SINGAPORE - A gold medal changes things. For Terry Hee, it happens on Tuesday (Aug 16) at a petrol station in Singapore. He is about to pay when someone recognises him, stops him and asks for a ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore hits almost 40% of target to plant one million more trees by 2030
Almost 400,000 trees have been planted in Singapore under an initiative that aims to plant one million more trees islandwide by 2030. ( read original story ...)
As the sun goes down on the taxi industry in Singapore, some adapt while others risk being left behind
Having been a taxi driver for 28 years, 63-year-old Anthony Oh was accustomed to the “traditional” means of picking up passengers — either by waiting ... ( read original story ...)
Litter by litter, he’s been cleaning up Singapore’s beaches every Wednesday for 2 years
AsiaOne has launched EarthOne, a new section dedicated to environmental issues — because we love the planet and we believe science. Find articles like this there.Life is full of surprises – you might ... ( read original story ...)
Their Majesties to make state visit to Singapore
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa‘adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, and Her Majesty ... ( read original story ...)
India, Singapore review bilateral relations in 16th round of FOCs
India and Singapore on Friday, while holding the 16th round of Foreign Office Consultations, reiterated their commitment to strengthening multi-faceted relationships and deepening the strategic ... ( read original story ...)
‘I only had $140 in my pocket’: This man overcomes odds after 8 years in prison, now competing in Mr World Singapore
Eight years in prison is a very long time, so Mohammad Hairul is determined to make the best out of his life when he became a free man in 2019. The 38-year-old, who currently works at a local gym as ... ( read original story ...)
India-Singapore holds 16th round of Foreign Office Consultations; emphasis on multi-faceted relations
The delegations discussed enhancing cooperation in a number of areas, including, trade and investment, startups and innovation, fintech, smart cities, infrastructure, skill development and connectivit ... ( read original story ...)
Four people arrested for alleged involvement in phishing scams targeting bank customers
Four people have been arrested for their suspected involvement in phishing scams that targeted bank customers. ( read original story ...)
Monkeypox cases in Singapore can recover at home except those with pets, other rules
From next Monday (22 August), monkeypox cases in Singapore will be able to recover at home, if they are assessed to be clinically stable by a doctor and their place of residence is suitable for home ... ( read original story ...)
4 people arrested for alleged involvement in phishing scams targeting bank customers
SINGAPORE - Four people have been arrested for suspected involvement in phishing scams that targeted bank customers. The police said on Saturday (Aug 20) they received several reports of these scams ... ( read original story ...)
More Chinese enter Singapore property market, eyeing ‘politically stable’ and ‘well regulated’ environment for investments
Wealthy Chinese buyers are looking to park their cash in luxury properties, and their Singapore purchases have risen despite mostly virtual tours during the pandemic Singapore's reputation as a ... ( read original story ...)
Sotheby’s to Debut Art Auction in Singapore, a Growing Global Art Hub
A nod to the growing importance of Singapore as a global art hub, Sotheby’s will host its first auction in the city-state later this month, featuring 50 modern and contemporary pieces by Asian masters ... ( read original story ...)
In Singapore: Main breadwinner won’t let cancer stop her
When Ms Anna Ng opened a new economy rice stall at Nanyang Girls' High School on Aug 11, it had been less than two months since she underwent surgery to remove her uterus, ovaries, 11 lymph nodes and ... ( read original story ...)
A walk down memory lane at Scentopia Scent Bar Pop-Up with the revival of perfumes of Singapore.
Revisit Perfumes of Singapore at Scentopia Scent Bar pop-up launching in Plaza Singapura, Level 1 The Alley from September 2022 onwards. Gift your loved ones and create a memorable experience with the ... ( read original story ...)
COMMENT: Section 377A has no place in secular Singapore
Read on to find out out why Section 377A is an archaic law that has no place in a progressive society like Singapore. ( read original story ...)