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China’s Charm Offensive Aims to to Win Back Wary Investors: Hello, this is Josh Xiao in Singapore.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-29/china-s-charm-offensive-aims-to-to-win-back-wary-investors
Oman's largest zoo set to open in Eid in North Sharqiyah: Phase 1 of Oman’s largest zoo, named Safari World, is set to open in the wilayat of Ibra in North ...
muscatdaily.com/2024/03/26/omans-largest-zoo-set-to-open-in-eid-in-north-sharqiyah/
Singapore ranked happiest country in Asia again: THE city-state was named the 30th happiest country globally for 2021-2023, according to the World Happiness ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/22/singapore-ranked-happiest-country-in-asia-again
Quick Glance: New Report: Kenya Ranks 114th in Happiness Index
- For the seventh consecutive year, Finland has secured the title of the world's happiest country, with Kenya ranking 114th out of a total of 143 countries. Conversely, Afghanistan finds itself at the bottom of the ranking as the unhappiest nation.
- The latest findings were unveiled on March 20, 2024, coinciding with the International Day of Happiness.
- This annual report relies on six key factors, encompassing social support, income, health, freedom, generosity, and absence of corruption. The economic dimension serves as a pivotal gauge for happiness levels across different nations.
- Attaining happiness is contingent on various elements like career progression and tackling specific challenges. The United Nations advocates for a harmonized economic growth strategy that fosters happiness and well-being for all.
Singapore ex-Transport Minister faces 8 new charges in graft case: Singapore's former Transport Minister S. Iswaran was handed eight more charges in a corruption ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/singapore-ex-transport-minister-faces-8-new-charges-graft-case-2024-03-25/
Quick Glance: Iswaran Faces 8 New Charges for Receiving S$19,000 Worth of Valuables from Construction Firm Boss
- Former Transport Minister S. Iswaran appeared in court to face eight fresh charges, following his initial corruption charge two months earlier.
- The new charges allege that Iswaran received valuable items from an individual connected to him in an official capacity.
- Items received included whisky bottles, golf clubs, and a Brompton bicycle from Lum Kok Seng, the managing director of Lum Chang Holdings.
- The charges pertain to a period between November 2021 and November 2022, with Iswaran being aware of Mr. Lum's business ties to his ministerial role during this time.
Over $300k a year per household? Aussie man details how much an expat family needs to earn to live in Singapore
asiaone.com/lifestyle/over-300k-year-household-aussie-man-details-how-much-expat-family-needs-earn-live
Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Cargo Ship Hit: Live Updates: A Singapore-flagged vessel struck the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the Coast Guard said ...
nytimes.com/live/2024/03/26/us/baltimore-bridge-collapse/ship-hits-baltimore-key-bridge
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
21 motorcyclists arrested, 70 summonses issued in enforcement blitz near Woodlands Checkpoint
straitstimes.com/singapore/21-motorcyclists-arrested-70-summonses-issued-in-enforcement-blitz-near-woodlands-checkpoint
Actor-host Suhaimi Yusof apologises to Ramadan bazaar stall owner after misunderstanding, the two make amends
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/entertainment/suhaimi-yusof-apologises-misunderstanding-ramadan-bazaar-387351
Flaco, Central Park Owl, Died With High Levels of Rat Poison in System: A necropsy conducted by the Bronx Zoo found that life-threatening levels of rat poison ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/nyregion/flaco-owl-central-park-zoo-death-cause.html
Quick Glance: Zoo releases definitive necropsy results on Flaco the owl's death
- Flaco, the Eurasian eagle owl, had high rat poison levels and severe herpesvirus, leading to his death.
- The necropsy findings revealed pigeon herpesvirus and rodenticides as critical factors in Flaco's demise.
- Identification of the herpesvirus in Flaco explains severe organ damage that led to his death.
- Additionally, traces of DDE, a DDT breakdown product, were detected but did not contribute to the death.
