Singapore opposition leader charged for lying to parliament: Pritam Singh, who pleaded not guilty, faces a jail term of up to three years or a maximum fine of ...
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68603469
Fabric and crafts retailer Joann files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection: What to know
usatoday.com/story/money/retail/2024/03/18/joann-fabric-chapter-11-bankruptcy/73015580007/
Quick Glance: Joann Files Bankruptcy Due to Consumer Decline
- The fabric and crafting retailer Joann Inc. took the step to file for bankruptcy as it faced challenges in sustaining its financial obligations following a period of decreased sales after the pandemic lockdowns.
- Following the bankruptcy proceedings, the Hudson, Ohio-based chain is set to transition to private ownership under the supervision of specific creditors and industry stakeholders, as indicated in an official company statement.
- Having previously managed to reduce its debt outside of court in 2020, the retail chain found itself grappling with supply chain disruptions and inflation, prompting consumers to scale back on discretionary spending.
- The legal proceedings for this matter are under the designation of JOANN Inc., 24-10418, in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware.
PMAs should be reserved for those with certified medical needs or walking difficulties: Sellers, therapists
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/personal-mobility-aids-pmas-scooters-transport-ministry-recommendations-regulations-4204876
‘Singapore kaya toast’ is among world’s 100 best sandwiches. Malaysians say it’s ‘stolen’ from them
scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3255381/singapore-kaya-toast-among-worlds-100-best-sandwiches-malaysians-say-its-stolen-them
Singapore Opposition Leader Singh Charged in Lying Scandal: Singapore opposition leader Pritam Singh was charged with two counts under the Parliament Act in ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-19/singapore-opposition-leader-singh-charged-in-lying-scandal
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Singapore’s Non-Oil Domestic Exports Unexpectedly Fell in February: Singapore’s non-oil domestic exports unexpectedly fell in February signaling that trade ...
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Hong Kong stars Joey Yung, Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung spotted in Singapore: The three friends are likely in town to film their travel reality series ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/joey-yung-charlene-choi-gillian-chung-filming-singapore-387056
A volcano in Iceland is erupting for the fourth time in three months. While no deaths have been confirmed, one worker was declared missing after falling into a ...
Quick Glance: State of Emergency Declared Following Another Volcanic Eruption in Iceland
- A state of emergency was announced after a volcano in Iceland erupted for the fourth time within a few months.
- Lava flowed from the Sundhnúksgíga crater row, resulting in the evacuation of a local fishing village and a luxury spa.
- Scientists indicated on Sunday morning that the eruption seems to be losing strength and could diminish in the following hours.
- Airports across the country, including in the capital Reykjavík, remain “unaffected,” as stated on the Keflavik Airport website.
Lower LNG prices should boost gas demand, executives say: Liquefied natural gas (LNG) prices have fallen about a third over the past nine months ...
reuters.com/business/energy/ceraweek-lower-lng-prices-should-boost-gas-demand-executives-say-2024-03-18/
When does 'Euphoria' Season 3 come out? Sydney Sweeney says filming begins soon: Season 3 of the hit teen drama is slated to return in 2025, and filming could ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/03/18/euphoria-season-3-filming/73019067007/
China warns citizens in Singapore to stay away from gambling: China's embassy in Singapore on Monday urged its citizens in the city-state to stay away from all ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/china-warns-citizens-singapore-stay-away-gambling-2024-03-18/
Quick Glance: China warns Chinese citizens in Singapore to avoid gambling
- The embassy reminded the majority of Chinese citizens in Singapore to enhance their legal awareness and stay away from gambling, as gambling is strictly prohibited by law in China.
- The Chinese embassy in Singapore urged Chinese citizens in the city-state to stay away from gambling, stating that cross-border gambling violates Chinese laws.
- Chinese embassies in South Korea and Sri Lanka have also issued similar warnings recently.
- The embassy in Singapore mentioned that China's Ministry of Public Security opened a reporting platform for combating cross-border and online gambling, where Chinese citizens can report clues and suspicious activities.
Singapore and Indonesia talk of co-hosting big concerts, other events. Are they ready for it?
straitstimes.com/asia/se-asia/singapore-and-indonesia-talk-of-co-hosting-big-concerts-other-events-are-they-ready-for-it
India Adani Group's dollar bonds, shares tumble on US probe report: Most dollar bonds of Adani Group companies fell to their lowest level in two months on Monday ...
reuters.com/world/india/india-adani-groups-dollar-bonds-shares-tumble-us-probe-report-2024-03-18/
Woman horrified to find cockroach in Mr Bean drink: Singapore Food Agency said it is looking into the incident.
