Singapore · GovTech retrenches 38 employees in second wave of layoffs https://bit.ly/4jFG5pL · Firms here should ‘act now’ to fix critical PHP vulnerabilities: Singapore’s cybersecurity chief https://bit.ly/4BDl8lV · tabla! launches Leadership Exchange Series with dialogue focusing on S’pore-Indi…
Singapore · S'pore rises to 14th spot in global rule of law ranking; 2nd for absence of corruption https://bit.ly/4z3QbFG · Why is it difficult to identify companies linked to fires? How can S’pore’s haze law be strengthened? https://bit.ly/4dLfcgk · App to help diners with visual impairment at hawker centre…
Singapore · N95 masks available at all FairPrice outlets, pharmacies; other retailers to restock by end of week https://bit.ly/4k7bm4Q · Singapore, Sweden to boost cooperation in clean energy transition, public policy https://bit.ly/4hXotEx · Tackling workplace ageism is critical in super-aged Singapore, says expert htt…
Singapore · Singapore and Sweden to expand cooperation in emerging tech, sustainable energy https://bit.ly/4icrq2T · Singapore, Qatar to explore further cooperation in energy security, supply chain resilience https://bit.ly/3U5DIlp · 500 new allotment gardening plots in Singapore open for application from Oct 20 https:/…
Singapore · Personal mobility aid catches fire at Yishun HDB block, no injuries reported https://bit.ly/480bDzg · Malaysia’s Firefly cancels Seletar-Subang flights for 10th day due to haze https://bit.ly/3TNX7HH · Beware of scammers impersonating investment personalities, financial gurus: Police https://bit.ly/3Wc…
SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) has been named “World’s Best Derivatives Exchange” at the Euromoney Markets Awards, a recognition of its leadership in establishing a derivatives marketplace of global relevance. As market structures become more fragmented and regulation increasingly shapes how and where capital can move, SGX Group has strengthened its role as an open, internationally accessible venue for price discovery and risk m…
Singapore · What to know about paying for elderly parents’ expenses https://bit.ly/3TKrXB0 · SIA passenger traffic up 2.8% in September; cargo demand jumps on AI, chip shipments https://bit.ly/4e0bzDp · Two S’pore-listed palm oil firms named in Greenpeace report on Indonesian plantation fires https://bit.ly/…
Singapore · Is Singapore’s wealth gap the new social divide? https://bit.ly/4dGhnl7 · Teen conspired with ‘John Wick’ to launder money for Malaysian syndicate https://bit.ly/4dCephw · Anthropic to work with Singapore to evaluate AI models for safety and security https://bit.ly/3VARLjB · &nb…
Singapore · Singaporeans advised to defer travel to Saudi Arabia due to heightened security risks: MFA https://bit.ly/4ewYMbx · Aesthetic doctor injected woman with excessive dermal fillers, causing long-term side effects https://bit.ly/4yHXa6Z · Singapore firm NEU Battery Materials secures US$7.6m to scale up lithium r…
Singapore · Tech leaders, govt officials urged to be candid about cybersecurity issues, identify common ground https://bit.ly/47gZFBb · Govts must incentivise private sector to hire fresh grads amid declining entry-level roles: Tharman https://bit.ly/4yMQfJV · Man uses shell companies to rent landed homes, later default…
Singapore · 30 people evacuated, 1 person taken to hospital after fire breaks out in Bukit Batok coffee shop https://bit.ly/4s20Az5 · URA flags ‘persistent trend’ of suspected cases of unauthorised works in residential units https://bit.ly/4s20Az5 · Society formed to help public better understand nuclear ene…
Singapore · PM Wong to make official visit to Brunei from Oct 9 to 10 https://bit.ly/3TPaqHD · 1 in 3 middle-aged women in S’pore had anxiety symptoms; more distressed less likely to seek help: Survey https://bit.ly/3ToVjEU · Woman caught by Sheng Siong’s facial recognition tech after shoplifting 12 times ge…
Singapore · The Straits Times to publish special weekly edition in October in support of ReadSG https://bit.ly/4hL9xYN · Rope in online sellers to help curb problem of unsafe mobility devices, say MPs in Parliament https://bit.ly/4hOBA9y · S’pore aims to deepen integration, widen external ties as ASEAN chair in 20…
Singapore · Resale flat transactions with ‘greater complexity’ should be handled by private lawyers: HDB https://bit.ly/4736IgI · Can the ‘develop or conserve’ debate in Singapore be more constructive? https://bit.ly/3W9fCqy · ‘Not the time to go soft’: Shanmugam signals new laws to e…