Kansas moves to join Texas and other states in requiring porn sites to verify people's ages
apnews.com/article/internet-pornography-age-verification-states-2ad9939bb95ccc15126419b38067be94
Flights Are About to Get Even More Expensive on Cost to Decarbonize Air Travel: The global airline industry has long warned passengers they’ll eventually have to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-21/flights-are-about-to-get-even-more-expensive-as-going-green-costs-5-trillion
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Hong Kong's loss can be Tokyo's gain if it plays its cards right: Benjamin Qiu is a partner with the law firm Elliott Kwok Levine & Jaroslaw in New York ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Hong-Kong-s-loss-can-be-Tokyo-s-gain-if-it-plays-its-cards-right
Quick Glance: Tokyo's Opportunity Amid Hong Kong's Decline
- As Hong Kong's appeal diminishes, Singapore rises in prominence.
- Chinese entrepreneurs and investors are relocating to Singapore.
- Japan has the potential to rival Singapore and Hong Kong.
- Tokyo must act swiftly to attract investors and establish a foothold.
Singapore Orders Israeli Embassy to Delete ‘Inappropriate’ Social Post About ‘Palestine’
time.com/6960208/singapore-israel-embassy-palestinian-post-facebook-remove-insensitive/
White rhino with 'big personality' dies at Colchester Zoo: Staff say they are processing the loss of their beloved friend Otto at Colchester Zoo.
bbc.com/news/uk-england-essex-68648025
‘Humiliated’ China captain Zhang quits team over World Cup draw with Singapore: China captain Zhang Linpeng has sensationally quit international football after ...
scmp.com/sport/football/article/3256325/singapore-leader-hails-teams-fighting-spirit-after-world-cup-draw-china-chinese-fans-dismayed
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Baltimore ship passed two inspections in 2023: Singapore port authority - Americas - The Jakarta Post
thejakartapost.com/world/2024/03/27/baltimore-ship-passed-two-inspections-in-2023-singapore-port-authority.html
It's a boy! Athens zoo welcomes birth of rare pygmy hippo: A rare and endangered pygmy hippopotamus has been born in Athens' Attica Zoological Park for the first ...
reuters.com/world/europe/its-boy-athens-zoo-welcomes-birth-rare-pygmy-hippo-2024-03-20/
In rare move, motor insurer AIG in Singapore stops insuring McLarens driven to Malaysia
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/03/24/in-rare-move-motor-insurer-aig-in-singapore-stops-insuring-mclarens-driven-to-malaysia
Singapore undone by controversial penalty in 4-1 loss to China in World Cup qualifier
straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-undone-by-controversial-penalty-in-4-1-loss-to-china-in-world-cup-qualifier
China football captain makes retirement U-turn with World Cup hopes in balance: BEIJING: China captain Zhang Linpeng is in line to play in a crucial World Cup ...
channelnewsasia.com/sport/china-football-captain-zhang-linpeng-retirement-u-turn-world-cup-qualifier-4220541
Singapore Prime Office Rents Jump to Highest Since 2008: Office rents in Singapore reached a 15-year high in the first quarter, defying the commercial property ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-27/singapore-prime-office-rents-jump-to-highest-since-2008
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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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Firefighters battle early morning blaze for 3 hours in Kranji: There were no reported injuries.
straitstimes.com/singapore/firefighters-battle-early-morning-blaze-for-3-hours-in-kranji
Cargo ship operator involved in Baltimore crash has been sued in the past: The claims were tied to worker injuries on other ships owned and operated by the ...
pennlive.com/nation-world/2024/03/cargo-ship-operator-involved-in-baltimore-crash-has-been-sued-in-the-past.html
Man forged mother’s signature to sell her Rolls-Royce to pay off debts from gifting garlands at clubs
straitstimes.com/singapore/man-forged-mother-s-signature-to-sell-her-rolls-royce-to-pay-off-debts-from-gifting-garlands-at-clubs
Sentosa sky lantern festival attendees who file reports with Case to get full refund
straitstimes.com/singapore/consumer/sentosa-sky-lantern-festival-attendees-who-file-reports-with-case-to-get-full-refund
Japanese musician Kitaro to perform in Singapore in June: His upcoming Sands Theatre show marks his first concert here in seven years.
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/japanese-musician-kitaro-to-perform-in-singapore-in-june
Record number of travellers clear Woodlands, Tuas checkpoints on March 28: The figure of 510,000 is a record for the most number of travellers using land ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/record-number-of-travellers-clear-woodlands-tuas-checkpoints-on-march-28
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
Regardless of Grades: How does the obsession with grades affect parents and children in Singapore?
