Private screening of Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story to be held in Indonesia
An international publicity campaign for Akbar Khan’s ‘Taj Mahal: An Eternal Love Story’ has been crafted for its first overseas release, introduced one country at...
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Malaysia Airlines and subsidiaries announce flight reductions amid safety issues
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company, announced the decision on August 24, stating that it is taking steps to address these disruptions and ensure long-term operational stability.
Global experts gather in Bangkok as final plastic treaty talks approach
Microplastics, the tiny particles resulting from the breakdown of larger plastics, have been discovered in the most remote parts of the Earth, from the deepest ocean trenches to human breastmilk.
Convicted oil tycoon’s property fetches US$39.2 million, reflecting price drop in luxury market
A mansion owned by convicted oil tycoon OK Lim has been sold at nearly US$3.1 million below its original asking price.
Road safety alarm: Singapore sees rise in deadly traffic accidents in early 2024
Traffic accidents and fatalities in Singapore have risen in the first half of 2024, with a notable increase in deaths due to speeding and drink driving.
Singapore’s energy future: solar farms in Australia and hydropower from Sarawak
Singapore is setting its sights on international renewable energy sources to meet its rising power demands, particularly from data centres.
MoneyHero offers $10.5 million to acquire MoneySmart
MoneyHero, the company behind personal finance platforms SingSaver and Seedly, has announced a $10.5 million bid to acquire rival MoneySmart.
Singapore sees core inflation fall to 2.5% as price increases slow
Singapore's core inflation rate decreased to 2.5% in July, marking the lowest level since February 2022.
IDX composite rises 0.74%, ends week in green
The surge was primarily driven by strong performances in the financial sector, which climbed 1.24%, and the infrastructure and agriculture sectors, both of which also saw notable increases.
Indonesia plans 500,000 hectares of new rice fields to support Nusantara
This expansion aims to ensure a stable food supply for Nusantara, the new capital under construction on the island of Borneo, and to bolster the country’s overall food security.
PM Wong emphasizes importance of public engagement in foreign policy
PM Wong's remarks come amid a backdrop of increasing global uncertainties and shifting geopolitical dynamics. The Prime Minister highlighted that foreign policy decisions are not only pivotal to Singapore’s national security and economic interests but also play a critical role in shaping the country's international standing and relations with other nations.
Singapore seizes record 9.5kg heroin in major drug operation
Singapore’s Central Narcotics Bureau has announced its largest single heroin seizure of the year, with a 67-year-old man arrested on August 14 for possessing 9.5kg of the drug.
Singapore’s future vision emphasized by PM Wong on milestone day
On his 100th day as Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong emphasized the need for Singapore to balance respect for its past with innovative strategies for the future.