SINGAPORE — Major economies around the world will be buffeted by the double whammy of slowing growth and "multi-decade" high inflation in the coming months, muddying the economic outlook for Singapore ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s mortgage costs are rising — but some buyers are shrugging off higher rates
Rising rates are unlikely to have a major impact on Singapore's property market because of wealthy buyers, strong rental demand and more. ( read original story ...)
‘British people shouldn’t live in Singapore’: Tiktoker describes screaming during encounter with night jogger
A TikToker shared her experience as a U.K. woman in Singapore, explaining an encounter with a night jogger she mistook for a mugger through fits of laughter. TikTok user @ilibabyyyy, a 22-year-old ... ( read original story ...)
Can Singapore achieve its e-sports hub ambitions?
Singapore is currently hosting one of the biggest video gaming tournaments in the world in The International, a Dota 2 championship event. ( read original story ...)
Asia Minute: Otters make a controversial comeback in Singapore
A famous urban center in Southeast Asia has become the scene of an unusual wildlife story. It centers on the return of a species that's still officially listed as endangered, but is also making a ... ( read original story ...)
Kelis Laughed Off Strangers Playing With Her Hair in Singapore, ‘Oh I Like to Be Touched’
Kelis had a lot more energy for Beyonce than she did for the two strangers in Singapore she let play around in her hair twists. ( read original story ...)
‘It really is a huge sacrifice’: Moving from Singapore to France for love
After several discussions, Kerianne decided that moving to France made the most sense as her career and skill sets were more transferable. ( read original story ...)
Singapore proposes crypto rules to bolster consumer protection
Singapore’s regulators have ramped up warnings to retail investors over the “hazards” of speculating in cryptocurrencies and outlined proposals to keep consumers safe, after a series of high-profile ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore may soon require retail investors to take test before trading crypto, prohibit credit cards
Singapore's central bank has proposed that retail investors take a test and not use credit card payments for trading cryptocurrencies. ( read original story ...)
Singapore c.bank proposes measures on crypto trading, stablecoin
Singapore's central bank has put forward proposals for new regulatory measures on cryptocurrency trading and stablecoins, in a bid to reduce the risk of consumer harm from the volatility of the ... ( read original story ...)
This won’t be the last energy crisis, Singapore’s trade minister warns
The global energy sector is facing a crisis not only in terms of fossil fuels, but renewable as well, Singapore's trade minister said. ( read original story ...)
Over 80% of Singapore SMEs rate ESG as a high priority in their business: DBS survey
Climate change leading to a depletion in natural resources was an issue most Singapore SMEs surveyed were looking to solve. ( read original story ...)
Flush with cash, Singapore Airlines to spend $2.7 bln redeeming convertible bond
Singapore Airlines Ltd (SIA) said on Tuesday its strong cash position would allow it to spend S$3.86 billion ($2.71 billion) to redeem convertible bonds issued in 2020 that helped it weather the halt ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore adaptation of Old Enough! to return with third season, spotlighting young ‘COVID-19 generation’
In Singapore, the family-friendly franchise has been adapted by Mediacorp for On The Red Dot, a current affairs show investigating issues close to home. ( read original story ...)
Will Rishi Sunak’s rise in UK prompt soul-searching in Chinese-majority Singapore?
Singapore's three prime ministers are all of Chinese descent, but observers note Sunak's rise should not be 'romanticised' as he was chosen by a small circle of Tory MPs Analyst questions whether ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore targets net zero by 2050, eyes hydrogen power
Singapore announced Tuesday it aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, giving a firm date for the first time, and will look at using hydrogen as a major power source. ( read original story ...)