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/regardless-grades-how-does-obsession-grades-affect-parents-and-children-singapore-4219311
Goh Meng Seng issued POFMA order over Facebook posts linking Lum Kok Seng with Iswaran and LTA
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/goh-meng-seng-issued-pofma-order-over-claims-lum-kok-seng-iswaran-lta-links-4226101
‘Fans are seeing the fight’, says Lions skipper Hariss Harun after draw and loss to China
straitstimes.com/sport/football/fans-are-seeing-the-fight-says-lions-skipper-hariss-harun-after-draw-loss-to-china
Singapore fight back to draw 2-2 with China in Tsutomu Ogura’s first match as Lions coach
straitstimes.com/sport/football/singapore-fight-back-to-draw-2-2-with-china-in-tsutomu-ogura-s-first-match-as-lions-coach
Singer Bruno Mars to host Singapore tour afterparty at Marquee on April 6: The American pop star will perform three sold-out concerts at National Stadium on ...
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singer-bruno-mars-to-host-singapore-tour-afterparty-at-marquee-on-april-6
This is why parents go to great lengths to conquer PSLE. But what do their children say?
channelnewsasia.com/cna-insider/regardless-of-grades-psle-scoring-system-parents-pupils-tuition-4227551
American expat shares why he chose to relocate to Singapore and 'it's not because of the salary'
asiaone.com/lifestyle/american-shares-why-he-chose-relocate-singapore-its-not-because-salary
Mercury rising: 2024 high of 36.3 deg C recorded in Choa Chu Kang on March 24: Before this, the highest temperature of 2024 was 36 deg C, recorded on Sentosa on ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/mercury-rising-2024-high-of-363-deg-c-recorded-in-choa-chu-kang-on-march-24
This small Southeast Asian country has 'engineered' a society that lives to 100 – here's how
cnbc.com/2024/03/27/singapore-has-engineered-a-society-that-lives-to-100-heres-how.html
Will Corrective Work Orders be more effective if done as a family?: While Corrective Work Order (CWO) is a punishment, it may not act as a deterrent ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/litterbug-littering-cwo-why-dirty-toilet-coffeeshop-4227366
London Zoo: Baby gorilla cuddled by mother remains nameless: The newest endangered baby gorilla at the London Zoo is more than six weeks old but doesn’t yet have ...
apnews.com/article/baby-gorillas-london-zoo-reptiles-amphibians-d62f97f14098502ec4474e08aaccfdfc
Singaporean Joye Cai, 15, takes up K-pop trainee contract offer after Fifty Fifty audition
straitstimes.com/life/entertainment/singaporean-joye-cai-15-takes-up-k-pop-trainee-contract-offer-after-fifty-fifty-audition
Oklahoma prosecutors will not file charges in fight involving teenager Nex Benedict
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/21/nex-benedict-death-oklahoma-charges/73061299007/
Singapore's Taylor Swift jackpot about more than exclusivity: Gary Ng is senior economist for Asia-Pacific thematic research at Natixis in Hong Kong and a ...
asia.nikkei.com/Opinion/Singapore-s-Taylor-Swift-jackpot-about-more-than-exclusivity
UN Security Council demands immediate Gaza ceasefire for first time as US abstains
channelnewsasia.com/world/un-security-council-demands-immediate-gaza-ceasefire-first-time-us-abstains-4220456
Quick Glance: UN Demand for Gaza Cease-Fire Sparks US-Israel Clash
- The UN Security Council demands a Gaza cease-fire, leading the US to abstain, causing tension with Israel.
- The resolution calls for hostage release without making it a condition for the Ramadan cease-fire.
- US abstains due to lack of Hamas condemnation, emphasizing the link between cease-fire and hostage release.
- Concerns raised over resolution's impact on negotiations and importance of a lasting cease-fire are highlighted.
Manatee cow finds new home, pressure to breed, in French zoo: A Paris zoo has welcomed a young manatee cow from a zoo in central France, hoping it will breed ...
reuters.com/lifestyle/manatee-cow-finds-new-home-pressure-breed-french-zoo-2024-03-27/
Worm Moon to light up Singapore sky: The Worm Moon should be visible at the horizon by 7.30pm if skies are clear.
