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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-03T08:01:39.401Z
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- 🇸🇬 Singapore Faces Aging Challenge: Ong Ye Kung on Health, Purpose, and Future Strategies Health Minister Ong Ye Kung addresses Singapore's aging population, emphasizing the need for adaptable public policies and community initiatives. On October 15, he highlighted health plans and social support as essential for future readiness.
- 🌱 Singapore Develops 'Digital Passport' to Boost Plastic Recycling Efforts The National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore launched the initiative on October 12, 2023, aiming to track plastic waste by creating digital passports for items. This move seeks to improve recycling rates and extend Semakau Landfill's operational lifespan.
- 💰 Singapore Dividend Delights: 5 Key Stocks Distributing Earnings This September Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, Keppel Corporation Limited, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Parkway Life REIT, and Singapore Exchange Limited distribute dividends, rewarding investors in September 2023. Notable yields: Suntec at 6.2%, Frasers at 5.5%.
- 🚫 Illegal Driving Penalty: Malaysian driver fined, banned for unauthorized passenger ferrying in Singapore! Mohamed Nadzuly Omar, a Malaysian national, was fined SGD 5,000 and banned from driving for 12 months in Singapore. He illegally transported passengers from Malaysia to Singapore on March 22, 2022, using a private hire vehicle. The Land Transport Authority charged him after a sting operation revealed his unauthorized activities.
- 🍽️ Singapore's Dwindling Leisure: CNA938 Discusses Impacts of Restaurant and Cinema Chain Closures Hosted by Daniel Martin, the CNA938 TalkBack session on September...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-03T08:01:39.401Z
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- 🇸🇬 Singapore Faces Aging Challenge: Ong Ye Kung on Health, Purpose, and Future Strategies Health Minister Ong Ye Kung addresses Singapore's aging population, emphasizing the need for adaptable public policies and community initiatives. On October 15, he highlighted health plans and social support as essential for future readiness.
- 🌱 Singapore Develops 'Digital Passport' to Boost Plastic Recycling Efforts The National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore launched the initiative on October 12, 2023, aiming to track plastic waste by creating digital passports for items. This move seeks to improve recycling rates and extend Semakau Landfill's operational lifespan.
- 💰 Singapore Dividend Delights: 5 Key Stocks Distributing Earnings This September Suntec Real Estate Investment Trust, Keppel Corporation Limited, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Parkway Life REIT, and Singapore Exchange Limited distribute dividends, rewarding investors in September 2023. Notable yields: Suntec at 6.2%, Frasers at 5.5%.
- 🚫 Illegal Driving Penalty: Malaysian driver fined, banned for unauthorized passenger ferrying in Singapore! Mohamed Nadzuly Omar, a Malaysian national, was fined SGD 5,000 and banned from driving for 12 months in Singapore. He illegally transported passengers from Malaysia to Singapore on March 22, 2022, using a private hire vehicle. The Land Transport Authority charged him after a sting operation revealed his unauthorized activities.
- 🍽️ Singapore's Dwindling Leisure: CNA938 Discusses Impacts of Restaurant and Cinema Chain Closures Hosted by Daniel Martin, the CNA938 TalkBack session on September...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-02T08:01:28.983Z
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- 🌏 Pelita Air Expands Reach: Daily Flights Now Connect Singapore and Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Pelita Air launched daily flights between Singapore Changi Airport and Jakarta on October 15, 2023. This expansion enhances travel options, reinforcing ties between these bustling Southeast Asian hubs under Pelita Air's strategy for broader connectivity.
- 🚢 Collision Alert Off Singapore: Singapore-registered 'Vinalines Fortuna' and Malta-registered 'A Symphony' collided off Tanah Merah on July 1, 2023, at 02:28. No casualties, oil spillage, or port disruptions reported.
- 🚥 Singapore Stocks Pause: Market Anticipates Lackluster Performance on Monday On October 9, the Singapore stock market is predicted to see a stagnant session as investors pause following the recent sell-off. The Straits Times Index fell 1.01% or 31.51 points on Friday, closing at 3,193.94.
- 📉 Mediacorp Reduces Workforce: 93 Jobs Cut to Meet Changing Media Demands Mediacorp announced on October 24, 2023, the elimination of 93 positions amid restructuring efforts due to evolving media trends. CEO Tham Loke Kheng cited the need to enhance digital capabilities and content offerings.
- 🔍 Singapore's Safety Frameworks Propel Industry Growth Singapore's robust safety frameworks position it as a prime launchpad for biotech companies. By fostering innovation and ensuring regulatory compliance, the country attracts global investments and supports sustainable industry advancements.