Emirates Holidays has launched the Thailand Pass, offering exclusive benefits across shopping, dining and leisure activities for customers travelling to and throughout Thailand. Available to Emirates Holidays customers* traveling to Thailand, the pass unlocks exclusive offers of up to 40% off, with no minimum spend. Emirates Holidays customers can redeem their offers by simply presenting their vouchers and a copy of their passport at the receptio…
Singapore · Traveller carrying undeclared $51k into Singapore among 67 caught during checks at checkpoints https://bit.ly/3UcVvY1 · OldTown White Coffee to close last Singapore outlet in Kallang Wave Mall https://bit.ly/3UazVDs · Singapore to join international agreement on neutrality of the Panama Canal https://bit.ly/…
Singapore · CDL’s Lucerne Grand launch moves 61% of 570 units at average $2,480 psf https://bit.ly/4y5NAtB · Not SGX’s fault if stocks have no liquidity, says chairman: Markets this week https://bit.ly/4y4WUhc · When the law puts a stop to workplace bullying https://bit.ly/4zc75kW · &…
SGX Group (Singapore Exchange) and the Vietnam Exchange (VNX) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their collaboration and jointly explore the establishment of a Depository Receipt (DR) linkage, taking a significant step towards deeper capital markets ties between Singapore and Vietnam. The signing was witnessed by Bui Hoang Hai, Vice Chairperson of the State Securities Commission of Vietnam; and Lim Tuang Lee, Assi…
New 10,000-square-metre distribution centre supports high-value and time-sensitive supply chains, nconnecting Greater Bangkok with Laem Chabang Port and manufacturing centres in Thailand’s Eastern nEconomic Corridor DP World today announced the opening of a new contract logistics distribution centre in Bang Na, expanding its logistics capacity in Thailand and strengthening its ability to support customers across key manufacturing and consum…
Singapore · Singapore judge approves extradition of man accused of leading global insider trading ring https://bit.ly/4z0Cvea · Director of car leasing firm jailed over $11m shortfall in duty, GST and registration fees https://bit.ly/4z3eJ12 · Good business publications must provide trust, judgment and perspective: Jeff…
Singapore · Temasek intends to open Riyadh, Abu Dhabi offices in 2027 as it deepens Middle East push https://bit.ly/4iXiK2i · MAS seeks feedback on corporate governance regulations for banks, insurers https://bit.ly/4rFJwyA · Singapore can be a diversified source of supply for countries seeking alternatives: Grace Fu ht…
Singapore · East Coast Road, Serangoon North View private housing sites launched for sale https://bit.ly/47pyqnR · Over 2,000 requests, mainly from small retailers, for one-month extension to clear non-BCRS stock: NEA https://bit.ly/47pyqnR · New dining options for all SIA passengers; next-gen seats and in-flight e…
Singapore · Worker dies after falling from height at BTO construction site at Tanjong Rhu Road https://bit.ly/4iSpPRO · RSAF moves operations to new runway in Changi Air Base East https://bit.ly/3T67Eh6 · Lecturers get an inside look into how news for youth is made at ST News Literacy Champions event https://bit.ly/47rL…
Singapore · Personal information of over 23,500 Simba customers leaked in data breach https://bit.ly/3TbGWUh · Ex-employee sues GlobalFoundries for at least $528k, alleging wrongful dismissal https://bit.ly/3TwOpNA · Bids begin closing for jewellery seized from Fujian gang; Hermes bracelet attracts $360k offer https://b…
Winning entries span a broad range of insightful stories across companies, markets and investment themes SGX Group unveiled the winners of the SGX Orb Awards 2026 at its annual Media Appreciation Night today, celebrating some of the best in financial journalism and content. This year’s entries explored a broad range of themes ranging from company strategy and investment opportunities to market developments and the forces shaping financial m…
Subject to government approvals the flights to Delhi will be operated thrice weekly, while those to Mumbai will operate four times a week. Philippine Airlines (PAL) will resume Manila - Delhi flights and launch its first ever service to Mumbai in December, the airline announced on Friday. Subject to government approvals the flights to Delhi will be operated thrice weekly, while those to Mumbai will operate four times a week.....
