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Best Korean Dermatology Clinic: Why Singaporeans Choose Vands Clinic in Seoul

Singaporeans increasingly choose VandS Clinic Seoul, rated among the best Korean dermatology clinics for English support and fair pricing

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iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max price in India vs US, Canada, Singapore, Dubai: Where is the new iPhone cheapest?

Where is iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Cheapest? Is The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are priced differently across major markets, with the US offering the lowest advertised starting prices among the countries compared. India remains one of the more expensive markets, while Canada,…

The Economic Times

RBI to expand retail forex access with five new currency pairs, plans wider global currency bouquet

The Reserve Bank of India will add five currency pairs—euro, British pound, Swiss franc, Canadian dollar and Emirati dirham—to its FX-Retail platform, widening retail access to foreign exchange. The central bank also plans to add the yen, Australian dollar, Singapore dollar, Hong Kong dollar and New Zealand dollar.

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Singapore considering chemical castration to reduce sex crimes, says minister

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Indian travellers can now use UPI to pay at Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa

Indian travellers can now use UPI to book and pay online for attractions and experiences at Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa, including Universal Studios Singapore. The facility follows an NPCI International-FOMO Pay partnership that will progressively expand UPI acceptance across more Singapore merchants.

The Economic Times

Singapore may consider chemical castration as punishment to reduce sex crimes

Home minister says evidence so far not conclusive about effectiveness of measure

The Independent UK

Singapore Airlines seeks greater influence, tighter governance terms before Air India funding: Report

Singapore Airlines seeks more management influence and governance rights for Air India. This comes as Air India requests significant capital infusion from its owners. Tata Sons has approved its share of the funding, while Singapore Airlines holds a minority stake. The Indian carrier's substantial losses are pressuring Singapore Airlines to…

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World's highest-paid Prime Minister gets salary hike of 9% annually; pledges to donate difference to charity

Singapore’s ministers, who are among the world’s highest-paid government officials, are set to receive their first salary increase in 15 years. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has justified the increase in pay by stating that it is necessary to attract top talent into politics.

The Times of India

World's highest paid Prime Minister received a 64% pay hike earning seven times more than US President Donald Trump

Singapore has approved a 64 percent salary hike for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, taking his annual pay to S$3.6 million (around $2.8 million), roughly seven times what US President Donald Trump earns. Wong, who already held the title of the world's highest paid head of government, said he would donate…

The Economic Times

22-Year-Old Singaporean Who Blew a $245M Bitcoin Haul on Ferraris and $569k Club Night Pleads Guilty

Lam spent $569,528 at a Los Angeles club in one night as prosecutors continue pursuing 18 defendants in the sprawling case

International Business Times UK

Singapore man pleads guilty to orchestrating $240 million bitcoin theft from DC resident

A 22-year-old man from Singapore has pleaded guilty to teaming up with friends to steal nearly a quarter-billion dollars in bitcoin from a Washington, D.C., resident and then embarking on a wild spending spree with the laundered proceeds

The Independent UK

Why Air India's funding call has come under political scrutiny in Singapore

Air India's reported $1.5 billion funding request from Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines has triggered political scrutiny in Singapore over state investor Temasek's indirect exposure to the Indian carrier. Singapore officials defended Singapore Airlines' investment decisions while condemning anti-Indian online abuse targeting Temasek CEO Dilhan Pillay Sandrasegara.

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Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong now receives £2.1m annual salary

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The Independent UK

Singapore ministers, among world's highest paid government officials, get first raise in 15 years

Singapore's ministers, already among the world's highest paid government officials, are getting a raise for the first time in 15 years

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Why the next Atmanirbhar challenge for Indian business may be arbitration

As India experiences significant economic growth, there is a call to address overseas commercial disputes on home soil. Traditionally, Indian companies have favored arbitration venues in Singapore and London. However, the government's vision is to cultivate trustworthy arbitration institutions, promoting self-reliance and expanding the global presence of Indian professionals in…

The Economic Times

Singapore PM Lawrence Wong proposes big salary increase for ministers

Singapore's government will significantly increase ministerial salaries, aiming to attract top talent. Junior ministers could earn up to S$1.8 million annually, while the prime minister's salary will rise. The prime minister will donate his full salary increase to charity for five years. These high salaries aim to prevent corruption and…

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Singapore defends SIA’s Air India investment, says overseas growth is essential

Singapore's transport minister defended Singapore Airlines' Air India investment. The airline needs overseas expansion due to limited domestic travel. Singapore Airlines finances its investments from internal resources. The Air India transformation is a long-term strategic commitment. This investment aligns with the airline's multi-hub strategy.

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Canada's pivot to Asia is finally real. The challenge is that neither side knows much about the other

For four decades, Canadian commercial life has been organized around the belief that access to the U.S. market was a constant, rather than a variable.

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The Independent UK

Inside the crazy party life of alleged crypto scammers who went on spending spree after $240 million bitcoin theft

An alleged ringleader, 22-year-old Malone Lam, spent over $569,000 in one evening at a Los Angeles night club

The Economic Times

Police looking into 'shameful' racist online comments about Nepal-Tibet disaster, Air India: Singapore Senior Minister Shanmugam

Singapore is investigating racist online commentary regarding the Nepal-Tibet disaster. Authorities are also examining Singapore Airlines' financial ties to Air India. Senior Minister K Shanmugam condemned the hateful and unacceptable online remarks. He stated that social media platforms will be directed to remove violating content. Singapore aims to safeguard its…

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Volcanic eruption halts flights at Jakarta and seven other Indonesian airports

Ash cloud from Anak Krakatau affects hundreds of flights and some school and fishing activities

Times Life

Travelling With Medication in India and Abroad: Prescriptions, Customs and Cold Chain Storage

The Documentation You Need Before You PackCarry the original prescription from a registered medical practitioner for every medication in your bag. For travel abroad, get a letter on the doctor's letterhead that states your name, the drug's generic name (not just the brand), the dosage, the condition it treats, and…

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ASEAN can still hedge between America and China on AI. It needs to get its act together first

Can ASEAN members draw from both the Chinese and Western ecosystems in pursuit of their own interests?

The Economic Times

Singapore government won’t interfere in decisions on Air India

In a decisive stance, Singapore's government has stated it will not step into Singapore Airlines' investment decisions concerning Air India. Senior Minister K Shanmugam highlighted that upholding commercial discipline is crucial. Air India is pursuing one billion dollars from its parent companies, Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines, with financial backing…

Times Life

Taking Your Pet on an Indian Train or Flight: Crate Rules, Paperwork and Routes That Work

What the Airlines Actually AllowIndiGo does not allow pets in the cabin. Air India does, but only on select routes and only for cats and dogs under 7 kg combined weight with the carrier. Akasa Air permits in-cabin pets on domestic sectors with advance notice. Vistara, now merged into Air…

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