Catalan leader Salvador Illa is looking to Singapore's housing model while prioritizing a new autonomous financing model for Catalonia, putting aside the transfer of income tax. He emphasized that excuses for inaction on financing are over for all parties involved.

Hongkong Land has completed the acquisition of Wheelock Place in Singapore for $900 million through its Singapore Central Private Real Estate Fund, marking the fund's first purchase and increasing its assets under management to $7.3 billion.

A woman who moved from Singapore to London and taught herself to cook out of homesickness has successfully launched Rempapa Spice Co, publishing two cookbooks and aiming to popularize rempah in Britain.

Singapore's Ministry of Education will expand its Tamil and Chinese language elective programmes and the Malay (Special Programme), offering more students opportunities to deepen their learning of mother tongue languages.

K-pop girl group Mamamoo, featuring Solar, Moonbyul, Wheein, and Hwasa, staged their '4ward' concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. The performance showcased their vocal prowess, solidifying their reputation as K-pop's 'vocal queens'.

The Singaporean government has taken possession of the home of founding father Lee Kuan Yew, bringing an end to a nearly decade-long family dispute over the property.

India's Supreme Court has requested the Centre's viewpoint on whether polygamy among Muslims should be banned, indicating a potential legal review of the practice.

Despite stiffer penalties and increased enforcement, Singapore continues to face challenges in curbing motorists' need for speed. The article discusses whether the speeding problem can be solved and how.

Singapore's Law Society is applying to have Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh struck off the rolls, following his conviction for giving false evidence under oath, with a High Court hearing scheduled for August 13.

A woman was sentenced to jail for swapping seats with her boyfriend, who was banned from driving, and then lying to the police. In a separate incident, she also obstructed traffic after mounting a curb and leaving her car.

Ms. Geraldine Low, currently Deputy Secretary (Development) at the Ministry of National Development, will be appointed as the new CEO of Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) effective September 1.

Singapore has reduced the demerit points required for a first license suspension from 24 to 18 and extended suspension periods, following a deterioration in road safety with fatalities reaching a 10-year high in 2025.

Singapore's Land Transport Authority is evaluating Bus Rapid Transit systems from cities like Shanghai and Seoul for potential implementation in Tuas South, with a view to islandwide rollout.

HSBC Holdings Plc and Singaporean banks are projected to demonstrate stronger earnings across the board. This positive outlook is buoyed by the robust performance of their wealth management businesses and resilient fee income.

Comedian Vir Das stated that his controversial 'Two Indias' monologue resulted in him having no income for two years and being banned in Madhya Pradesh.

The Singapore government has completed the acquisition and taken possession of 38 Oxley Road, the former residence of the late Lee Kuan Yew. This acquisition resolves a long-standing family dispute over the property.

A man was arrested in Singapore after allegedly using a catapult to fire marbles, one of which damaged a flat window in Woodlands.

Indian singer Sonu Nigam claimed that T-Series and Zee Music have banned him from the industry due to a copyright fight, with one source calling him an 'activist'.

Singapore is strengthening its ties with Latin America, marked by the MERCOSUR trade pact taking effect for Brazil, as both nations prepare to celebrate 60 years of diplomatic relations in 2027.

Mandopop star Wang Leehom has released a new English song titled 'Hope' in collaboration with Singaporean producer Goh Kheng Long. The uplifting track aims to support Epworth Community Services, a Singaporean social service agency assisting children, youths, and families.

Two firefighters sustained burn injuries while battling a flat fire in Clementi and were subsequently transported to Singapore General Hospital.

Tom Waits has shared a new spoken word piece titled 'The Fly,' which serves as the B-side to his 'Boots on the Ground' collaboration with Massive Attack, marking his first new music since 2011.

Malaysia and Singapore are set to officially launch the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Master Plan in December, according to Akmal Nasrullah.

Singapore's National Space Agency (SASA) plans to establish a new satellite mission operations centre by the first quarter of 2027. The centre will house capabilities for satellite mission planning, space situational awareness, and multi-agency coordination.

Residents in Singapore are campaigning to protect the Maju forest from impending clearance, highlighting its ecological importance and their long-standing connection to the natural area.

Singapore-based Wave Films has hired Dave Ulmer, former CEO of Cambodian Broadcasting Service, as an Executive Producer to spearhead its expansion into the U.S. market.

Singapore experienced its highest level of retrenchments last quarter since the pandemic began, primarily due to restructuring in overseas-facing industries.

Singapore's Cross Island Line (CRL) will add four new stations, extending its reach to Taman Jurong and western industrial estates by the late 2030s. This expansion will make the CRL the country's longest fully underground MRT line, spanning approximately 67km.

Singapore has recorded its highest number of measles cases in six years, with 40 infections including three vaccinated individuals. Experts state that the country's high vaccination coverage helps keep the risk of a large outbreak low despite the global increase in cases.

The British band Massive Attack has been banned from performing in Singapore after displaying a Palestinian flag during a concert. The decision was made by Singaporean authorities following the incident.

Singaporean ministers K. Shanmugam and Tan See Leng have been awarded S$145,000 each in legal costs following their successful libel suit against Bloomberg. The total amount awarded to them for legal expenses is US$113,000 per minister.

Police in Ho Chi Minh City have broken up a drug trafficking group that injected narcotics into e-cigarettes, arresting 65 suspects, including 10 foreign nationals from Singapore and Malaysia believed to be key players.

Tom Waits has released a new darkly comic spoken-word track titled 'The Fly,' which serves as the B-side to his politically charged collaboration with Massive Attack, 'Boots On The Ground.'

Disposable BBQs are being banned from some parks and beaches as a measure to prevent wildfires.

A unique dog gym in Singapore, Barker & Pooch, is revolutionizing canine fitness with tailored programs including custom-built inclined treadmills, swim sessions, and post-workout recovery to promote healthier lives for pets.

Three former colleagues reunited years after working together to design a home in Singapore, leveraging their shared history and rapport to create light-filled spaces for gatherings and comfort.

Russia continues its crackdown on Jehovah's Witnesses, an organization banned as 'extremist' in 2017, with reports of homes being confiscated.

Five Singapore hotels, ranging from neighborhood stays to Sentosa escapes, are highlighted as options for tourists to explore during the SG61 National Day long weekend.

Singapore's aquaculture sector is adopting digital technologies, including AI-powered shrimp feeding and digital farm records, to enhance efficiency and strengthen local seafood production.

Singapore announced it has taken possession of 38 Oxley Road, the former home of its founding prime minister Lee Kuan Yew, to study its development into a public space, concluding years of public debate.

Singaporean farms, including those producing vegetables, eggs, and seafood, are eligible for a one-off SFA grant of up to S$8,000 to help them cope with increasing operational costs.

A free night-time light trail featuring five interactive art installations inspired by Singaporean myths and folklore is running from August 1 to September 5 in the Bras Basah-Bugis precinct.

Singapore's employment grew in the second quarter, with unemployment rates remaining low and stable, despite an increase in retrenchments and global economic uncertainty.

A French teenager has been fined approximately $465 in Singapore after pleading guilty to a public nuisance charge for a 'straw licking' stunt.