straitstimes.com/singapore/woman-horrified-to-find-cockroach-in-mr-bean-drink
Is Singapore ready to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games?: The Australian state of Victoria pulled out as host of the March 2026 Games, citing projected cost ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/commonwealth-games-2026-singapore-international-sporting-event-facilities-infrastructure-4202776
Rupee supported by inflows, undermined by weak Asian currencies: The Indian rupee was trading little changed on Monday, helped by persistent inflows and pegged ...
reuters.com/markets/currencies/rupee-supported-by-inflows-undermined-by-weak-asian-currencies-2024-03-18/
U.S. to finance $500m in green exports to Vietnam: HO CHI MINH CITY -- The U.S. has inked a half-billion-dollar deal to boost green exports to Vietnam ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Supply-Chain/U.S.-to-finance-500m-in-green-exports-to-Vietnam
68 seconds for group of 5: Clearing S’pore’s land checkpoints a breeze with new QR code system
straitstimes.com/singapore/68-seconds-for-group-of-5-clearing-s-pore-s-land-checkpoints-a-breeze-with-new-qr-code-system
‘Like a plantation field’: Pitch issues for Singapore Women’s Premier League draw ire
straitstimes.com/sport/football/like-a-plantation-field-pitch-issues-for-singapore-women-s-premier-league-draw-ire
Who stole Judy Garland's red ruby slippers in 2005? The 'Wizard of Oz' theft case explained
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/18/ruby-red-slippers-theft-wizard-of-oz/73018031007/
Man jailed 2 weeks for sneaking another man into Taylor Swift concert: Wu Zhihong tried to distract a security officer, while another man tried to tailgate a ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/taylor-swift-concert-man-jailed-help-sneak-4203131
Grab users can now pay in crypto: Users of ride hailing operator Grab can now choose to pay in cryptocurrencies as the firm moves to build up its digital asset ...
straitstimes.com/business/grab-users-can-now-pay-in-crypto
Inventory builds, Red Sea concerns pressure Asia diesel margins: Russell: The profit margin for making diesel in Asia is coming under sustained pressure from a ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/inventory-builds-red-sea-concerns-pressure-asia-diesel-margins-russell-2024-03-18/
Virginia university professor found dead after being reported missing at Florida conference
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/18/averett-university-professor-dead/73014315007/
Vivian Balakrishnan to visit Palestinian territories and Israel as part of Middle East trip
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/vivian-balakrishnan-visit-palestinian-territories-israel-middle-east-airdrops-gaza-4202486
Chinese jet maker COMAC eyes Southeast Asia after Singapore debut: SINGAPORE/HONG KONG -- When China's answer to the Boeing 737 and the Airbus A320 debuted ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Aerospace-Defense-Industries/Chinese-jet-maker-COMAC-eyes-Southeast-Asia-after-Singapore-debut
Online retailer Shein targeted by fast-fashion bill in France: PARIS -- Shein and similar Asian retailers are facing a penalty of up to 10 euros ($11) for each ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Retail/Online-retailer-Shein-targeted-by-fast-fashion-bill-in-France
UK royal Kate shown in first video since surgery, Sun says: Kate spent two weeks in hospital in January after her surgery.
straitstimes.com/world/europe/uk-royal-kate-shown-in-first-video-since-surgery-sun-says
Crypto exchange Tokenize Xchange to expand Singapore team after raising $15.4 million
straitstimes.com/business/crypto-exchange-tokenize-xchange-to-expand-singapore-team-after-raising-154-million
Singapore fencer Amita Berthier qualifies for Paris Olympics: SINGAPORE: National fencer Amita Berthier will make it two consecutive Olympic appearances after ...
channelnewsasia.com/sport/amita-berthier-singapore-fencer-qualifies-paris-olympics-4202456
Singapore raises minimum qualifying salary amount for foreigners: The Employment Pass allows foreign professionals, managers and executives to work in Singapore.
financialexpress.com/business/investing-abroad-singapore-foreign-worker-policy-modified-minimum-qualifying-salary-amount-raised-3427743/
In India’s ‘dummy’ schools, students don’t have to attend classes: Students are enrolling in dummy schools to focus on competitive college entrance exams.
straitstimes.com/asia/south-asia/in-india-s-dummy-schools-students-don-t-have-to-attend-classes
Talks collapse as doctors' strike enters day five: "It is not a strike for promises; it is a strike for real outcomes," said the doctors union.
nation.africa/kenya/news/talks-collapse-as-doctors-strike-enters-day-five--4560018
How a scammer used forged emails to convince her boss to give her S$3.7 million over 10 years
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/lynne-charlotte-james-forged-emails-government-officials-cheat-boss-4202851
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Man falls to death from hot-air balloon in Melbourne: The hot-air balloon was airborne for approximately 30 minutes before the man fell out of the basket.
straitstimes.com/asia/australianz/man-falls-to-death-from-hot-air-balloon-in-melbourne
Quick Glance: Fatal Incident Involving Hot Air Balloon in Australia
- Republican Congressman Mike Bost faces a tough challenge from the right, despite his support for Trump.
