SINGAPORE - For over half a century, Professor Leo Tan has been a champion of what were thought to be lost causes – and not without good reason, many might say. After all, the efforts of Singapore’s ...
Packed sporting calendar for Singapore athletes in 2023 | Video
Singapore athletes are facing a jam-packed sporting calendar in 2023 with regional, Asian and world championships on the horizon. But some say they are unfazed by the pressure of competing so often, ...
Strain on Singapore’s healthcare system among key indicators of if and when it’s safe to lift remaining Covid-19 rules, say experts
The amount of strain on Singapore’s healthcare sector should be one of the main indicators of whether or not it is safe for the Republic to lift ...
Over 586,000 people have taken a bivalent Covid-19 jab, says Singapore’s Ministry of Health
More than 586,000 individuals have received a bivalent Covid-19 vaccine as at last Monday. This is 200,000 more from the previous update by the Ministry of Health (MOH) on Dec 12. In response to ...
Strain on Singapore’s healthcare system among key indicators of if and when it’s safe to lift remaining Covid-19 rules: Experts
The amount of strain on Singapore’s healthcare sector should be one of the main indicators of whether or not it is safe for the Republic to lift its remaining Covid-19 restrictions, even as China ...
Singapore: Six people charged with murder in 2022; four of the alleged killers were related to victims
Six people were charged with murder in 2022, including two in November, in a year which saw a dip in family violence cases.
Singapore’s New Year celebration: Thousands gather at Marina Bay to welcome 2023
As fireworks exploded at midnight over the Esplanade Bridge in the Marina Bay area, welcoming 2023, Leon Lai rose to his feet with his five-month-old daughter in his arms.
Kite-flyers in Singapore battle tightening spaces, lack of interest to keep their passion aloft
Kite-flying enthusiasts in built-up Singapore are fighting against dwindling spaces and a lack of interest to keep the hobby alive in a country where kites used to litter the sky.
Go fly kite? Not that easy in built-up Singapore, kite-flying enthusiasts say
Kite-flying enthusiasts in built-up Singapore are fighting against dwindling spaces and a lack of interest to keep the hobby alive in a country where kites used to litter the sky.
Singapore’s Lee Warns of Uncertainties in 2023 as Risks Pile
As the world leaves the worst of inflation behind in 2022, Singapore’s Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong warned of more pain in the new year from slowing economic growth.
Singapore Remains Cautious In Boosting China Flight Capacity
Following China's decision to end its zero-COVID policy, Singapore is taking a cautious approach to increasing its flight capacity to China.
Tourists from China not a Covid-19 threat to Singapore’s population: Infectious diseases don
TRAVELLERS from China do not pose much of a Covid-19 threat to Singapore’s highly vaccinated and resilient population, though there might be a surge in mild cases if the country sees a significant ...
Singapore ready to step up border measures if needed: MOH
The Ministry of Health (MOH) stands ready to step up border health measures if necessary, and is closely monitoring the global Covid-19 situation even as China reopens its borders from Jan 8, 2023.As ...
Singapore says possible emergence of new Covid-19 variants in China a concern
The health ministry said it is worried that infected travellers could pose a significant burden to its hospitals.
Singapore to be Cautious in Raising China Travel Capacity
Singapore will take a “cautious approach” in increasing airline seat capacity as travel from China is restored, while holding back from joining others that have imposed tighter travel restrictions on ...
Singapore boost AFF Championship hopes with Vietnam draw but potential Ilhan Fandi injury could prove costly
Singapore valiantly held out for a 0-0 draw against Vietnam in the AFF Championship on Friday but a potential injury to Ilhan Fandi could be costly.