if he had taken up a job in New York, one American chose to settle down in Singapore instead. It's already been six years since he moved to our little red dot but ...
Singapore jails Chinese national for Taylor Swift concert chicanery
Using a VIP lanyard, Wu Zhihong tried to trick security officers into believing that a 20-year-old who paid him US$417 had a valid concert ticket for one of Swift’s Singapore tour dates.
Former Transport Minister S Iswaran returns to Singapore, surrenders passport amid ongoing corruption case
Former Minister S Iswaran, currently facing over 20 charges including corruption, has returned to Singapore and surrendered his passport. Read more.
Singapore Scores Early Win in Race for Chinese Tourist Dollars
While most of the world is still awaiting the return of deep-pocketed Chinese tourists, tiny Singapore is a global exception.
Singapore is adding luxury upgrades to its premium economy cabin as it strives to maintain its world-best title
Premium passengers on Singapore Airlines can browse through over 200 new food and drink options and drift off in comfort with an amenity kit.
Singapore Opposition Leader Pritam Singh Criminally Charged for Telling ‘Untruths’
Pritam Singh, the head of the opposition Workers’ Party, pleaded not guilty. Prosecutors are pushing for a fine if he’s convicted.
Singapore opposition leader charged for lying to parliament
Singapore's opposition leader Pritam Singh has been charged with lying under oath over a case involving a former lawmaker in his party. He is accused of lying under oath before a parliamentary ...