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Singaporean Shirin Hamid appointed chief information officer of IMF: She will succeed Mr Edward Anderson, who left the fund in June.. Read more at straitstimes ...
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Singaporean Shirin Hamid appointed chief information officer of IMF: SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): A Singaporean has been appointed as the ...
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Singaporean Shirin Hamid appointed chief information officer of IMF: She will succeed Mr Edward Anderson, who left the fund in June.. Read more at straitstimes ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/singaporean-shirin-hamid-appointed-chief-information-officer-of-imf
Singaporean Shirin Hamid appointed chief information officer of IMF: SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): A Singaporean has been appointed as the ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2021/10/21/singaporean-shirin-hamid-appointed-chief-information-officer-of-imf
ADB sees Singapore growth accelerating and inflation slowing in 2024 to 2025: ADB said the Singapore economy will grow 2.4 per cent in 2024, up from 1 ...
straitstimes.com/business/adb-sees-singapore-growth-accelerating-and-inflation-slowing-in-2024-to-2025
South-East Asian countries consider ways to boost 'green financing' as region chokes on smog
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/04/south-east-asian-countries-consider-ways-to-boost-039green-financing039-as-region-chokes-on-smog
‘My goodbye to her was my last’: Friends say teen killed in Tampines accident was bright, friendly
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Quick Glance: Bright, Friendly Teen Killed in Tampines Accident
- Afifah Munirah Muhammad Azril, a bright and friendly student, was known as a 'high-flier' by her friends.
- The 17-year-old Temasek Junior College student met a tragic end in a traffic accident while on her way to a college running event.
- Afifah leaves a gap in the community as she was seen as a rising personality by many.
- Her untimely death has not only left family and friends grieving but the entire community mourning.
Singapore Inflation Cools in March as MAS Retains 2024 Forecast: Singapore’s core inflation eased in March on lower food prices and cost of services ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/singapore-inflations-cools-in-march-as-mas-retains-2024-forecast
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Singaporean ‘toy soldier’ Nicholas Tang claims prestigious award at Sandhurst: He was awarded the International Sword for being the best international cadet ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/singaporean-toy-soldier-nicholas-tang-claims-prestigious-award-at-sandhurst
Singapore gives top-level briefings to reassure foreign banks on stability: City-state keen to bolster its image as a reliable financial centre at a time of ...
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Singapore PM Lee to Step Down on May 15, Replaced by Lawrence Wong: Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, 72, will step down May 15 as part of a long-planned ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/singapore-pm-lee-to-hand-reins-to-deputy-wong-next-month
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'Uniquely Singaporean': Navy launches 4th Invincible-class submarine in Germany
asiaone.com/singapore/uniquely-singaporean-navy-launches-4th-invincible-class-submarine-germany
‘Northern Lights’ coming to Supertree Grove in Gardens by the Bay in May: The light installation will run on Saturday, Sundays and Mondays from May 5.
straitstimes.com/singapore/northern-lights-coming-to-supertree-grove-in-gardens-by-the-bay-in-may
Charmaine Sheh eats at Lau Pa Sat after Star Awards 2024: After charming fans at Star Awards 2024 yesterday (April 21), Hong Kong actress Charmaine Sheh decided ...
asiaone.com/entertainment/charmaine-sheh-eats-lau-pa-sat-after-star-awards-2024
Cordlife Scandal: Fury as Thousands of Stem Cell Samples Destroyed in Singapore: Thousands of parents in Singapore are furious, with some now pursuing legal ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-21/cordlife-scandal-fury-as-thousands-of-stem-cell-samples-destroyed-in-singapore
Singapore loses shine as Southeast Asia base for multinationals: SINGAPORE -- Multinational corporations are increasingly locating some Southeast Asian ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Business-trends/Singapore-loses-shine-as-Southeast-Asia-base-for-multinationals
Paid articlePaid Singapore Home Sales Rise Most in Four Months on Launches: Singapore home sales rose the most in four months, rebounding from a lull after the launch of a range ...
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Singaporean woman missing in Spain found dead with multiple stab wounds: Reports: A Singaporean man has been arrested by Spanish authorities in connection with ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/audrey-fang-singaporean-woman-missing-spain-found-dead-stab-wounds-4273926
Indian manufacturer Everest Food Products said its spices were safe for consumption after Singapore authorities asked an importer to recall a product for ...
