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Singapore, India step up measures at airports to counter threat of the Wuhan virus

With Taiwan and the United States reporting confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus pneumonia originating from Wuhan, Singapore and India...

Esplanade’s Raga series enters 11th edition

With the burgeoning arts scene in Singapore, the Raga series gives another second chance to Indian artists in Singapore to showcase their...

In Pics: Festive shopping at Chinatown this CNY

Here's a pictorial walk through the historic street as the Chinese in Singapore prepares for the most important period of the Lunar...

Changi Airport Terminal 2 to get a facelift

Expansion and renovation work at Changi Airport Terminal 2 (T2) will commence after the Chinese New Year holidays.

Strong investments in Singapore for year 2019 despite global uncertainties

Despite global uncertainties including the US-China trade war and Brexit, the Singapore Economic Development Board secured investment...

In Pics: Shanmugam launches community fridges in Yishun heartlands

The new community fridges located in Yishun heartlands were launched on January 11 by Law Minister K Shanmugam.

Increased golfing activities by developers lead to lower bids for land parcels: NUS study

According to a new NUS study, golf patterns of senior executives change significantly following the semi-annual releases of the...

Five things to do in Singapore over the weekend of January 17-19

Look forward to a cultural and musical feast this weekend.

Singapore loves Chinese New Year more than Christmas: Google insights

Being one of the most important festivals in the Singapore calendar, the Chinese New Year is one occasion that Singaporeans take very...

Gender pay gap in Singapore has narrowed: MOM report

Singapore's adjusted gender pay gap (GPG) has narrowed over time, down from 8.8 per cent in 2002, according to a report by the Ministry of...

MS Dhoni Academy undergoes a reshuffle as cricket coaching in Singapore overheats

Singapore is attracting a lot of attention from the biggest names in Indian cricket.

A showdown between fact and fiction in Singapore Repertory Theatre's first show of 2020

Singapore Repertory Theatre kicks off the 2020 with The Lifespan of a Fact, exploring the theme of fake news versus truths.

ARTWALK Little India 2020: Passage of Time

Journey through the richly storied history of Little India at multidisciplinary arts festival ARTWALK Little India, to be held over two...

SIA to increase flight to Kolkata to five times weekly

On March 29, Singapore Airlines (SIA) will commence a fifth weekly flight to Kolkata, India, operated by A350-900 medium haul aircraft.

Light to Night Festival celebrates iconic culture spaces in Singapore's Civic District

Light to Night Festival will be returning to Singapore's Civic District from January 10 to 19, as a marquee event of Singapore Art Week.

Entries for South Asian Film Market 2020 are now open

The fourth Singapore South Asian International Film Festival (SgSAIFF) is set to be held in Singapore from September 25 to October 3.

SIA diverts flights from Iranian airspace

Singapore Airlines (SIA) said Wednesday, January 8, that it is diverting all of its flights away from Iranian airspace.

SMEs in Singapore to focus on productivity in 2020: UOB survey

One of the ways SMEs are planning to achieve their productivity goals is to increase their investments in technology.

National Research Foundation Singapore's global youth summit to kick off next week

National Research Foundation Singapore is set to hold The Global Young Scientists Summit 2020 (GYSS 2020) in Singapore from January 14 to...

21 applications for digital bank licences received: MAS

At the close of application on December 31, 2019, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) received 21 applications for digital bank...

You can now enjoy foot baths and cook eggs at Singapore's only hot spring park

The only natural hot spring park in Singapore, Sembawang Hot Spring Park is now open to the public.

Highlights of the Singapore Art Week, January 11-19

Singapore Art Week (SAW) returns January 11 to 19 this year, bringing a kaleidoscope of visual art showcases and experiences in various...

Singapore on alert for pneumonia outbreak originating from Wuhan

Following reports of a severe pneumonia outbreak originating from Wuhan in China, Singapore is on high alert for any suspected cases...

Razer FinTech leads consortium to apply for digital bank license in Singapore

The fintech arm of local gaming hardware maker Razer is leading a consortium to apply for a digital bank license in Singapore.

Empowering the younger generation: GIIS RWCC

At the Global Indian International School (GIIS), there is an emphasis on helping the younger generation understand that they have the power...