Singapore will do away with requirements to wear masks indoors starting Aug. 29, as the country sees its COVID-19 situation stabilise further, the health minister said on Wednesday. For the first time ... ( read original story ...)
From Monday, masks not needed in Singapore except on public transport and in hospitals, clinics
SINGAPORE - Monday (Aug 29), as Singapore takes a significant step towards living with Covid-19. Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Wednesday said masks will only be mandatory in two settings, the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore says non-fully vaccinated travelers don’t need quarantine from Monday
Singapore is set to allow non-fully vaccinated travelers to skip quarantine on arrival starting Monday, authorities announced Wednesday. Visitors who are not fully vaccinated will still be required to ... ( read original story ...)
Masks optional in most indoor settings from Aug 29: 7 things to know about Singapore’s updated Covid rules
SINGAPORE - Mask-wearing indoors will no longer be a legal requirement except in healthcare facilities and public transport, and other settings that are likely crowded, enclosed and used by vulnerable ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Draws Line Under Noble Group Saga With Fine, Warnings
Noble Group Ltd., the beleaguered commodity trader that underwent a massive restructuring after losing billions, has been fined by Singapore authorities after investigations ended. ( read original story ...)
Coronavirus: Singapore to lift indoor mask mandate in most public spaces, scrap quarantine for non-vaccinated travellers
Indoor mask wearing will be optional in Singapore from Monday, except in healthcare settings and on public transport The quarantine requirement for non-vaccinated travellers will also be dropped, as ... ( read original story ...)
CoachHub unveils Singapore office, looks to double headcount over the next year
Following the launch of its APAC headquarters in Singapore earlier this year, the group has unveiled a new office space in the nation and begun adding new hires to its 50-person strong team across the ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore sees more US-listed Chinese firms coming to its shores: SGX CEO
SGX's effort to woo Chinese firms comes as they face greater regulatory and delisting risks in the US. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Unbanned Gay Sex — But Not Gay Movies
We will continue to take reference from prevailing norms. LGBT media content will continue to warrant higher age ratings.” ... ( read original story ...)
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah to make two-day state visit to Singapore
Brunei Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah will make a two-day state visit to Singapore from Wednesday to Thursday (24 to 25 August), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement on Tuesday. It will be ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore To Keep LGBTQ Content Restrictions Although Gay Sex Ban Has Been Repealed
Singapore’s government has confirmed that it will continue to restrict LGBTQ film and media content to older audiences, despite overturning a decades-old law that banned gay sex. Singapore Prime ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Issues S$2.4 Billion of Sovereign Green Bonds With a 3.04% Coupon: Should Investors Buy?
The bonds are the first in a series of green bond issuances by the government. The post Singapore Issues S$2.4 Billion of Sovereign Green Bonds With a 3.04% Coupon: Should Investors Buy? appeared ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore: A Safe Haven For Straitened Times?
Singapore stocks are treated as a safe haven amidst the uncertain global outlook. Read more. ( read original story ...)
Tightening risks loom as Singapore July core inflation hits 13-year high
Singapore's key consumer price gauge in July rose again at its fastest pace in more than 13 years, official data showed on Tuesday, mounting pressure on the central bank to consider another policy ... ( read original story ...)
Tightening risks loom as Singapore posts headline inflation of 7%
Singapore's key consumer price gauge rose in July at its fastest pace in more than 13 years, mainly driven by higher inflation for food, electricity and gas. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s Half-Hearted Concession to LGBT Rights May Make Real Change More Difficult
The city-state will decriminalize sex between men but step up constitutional protection for heterosexual marriage ... ( read original story ...)