- 🛂 Legal Consequences: Maid's False Work Permit Scheme Leads to Jail Time in Singapore Laura Fidelia was jailed for...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-02T08:01:28.983Z
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- 🌏 Pelita Air Expands Reach: Daily Flights Now Connect Singapore and Jakarta's Soekarno-Hatta International Airport Pelita Air launched daily flights between Singapore Changi Airport and Jakarta on October 15, 2023. This expansion enhances travel options, reinforcing ties between these bustling Southeast Asian hubs under Pelita Air's strategy for broader connectivity.
- 🚢 Collision Alert Off Singapore: Singapore-registered 'Vinalines Fortuna' and Malta-registered 'A Symphony' collided off Tanah Merah on July 1, 2023, at 02:28. No casualties, oil spillage, or port disruptions reported.
- 🚥 Singapore Stocks Pause: Market Anticipates Lackluster Performance on Monday On October 9, the Singapore stock market is predicted to see a stagnant session as investors pause following the recent sell-off. The Straits Times Index fell 1.01% or 31.51 points on Friday, closing at 3,193.94.
- 📉 Mediacorp Reduces Workforce: 93 Jobs Cut to Meet Changing Media Demands Mediacorp announced on October 24, 2023, the elimination of 93 positions amid restructuring efforts due to evolving media trends. CEO Tham Loke Kheng cited the need to enhance digital capabilities and content offerings.
- 🔍 Singapore's Safety Frameworks Propel Industry Growth Singapore's robust safety frameworks position it as a prime launchpad for biotech companies. By fostering innovation and ensuring regulatory compliance, the country attracts global investments and supports sustainable industry advancements.
- 🛂 Legal Consequences: Maid's False Work Permit Scheme Leads to Jail Time in Singapore Laura Fidelia was jailed for...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-01T08:01:28.147Z
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- 🚫 Singapore Enforces Harsh Penalties for Drug Vapes: Caning and Jail Time Implemented In a stringent move to combat illicit vaping, Singapore's government plans heightened penalties from August 30, 2025. The measures include increased fines, extended jail sentences, and deportation risks, affecting local and foreign offenders.
- 🆘 Missing Child Alert: Police Search for Special Needs Boy Last Seen in Marine Terrace Singapore police are requesting public assistance to locate a missing 14-year-old, special needs boy reported last seen on August 29, 2023, at Marine Terrace. No further information is available.
- 🔍 **Police Seek Help: Missing Special Needs Boy, Last Seen Marine Terrace, Aug 29** Singapore Police seek public assistance in locating a 14-year-old special needs boy, last seen near Block 52, Marine Terrace, on August 29 at approximately 7:30 p.m. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
- 🔍 **Police Appeal for Assistance: Help Needed to Find Missing Special Needs Boy Last Seen at Marine Terrace** On September 2, 2023, Singapore Police appealed for help locating 10-year-old special needs boy, Muhammad Amir Muhammad Zabidi, missing since August 29, 2023, from Marine Terrace. He's described as approximately 1.2m tall, slim, with short black hair, last wearing a red T-shirt and blue shorts. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police hotline.
- 🚗 Indian Driver Jailed in Singapore: Fatal Accident While Using Phone Claims Life of NUS Professor On...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-09-01T08:01:28.147Z
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- 🚫 Singapore Enforces Harsh Penalties for Drug Vapes: Caning and Jail Time Implemented In a stringent move to combat illicit vaping, Singapore's government plans heightened penalties from August 30, 2025. The measures include increased fines, extended jail sentences, and deportation risks, affecting local and foreign offenders.
- 🆘 Missing Child Alert: Police Search for Special Needs Boy Last Seen in Marine Terrace Singapore police are requesting public assistance to locate a missing 14-year-old, special needs boy reported last seen on August 29, 2023, at Marine Terrace. No further information is available.
- 🔍 **Police Seek Help: Missing Special Needs Boy, Last Seen Marine Terrace, Aug 29** Singapore Police seek public assistance in locating a 14-year-old special needs boy, last seen near Block 52, Marine Terrace, on August 29 at approximately 7:30 p.m. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact them.
- 🔍 **Police Appeal for Assistance: Help Needed to Find Missing Special Needs Boy Last Seen at Marine Terrace** On September 2, 2023, Singapore Police appealed for help locating 10-year-old special needs boy, Muhammad Amir Muhammad Zabidi, missing since August 29, 2023, from Marine Terrace. He's described as approximately 1.2m tall, slim, with short black hair, last wearing a red T-shirt and blue shorts. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the police hotline.