- Several Republican incumbents have faced close primary challenges from MAGA-aligned opponents.
- A growing number of Republican incumbents are facing serious primary challenges from far-right candidates.
- Former loyalty to Trump as a shield against primary challenges is no longer as effective, leading to increased tension within the Republican Party.
Meet Melvados' 'Brownie Girl': She tests ice cream and brittle, and launched diabetic-friendly brownies
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/women/melvados-bandana-kaur-foodedge-gourmet-low-gi-brownies-386841
How Malaysia Airlines came back from twin tragedies: Despite the MH370 and MH17 disasters, Malaysia's national carrier is still flying a decade on.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-68487316
Sec 3 students in MOE schools to attend NDP National Education shows in 2024, 2025
straitstimes.com/singapore/sec-3-students-in-moe-schools-to-attend-ndp-national-education-shows-in-2024-2025
'Some passengers were bleeding': Private bus crashes into SBS Transit bus at JB checkpoint
asiaone.com/singapore/some-passengers-were-bleeding-private-bus-crashes-sbs-transit-bus-jb-checkpoint
Ultra-fast EV chargers due in S’pore by end-2024 under tie-up with Huawei, EV-electric
straitstimes.com/singapore/transport/ultra-fast-ev-chargers-due-in-s-pore-by-2024-under-tie-up-with-huawei-ev-electric
SM Teo Chee Hean hails Singapore firms investing in new growth areas in Sichuan: Mr Teo says Singapore looks forward to more opportunities for collaboration.
straitstimes.com/asia/singapore-businesses-investing-in-new-growth-areas-in-sichuan-sm-teo-chee-hean
NTU scientist admits sending messages to arrange for commercial sex with children
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/18/ntu-scientist-admits-sending-messages-to-arrange-for-commercial-sex-with-children
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Worker, 23, dies following accident in Bedok industrial building: A 23-year-old foreign worker died last Saturday (March 16) afternoon after he was involved in ...
asiaone.com/singapore/worker-23-dies-following-accident-bedok-industrial-building-jtc
Six men under probe for illegal horse-betting activities in Yishun: Police conducted enforcement operations against illegal gambling activities in Yishun on ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/six-men-under-probe-for-carrying-out-illegal-horse-betting-activities-in-yishun
Extreme heat affects men’s fertility and birth outcomes: NUS study: Rising temperatures could further reduce S'pore’s fertility rate, which dipped to below 1 in ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/extreme-heat-affects-men-s-fertility-and-birth-outcomes-nus-study
Aesthetic doctor accused of causing woman's death claims trial; defence points to patient's alleged use of slimming products
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/doctor-womans-death-aesthetic-clinic-claims-trial-slimming-products-4202586
2024 NCAA Tournament bracket picks: Why CJ Moore has UConn winning the title: Chaos in the West Region, a Marquette-Wisconsin Elite Eight and more expert picks ...
theathletic.com/5339209/2024/03/17/march-madness-bracket-picks-cj-moore/
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Miami is positioning itself as a business haven to rival Switzerland, Monaco or Singapore, says the mayor: www.ft.com/content/c3a83008-124d-484a-9c0b-9f4f9d947cbb
South African rand little changed against the dollar: South Africa's rand was little changed early on Friday, after slumping the day before on a stronger dollar ...
reuters.com/markets/south-african-rand-little-changed-against-dollar-2024-03-15/
Review: Japan Airlines First Class Airbus A350-1000 (HND-JFK): Detailed review of Japan Airlines' stunning new Airbus A350-1000 first class ...
onemileatatime.com/reviews/japan-airlines-first-class-a350/
India Rises as Talent Hub as Banker Salary Outpaces Hong Kong, Singapore: Finance professionals in India are in line for higher salary hikes than those in Hong ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-14/india-rises-as-talent-hub-as-banker-salary-outpaces-hong-kong-singapore
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Gold heads for weekly fall as June US rate cut hopes fade: Gold prices firmed on Friday, but were on track for their first weekly drop in four over concerns that ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/golds-three-week-winning-streak-under-pressure-amid-us-inflation-heat-2024-03-15/
Singapore Airlines prices $500 mln 10-year dollar bond, sees strong orders: Singapore Airlines said on Friday it has priced a 5.25% $500 million U ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/singapore-airlines-readies-10-year-dollar-bond-issuance-term-sheet-shows-2024-03-14/
Fortescue conducts world's first ammonia bunker trial in Singapore: Fortescue has conducted the world's first ammonia marine bunker operation in the port of ...
reuters.com/sustainability/fortescue-conducts-worlds-first-ammonia-bunker-trial-singapore-2024-03-15/
China c.bank leaves key policy rate unchanged, as expected: China's central bank left a key policy rate unchanged while withdrawing cash from a medium-term ...
reuters.com/markets/rates-bonds/china-cbank-leaves-key-policy-rate-unchanged-expected-2024-03-15/
Half million dollar 'protective dune' project lasts days: It aimed to protect Massachusetts seaside homes with 14,000 tonnes of sand, but lasted just three days.
