In a 2016 report from internet firm OpenSignal, Singapore was voted as having the fastest mobile data speeds in the world. The island’s telecommunications spans the entire city-state – which means that wherever you go you will definitely be able to enjoy your cat videos. The wide coverage, ease
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Hawker centres: The fabric holding together the culinary culture of Singapore
If you ask around, most Singaporeans will tell you that their favourite hobby is eating. There are a variety of cuisines available in Singapore given its geographical location and multi-cultural population. Most of the classic dishes of the sunny island-state can be found in one of its national icon
Singapore wants to make government data open to everyone
Singapore’s is facing a political challenge over how to democratise new technologies. “We are living amid an accelerating digital revolution, [and] the people and the companies, and I might add the nations, who master the technology first, will have an enormous reach because their market is the
HDB to fulfil dream of young couples in Singapore
A modern house replete with all facilities is the dream of young couples and now HDB (Housing and Development Board ) has stepped in for fulfilling that dream into reality. Young couples and first-time buyers in Singapore will now receive more help in getting their HDB flats.
Secular state, multi-religious society
Singapore is often seen as a secular state, because it has no state religion. However, the society is far from secular – there are ten official religions in Singapore, and over 80 percent of its citizens professed religious affiliations. A 2014 analysis by the Pew Research Centre found Singapore t
More elderly Singaporeans opting for two-room flexi scheme
Many elderly Singaporeans have chosen the two-room flexi scheme, say the latest figures from Housing and Development Board (HDB).
HDB changes rental rules for non-Malaysian work permit holders
Non-Malaysian work permit holders from the manufacturing sector are no longer allowed to rent a whole Housing Board flat as of January 1, 2017, and are only allowed to rent rooms.
Singapore in top 10 most expensive cities: Index
Singapore has emerged as one of the top 10 most expensive cities to relocate to with a basic month living cost of US$2,148.45, according to the 2017 Relocation Price Index.
East Coast may offer 6,000 new HDB flats in Bayshore
Including 6,000 HDB flats, the Government is looking into creating a new Bayshore district. This would be a huge change for the overwhelmingly private estate area located on reclaimed land.
AXS new service to make life easier for condo residents
AXS new service will enable condominium residents to pay their management fees through the payment provider.
