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China, the EU, and Singapore push back against the White House's new ‘Great Transshipment Scam’ report

The White House claimed last week that the rerouting of Chinese goods cost the U.S. as much as $303 billion.

Why a gold-nibbed fountain pen sold for £266k in Singapore auction

Why a gold-nibbed fountain pen sold for £266k in Singapore auction

Montblanc Meisterstück No 146 attracts 111 bids during online auction

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South Korea says will 'coordinate closely' with US on joint drills after Trump announces drawdown

South Korea says will 'coordinate closely' with US on joint drills after Trump announces drawdown

The US president previously slammed the joint drills as “provocative” in 2018 following a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Singapore.

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In 2011, Myanmar suspended a giant China-backed dam after public outrage; it now plans to restart a project that could flood an area the size of Singapore

Myanmar has announced plans to resume the Myitsone hydropower project, valued at $3.6 billion, which has been inactive for 14 years. This China-supported initiative aims to provide essential electricity to the nation. However, challenges regarding environmental degradation and potential displacement for local communities raise serious concerns. Additionally, fears of earthquakes…

The Times of India

Indian envoy leads celebration of Independence Day in Singapore

Indian High Commissioner Shilpak Ambule celebrated India's 80th Independence Day with diaspora members. He read President Murmu's address and honored fallen soldiers at Kranji War Cemetery. Ambule highlighted the significant sacrifices of Indian soldiers during World War II in Malaya. Women from the diaspora showcased India's rich handloom and textile…

The Economic Times

Lions stand in War Elephants' way

Seven-time champions Thailand will take on Singapore in the first leg of the Asean Hyundai Cup semi-finals on Saturday night in a clash between two nations that boast a combined 11 regional titles in the tournament's 30-year history.

World’s 2nd-richest country to give 2.4 million citizens up to S$600 in September 2026 as cost-of-living support: Check who qualifies

The world’s second-richest country Singapore is set to give more than 2.4 million adult citizens up to S$600 in September 2026 under an enhanced cost-of-living support scheme. Eligible citizens will automatically receive the Enhanced B2026 COL Special Payment. Here’s who qualifies, how much they can receive and when the payment…

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India’s FTA exports surge, shipments to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than double

India’s FTA exports surge, shipments to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than double

Exports to Singapore and Sri Lanka more than doubled in the first quarter. Shipments to the ASEAN region also saw significant growth during this period. Malaysia and Australia experienced substantial increases in their export figures. The India-UK trade agreement operationalized, boosting shipments to the UK. Overall, India's exports demonstrated robust…

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Fit Patrik ready to fire War Elephants

Fit Patrik ready to fire War Elephants

Thailand head coach Anthony Hudson welcomed the addition of striker Patrik Gustavsson, saying the BG Pathum United star will give the team an attacking option in the first leg of the Asean Hyundai Cup semi-finals on Saturday.

Your Baby's Brain May Be Doing Several Things at Once Long Before You Can Tell What It Understands

Your Baby's Brain May Be Doing Several Things at Once Long Before You Can Tell What It Understands

Infants in the UK and Singapore learned an invented language only when they could see the speaker's eyes, brainwave recordings showed.

Thai Beverage logs over 7% rise in nine-month profit

Thai Beverage logs over 7% rise in nine-month profit

BENGALURU — Singapore-listed ⁠Thai Beverage (ThaiBev) posted a ‌7.2% rise in nine-month operating earnings on Thursday, helped by growth ⁠across all businesses on the ‌back of effective brand investment and marketing ⁠activities.

He left America, moved into a $100 billion ghost city near Singapore and tried to build a new society. Malaysia ghosted him

He left America, moved into a $100 billion ghost city near Singapore and tried to build a new society. Malaysia ghosted him

Balaji Srinivasan left the US and took his experiment to build a new kind of society to Malaysia’s $100 billion ghost city, Forest City. His Network School attracted residents who wanted to live around shared ideas about technology and community, but a local council later ordered it to stop operating…

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Hidden risks of FCNR (B) deposit investment and leverage: Why high interest rates may not tell the full story

Hidden risks of FCNR (B) deposit investment and leverage: Why high interest rates may not tell the full story

FCNR(B) deposits have become attractive to investors looking for significant returns in US dollars, largely thanks to government hedging strategies. However, experts warn that investors must be aware of currency and liquidity risks. While leverage can enhance profits, it can also lead to considerable financial losses. Additionally, taxation can bite…

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Global Market: Singtel Q1 profit beats estimates on strong Optus, regional contributions

Global Market: Singtel Q1 profit beats estimates on strong Optus, regional contributions

Singtel reported a better-than-expected Q1 FY27 underlying net profit, driven by Optus, regional associates including Bharti Airtel and AIS, and growth in digital and data centre businesses. However, its Singapore telecom operations remained under pressure from intense competition.

