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Shadow attorney-general raises eyebrows looking to ideas from Singapore's justice system

But Chiaka Barry says she doesn't back the death penalty like the city-state.

The Canberra Times · Jul 12

'The first time ever in my career': Senior Citi executive on why the ultrawealthy want to diversify away from America

They're not leaving the U.S. entirely, Citigroup's Darlene Patterson told Fortune. "They're just looking for more lifestyle enhancement, optionality."

Fortune · Jul 11

Singapore transformed its Changi Airport into a giant indoor rainforest with thousands of trees and the world’s tallest indoor waterfall

Most airports give you a food court, a departure gate and maybe a duty free shop if you are lucky. Singapore's Changi Airport decided that was not nearly enough. In 2019, it opened Jewel, a giant glass domed building packed with thousands of trees, a five storey indoor forest and…

The Times of India · Jul 11

Egypt is building an entire desert city from scratch, crowned by a 1,263 foot skyscraper

About 45 kilometres east of Cairo, in a stretch of desert that held nothing but flat, arid gravel and sand only a decade ago, Egypt has built an entire new city from the ground up. Officially called the New Administrative Capital, and more recently renamed The New Capital, the project…

The Times of India · Jul 9

IHH hospitals in India, Singapore saw fewer patients from Middle East due to war

IHH Healthcare hospitals in India saw fewer patients from the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Singapore hospitals also faced impacts from the ongoing Middle East conflict. This regional instability creates significant uncertainty for businesses globally. Soaring energy prices and disrupted supply chains are major concerns. IHH previously stated its diversified footprint…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Why PM Modi Praised Nehru in Indonesia Surprised Everyone

Political speeches often focus on the present, but sometimes a single reference to the past reveals a story that many people have forgotten. During his address to Indonesia's Parliament, Prime Minister Narendra Modi surprised many by praising India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, and remembering a daring rescue mission led…

MyLifeXP · Jul 9

Market reforms propel Singapore bourse's growth

Singapore is emerging as one of Southeast Asia's most compelling investment destinations as sweeping capital market reforms create new opportunities for investors seeking to diversify beyond technology and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks, says One Asset Management.

Bangkok Post · Jul 8

Cost of driving in Singapore soars as ownership certificates reach nearly $100,000

Singapore car buyers now face nearly $100,000 for ownership certificates. Certificate prices for small vehicles have quadrupled since pre-pandemic times. This makes Singapore the world's most expensive city for car purchases. Demand remains strong due to competitive electric car prices. Vehicle numbers are capped at approximately one million in the…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Singapore small-car permit cost approaches $100,000

SINGAPORE - Car buyers in Singapore will now need to fork out almost US$100,000 for a certificate to own a small car, as costs under the ​city-state’s vehicle ⁠quota system hit an all-time high on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Jul 8

Moving Wealth Abroad? Here's How to Keep Your American Dream From Turning Into an Overseas Nightmare

Pulling up stakes and moving your family — and your money — abroad isn't for the faint hearted, not least because of ultra complicated tax and banking rules.

Kiplinger · Jul 8