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Singapore Makers Craft Everlasting Blooms
Culturechannel-news-asia2d ago

Singapore Makers Craft Everlasting Blooms

Four Singaporean makers are highlighted for creating handcrafted, everlasting flowers from materials like crocheted yarn, paper, and pipe cleaners, with some also offering workshops.

Maximizing Solar Panel Adoption in Singapore
Businesschannel-news-asia2d ago

Maximizing Solar Panel Adoption in Singapore

Despite the availability of cheaper and better solar panels, Singapore faces challenges in maximizing their adoption, with only about 8% of landed homes and condominiums having installed them as of 2025.

Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines Launch Interline Partnership
BusinessVnExpress5d ago

Singapore Airlines and Southwest Airlines Launch Interline Partnership

Singapore Airlines and Dallas-based Southwest Airlines have established an interline partnership, allowing travelers from Vietnam and across Asia to book a single ticket from Changi Airport to nearly 120 U.S. cities. This collaboration simplifies travel for passengers connecting between the two airlines' networks.

Man Jailed for Forging Medical Invoices to Claim S$12,000
Businesschannel-news-asia10d ago

Man Jailed for Forging Medical Invoices to Claim S$12,000

A man in Singapore has been sentenced to jail for forging medical invoices to fraudulently claim S$12,000 from his company's insurer. The deception went undetected for over two years due to the legitimate appearance of the forged documents.

BTS Concerts Drive Hotel Bookings and Scam Warnings
BusinessKorea Heraldchannel-news-asia11d ago2 sources

BTS Concerts Drive Hotel Bookings and Scam Warnings

Foreign hotel bookings in Busan have surged in anticipation of a BTS concert, while authorities in Singapore have issued warnings about ticket scams ahead of presales for the group's concert there.

BusinessReutersnikkei-asiastraits-times13d ago3 sources

DBS to Expand Wealth Management with New Asian Centers

DBS plans to open 18 new wealth centers across Asia, including two in Singapore by late 2027, to enhance its advisory services for affluent clients. This expansion aims to cater to the growing demand for wealth management advice among rich Asians.

IATA Urges Air Passengers to Leave Bags During Evacuations
BusinessThe Guardianchannel-news-asia5d ago2 sources

IATA Urges Air Passengers to Leave Bags During Evacuations

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a new campaign urging air passengers to leave their bags behind during aircraft evacuations, highlighting the risks posed by retrieving luggage in emergencies.

Singapore PM Wong Warns of US-China 'Mutually Assured Disruption'
Worldchannel-news-asia6d ago

Singapore PM Wong Warns of US-China 'Mutually Assured Disruption'

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stated that the US and China are in a 'mutually assured disruption' dynamic, where both sides would be worse off if they continue imposing restrictions on one another. He emphasized Singapore's aim for friendly ties with many countries.

Woman convicted for Singapore PR investment scheme
Worldchannel-news-asia6d ago

Woman convicted for Singapore PR investment scheme

A woman has been convicted for operating an immigration investment scheme that allowed foreigners to gain permanent residency status in Singapore. The scheme involved "investments" of S$360,000 and fraudulent employment passes.

Singaporean High Sheriff Volunteers in Wales
Culturechannel-news-asia8d ago

Singaporean High Sheriff Volunteers in Wales

Mrs. Shereen Aziz Williams, a Singaporean living in Wales, has become a kebaya-wearing high sheriff, dedicating her time to volunteering with vulnerable communities and integrating her Singaporean heritage into her new life.

Airlines Avoid Jet Fuel Shortage Amid Iran Conflict
WorldThe Guardianchannel-news-asia9d ago2 sources

Airlines Avoid Jet Fuel Shortage Amid Iran Conflict

Despite earlier warnings of a looming jet fuel supply crunch due to the Iran conflict, major airlines report having sufficient fuel for the coming months, having successfully navigated the potential crisis.

Singapore Rivals Japan for World's Longest Lifespans
WorldVnExpress10d ago

Singapore Rivals Japan for World's Longest Lifespans

Singapore residents now boast a record average lifespan of 83.9 years, narrowing the gap with Japan to approximately a tenth of a year. This data was released by the Department of Statistics (SingStat) on June 3.

Guide to Buying Furniture from Johor Bahru for Homeowners
Businesschannel-news-asia11d ago

Guide to Buying Furniture from Johor Bahru for Homeowners

Homeowners are exploring options for buying furniture from Johor Bahru (JB), with retailers like ruma Home offering design-led furniture at accessible prices. The article provides insights into the value and considerations for Singaporean customers, including delivery and after-sales support.

Pete Hegseth's 'Shangri-La' Speech Sparks International Discussion
Worlddelfi-ltluxemburger-wortndtv12d ago3 sources

Pete Hegseth's 'Shangri-La' Speech Sparks International Discussion

Pete Hegseth's speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore has drawn significant international attention and discussion. The speech's content has prompted various interpretations and reactions, particularly concerning its implications for US foreign policy.

Analysis of Various Stock Investment Opportunities
BusinessYahoo1d ago

Analysis of Various Stock Investment Opportunities

This collection of articles provides investment analysis on a variety of stocks, including comparisons between pipeline companies like Enbridge and Oneok, and evaluations of individual companies such as Mastercard, Nike, Grab Holdings, Crocs, Salesforce, Bandwidth, Maplebear, Genesis Energy, and Birkenstock.

Singapore MRT Reliability Nears Record High
Businesschannel-news-asia2d ago

Singapore MRT Reliability Nears Record High

Singapore's MRT network achieved a mean kilometres between failures of 2,500,000 train-km in May, with the Circle Line's performance improving by 50%, bringing overall reliability close to a record high.

Commentary on Influence Operations Threat in Singapore
Politicschannel-news-asia5d ago

Commentary on Influence Operations Threat in Singapore

A strategic consultancy managing director discusses the difficulty in discerning the origins and motives of social media posts attacking Singaporean society, and ways to respond to the undefined but ever-present threat of influence operations.

PM Wong Addresses Global Challenge of Declining Fertility Rates
Worldchannel-news-asia6d ago

PM Wong Addresses Global Challenge of Declining Fertility Rates

Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stated that declining fertility is a global challenge with no easy answers, but efforts to address it are still worthwhile. He confirmed there are no new population planning parameters, with the goal remaining to maintain stability and avoid population decline.

Businessstraits-times13d ago

Mega LNG-Powered Ship Calls on Singapore

A mega LNG-powered ship, described as longer than the Eiffel Tower is tall, has made a port call in Singapore. This event highlights the growing presence of large, environmentally friendly vessels in global shipping.