A year after moving back to Singapore, local actress Yvonne Lim has finally revealed her renovated home.The 49-year-old and her husband, Taiwanese former boy band B.A.D member Alex Tien, lived in ...
Singapore inflation outlook for 2026 to be reassessed as energy prices soar from Iran war
Core inflation rose to 1.4 per cent in February – before the war – the highest since December 2024. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Asia faces crisis from Mideast disruption, Singapore foreign minister warns
By Mark Bendeich, Xinghui Kok and Josh Smith SINGAPORE, March 23 (Reuters) - The war against Iran threatens to send Asian economies into crisis, Singapore’s foreign minister said on Monday, a stark ...
Singapore Bonds Ride Out Crude Oil Surge as Other Havens Falter
Singapore’s bonds have beaten all their developed-market peers this year as the war in Iran has bolstered haven demand, and fund managers say they are still one of the safest places to be.
Singapore charges retailer over illegal e-scooter modification
The charges reflect tighter oversight of the e-scooter market, where illegal battery modifications have been linked to fire risks.
Australia turns to Singapore for oil and gas as Middle East war chokes Strait of Hormuz
Australia and Singapore agreed on Monday to cooperate in ensuring smooth supply chains of oil, LNG and diesel as the two import-reliant nations weather a global energy squeeze caused by the Mideast ...
Singapore’s Family-Run Firms Lack Pay Transparency, Study Shows
Singapore-listed companies are replete with executive directors that are either substantial shareholders or related to them, and firms aren’t disclosing enough about how pay is decided.
Singapore core inflation at 1.4% y/y in February, slightly higher than expected
SINGAPORE, March 23 (Reuters) - Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose 1.4% in February from a year earlier, official data showed on Monday. The core inflation rate, which excludes private road ...
Singapore, Australia to accelerate negotiations on trade in essential supplies amid energy supply disruptions
Singapore and Australia will accelerate negotiations for an Arrangement on Trade and Essential Supplies under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on economic resilience.This was inked when the two ...
Singapore PM Wong congratulates Anutin and is now aiming to expand bilateral cooperation
Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has congratulated Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on his re-election, pledging to further strengthen bilateral and regional cooperation.
Buffets, rooftop dining: Where to enjoy Easter brunch in Singapore 2026
Easter in Singapore often means gathering around the table, and Easter brunch has become one of the most popular ways to celebrate the long weekend. From lavish hotel buffets and champagne brunches to ...
Singapore’s last 5 yellow-top taxi drivers near the end of the road
Once a common sight on Singapore’s roads, yellow-top taxis have dwindled to just five, with encounters so rare they can become a social media post.Among the remaining drivers is 73-year-old Mr ...
Standard Chartered, BSI lose bid to join Singapore cases winding up firms with 1MDB-linked assets
Singapore's High Court ruled against a bid by Standard Chartered and BSI Bank to be heard in applications seeking to wind up some foreign entities as part of efforts to recover assets linked to ...
With nasi ulam, President Tharman highlights Singapore’s multiculturalism, togetherness on Hari Raya Puasa
In Singapore, rice is a major part of local diet despite the nation's melting point of racial and religious diversity."We love our rice. Nasi lemak. Chicken rice. Nasi biryani. The list goes on. But ...
Singapore’s hidden locations: Incredible experiences for first-time visitors
Experience the unbelievable side of Singapore by exploring its hidden gems and must-do activities. Canadians visiting this dynamic city-state can uncover secret spots, vibrant neighborhoods, and ...
Singapore’s 2026 Budget: A Good Time for Surpluses
The city-state’s fiscal prudence puts it in a good position to weather the current volatility in the global oil market.