SINGAPORE, Dec 30 — A manufacturing worker who bit off her colleague’s fingertip during a dispute in Singapore was sentenced to eight months and two weeks’ jail yesterday.
Cambodian tycoon Chen Zhi linked to scams: Authorities to seize more assets in Singapore
Singapore authorities are set to seize additional assets linked to Cambodian businessman Chen Zhi and his firm, Prince Group, amid ongoing investigations into alleged criminal conduct. Read more at ...
Blackstone’s AirTrunk explores $1B Singapore REIT IPO
AirTrunk, the Australian data center operator acquired by Blackstone last year, is looking into an IPO on the Singapore market.
53% of Singapore workers will switch jobs if unhappy with pay raise or bonus: Survey
With many companies currently conducting performance review exercises, salary increments and bonuses are on the minds of employees.In fact, a survey found that more than half (53 per cent) of workers ...
End of an era for the male gaze: Hooters to shut its only Singapore outlet after 30 years
For 30 years, it was impossible to miss — or misunderstand. With its blaze-orange façade and uniformed female waitstaff in tight shorts and logo tank ...
From shopping to sipping: Luxury brand cafes in Singapore every tourist should visit
Across Singapore, cafes are no longer just places to refuel, but stops worth building an itinerary around. In recent years, Singapore has seen an increase in fashion and luxury brand cafes. Most ...
A first ride at last: Johor–Singapore RTS Link hits key milestone with inaugural train test from depot to border
The Johor–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link reached a major milestone on December 26 when its first train successfully completed a dynamic test ...
Oman Air Returns To Singapore After Nine Years
The 4X-weekly route connecting Muscat International Airport and Singapore Changi Airport will operate from July 2, 2026, using Boeing 737-8 aircraft. The carrier last served the destinations until May ...
Singapore’s construction boom strains large prefab component storage, putting project timelines at risk
To ease the strain, Jurong Port is stepping in with shared, pay-per-use options at its upcoming integrated construction and prefabrication hub.
Singapore to open coroner’s inquiry into death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg on Jan 14
SINGAPORE: A coroner's inquiry into the death of popular Indian singer-songwriter Zubeen Garg will open in Singapore on Jan 14, 2026, according to court records. The hearing will be held at the State ...
PM Wong to deliver Singapore’s Budget 2026 statement on Feb 12
MOF, Reach and PA will engage the public for their views and suggestions until Jan 12 Read more at The Business Times.
From capybara to basketball: Chinese actor-singer Dylan Wang promotes Singapore in STB video series
Chinese actor-singer Dylan Wang has filmed a three-part limited video series in Singapore, in collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).
Malaysian arrested at Singapore’s Woodlands with cannabis, ‘Ice’ exceeding death penalty limits
A 39-year-old Malaysian man has been arrested at Singapore’s northern border after authorities found more than 3kg of cannabis and 1.7kg of Ice ...
Caning for scam offences to take effect in Singapore from Dec 30
Offenders convicted of scams or scam-related offences in Singapore may face caning starting tomorrow, under the Criminal Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) ...
Chinese actor Dylan Wang appears in videos promoting Singapore tourism
SINGAPORE – Chinese actor Dylan Wang visited Singapore recently and filmed a three-part limited video series here, in collaboration with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB). The 27-year-old attended the ...
Singapore in 2025: election fever, courtroom drama, pickleball mania
Local politics, tariff concerns, a horrific child abuse case and noise disputes dominate the headlines this year.