- 🚗 Indian Driver Jailed in Singapore: Fatal Accident While Using Phone Claims Life of NUS Professor On...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-31T08:01:36.262Z
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- 🏅 Singapore Triumphs in Biology Olympiad: Students Secure 4 Golds, Tie with China At the International Biology Olympiad held in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, from July 3 to July 11, 2021, Singaporean students excelled by clinching four gold medals, tying with China for the top spot.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Reveals Full Flight Schedule till March 2026! Singapore Airlines announced new schedules for major routes, including daily flights from Singapore to Tokyo Narita starting 1st October 2025, significantly increasing capacity ahead of the 2026 travel season.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rally Continues: STI Climbs 0.4% on Friday’s Trading On Friday, October 27, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) gained 0.4%, led by advances in major banks. DBS, UOB, and OCBC Bank showed solid performance, driving the market upward amid positive economic forecasts.
- 🛍️ Singapore Mall Landlords Evolve: Embracing New Consumer Trends for Retail Resurgence Singapore mall landlords are embracing omnichannel retail strategies and flexible leases to align with evolving consumer preferences. CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust leads with investments in experiential spaces, while Frasers Property promotes mixed-use developments.
- ✈️ Expanded Singapore-Latin America Partnership to Boost Aviation Skills The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and Latin American nations announce a collaboration on October 17, 2023, focusing on advancing aviation skills through training programs, benefiting industry professionals in both regions.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rally: STI Gains 0.4% on August...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-31T08:01:36.262Z
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- 🏅 Singapore Triumphs in Biology Olympiad: Students Secure 4 Golds, Tie with China At the International Biology Olympiad held in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, from July 3 to July 11, 2021, Singaporean students excelled by clinching four gold medals, tying with China for the top spot.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Reveals Full Flight Schedule till March 2026! Singapore Airlines announced new schedules for major routes, including daily flights from Singapore to Tokyo Narita starting 1st October 2025, significantly increasing capacity ahead of the 2026 travel season.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rally Continues: STI Climbs 0.4% on Friday’s Trading On Friday, October 27, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) gained 0.4%, led by advances in major banks. DBS, UOB, and OCBC Bank showed solid performance, driving the market upward amid positive economic forecasts.
- 🛍️ Singapore Mall Landlords Evolve: Embracing New Consumer Trends for Retail Resurgence Singapore mall landlords are embracing omnichannel retail strategies and flexible leases to align with evolving consumer preferences. CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust leads with investments in experiential spaces, while Frasers Property promotes mixed-use developments.
- ✈️ Expanded Singapore-Latin America Partnership to Boost Aviation Skills The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and Latin American nations announce a collaboration on October 17, 2023, focusing on advancing aviation skills through training programs, benefiting industry professionals in both regions.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rally: STI Gains 0.4% on August...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-30T08:01:24.991Z
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- 🌍 Biomethane Boost for Singapore: PGN to supply biomethane to Singapore data centres starting 2027, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions. PGN, the Indonesian natural gas company, will start supplying biomethane to Singapore's data centers from 2027. This initiative aligns with Singapore's green agenda to reduce carbon emissions.
- 🚦 Singapore's Speed Reduction: Roads to Risk Reconsidered In Singapore, from January to May 2023, traffic accidents fell by 15% due to the Active Mobility Act. Traffic Police plan similar initiatives, addressing persistent speed culture and enhancing road safety measures.
- 🌿 Singapore Wildlife Reserves Scandal: Former Employee Convicted for Bribery Involving Engineering Firm Sherman Soo Han Yong, former assistant director at Wildlife Reserves Singapore, received over S$180,000 in bribes from Wong Chee Meng of Shin Yong Construction from 2014 to 2021 to secure contracts.
- 🌐 Lee Kuan Yew AI Image Respectful, MCCY Concludes in Jack Neo’s Video On October 3, 2023, Singapore's MCCY deemed the AI-generated image of Lee Kuan Yew in Jack Neo's video respectful. Discussions included measures against Kpods and emphasized digital ethics and sensitivities.
- 🚢 Celebrating Excellence: Shipbrokers Honor Singapore's Rising Talent The Singapore Ship Brokers Association held its first-ever awards event on October 6, 2023, recognizing outstanding professionals in shipbroking. Notable recipients included Clara Tan and Alex Li for their exceptional contributions to the industry.