Singapore · 80,000 to get vital AI skills training under finance sector’s workforce transformation initiatives https://bit.ly/4yTRlTs · Companies in S’pore with over 200 employees must have certified HR professional from July 2028 https://bit.ly/47mjoza · Singapore’s semiconductor talent pipeline now s…
Singapore · Air Canada to axe S’pore’s only non-stop flight to Canada in January 2027 https://bit.ly/4yU1m3b · Free AI training and ChatGPT subscriptions for Grab platform workers, merchants to build business ideas https://bit.ly/4yU1m3b · ST Logistics trains workers for new roles as it ramps up warehouse au…
Singapore · Singapore joins EU and other nations in call for control and international oversight of frontier AI https://bit.ly/4rqmviP · Shell charged over 2 incidents involving ‘oily mixture’ discharged into S’pore waters in 2024 https://bit.ly/4xD55kE · Mixing caffeinated drinks to stay alert? CASE w…
Singapore · Seized luxury goods fetch over $1.1m, days after no bids for money laundering-linked properties https://bit.ly/4yJGKKN · New Tuas sorting facility collects 27.5 million bottles and cans for recycling in under 2 months https://bit.ly/46BjiU9 · 41 rare Chinese artefacts to make Singapore debut on Dec 7 in four…
Singapore · Delivery riders welcome guidelines for dedicated condo parking spots and collection lockers https://bit.ly/3VGfaji · Residents can get traditional wet market experience at new 24-hour FairPrice supermart in Pasir Ris https://bit.ly/4iEOjhm · Boxing, yoga, cafe trail: Joo Chiat merchants band together to debu…
- SIA wins Skytrax’s top airline award for the sixth time - Scoot named Best Long Haul Low-Cost Airline for the sixth consecutive year - The awards recognise the SIA Group’s commitment to service excellence, product innovation, and network connectivity - Skytrax winners based on survey of more than 24.8 million travellers who rated over 300 carriers Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been named the World’s Best Airline in the 2026 Sky…
Singapore · Lim Tean’s bailor, Leong Sze Hian, to forfeit entire $45,000 bail following lawyer’s abscondment https://bit.ly/4xq7lLX · Dyson’s $699 toothbrush sees strong demand in Singapore, as users worldwide report device issues https://bit.ly/4rh2afK · Firms should be more transparent about AI&rsquo…
Singapore · NTUC members can get free entry to Sentosa every month https://bit.ly/4dFp5Md · Can S’pore grow the next Apple or Nvidia? https://bit.ly/4AlKqUU · Databricks to invest over $445m in Singapore, double workforce to more than 500 over next three years https://bit.ly/4cOM0Ez · …
Singapore · $3b money laundering case: A look inside the luxury condos with panoramic views up for auction soon https://bit.ly/3SLVzxp · Fugitive handed jail sentence over investment scams that saw victims lose more than $1m https://bit.ly/4j6ztQE · Parliament is not the risk committee for individual firms: Foo Cexiang …
Vietnam and India agreed to make better use of complementary strengths, ease market access difficulties and facilitate business activities toward achieving the 25 billion USD bilateral trade target. Politburo Member and Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Hoai Trung and Indian Minister of External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar co-chaired the 19th session of the Vietnam - India Joint Commission Meeting on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological…
Singapore · Decision to consider building homes on greenery, heritage sites not made lightly: Indranee https://bit.ly/4yzmNX9 · SUTD students and staff get access to GPT, Claude, Gemini and other AI models https://bit.ly/46mJIck · At least $71,000 lost in job scams linked to Pokemon and other trading cards over 3 weeks …
