The international hub has thus far managed to avoid making headlines for long queues, delays, or even baggage mishandling issues. ( read original story ...)
Singapore sign language: A mode of communication that’s uniquely Singaporean leh!
Did you know that you can say these everyday Singlish terms in sign language?Fun fact: There is no universal sign language. In reality, there are more than 300 variations around the world as each sign ... ( read original story ...)
What the Fed’s latest big rate hike mean for Singapore
SINGAPORE: Stock and bond prices plunged and the US dollar rallied as the Federal Reserve (Fed) raised its benchmark rate to the highest level in 14 years to crush surging inflation. ( read original story ...)
Singapore-made COVID test kit can show antibody level within 10 minutes
With a drop of blood, the test kit can quickly evaluate an individual’s antibody level against a specific COVID-19 variant, compared with about 24 to 72 hours required for conventional laboratory ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s GIC To Buy Stake In Sani/Ikos In Deal Valuing Luxury Resort Group At $2.3 Billion
Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC has agreed to buy a stake in Greece’s Sani/Ikos Group (SIG) in a deal that values the operator of luxury resorts in the Mediterranean at €2.3 billion. ( read original story ...)
The Psychic Trauma of Being Queer in Singapore
I was at a watch party last month, waiting excitedly for the expected announcement that Singapore would finally decriminalize consensual sex between gay men. Section 377A of Singapore’s Penal Code, a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore offshore wind farm vessel newcomer names Europe CEO
Recently launched Singapore-based pure-play offshore wind farm vessel owner Cyan Renewables has appointed Lars Christian Zøhner to lead its European business. Zøhner, previously the chief executive ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s rising costs of running a business outpace Hong Kong’s
Firms wanting to exit Hong Kong may find that a move to Singapore hits their bottom line more than expected. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Excitement over Singapore’s new rail option but concerns linger over details, impact
Residents and businesses close to phase two of the Cross Island Line (CRL) are glad to have a new transport option in the future, but have concerns about issues such as the location of the new ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore annual launches
Today sees the launch of Splash’s latest annual report. Published to coincide with Singapore’s de facto second maritime week of the year, the 60-page Splash Singapore Market Report 2022 is a frank ... ( read original story ...)
Formula One Singapore brings US$70,000 tables to nightclubs
Formula One leaders Max Verstappen, Charles LeClerc, and Sergio Perez will have their work cut out for them when they return to the Singapore Grand Prix Oct 2 for the first time since 2019.The bumpy ... ( read original story ...)
Vietnam 4 Singapore 0: Tough struggle for inexperienced Lions line-up
The gulf between Singapore and Vietnam was evident, as the Lions crashed 0-4 to their Southeast Asian rivals in an international football friendly. ( read original story ...)
Singapore shares drop after US Federal Reserve delivers another rate hike
SINGAPORE: Singapore shares opened lower on Thursday (Sep 22), tracking steep losses overnight on Wall Street after the US Federal Reserve raised interest rates and signalled further hikes ahead. ( read original story ...)
What the Fed’s latest big rate hike means for Singapore
Stock and bond prices plungedand the US dollar rallied as the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate to the highest level in 14 years to crush surging inflation. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore-based Jaldhi Overseas turns to China for ultramax bulk carrier quartet
Jaldhi Overseas has turned to China for bulker newbuildings to fuel its expansion and fleet-renewal plans. Shipbuilding sources said the Singapore-based shipping company has struck a deal with Jiangsu ... ( read original story ...)
Those 60 and above in Singapore can enrol with GPs for personalised lifelong care under Healthier SG from second half of 2023
From the second half of next year, Singapore residents aged 60 and above will be able to enrol in a national programme where they get to choose a ... ( read original story ...)