These arrests were made following a joint operation conducted between January 31, 2024, and February 6, 2024, by the Commercial Affairs Department, seven Police Land Divisions, Carousell and the Government Technology Agency (GovTech).
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Singapore DPM Wong says mental health a national priority, promises 28,000 more frontline workers
The most important aspect of the new strategy is ramping up the Singapore government’s capacity for offering mental health and wellbeing support to the community.
Singapore: Country’s first generative artificial intelligence sandbox to help SMEs capture new AI opportunities
This is a first step in enabling local SMEs greater access to GenAI and builds on both agencies’ ongoing efforts to strengthen AI development and ecosystem in Singapore.
Singapore is global No. 5 and Asian No. 1 on 2023 index of most transparent, least corrupt countries
Singapore and the Pacific Ocean nation of New Zealand (global No. 3 with a score of 85) are the only two non-European countries in the Top 10.
Singapore Health Sciences Authority seized 1.12 million units of illegal health products in 2023
Compared to 2022, the number of illegal health products seized in 2023 by the HSA increased by more than 50 per cent.
Singaporeans aged 21-34 feel left out, yet okay with staying single: IPS Survey
The feeling of being left out affects young Singapore residents the most. The age group 21-34 has reported being affected by it the most. Sixteen percent of the responders have said that they feel isolated from others often.
South African man sentenced to 24 months’ imprisonment for smuggling 34.7 kg of rhinoceros horns worth SGD 1.2 million
The man was intercepted on 4 October 2022, at the Changi Airport by the National Parks Board. The government body seized 20 pieces of rhinoceros horns that were being smuggled through the facility.
Leisure in Singapore: Huge new F&B park with Changi takeoff and landing views opens on January 29
Covering about 35,000 sq. ft and with 340 seats for indoor and outdoor dining, Cosford Container Park is Singapore’s largest outdoor F&B container park.
Singapore remains No. 1 liveable city in the world for Asian expats for 10th year in a row
Releasing its 2023 Location Ratings Report in mid-January 2024, ECA International said: “Singapore remains the most liveable city for Asian expatriates, with low crime rates among the attractions.”
Singapore President Tharman visits SAF survival training base as part of Brunei trip
During his interaction with the SAF troops, President Tharman commended the officer cadets for the professionalism and toughness they displayed in the demanding jungle environment.
