Singapore

Shein, the Chinese-founded fast-fashion powerhouse known for its moderately priced, modern clothing, has confirmed the layoff of more than two dozen employees at its Singapore headquarters. Declared on Wednesday, this measure is part of a bigger reorganization initiative aimed to match the company’s evolving global ambitions by aligning its worldwide IT research and development (R&D) center. The news lands at …

In a rare instance of corruption involving a high-ranking government official in the city-state, Singapore’s former transport minister, Subramaniam Iswaran, has been found guilty of collecting gifts while in public service. Before a local court, the 62-year-old admitted guilt; prosecutors had changed his original accusations of corruption shortly before his trial was scheduled to start.  This case, which has gripped …

The choice of Singapore to apply flexible work schedules (FWA) represents a major change in its work culture to fit worldwide trends stressing work-life balance. This change coincides with countries all around realizing the value of flexible work schedules in creating a happier, better, and more efficient labor force.  Inspired by the achievements of Scandinavian nations, Singapore’s Tripartite Guidelines on …

Many people worldwide follow a basic daily gum chewing practice. From simple keeping busy to reducing hunger to refreshing breath, chewing gum is a useful and usually used treat for anything. But in Singapore, a nation noted for its rigorous rules and flawless hygiene, what looks like a harmless practice in other nations could have major repercussions. Strict Chews Gum …

Monday am saw a runway at Narita International Airport temporarily blocked following the discovery of smoke coming from a Singapore Airlines flight. Initially, there were concerns about a probable engine issue; nevertheless, tests revealed that burned rubber and overheating brakes caused the smoke. Quick Reaction and Guaranteed Safety The emergency services of Narita Airport responded rapidly after the incident. Arriving …

As the Singapore Night Festival marks its 15th year, Bugis district of Singapore is poised to become a magnificent wonderland from August 23 to September 7, 2024. This cherished celebration will take place for the first time across three weekends, giving guests more time to really engage in its subject, “Art of Play.” Supported by Lead Sponsor Samsung Singapore and …

Although Singapore is clearly a global financial and technical powerhouse, the small island nation has also accomplished an amazing feat in terms of international travel by ranking highest in passport counts. This esteemed rating denotes that holders of Singaporean passports have visa-free or visa-on- arrival access to an amazing number of nations all around the world. This extraordinary success emphasizes …

Ensuring food security for its people presents a continuous difficulty for Singapore, a highly populated island nation with limited resources. The demand on conventional food production techniques increases along with the world population. In this regard, Singapore is looking at a fresh and environmentally friendly idea: eating insects. Why are insects? Edible insects have many benefits over traditional animals. Given …

Renowned for its vibrant economy and worldwide appeal, Singapore has been changing its position on the acquisition of foreign talent in recent years, therefore reflecting a change in its attitude to balance social stability with economic needs. This strategic refocusing has spurred arguments and analysis on the reasons underlying Singapore’s increasing control over overseas talent. Protecting Neighborhood Employment Prospectives Singapore’s …

Many times praised as a stronghold of security and safety is Singapore. Recent statistics from the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA) however show a concerning increase in occurrences of child maltreatment. Rising from 137 in 2022, the ECDA looked at 147 cases of child abuse in 2023. This concerning trend emphasises how urgently strong policies are needed to guard the …