Cats were allowed in HDB flats until parliament amended the housing law in 1989. (Envato Elements pic) SINGAPORE: Sunny prides herself on being a law-abiding Singaporean citizen, but for the last ...
Tourist “absolutely amazed” by Singapore asks why Singaporeans don’t like their country
In reality, I hear Singaporean complain alot, choose to immigrate to western countries ... Why is that?" the tourist wrote ...
Singapore’s Navy inks modernization deals amid personnel shortage
The country has embarked on numerous joint training exercises and sent troops to various countries to ease the problem, but end strength remains a problem.
Singapore economy grew 1.2% in 2023 -PM Lee
Singapore’s economy avoided a recession and expanded 1.2 percent in 2023, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong said Sunday, warning however that geopolitical risks will weigh on next year’s growth. The affluent city-state’s economic performance is often seen as a barometer of the global environment because of its reliance on international trade.
Singapore wraps up 2023 with highest quarterly economic growth at 2.8%
The city state's economy grew 2.8% year-on-year in the final quarter of 2023, and 1.2% for 2023, in line with expectations from Singapore's trade and industry ministry.
Singapore’s economy surged 2.8% in the fourth quarter, its highest quarterly growth in 2023
The city state's economy grew 2.8% year-on-year in the final quarter of 2023, and 1.2% for 2023, in line with expectations from Singapore's trade and industry ministry.
Singapore’s Q4 GDP speeds up on firmer construction, manufacturing
Singapore's economy grew 2.8% in the fourth quarter year-on-year, preliminary government data showed on Tuesday, faster than some economists expected and helped by improvements in construction and manufacturing.
Singapore Economy Beats Expectations on Construction, Services
Singapore’s economy grew faster than expected in 2023, as year-end gains in manufacturing and construction coupled with relative strength in the services sector helped add momentum to activity.
Saudi Arabia tops sovereign wealth spending league with $31.5bn investment spree
Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth fund spent more than any other last year after splashing out $31.5bn (£24.7bn) on investments ranging from a stake in Heathrow to ownership of a US gaming company. The Kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) has topped an annual ranking of sovereign investment fund spending,
Singapore equestrienne Caroline Chew looks forward to new Olympic campaign with new horse in new year
The 31-year-old is set to compete in Paris 2024, and was also the first Singaporean equestrienne to qualify for the Olympics in 2021. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Best free-flow brunch buffets in Singapore for all budgets
A scrumptious brunch is what many will crave for every weekend. If you too are craving a hearty brunch during the weekend, here are some of the best free-flow brunch buffets in Singapore that you can check out.
Singapore President Tharman calls for cultivating respect in society in New Year message
SINGAPORE (Bernama-Xinhua): Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam on Sunday night called for efforts to build the city-state a place where everyone is respected while delivering his New Year ...
‘Singapore also got Picasso’: Vacant Tanglin Halt HDB block smeared with graffiti
Splashes of black, red and yellow paint 'decorate' a lift in Block 40 Tanglin Halt Road. In a video uploaded by social media account Tiagong on Facebook and Instagram, a red handprint can also be seen ...
Singapore welcomes Indian government signing of peace accord with ULFA, says it will anchor peace in the region and boost foreign investors
Singapore has welcomed India's signing of a peace accord with the United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA) and said it will anchor peace in the region and give a big boost to foreign investors like ...
Hyundai Motor’s IONIQ 5 Sweeps Car of the Year Awards in Singapore
Hyundai Motor Company today announced that IONIQ 5 has won the Straits Times Car of the Year as well as Sgcarmart Car of the Year and Electric SUV of the Year — all for 2023.
I spent 28 hours flying from Canada to Singapore — here are 3 things that made my experience more comfortable
Germaine Arenas took three economy flights to travel from Canada to Singapore.Arenas said she prepared well before the flight to make sure she got ample rest on board.She advises travelers to choose a ...