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SK Hynix, Samsung Stocks Rally as Singapore State Fund Adds Stakes on Memory Giants

A sovereign wealth fund may be preparing to buy two memory stocks, and Wall Street immediately treated it as a sector-wide signal.

The Economic Times

Singapore's high-earning foreign workers double to 8,500; city-state steps up talent push

Singapore's special work visa has more than doubled its high-earning foreign holders. The Overseas Networks and Expertise Pass now has 8,500 holders, up from 3,600. This increase reflects Singapore's efforts to attract and retain global talent in key sectors. The pass requires a minimum monthly salary of S$30,000 for applicants.…

Thailand wary of Singapore threat

Thailand goalkeeper Kampon Phathomakkakul has warned his team not to underestimate Singapore as the two sides prepare to meet in the first leg of the Asean Hyundai Cup semi-final this weekend.

The Times of India

Singapore began releasing millions of Wolbachia mosquitoes in 2016 to fight dengue. Years later, the experiment showed why not every mosquito is the enemy

For decades, Singapore has had an unusually difficult relationship with a very small insect. Aedes aegypti mosquitoes thrive around people and can spread dengue in densely populated neighbourhoods, making control a constant public-health task. In 2016, Singapore tried something different. Instead of relying only on conventional mosquito-control measures, officials began…

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Singapore stocks hit record high; Asian FX subdued

SINGAPORE — Singapore stocks raced to a record high on Tuesday after the city-state ‌lifted its annual growth forecast on an AI-powered boost, while rising oil prices and fading peace-deal hopes kept Southeast Asian currencies under pressure.

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Global Market: Singapore raises 2026 growth forecast on AI boom, resilient global economy

Singapore raised its 2026 economic growth forecast to 4.5%-5.5% from 2.0%-4.0%, supported by stronger-than-expected AI investment and a milder impact from the Middle East conflict. The economy grew 5.9% year-on-year in Q2, while robust AI-related demand is expected to support growth in the second half of the year.

Exports, imports via FTA partners surge in first half

Thailand's trade with free-trade agreement (FTA) partners rose by 21.8% year-on-year to over US$240 billion in the first half of this year. The key markets driving this growth include Singapore, Australia, Laos, Malaysia, Vietnam and India.

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In 2016, Singapore began releasing millions of non-biting male mosquitoes carrying Wolbachia. Years later, the bold experiment produced one of the world's most successful dengue-control

Scientists using mosquitoes to fight dengue: Singapore has embarked on an ambitious project, deploying Wolbachia-infused male mosquitoes to tackle the rise of dengue fever. This specific bacterium disrupts reproduction, reducing the potential for disease spread. Successful programs in Colombia, Indonesia, and Brazil echo promising results.

The Times of India

In 2012, Singapore replaced a 2.7 km concrete drainage channel with a 3 km winding river; biodiversity in the park increased by 30%

Singapore transformed a 2.7-km concrete canal at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park into a 3-km meandering river between 2009 and 2011. The project created a flood plain and more varied river habitat. Later research found 26 fish species in the rehabilitated section, including three native species, compared with eight non-native species…

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Singapore Airlines names insider Aswin K as India general manager

Aswin K, a 12-year company veteran, now leads Singapore Airlines' India operations. He succeeds Sy Yen Chen, who managed the market for over five years. Aswin will oversee growth strategies and strengthen stakeholder relationships across India. Singapore Airlines holds a significant 25.1% stake in the enlarged Air India group. The…

War Elephants top the charts

Thailand secured top spot in Group B of the Asean Hyundai Cup on Saturday, beating Myanmar 2-0 in Bangkok to book a semi-final meeting with four-time champions Singapore.

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