From early next month, the booster vaccination programme will be extended to those aged 12 to 17 years old, the multi-ministerial taskforce on COVID-19 said on Friday (21 January). ( read original story ...)
Singapore in ‘fog of war’, must ride Omicron wave before next steps: Ong Ye Kung
Singapore's next steps beyond the current Omicron wave cannot be predicted as it is in the "fog of war", said Health Minister Ong Ye Kung on Friday (21 January). Ong ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore will extend Covid booster program to teens aged 12 to 17
Singapore is extending its Covid booster program to teens aged between 12 and 17, authorities said. Previously, only those 18 and over were eligible. ( read original story ...)
Singapore expects surge in COVID cases but gentler rise for deaths, hospitalisations
Singapore expects the number of COVID-19 cases to rise sharply as the Omicron variant spreads throughout the community. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s First SPACs Off to Timid Start in Rough Trading Week
A lackluster market debut for the first two blank-check companies to list in Singapore is raising some questions whether the excitement seen for such vehicles in the U.S. early last year will prevail ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore likely to see ‘significant’ Omicron wave: Gan Kim Yong
SINGAPORE - Singapore is likely to soon see a "significant wave" of Covid-19 cases as the more infectious Omicron variant spreads through the community, which could strain its healthcare capacity.To ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore likely to see ‘significant’ Omicron wave, measures in place to cut risks
About 70 per cent of daily cases are now of the Omicron variant, which has dominated the Delta variant. . Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Singapore warns of scam e-mail telling recipients to buy pass to receive funds from Bill Gates
The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (Iras) on Friday (Jan 21) warned of a scam e-mail where recipients are told to buy an "approval pass" to receive funds from billionaire Bill Gates. ( read original story ...)
From Growing Rare Indoor Plants to Herb Gardens: 7 Tips for Choosing A Plant-friendly Home in Singapore
Growing indoor plants in Singapore has become more popular over the past few years. In this guide, we'll give you the 7 best tips from a plant expert on how to choose a plant friendly-home. ( read original story ...)
HSBC unveils multi-currency digital wallet made for Malaysian SMEs
A first of its kind in Malaysia, the wallet enables SMEs to make and receive international payments in a simple, secure format. ( read original story ...)
Singapore’s second SPAC made its debut on Friday — and a third one is on its way
Pegasus Asia is the first Singapore-listed special purpose acquisition company with international backers such as European asset manager Tikehau Capital. ( read original story ...)
CYCLE & CARRIAGE SINGAPORE HELPS DHL EXPRESS FULFIL SUSTAINABILITY GOALS IN NEW PARTNERSHIP
Cycle & Carriage Singapore today announced a new partnership with DHL Express, aimed at helping the world's leading international express service provider ramp up on its sustainability efforts by ... ( read original story ...)
Comment: OCBC’s internal probe into phishing scam is not enough. Why stop there?
Singapore's public image as a leading financial centre has been damaged. Government action will restore confidence. ( read original story ...)
Singapore banks act to tackle spate of SMS phishing scams
Banks in Singapore are set to remove clickable links in emails and text messages sent to retail customers after a spate of SMS phishing scams. ( read original story ...)
Pegasus Asia, Tikehau Capital-Backed SPAC, Debuts in Singapore
A special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), backed by European asset manager Tikehau Capital and a holding firm of LVMH Chairman Bernard Arnault, started trading in Singapore on Friday, the second ... ( read original story ...)
‘It’s all about a mother’s love’: Singapore drag queen on ad Samsung gave into haters over
Samsung gave in to haters and removed an ad campaign featuring a real-life mother and her drag queen son – but he wants the world to know they’re OK. ( read original story ...)