Gulf Development (Gulf) and Singtel Group today announced a strategic partnership to develop new submarine cable connectivity between Thailand and Singapore, reinforcing the two countries' positions as leading digital economies in Southeast Asia. The partnership brings together Gulf's infrastructure development expertise and growing digital business portfolio with Singtel's leadership in submarine cable infrastructure and services. Both companies…
Singapore · Regulatory hurdles, subsea cable blueprint must be ironed out for ASEAN Power Grid: Jeffrey Siow https://bit.ly/4iW3Vgm · Mary Chia beauty firm appears in court over unpaid CPF contributions https://bit.ly/4imdF3p · Singapore's Aster plans to raise naphtha cracker utilisation, executive says https://bit.ly/4…
Strategic partners DP World and Asian Terminals Inc. (ATI) have commissioned six state-of-the-art hybrid Rubber-Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes at Manila South Harbour (MSH), strengthening the terminal’s capacity and supporting safer, more efficient and lower-emission operations. Manufactured by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. (ZPMC), the new-generation RTGs use hybrid technology to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. They are equip…
Singapore · Redistributing surplus food from hawkers among MP suggestions to reduce waste https://bit.ly/4r04qrX · Singapore’s food resilience not about guaranteeing every food product remains available: Grace Fu https://bit.ly/4rbZCzF · Grab launches car marketplace with new and pre-owned vehicles for sale https:…
Singapore · Lower en bloc thresholds address costs of maintaining old properties, facilitate renewal: Edwin Tong https://bit.ly/3V22QcV · Bruno Mars’ Singapore concert: Be on guard against scams when ticket sales start on Sept 11 https://bit.ly/3UXWw6f · Timeline, reclamation profile of western island reclamation …
Singapore · Jefferies-linked fund seeks Singapore injunction against Radiant World https://bit.ly/4xcsKby · DBS, Citi bypass traditional banking hours with weekend tokenised deposit payment https://bit.ly/4cAsPOO · Graduates can stay confident that S’pore is still creating jobs amid tighter job market: Ong Ye Kung…
Singapore · Pig’s blood is back on the menu. But is Singapore hungry for it? https://bit.ly/4hd9k1h · Did Chinese delivery giant Meituan fly a rider to Singapore for curry puffs? https://bit.ly/4gGH1YU · New Home Team driving circuit to be built on 16ha site to replace facility in Admiralty https://bit.ly/4gU6Svt …
Singapore · Eight of Singapore’s 20 F-35 jets will be based at Tengah, the rest in the US: Report https://bit.ly/3UTKta2 · Vivian Balakrishnan officiates opening of Singapore’s new consulate in JB; meets Malaysia’s King https://bit.ly/4dhPCyZ · Robots with ability to stop fights at prisons to be deploy…
Singapore · Jail for traveller over drunken ruckus at Changi Airport that triggered anti-hijack button https://bit.ly/4x2Fv8o · If S’pore decides on nuclear power, major grid changes may not be required https://bit.ly/46BlkUc · MPs to push for food resilience in Parliament as prices rise due to climate, geopolitic…
Singapore · Singapore renews training programmes for Pacific island officials https://bit.ly/4yj5MAy · Frasers Property acquires Cuppage Terrace in Orchard Road area for $175 million https://bit.ly/4wZQlMk · Keppel DC REIT spends $1.5 billion on two freehold data centres in Japan https://bit.ly/4xd8BSM · &nb…
Singapore · Chinatown pottery studio MIT Artspace shutters abruptly; customers left without art pieces https://bit.ly/4xAjFKw · Singapore-based research network appointed WHO collaborating centre for clinical trials https://bit.ly/4iy7ER6 · UltraGreen.ai share-price plunge poses early test for SGX’s push for a wid…
