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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.
Singapore-Cambodia ties elevate with the birth of WS Asia Pacific
Singapore and Cambodia continue to form stronger bonds with the establishment of WS Asia Pacific, a new organisation supported by PLMP FinTech and Cambodian Small and Medium Enterprises (CSME).
Singapore enacts law to combat fake news
Singapore’s new law to combat “fake news” came into effect Wednesday despite criticism from tech giants and activists, who labelled the tough rules a “chilling” attempt to stifle dissent.
Singapore detains three Indonesian maids over ISIS funding
Singapore has detained three Indonesian maids without trial under tough security laws over allegations they donated funds to support the Islamic State (IS) group, authorities said.
Singapore records unhealthy air levels due to haze
Pollution from forest fires in Indonesia pushed Singapore’s air to unhealthy levels.
Fitbit targets 1 million new users with Singapore government tie-up
Fitbit signs a contract with the Singapore government to provide fitness trackers.
Singapore faces $72 billion bill to ward off rising sea level
Protecting Singapore against rising sea levels could cost S$100 billion ($72 billion) or more over 100 years, its prime minister said on Sunday, as the low-lying island-state makes preparations to mitigate the impact of global warming.
Singaporean company plans to build smart city in Cambodia
Singaporean Limestone Network is planning to build a smart city in Phnom Penh.
Singapore slashes 2019 growth forecast
Singapore slashes its full-year economic growth forecast.
Singapore’s 54th National Day Reception
His Excellency Michael Tan, Ambassador of the Republic of Singapore and Mrs Grace Tan hosted Singapore’s 54th National Day Reception on 7 August 2019 at the Raffles Hotel Le Royal.
Singapore’s 54th National Day at Raffles Hotel Le Royale
Hundreds of Singaporeans gathered to commemorate the country’s bicentennial National Day in a special event organised by Singapore Club Cambodia last night.
Drug trafficking rising in Singapore: Law Minister
Drug trafficking into Singapore, which has some of the world’s toughest drugs laws, has risen recently, the law minister said on Wednesday, and he defended capital punishment for serious drug crime as reflecting public support.
S’pore PM’s brother backs new opposition party
The Singapore pm’s estranged brother supports a newly-formed opposition party.
