Singapore

Several Singaporeans are already troubled by the rising cost of living amid high inflation. Public transport fare increases, therefore, are bound to cause unhappiness. From December 23, public bus and train rides have started to cost more, by up to 11 cents more per journey. Financial pressures are mounting for both the public and public transport operators – facing lower …

The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) has deployed four F-15SG fighter jets to Guam for a two-month training detachment with the US Navy, the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) said on Tuesday (Dec 21). The deployment, which began on Dec 6, is part of the RSAF’s regular overseas training to enhance its operational readiness and interoperability with its counterparts, MINDEF …

Singapore is experiencing a surge of international students from China and Southeast Asia, who are drawn by its high-quality education, safety, and proximity. However, this influx also poses challenges for the city-state, such as finding affordable accommodation and hiring experienced teachers. According to Mr Lee, the founder of an education consultancy firm, his company has seen a 30% increase in …

A hotel keeper was charged in court on Monday (Dec 18) with allowing sex workers to occupy rooms at a hotel in Beach Road. Tan Ah Teng, 52, is accused of permitting four women to use the rooms at Tropicana Copacabana Apartment Hotel for the purpose of prostitution between October and November 2023. He faces four counts of an offence …

Asia is home to some of the most mature and dynamic financial markets in the world, and also to some of the most diverse approaches to regulating crypto assets. In this article, we will explore how three of the region’s leading financial centers – Hong Kong, Singapore, and Japan – are shaping their crypto policies and what implications they have …

Singapore and Indonesia are facing a surge in Covid-19 cases, prompting some experts and officials to call for the return of masks, airport scanners and other preventive measures. Singapore reported 1,650 new infections on Wednesday, the highest daily tally since the pandemic began. The city state has been easing restrictions since October, when it shifted to a strategy of living …

Singapore police have warned the public about a resurgence of rental scams involving fake property agents who ask for deposits to secure appointments for viewing properties. According to the police, at least 287 victims have fallen prey to such scams between July and November 2023, with total losses amounting to over US$1 million. The scammers would post fake property listings …

Singapore’s education minister Ong Ye Kung has revealed that the country is reducing the amount of homework given to students, as part of a new curriculum that aims to foster creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. In an interview with El País, Ong said that homework is no longer a measure of academic achievement, but rather a tool to reinforce learning and …

Singapore and China have agreed to set up a 30-day mutual visa-free travel arrangement, as part of their efforts to enhance people-to-people exchanges and cooperation in the post-pandemic era. The agreement was announced on Thursday (Dec 7) during the 19th Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation (JCBC) meeting – the highest-level annual bilateral forum between the two countries. Deputy Prime Minister …

Singapore has announced its national strategy on artificial intelligence (AI) for the next decade, aiming to become a leader in developing and deploying scalable, impactful AI solutions in key sectors of high value and relevance to its citizens and businesses. The National AI Strategy, unveiled by Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat at the Singapore FinTech Festival and Singapore Week …