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/worm-moon-mar-25-micromoon-viewing-time-locations-4219446
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
UOB CEO Wee Ee Cheong’s 2023 pay rises 12% to $15.9 million: His annual remuneration comprises a base salary of $1.2 million, as well as a bonus of $14.7 million ...
straitstimes.com/business/uob-ceo-wee-ee-cheong-s-2023-pay-rises-12-to-159-million
Why is it so hard for bike-sharing companies to survive in Singapore?: With SG Bike's impending exit from the market, only two operators are left in Singapore - ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/bike-sharing-challenge-public-transport-business-government-commercial-4217821
Inside Chester Zoo's 'incredible' new snow leopard habitat: The 'state-of-the-art' habitat has air-cooled caves to replicate the climate in the ...
cheshire-live.co.uk/news/chester-cheshire-news/inside-chester-zoos-incredible-new-28859566
Positive signs early in Ogura's tenure, but much to do for new coach and Lions, say football observers
channelnewsasia.com/sport/singapore-lions-china-world-cup-qualifier-tsutomu-ogura-positive-signs-4224911
Man charged with selling illegal streaming devices at Sim Lim Square, infringing copyright of Disney, Netflix
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/owner-sim-lim-square-shops-charged-sell-illegal-streaming-devices-epl-netflix-disney-4221871
Meet Henry Ng, possibly the last lion head maker in Singapore: Henry Ng has spent a lifetime dedicated to the craft of making lion dance lion heads by hand.
cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com/remarkable-living/lion-head-maker-henry-ng-singapore-244021
Biopic movie 'Reagan,' mostly filmed in Oklahoma, finally has a release date: What we know
oklahoman.com/story/entertainment/2024/03/27/ronald-reagan-movie-filmed-okc-guthrie-ok-opening-august-30/73111278007/
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OKC planners want to open the door to 'granny flats,' accessory dwelling units, but where?
oklahoman.com/story/business/real-estate/2024/03/24/okc-real-estate-accessory-dwelling-units-may-be-approved/72992180007/
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'Good boy!' Dogs do understand us, says new study: The brain wave study suggests that hearing the names of their favourite toys actually activates dogs’ memories ...
straitstimes.com/world/good-boy-dogs-do-understand-us-says-new-study
'I don't care whether I lose or make money': 27-year-old Singaporean buys $200k condo in JB
asiaone.com/lifestyle/i-dont-care-whether-i-lose-or-make-money-27-year-old-singaporean-buys-200k-condo-jb
Malaysians working in Singapore gain spending power as ringgit slumps: SINGAPORE -- Pius Chuo, a 30-year-old Malaysian working as a business development ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Currencies/Malaysians-working-in-Singapore-gain-spending-power-as-ringgit-slumps2
Why Oklahoma Democrats are making a third call for a House investigation into Ryan Walters
oklahoman.com/story/news/politics/state/2024/03/27/ryan-walters-oklahoma-state-department-education-democrats-call-third-investigation/73118998007/
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Boy, 9, showed no emotion after strangling nine rabbits to death at petting zoo: The child was said to have shown 'no emotion' after killing the ...
metro.co.uk/2024/03/20/horror-boy-9-strangles-rabbits-guinea-pigs-death-zoo-20496611/
Quick Glance: Boy, 9, Shows Lack of Emotion After Tragic Incident at Petting Zoo
- A child strangled nine rabbits and two guinea pigs to death during a solitary visit to a petting zoo.
- The nine-year-old displayed no reaction, as reported by the manager of the Rekerhout Petting Zoo in Alkmaar, Netherlands.
- On March 11, the boy entered the petting zoo by himself before the unfortunate events unfolded.
- Despite being under 12 years old, the young boy will not face legal consequences but will be placed in a care program.
PSLE scripts now marked on computer screen: The number of teachers deployed for PSLE marking has been halved from 14,000 to 7,000.
straitstimes.com/singapore/psle-scripts-now-marked-on-computer-screen
A new Japanese restaurant tops 'Asia's 50 Best Restaurants' list: Tokyo's Sézanne topped this year's list, which included restaurants in 19 cities across the ...
cnbc.com/2024/03/28/what-are-the-best-restaurants-in-asia-here-the-top-50-for-2024-.html
Quick Glance: Innovative restaurant leads 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia'
- The prestigious Sézanne in Tokyo is crowned the winner of the 'Top 50 Best Restaurants in Asia 2024'.
