Singapore to close workplaces, schools too
Singapore will close schools and workplaces while people are being told to stay home, as the city-state ramps up curbs to stem the spread of coronavirus, the premier said Friday.
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Singapore donates 40,000 testing kits to Philippines
Singapore donated 40,000 testing kits to the Philippines on Sunday when the Chinese embassy in Manila insisted that its donation of 100,000 kits were effective against the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
On Coronavirus, Singapore shows the way
Despite its economic and geographic links with China, Singapore has managed to keep virus numbers low and public life almost unaffected.
S’pore closes bars, entertainment venues
Singapore will close all bars and entertainment venues like night clubs, discos, cinemas, theatres and karaoke outlets from 11.59 pm Thursday till April 30 to curb COVID-19 spread.
Singapore to allow ship barred by Malaysia, Thailand to dock
Singapore will allow Costa Fortuna cruise ship carrying about 2,000 people to dock.
Street Art Fest++ Bids Farewell with a Huge Success
The historic Street Art Fest++, a unique celebration of 55 years of diplomatic ties between Singapore and Cambodia, reached its peak on Saturday, leaving with a promise that it will be back again in the future.
International Business Night 2020 at SAF++
The celebration of diplomatic ties between Cambodia and Singapore was extended to the local business community as they were cherished in a special event dubbed the International Business Night 2020 on Friday.
SAF++: First-ever bilateral festival a huge success in promoting street art
Street Art Festival++, great success as traditional and contemporary art can co-exist.
Street art launched to mark Singapore, Cambodia’s ties
The Singaporean Embassy launches the street art festival.
Singapore orders anti-govt website to warn readers of falsehoods
Singapore orders the Facebook page of an anti-government website Saturday to warn readers it regularly posts falsehoods, the first time authorities have taken such action under a tough law against misinformation.
Singapore court rejects challenge to law on fake news
The first legal challenge to Singapore’s law against online misinformation was rejected Wednesday, a blow to opponents who say it is being used to stifle dissent before elections.
Malaysian citizen infected with coronavirus
A Malaysian citizen got coronavirus after travelling to Singapore.
Jack Ma, Grab, eye chances in Singapore digital bank battle
Singapore is opening up its banking industry to digital lenders.
Singapore faces first legal challenge over misinfo law
SDP mounts the first legal challenge against Singapore online misinformation law.
Singapore economy grew just 0.7 pct in 2019: Government
Singapore’s economy grows just 0.7 percent last year.
Street Art Fest++ to celebrate common love for arts
Art enthusiasts and foodies rejoice, as something very exciting is coming in February! Dubbed the “Street Art Fest++”, it will be the first ever event that celebrates the relationship between Singapore and Cambodia, while also paying homage to shared cultures.
Heng Swee Keat’s awkward start to succession
Singapore’s Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat was introduced to his fellow countrymen as the chosen successor to Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at the end of 2018.
Mock skyscrapers, simulated rain at Singapore self-driving test centre
Welcome to Singapore’s self-drive test centre.
Singapore-Cambodia on show at upcoming art festival
A special festival to commemorate 55 years of bilateral Singapore-Cambodia ties.
Singapore defends misinformation law after criticism
Singapore has defended a controversial new law against misinformation that it has wielded against Facebook, after an opposition party launched a withering attack on the legislation.
December Shiok Night at Singapore Medical Center
Within the “SCC Shiok Night”, a hundred companies from various business sectors and medical centers enthusiastically took part in a lively networking session through dynamic dialogue.
Malaysia undecided over third bridge to S’pore
The much talked-about third bridge linking Malaysia to Singapore will likely be decided only after a comprehensive research is carried out on its necessity to alleviate traffic congestion into Johor state, Malaysia’s home minister said on Sunday.
FB corrrects post under S’pore law against misinformation
Facebook published a correction on a user’s post Saturday following a demand from Singapore, the first time a tech giant has complied with the city-state’s law against misinformation.
High spirits at Singapore’s school for gin
In a Singapore distillery, the smell of pine, citrus and flowers fills the air as students crush juniper berries, blending them with their own choice of ingredients to make custom gin with an Asian twist.
Singapore Embassy proposes street art festival
A street art festival to mark the 55-year anniversary of Cambodia-Singapore relations.
New Singaporean-Cambodian project to upgrade skills of Kingdom’s youth
A joint program expected to equip local students with the know-how.
Why Hong Kong violence concerns Singapore
Singaporean leaders tend to be blunt when it comes to Chinese affairs. The ongoing turmoil in Hong Kong is no exception.
Singapore sees faster jobs growth
Singapore’s total employment grew at a faster pace in the third quarter of this year.
Singapore Scholarships dream shot for first-world education
SINGAPORE is a dream education hub in Asean for many young high school graduates when it comes to seeking a strong career path leading towards a BA, a Masters or a PhD.
China, Singapore agree to enhance BRI, trade cooperation
The upgraded version of the China-Singapore FTA will take effect on Oct 16.