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68564532
Europe regulator says will take time needed to approve China jet: Europe's air safety regulator will take whatever time is needed to approve China's C919 ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/europe-regulator-says-will-take-time-needed-approve-china-jet-2024-03-14/
Singaporean bank UOB aims to double private wealth assets by 2026: Singaporean lender United Overseas Bank (UOB) is planning to double its private wealth assets ...
reuters.com/business/singaporean-bank-uob-aims-double-private-wealth-assets-by-2026-2024-03-14/
Internet outage intensifies in West and Central Africa: A major internet disruption hit West and Central Africa on Thursday, the internet observatory Netblocks ...
reuters.com/world/africa/internet-disruption-hits-west-central-africa-netblocks-cloudflare-data-shows-2024-03-14/
Quick Glance: Internet outages in 13 African countries due to undersea cable damage
- Thirteen countries across Africa experienced Internet outages due to damage to submarine fiber optic cables.
- Multiple network providers reported Internet outages yesterday, with the outage seemingly moving from North Africa to South Africa.
- Some countries had short-lived Internet disruptions, while others, including South Africa, experienced ongoing outages.
- Undersea cable-related Internet outages aren't new and can last a while, with damaged cables responsible for a significant portion of intercontinental traffic.
Singtel shares fall more than 1% after Optus stake sale reports: Singapore Telecommunications (Singtel) shares fell more than 1% on Thursday in early trade after ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/singtel-shares-fall-more-than-1-after-optus-stake-sale-reports-2024-03-14/
Singapore's PCG to reopen fund for luxury Japan ski resort as weak yen beckons: Patience Capital Group, the Singapore-based investor behind a $1 ...
reuters.com/business/singapores-pcg-reopen-fund-luxury-japan-ski-resort-weak-yen-beckons-2024-03-14/
Gold prices tepid as traders seek more US data: Gold prices traded flat in early Asian trade hours on Thursday, within close range of record-high levels on a ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/gold-prices-tepid-traders-seek-more-us-data-2024-03-14/
Economists upgrade Singapore 2024 growth forecast, survey shows: Economists have upgraded Singapore's 2024 growth forecast, according to a survey by the ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/economists-upgrade-singapore-2024-growth-forecast-survey-shows-2024-03-13/
American man who lived in an iron lung for 70 years dies: Mr Paul Alexander contracted polio in 1952, at six years of age.
straitstimes.com/world/united-states/american-man-who-lived-in-an-iron-lung-for-70-years-dies
Quick Glance: 70 Years Living in Iron Lung: Paul Alexander's Passing
- Paul Alexander passed away at the age of 78 after living in an Iron Lung for over 70 years as a polio patient.
- His brother shared the news of his death on Facebook after Paul Alexander contracted the coronavirus.
- Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that can result in paralysis and respiratory difficulties.
- Vaccination against polio is the most effective measure to prevent the spread of the disease.
Duo discovers bird-dropping spider new to Singapore: It is the third such species of the spider spotted in Singapore.
straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/duo-discovers-bird-dropping-spider-new-to-singapore
Transport ministry posts RO 30m of revenues in 2023: Muscat: The Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology said that it paid more than RO ...
omanobserver.om/article/1150980/oman/transport-ministry-posts-ro-30m-of-revenues-in-2023
Crypto exchange OKX receives in-principle approval for Singapore payments licence
reuters.com/technology/crypto-exchange-okx-receives-in-principle-approval-singapore-payments-licence-2024-03-13/
Stall owners set up in spaces apart from Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar, as competition for customers heats up
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ramadan-geylang-serai-bazaar-kampong-glam-rental-manpower-overheads-4192106
'A heartrending case': 12 years' jail for woman who cheated boss into giving her S$3.7 million
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/heartrending-case-12-years-jail-woman-who-cheated-boss-giving-her-s37-million-4191356
Cathay Pacific posts first annual profit since 2019: Cathay Pacific reported its first annual profit in four years as the airline left behind the pandemic-linked ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/cathay-pacific-posts-first-annual-profit-four-years-2024-03-13/
MoH reduces service fees to support health sector: H E Dr Hilal bin Ali al Sabti, Minister of Health, has issued Ministerial Decision No 71/2024 ...
muscatdaily.com/2024/03/12/moh-reduces-service-fees-to-support-health-sector/
FairPrice giving free snacks and drinks to Muslim customers across 61 stores this Ramadan
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/dining/fairprice-ramadan-iftar-snack-pack-386741
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