- In addition to the nine Japanese restaurants on the list, restaurants from the small city-state of Singapore also made the cut.
- With 11 restaurants on the list, China leads ahead of Singapore, with six in Hong Kong, four in Shanghai, and one in Macao recognized.
- The restaurants on the top 50 list are spread across 19 cities in Asia.
Singapore Sees Inflation Bump From Lunar New Year Spending: Singapore’s core inflation quickened in February as expected on seasonally stronger demand around the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-25/singapore-sees-inflation-bump-from-lunar-new-year-spending
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Singaporean world champion kitefoiler Max Maeder wins European title: SINGAPORE: Formula Kite world champion Maximilian Maeder clinched another famous victory on ...
channelnewsasia.com/sport/kitefoiler-max-maeder-formula-kite-european-championships-4218501
Take a look at this funky new airline business-class concept that features a sofa bed instead of a recliner
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Speaking Her Truth: Banking tech head failed O-level English thrice, but never gave up
straitstimes.com/life/speaking-her-truth-banking-tech-head-failed-o-level-english-thrice-but-never-gave-up
Tax havens and worker exploitation: Baltimore bridge disaster gives glimpse into 'murky world' of shipping
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-28/ship-owner-in-baltimore-bridge-tragedy-vessel-banned-australia/103642216
Take a look inside Class 95 DJ Justin Ang's S$2.5 million penthouse condo: The Class 95 DJ and his wife spared no expense for their first home ...
cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/living/justin-ang-class-95-dj-new-penthouse-home-look-inside-387366
Cordlife probe: Chief financial officer arrested, released on bail: SINGAPORE: Cordlife Chief Financial Officer Thet Hnin Yi has been arrested amid ...
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/cordlife-probe-cfo-arrested-police-released-bail-4224931
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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More than 950,000 HDB households to receive U-Save and S&CC rebates in April: The rebates are part of the permanent GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme and the Assurance ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/more-than-950000-hdb-households-to-receive-u-save-and-scc-rebates-in-april
Singapore starts dual probes of Baltimore bridge collapse : SINGAPORE -- Singapore will launch dual investigations of the Baltimore bridge collapse ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Transportation/Singapore-starts-dual-probes-of-Baltimore-bridge-collapse
'Is this appropriate?' Tourist from China upset after 'humiliating' thumbs-down from MacRitchie TreeTop Walk security officer
asiaone.com/singapore/is-this-appropriate-tourist-china-upset-after-humiliating-thumbs-down-macritchie-treetop-walk-security-officer
Japan's Kuraray plans Singapore plant for packaging that cuts food waste: TOKYO -- Japanese plastic maker Kuraray will construct a $410 million plant in ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Materials/Japan-s-Kuraray-plans-Singapore-plant-for-packaging-that-cuts-food-waste
Yes, it's snowing in OKC at the end of March. See the latest forecast update: Rain and snow were falling in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas Wednesday morning ...
oklahoman.com/story/news/2024/03/27/weather-radar-okc-snowfall-rain-forecast/73118246007/
Poll: More Gen Z and boomers in Singapore buying into crypto: More young and also older Singaporeans are buying into cryptocurrencies as the market picks up ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/03/29/poll-more-gen-z-and-boomers-in-singapore-buying-into-crypto
Spare the rod: Some parents, such as actor Andie Chen, believe caning should be the last resort
straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/spare-the-rod-some-parents-such-as-actor-andie-chen-believe-caning-should-be-the-last-resort
Quick Glance: Gentle Parenting: Actor Andie Chen Advocates for Last Resort Caning
- Actor Andie Chen disapproves of physical punishment unless as a final option.
- Chen has only caned his children twice to maintain discipline.
- Despite expert warnings, many parents still resort to corporal punishment.
- Experts emphasize alternative discipline methods and caution against long-term impacts.
Couple charged with mischief after allegedly disrupting lion dance contest: They were previously fined for harassing a nurse during the Covid-19 pandemic.
straitstimes.com/singapore/courts-crime/couple-charged-with-mischief-after-they-allegedly-disrupted-lion-dance-contest
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