The Government of Singapore on Friday pledged a seed money of USD 50,000 in humanitarian assistance for the people of Pakistan, affected by devastating floods. “The Singapore Government will contribute US$ 50,000 as seed money to support the Singapore Red Cross (SRC)’s public fundraising efforts towards the humanitarian crisis, caused by floods in Pakistan,” Singapore…
Singapore’s reputation as a safe harbor for wealthy mainland Chinese families is fading, reversing an inflow that came at the expense of rival wealth hubs like Hong Kong and Japan. Its allure for China’s wealthy surged after 2019, when a wave of pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong led to a clampdown by Beijing and the…
Two types of story dominated the chatter in the newsroom this week. The watercooler favourite? The antics of high-profile CEOs, with the departure of Nestle’s boss over an undisclosed affair with a subordinate and the resignation of Suntory’s CEO over the possible purchase of illegal substances both causing a stir in the London and Singapore…
Pakistan recorded a convincing 3-0 victory over Uzbekistan to secure a place in the Quarterfinals of the ATF 12 & under Team Competition Finals, in Singapore. In the first singles match, Rashid Ali Bachani defeated Zinatulin Milan 6-4, 6-2. • In the second singles, Shayan Afridi outclassed Ziyatov Azamjon 6-1, 6-1. • In the doubles…
In June, my children and I flew from Singapore to Texas to visit family. Several weeks later, we met up with my husband in New York City. Then I flew, solo, back to Asia, later followed by my husband. Eventually the kids returned with a set of grandparents in tow. All in, our summer trip…
Customers buying groceries at a supermarket in Singapore. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Singapore’s reputation for financial prudence and high savings is showing signs of strain. Rising costs and a growing prioritization for experiences and self-care are taking precedence over long-term financial planning, experts observed. “At the end of every month, when my salary…
Resorts World Sentosa will “be ready” when Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority considers its casino license renewal in 2026, the company’s CEO Lee Shi Ruh told CNBC late last month. In November 2024, Singapore’s gambling agency announced it was renewing the integrated resort’s casino license for two years, instead of three, citing “unsatisfactory” tourism performance from…
Civil jet airplanes of Singapore Airlines and its subsidiaries — Tigerair, Silkair and Scoot — at Changi International Airport, Singapore. Universal Images Group | Getty Images Shares of Singapore Airlines (SIA) fell after the carrier reported a 59% decline in earnings for the first quarter of its 2025/2026 financial year. Stock of SIA fell more…
This photo shows the Marina Bay Sands hotels resort and Garden by the Bay domes backdropped with the city skyline in Singapore on June 27, 2025. Roslan Rahman | Afp | Getty Images Singapore’s economy grew at 4.3% year over year in the second quarter of the year, accelerating from 4.1% in the first quarter…
In a disappointing turn of events, Pakistan and Afghanistan have both failed to qualify for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 following a series of unfortunate results in the qualifiers. India and Bangladesh, placed together in Group C, both are also on the verge of elimination from the qualifying stage. India, placed in Group C alongside Bangladesh,…