- 🌍 Singapore Tightens Carbon Credit Rules to Boost High-Quality...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-30T08:01:24.991Z
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- 🌍 Biomethane Boost for Singapore: PGN to supply biomethane to Singapore data centres starting 2027, marking a significant step towards sustainable energy solutions. PGN, the Indonesian natural gas company, will start supplying biomethane to Singapore's data centers from 2027. This initiative aligns with Singapore's green agenda to reduce carbon emissions.
- 🚦 Singapore's Speed Reduction: Roads to Risk Reconsidered In Singapore, from January to May 2023, traffic accidents fell by 15% due to the Active Mobility Act. Traffic Police plan similar initiatives, addressing persistent speed culture and enhancing road safety measures.
- 🌿 Singapore Wildlife Reserves Scandal: Former Employee Convicted for Bribery Involving Engineering Firm Sherman Soo Han Yong, former assistant director at Wildlife Reserves Singapore, received over S$180,000 in bribes from Wong Chee Meng of Shin Yong Construction from 2014 to 2021 to secure contracts.
- 🌐 Lee Kuan Yew AI Image Respectful, MCCY Concludes in Jack Neo’s Video On October 3, 2023, Singapore's MCCY deemed the AI-generated image of Lee Kuan Yew in Jack Neo's video respectful. Discussions included measures against Kpods and emphasized digital ethics and sensitivities.
- 🚢 Celebrating Excellence: Shipbrokers Honor Singapore's Rising Talent The Singapore Ship Brokers Association held its first-ever awards event on October 6, 2023, recognizing outstanding professionals in shipbroking. Notable recipients included Clara Tan and Alex Li for their exceptional contributions to the industry.
- 🌍 Singapore Tightens Carbon Credit Rules to Boost High-Quality...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-29T08:01:44.874Z
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- 🔧 Singapore Manufacturing Federation Launches AI Consultancy to Mitigate Tariff Challenges and Expand Global Reach The Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) unveiled its AI consultancy on October 12, 2023. It aims to assist local firms in leveraging artificial intelligence to navigate tariff risks and access new markets.
- 🤖 Frasers Hospitality Unveils AI Training App in Singapore Frasers Hospitality launched an AI-driven training app for its Singapore properties, aimed at improving employee skills and service quality. The app release took place on October 24, 2023, enhancing digital competency.
- 🔬 Evonik Launches Asia's First Alkoxide Plant in Singapore, Eyes Regional Expansion Evonik Industries officially inaugurated Asia's first alkoxide manufacturing plant in Singapore on October 26, 2023. This strategic move is set to bolster the company's market presence and expansion efforts across the Asian region.
- 🔧 TP Aerospace Expands: New Wheel and Brake MRO Facility Unveiled in Singapore TP Aerospace has moved to a new wheel and brake maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Loyang, Singapore. This expansion aims to enhance their service capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region.
- 🚗 Climbing COE Prices: August saw Category B COE premiums hit a record $140,889 as supply constraints and healthier economic forecasts continue to impact Singapore's vehicle ownership landscape. In Singapore, Category B Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums reached an all-time high of $140,889 in August 2023. Contributing factors include limited COE supply,...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-08-29T08:01:44.874Z
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- 🔧 Singapore Manufacturing Federation Launches AI Consultancy to Mitigate Tariff Challenges and Expand Global Reach The Singapore Manufacturing Federation (SMF) unveiled its AI consultancy on October 12, 2023. It aims to assist local firms in leveraging artificial intelligence to navigate tariff risks and access new markets.
- 🤖 Frasers Hospitality Unveils AI Training App in Singapore Frasers Hospitality launched an AI-driven training app for its Singapore properties, aimed at improving employee skills and service quality. The app release took place on October 24, 2023, enhancing digital competency.
- 🔬 Evonik Launches Asia's First Alkoxide Plant in Singapore, Eyes Regional Expansion Evonik Industries officially inaugurated Asia's first alkoxide manufacturing plant in Singapore on October 26, 2023. This strategic move is set to bolster the company's market presence and expansion efforts across the Asian region.
- 🔧 TP Aerospace Expands: New Wheel and Brake MRO Facility Unveiled in Singapore TP Aerospace has moved to a new wheel and brake maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in Loyang, Singapore. This expansion aims to enhance their service capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region.
- 🚗 Climbing COE Prices: August saw Category B COE premiums hit a record $140,889 as supply constraints and healthier economic forecasts continue to impact Singapore's vehicle ownership landscape. In Singapore, Category B Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums reached an all-time high of $140,889 in August 2023. Contributing factors include limited COE supply,...
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