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Lee Hsien Yang Seeks Political Asylum in the UK: A Deepening Rift in Singapore’s First FamilyLee Hsien Yang Seeks Political Asylum in the UK: A Deepening Rift in Singapore’s First Family

Lee Hsien Yang Seeks Political Asylum in the UK: A Deepening Rift in Singapore’s First Family

Younger brother of Singapore's present Prime Minister Lee Hsien Yang made headlines on Tuesday, October 22 with public declaration that…

October 22, 2024
Singapore Scrambles Fighter Jets Following Bomb Threat on Air India Express FlightSingapore Scrambles Fighter Jets Following Bomb Threat on Air India Express Flight

Singapore Scrambles Fighter Jets Following Bomb Threat on Air India Express Flight

Reacting to a bomb threat aimed at an Air India Express flight approaching the city-state, Singapore sent two F-15SG fighter…

October 17, 2024
Young Man Arrested for Involvement in Singapore’s Largest E-Cigarette SeizureYoung Man Arrested for Involvement in Singapore’s Largest E-Cigarette Seizure

Young Man Arrested for Involvement in Singapore’s Largest E-Cigarette Seizure

After taking a part-time job that would eventually lead to his imprisonment, a 20-year-old guy getting ready for his National…

October 8, 2024
Singapore’s Population Growth Driven by Non-Residents, Reaching 6.04 Million in 2024Singapore’s Population Growth Driven by Non-Residents, Reaching 6.04 Million in 2024

Singapore’s Population Growth Driven by Non-Residents, Reaching 6.04 Million in 2024

Singapore's general population grew noticeably 2% in the year before June 2024, hence increasing the city-state's total population to 6.04…

October 1, 2024
Singapore Faces Extended Railway Disruption Following Train DerailmentSingapore Faces Extended Railway Disruption Following Train Derailment

Singapore Faces Extended Railway Disruption Following Train Derailment

Currently suffering one of the most significant train disruptions in recent history, Singapore is left with hundreds of thousands of…

September 26, 2024
Shein Announces Layoffs at Singapore Headquarters Amid Business RestructuringShein Announces Layoffs at Singapore Headquarters Amid Business Restructuring

Shein Announces Layoffs at Singapore Headquarters Amid Business Restructuring

Shein, the Chinese-founded fast-fashion powerhouse known for its moderately priced, modern clothing, has confirmed the layoff of more than two…

September 26, 2024
Former Singapore Transport Minister Convicted in Rare Corruption CaseFormer Singapore Transport Minister Convicted in Rare Corruption Case

Former Singapore Transport Minister Convicted in Rare Corruption Case

In a rare instance of corruption involving a high-ranking government official in the city-state, Singapore's former transport minister, Subramaniam Iswaran,…

September 24, 2024
Singapore Embraces Flexible Work Arrangements Inspired by ScandinaviaSingapore Embraces Flexible Work Arrangements Inspired by Scandinavia

Singapore Embraces Flexible Work Arrangements Inspired by Scandinavia

The choice of Singapore to apply flexible work schedules (FWA) represents a major change in its work culture to fit…

September 19, 2024
Think Twice Before Chewing Gum in Singapore—It Could Cost You Big TimeThink Twice Before Chewing Gum in Singapore—It Could Cost You Big Time

Think Twice Before Chewing Gum in Singapore—It Could Cost You Big Time

Many people worldwide follow a basic daily gum chewing practice. From simple keeping busy to reducing hunger to refreshing breath,…

August 23, 2024
Singapore Airlines Incident Leads to Temporary Runway Closure at Narita AirportSingapore Airlines Incident Leads to Temporary Runway Closure at Narita Airport

Singapore Airlines Incident Leads to Temporary Runway Closure at Narita Airport

Monday am saw a runway at Narita International Airport temporarily blocked following the discovery of smoke coming from a Singapore…

August 12, 2024