The Workers' Party stands with Singapore, said its chief and leader of the opposition Pritam Singh on Sunday (June 21).. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
OCBC Bank targets to hit $25 billion of sustainable financing by 2025
OCBC has set a new goal of $25 billion for its sustainable finance portfolio by 2025 after surpassing its initial $10 billion target in the first quarter - two years ahead of schedule.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Amazon launches Seller University in Singapore to help local retailers digitize
Launched at Amazon''s first Singapore Seller Summit, the Seller University is the latest initiative announced by Amazon to help local small and medium retailers unlock growth opportunities through ... ( read original story ...)
Seven more UOB branches in shopping malls and retail areas to reopen on Monday
SINGAPORE (THE BUSINESS TIMES) - United Overseas Bank (UOB) will reopen seven additional branches in shopping malls and retail areas on Monday (June 22) after Singapore commenced the second phase of ... ( read original story ...)
In land-scarce Singapore, US$45 million buys a bungalow – but the rare artefacts cost extra
For those flush with cash to last a lifetime, the staggering prices aren’t a deterrence. In the first five months of this year, even amid a virus lockdown and recession, five bungalows were sold. ( read original story ...)
Singapore Plans More Than $14 Billion to Super-Charge Innovation
Covid world with massive investment in innovation, over and above the immediate support it’s giving to help the economy rebound from possibly its worst downturn on record. The government will set ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore must master global trends, speed up transformation for stronger economy post-COVID-19: DPM Heng
Singapore must master major trends reshaping the global economy and speed up the structural transformation of its own economy to emerge ... ( read original story ...)
Friends and lovers reunite as Singapore lifts coronavirus lockdown
Friends and lovers reunited in Singapore on Friday as the city-state lifted strict curbs on socialising, shopping and dining out after more than two months of coronavirus lockdown. Jerry, 22, and his ... ( read original story ...)
Banker Tracey Woon to join SPH as independent director
Mainboard-listed Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) has named banker Tracey Woon, 63, an independent director in a bourse filing yesterday.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
DBS creating eco-friendly urban farm for employees
DBS Bank plans to transform a patch of its outdoor space at one of its buildings into a community farm, and give its employees a chance to try urban farming, it said this week.. Read more at ... ( read original story ...)
Singapore Bungalow on Sale for $45 Million. Rare Artifacts Extra
Perched on platforms near the swimming pool at the sprawling residence, two 15-ton stone lions cut imposing figures. The main house’s exterior walls are fitted with display panels showcasing centuries ... ( read original story ...)
The Latest: WHO says Beijing virus likely a European import
The emergencies chief of the World Health Organization has confirmed that China shared coronavirus sequences from its latest outbreak with the global community and says it appears the virus was ... ( read original story ...)
Ipos names Rena Lee as new chief executive
SINGAPORE - The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (Ipos) has named Mrs Rena Lee as its new chief executive.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Rena Lee to succeed Daren Tang as chief executive of Singapore’s IP office
Mrs Rena Lee will succeed Mr Daren Tang as the chief executive of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) from Aug 1, said ... ( read original story ...)
Beleaguered businesses rejoice as Singapore moves into phase two of reopening
Shops and eateries in Singapore are gearing up to welcome street customers again after lockdown rules were relaxed as businesses reeled from more than two months of restrictions. ( read original story ...)
Two months’ jail for ex-bank loan officer who cheated elderly lorry driver of $3,000
Not knowing howto read or write in English, a lorry driver turned to a DBS loan officer for help with taking a loan from the bank.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)