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The green energy ‘big bets’ Australia needs to go after: Sun Cable cofounder: Sun Cable’s cofounder wants Australia to think bigger about the green energy switch ...
theage.com.au/business/the-economy/the-green-energy-big-bets-australia-needs-to-go-after-sun-cable-cofounder-20240419-p5fl8z.html
Apple plans to invest more than $250m to expand Singapore campus: SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Apple plans to invest more than $250 million to expand its ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Apple-plans-to-invest-more-than-250m-to-expand-Singapore-campus
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Singapore kayaker Stephenie Chen qualifies for Paris Olympics: Geraldine Lee was the first Singaporean to compete in the sport (K1 500m) in London 2012.
straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-kayaker-stephenie-chen-qualifies-for-paris-olympics
World's Best Airports 2024: Singapore Changi Loses Crown to Qatar's Doha Hamad
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/world-s-best-airports-2024-singapore-changi-loses-crown-to-qatar-s-doha-hamad
Paid articlePaid From tears to joy: How Singapore rower Saiyidah Aisyah qualified for the Paris Olympics at 36
channelnewsasia.com/sport/team-singapore-paris-olympics-saiyidah-aisyah-rowing-4281136
‘A little princess off to the army’: Singaporean schoolgirl Joye Cai readies for K-pop trainee life
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/a-little-princess-off-to-the-army-singaporean-schoolgirl-joye-cai-readies-for-k-pop-trainee-life
Paid articlePaid 26-year-old motorcyclist killed in road traffic accident along PIE: SINGAPORE: A 26-year-old male motorcyclist was killed in a road traffic accident on Wednesday ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/26-year-old-motorcyclist-dead-accident-pie-lorry-kranji-4288386
What we know so far about the killing of a Singaporean woman in Spain: Audrey Fang's body was found with 30 stab wounds in the small Spanish town of Abanilla ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/singaporean-woman-killing-stab-spain-audrey-fang-mitchell-ong-suspect-police-court-4280131
Companies may look to hire overseas as flexi-work becomes the norm in Singapore, employers say
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/flexible-work-arrangements-employers-employees-challenges-fair-hiring-4273911
Vietnam surpasses India and Thailand and now becomes biggest rice supplier for Singapore
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/20/vietnam-surpasses-india-and-thailand-and-now-becomes-biggest-rice-supplier-for-singapore
Missing: Singaporean architect who travelled to Spain alone uncontactable since April 10
straitstimes.com/singapore/missing-singaporean-architect-who-travelled-to-spain-alone-uncontactable-since-april-10
Six taken to hospital after multi-vehicle accident on PIE: The multi-car crash followed another multi-vehicle tragedy in Tampines earlier in the day.
straitstimes.com/singapore/six-taken-to-hospital-after-multi-vehicle-accident-on-pie
Hong Kong Bankers Face More Job Cuts on China Slowdown, High Pay: Hong Kong investment bankers could face more job cuts as the slowdown in China deals persists ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/hong-kong-bankers-face-more-job-cuts-on-china-slowdown-high-pay
Paid articlePaid All employers must have process for workers to request flexible work arrangements from December
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/flexible-work-arrangement-requests-tripartite-guideslines-employers-employees-4266831
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Nicoll Highway collapse: 20 years on, colleagues remember 'Hero Heng' who lost his life saving others
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nicoll-highway-collapse-20-year-annivery-hero-heng-foreman-4279341
Apple investing US$250 million to expand Ang Mo Kio campus: SINGAPORE: Apple has announced plans to pump in over US$250 million (S$340 million) to expand its Ang ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/apple-ang-mo-kio-campus-250-million-expand-4274201
Singapore Car Startup Seeks Value Over $1.5 Billion Ahead of IPO: Southeast Asia’s used-car marketplace Carro is raising about $100 million as it gears up for a ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-14/singapore-car-startup-seeks-value-over-1-5-billion-ahead-of-ipo
Malaysia's largest port to double capacity to chase Singapore: KUALA LUMPUR -- Malaysia's largest port, on the major sea route of Malacca Strait ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Supply-Chain/Malaysia-s-largest-port-to-double-capacity-to-chase-Singapore
Singapore loses ‘world’s best airport’ title, Melbourne top in Australia: Twelve-time winner Changi has been edged out of top spot, while Melbourne has been ...
theage.com.au/traveller/travel-news/singapore-loses-world-s-best-airport-title-melbourne-top-in-australia-20240418-p5fkxk.html
Incoming Singapore PM says incumbent Lee to serve as senior minister in next cabinet - media
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Singapore gives workers the right to request more work from home, 4-day weeks: While the new guideline unveiled on Tuesday isn’t enforceable by law ...
scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3259171/singapore-gives-workers-right-request-4-day-weeks-more-work-home-under-new-flexitime-guideline
All employers in Singapore must fairly consider flexi-work requests from Dec 1 under new rules
straitstimes.com/singapore/jobs/all-employers-in-singapore-must-fairly-consider-flexi-work-requests-from-dec-1-under-new-rules
For $125,000 a Month, Singapore Has a Posh Retreat for New Moms: Joey Zhang knows many of her clients are wealthy. So rich, in fact, that their homes are often ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/singapore-s-125-000-a-month-retreats-are-latest-luxury-for-new-moms
Commentary: Should SME employees just forget about flexible work requests?: Flexi-work has always been more about the nature of the job than the size of the ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/flexible-work-arrangement-request-sme-boss-4285551
Lawrence Wong, Singapore's next PM, seeks growth in 'troubled world': SINGAPORE -- Born and raised in Singapore, Divya Loudon thinks her future may lie ...
asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Asia-Insight/Lawrence-Wong-Singapore-s-next-PM-seeks-growth-in-troubled-world
Researchers have unleashed an army of remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches: Scientists in Singapore have apparently found a way to remotely take control of ...
t3n.de/news/armee-ferngesteuerter-cyborg-kakerlaken-1619793/
Meet the ICU nurse who examines and diagnoses patients like a boss: When Faith Hwang told her parents she wanted to be a nurse, they thought it was a job with no ...
channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/icu-advanced-practice-nurse-apn-ttsh-career-patients-parents-4277581
1 in 2 workers in Singapore will quit their job if asked to be in office more often: Survey
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/work-home-flexible-work-employees-quit-survey-4285946
65 units sold in two days at condo in Sentosa Cove after 40% price slash: Analysts said price is the main reason for the nearly 80% take-up of units on the first ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/65-units-sold-in-2-days-as-the-residences-at-w-singapore-sentosa-cove-slashes-prices
Welsh language taught and sung in Singapore school : Children in a school in Singapore take part in an Eisteddfod and sing in Welsh.
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ADB Says Developing Asia Set for Growth as China’s Economy Slows: Much of developing Asia outside of China is poised for expansion in the next two years as ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/adb-says-developing-asia-set-for-growth-as-china-s-economy-slows
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: ADB Forecasts Developing Asia Growth at 4.9% in 2024, Risks Persist
- ADB raised its growth forecast for Developing Asia to 4.9% in 2024, highlighting ongoing challenges like escalating geopolitical tensions.
- China remains a concern for regional growth due to a prolonged property crisis and other issues.
- The ADB predicts regional inflation to decrease to 3.0% by 2025.
- Detailed GDP growth and inflation forecasts for various Asian countries were also provided.
'Challenging to make a living': RM5,000 offer to attract Malaysian roti canai chefs to Singapore deemed too low
asiaone.com/singapore/challenging-make-living-rm5000-offer-attract-malaysian-roti-canai-chefs-singapore-deemed
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s 20 years in office: As a boy, he had a ringside seat to Singapore’s most turbulent period in history. He entered politics at 32 ...
straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2024/04/lee-hsien-loong-20-years-in-office/
Gojek and ComfortDelGro Taxi join hands to take on each other’s unfulfilled ride bookings
straitstimes.com/singapore/gojek-and-comfortdelgro-taxi-join-hands-to-take-on-each-other-s-unfulfilled-ride-bookings
'It'd be difficult for me to go out again': Richie Jen asks fans not to mention bumping into him in Singapore
asiaone.com/entertainment/difficult-go-out-again-richie-jen-asks-fans-not-mention-bumping-him-singapore-rws
Parts of trails at Telok Blangah Hill Park closed for repair till July 2026 after slope failure
straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/parts-of-trails-at-telok-blangah-hill-park-closed-till-july-2026-after-slope-failure
Murder in Spain: Audrey Fang’s suspected killer identified as Singaporean Mitchell Ong, a man with taste for expensive clothes
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/21/murder-in-spain-audrey-fangs-suspected-killer-identified-as-singaporean-mitchell-ong-a-man-with-taste-for-expensive-clothes
Murder in Spain: Singaporean suspect travelled overseas often for business and rave parties
straitstimes.com/singapore/murder-in-spain-singaporean-suspect-travelled-overseas-often-for-business-and-rave-parties
Apple to spend $340 million to renovate, expand Ang Mo Kio campus: The expanded campus will allow the tech giant to add hundreds of new roles here.
straitstimes.com/tech/apple-to-spend-340-million-to-renovate-expand-ang-mo-kio-campus
S’pore’s Kai Minejima-Lee and Isabelle Koh strike gold at World Cup of Indoor Skydiving
straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-s-kai-minejima-lee-and-isabelle-koh-win-gold-at-world-cup-of-indoor-skydiving
Taylor Swift shares glimpse of date night at Gardens by the Bay, breaks multiple records
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/taylor-swift-shares-glimpse-of-date-night-at-gardens-by-the-bay-breaks-multiple-records
Younger Singaporeans financially prudent, but some buy things to be happy: IPS poll
straitstimes.com/singapore/younger-singaporeans-financially-prudent-but-some-buy-things-to-be-happy-ips-poll
Barclays Banker Says Investors Moving Away From Risk With Middle East Conflict: A senior Barclays Plc investment banker said investors are rapidly moving away ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/top-barclays-banker-says-rapid-flight-from-risk-will-endure
Paid articlePaid Southeast Asia 'woefully off track' on green investment, Bain says: South East Asia is
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Flexible work arrangement guidelines can be a chance to improve HR practices in Singapore, says expert
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/flexible-work-arrangements-fwa-guidelines-december-firms-employees-employers-labour-movement-4277281
Marina Bay Sands sees profit surge 51.5% to $811.4 million in Q1 on tourism boom: Its revenue rose 36.8 per cent to US$1.16 billion from US$848 million a year ...
straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/marina-bay-sands-sees-profit-surge-515-to-812-million-in-the-first-quarter-of-2024
'Maybe they'll say I'm hao lian': Mark Lee on challenging himself after winning first international award for Wonderland
asiaone.com/entertainment/theyll-say-im-hao-lian-mark-lee-challenging-himself-winning-first-international-award-wonderland-chai-yee-wei
The $2bn dirty-money case that rocked Singapore: The sensational case saw 10 Chinese nationals charged for laundering profits from illegal businesses.
bbc.com/news/world-asia-66840450
Singaporean songwriter Tat Tong to write lyrics for Crazy Rich Asians musical: The Crazy Rich Asians musical is helmed by Jon M Chu who previously directed the ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/crazy-rich-asians-musical-tat-tong-singaporean-songwriter-388741
Nervous and excited: S’pore students on dancing with IU during K-pop star’s concert here
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/nervous-and-excited-s-pore-students-on-dancing-with-iu-during-k-pop-star-s-concert-here
'Cheerful, loving, a true friend': Former colleagues remember Singaporean woman killed in Spain
asiaone.com/singapore/cheerful-loving-true-friend-former-colleagues-remember-singaporean-woman-killed-spain
Scientists have unleashed an army of remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches: Scientists in Singapore have apparently found a way to take control of life remotely
t3n.de/news/wissenschaftler-armee-ferngesteuerter-cyborg-kakerlaken-1619793/
Frail pope to embark on Asia trip, his longest ever, in September: Pope Francis will take his first overseas trip of the year and the longest of his 11-year ...
reuters.com/world/pope-travel-indonesia-singapore-timor-leste-papua-new-guinea-sept-2-13-2024-04-12/
Quick Glance: Pope's Extensive Trip to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore
- Pope Francis is set to embark on a journey to Indonesia, East Timor, Papua New Guinea, and Singapore in September, marking the longest trip of his papacy.
- Despite concerns about his health, the Pope intends to undertake this trip, highlighting key religious and political aspects in the visited countries.
- The visit will shed light on the significance of the Pope's presence in these regions, addressing issues such as sexual abuse scandals in East Timor, religious diversity in Indonesia, and societal challenges in Papua New Guinea.
- By visiting these nations, Pope Francis aims to engage with diverse religious communities, emphasizing messages of tolerance, unity, and global peace.
SWISS flights to skirt Iranian airspace: The airline has decided to temporarily avoid flying through Iranian airspace due to escalating tensions in the region.
swissinfo.ch/eng/foreign-affairs/swiss-flights-to-skirt-iranian-airspace/75651070
Taiwan earthquake: Rescuers still searching for missing Singaporean couple as death toll rises to 16
channelnewsasia.com/asia/taiwan-earthquake-death-toll-rises-16-two-singaporeans-missing-4255831
Fossil of ‘one of the largest snakes that ever existed’ unearthed in India mine: Scientists said on April 18 they have recovered 27 vertebrae from the snake.
straitstimes.com/asia/south-asia/fossil-of-largest-snake-to-have-ever-existed-unearthed-in-india-mine
Singapore Home Project Gets Few Buyers in Weekend of Tepid Sales: A private residential project in Singapore sold just three out of its 59 units put on the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/singapore-home-project-gets-few-buyers-in-weekend-of-tepid-sales
20 years after Nicolle Highway collapse, construction industry stresses regular updates on safety protocols
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/nicoll-highway-collapse-20-years-construction-industry-safety-protocols-4279366
Researchers have unleashed an army of remote-controlled cyborg cockroaches: Scientists in Singapore have apparently found a way to remotely take control of ...
t3n.de/news/armee-ferngesteuerter-cyborg-kakerlaken-1619793/
Beijing slams US-Japan-Philippines summit, says South China Sea actions 'lawful'
channelnewsasia.com/asia/beijing-slams-us-japan-philippines-summit-south-china-sea-lawful-4260656
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Singaporean woman goes missing in Spain, family appeals for information: A Singaporean woman has been reported missing in Spain. Ms Audrey Fang's family is ...
asiaone.com/singapore/singaporean-woman-goes-missing-spain-family-appeals-information
Hamad International Airport in Qatar named world's best airport in 2024, Changi Airport takes 2nd place
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/trending/worlds-best-airport-2024-skytrax-hamad-qatar-changi-singapore-388751
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