After a surge in crow attacks and 15,000 complaints in 2025, Singapore will resume controlled shooting operations in March, raising questions about safety, wildlife balance and public reaction.
Singapore named Asia’s most expensive country to live in 2026
Singapore is the most expensive country in Asia to live in 2026, with monthly family costs at $5,425, according to Numbeo’s latest Cost of Living Index.
Singapore’s richest 1% holds 14% of total wealth, ‘broadly comparable’ with other advanced economies
The top 5 per cent hold about 33 per cent of the country’s household wealth, says Senior Minister of State for Finance Jeffrey Siow.
Top 1% of Singapore households hold 14% of total household wealth; top 5% holds 33%: Jeffrey Siow
These are broadly comparable to advanced economies with similar wealth Gini coefficients Read more at The Business Times.
Singapore to ease measures against Nipah virus from Feb 23; no cases reported to date
Singapore will ease public health measures against the Nipah virus from Feb 23, with no cases reported in the country to date. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
An enormous 24-hour spa complex is opening in Jurong East – the largest of its kind in Singapore
Soak and unwind in 100,000 sq ft of hot springs, saunas, massages, yoga, meditation and cinema rooms ...
Slump in Singapore Airlines’ profit masks strong operating performance
Singapore Airlines' third quarter profit fell 69%, it said on Tuesday, distorted by a one-off gain a year earlier and due to losses at associate Air India, although strong passenger demand boosted ...
Budget 2026 debate: Trust, inclusivity and worker support top MPs’ concerns over Singapore’s new AI strategy
MPs on both sides of the House supported the Budget's focus on artificial intelligence, but warned of potential hurdles in embarking on this new national strategy.
Singapore reports fifth infant measles case, first preschool infection in 2026
Singapore reported a confirmed measles case involving an 11-month-old female infant on Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases involving infants below ...
Singapore confirms measles case in 11-month-old girl; first involving child in preschool since stepped-up measures
This is the fifth measles case involving an infant below 12 months of age in 2026, the Communicable Diseases Agency said.
Universal Studios Singapore tickets are going at $55 for one night only on March 14
If you’ve ever hesitated to visit Universal Studios Singapore (USS) because saving up for a ticket felt like a mini side hustle, here’s your chance to stop putting it off. On March 14 2026, the park ...
Singapore may lose slight competitive edge under new 15% US tariffs, but analysts say it remains resilient
“Given that the tariffs are applied broadly, Singapore loses a slight competitive edge as the playing field is now levelled at 15 per cent,” said Ms Raisah Rasid, global market strategist at JPMorgan ...
This new enormous 24-hour spa complex is opening in Jurong East – the largest of its kind in Singapore
It’s gonna be 100,000 sq ft of hot springs, saunas, massages, yoga, meditation, cinema rooms and more ...
Singapore a ‘small oasis of peace’ that is precious in an uncertain world: Shanmugam
Singapore's present peace, at a time of significant uncertainties and tensions around the world, makes it a "small oasis of peace" that is precious, said Coordinating Minister for National Security K ...
Singapore businesses flag return of uncertainty from US tariff moves
This comes as the Republic faces an increase in its US tariff rate, from 10 per cent to 15 per cent. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Rain becomes a renewable power source in Singapore’s latest clean energy breakthrough
Rain falls every day in many parts of the world. Most people see it as simple weather. However, researchers in Singapore now see it as a powerful source of clean energy. They have developed ...