Singapore

In preparation for their widespread implementation, the government said Monday that self-driving public buses will begin operating routes throughout Singapore starting in mid 2026. In a Facebook post, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced that it had opened bids for the city-state’s autonomous public bus pilot program. The post reads, “This RFP (Request for Proposal) will help us assess the …

Singapore has implemented strict measures to reduce the screen time of children in schools and preschools. The regulations came as part of a broader multi-ministry health initiative launched on Tuesday. Effective February 1, the new rules will be enforced in preschools, banning screen use for children under 18 months. The schools will be limiting screen use to teaching and learning …

Singapore has become the hub of the start-ups in the last few years due to the business-friendly environment for the aspiring entrepreneurs. Similarly, it gave an opportunity for the renowned Singaporean actor, TV personality and entrepreneur Ben Yao to open a Chinese Restaurant named “Tan Xiang Yuan” in November 2022 along with four partners. His restaurant is located at Dickson …

Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC which has supported healthcare investment platform Asia Healthcare Holdings (AHH) alongside investment fund manager TPG Growth said Wednesday it would invest an additional $150 million in the Bengaluru based company. This comes after GIC invested $170 million in AHH for the first time in February 2022. In 2016, TPG Growth incubated AHH for the first …

It is time to experience an enchanting cruise holiday on a grand scale. Featuring 3- and 4-night journeys, the Disney Cruise Line offers magical days at sea as the ship sets sail from Singapore. Expect fun and relaxation, great dining experiences and exceptional hospitality. Disney Cruise Line is coming to Singapore in 2025 to ensure its guests enjoy a magical …

DNA testing has emerged as a cornerstone in the modern era of crime-solving, offering irrefutable evidence and transforming investigations worldwide. In Singapore, this advanced forensic tool has played a critical role in solving cases that were once considered unsolvable. From identifying murderers years after their crimes to solving bomb threats with microscopic traces, DNA testing has reshaped the nation’s approach …

Friday’s fourth execution for Singapore in less than a month was of 35-year-old Masoud Rahimi Mehrzad for narcotics trafficking. Found guilty in 2013, dual national Singaporean-Iranian Rahimi carried more than 31 grams (1.1 ounces) of diamorphine, sometimes known as heroin. Notwithstanding international protests and multiple petitions from Iran to stop the death sentence, the Singaporean government went ahead with imposing …

Particularly in areas related to the forthcoming Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), Johor is poised to become the first state in Malaysia to provide “premium” wage packages for competent workers in a novel approach to retain and recruit smart individuals. With starting salaries maybe reaching RM5,000 (US$1,146), the state’s progressive salary strategy seeks to offer competitive compensation, particularly in sectors …

Officially beginning his trip to the Republic of Singapore, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan marks the official beginning of diplomatic ties and growing UAE-Singapore collaboration. This visit is especially significant since both countries wish to pursue fresh routes of collaboration in various spheres, from trade and investment to technology and cultural contact. …

Changi Airport in Singapore, well-known globally for its innovation and efficiency, has totally adopted a passport-free clearing system across all four terminals since September 30, 2023. This biometric-based method marks a sea change in Singapore’s attempts to raise the world-class airport operations. Emphasizing the program’s overall performance, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) found that, as of October 15, roughly …