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- 🎉 Madame Tussauds Singapore Marks 10 Years of Fame: Wax Figures Galore! Madame Tussauds Singapore celebrates its 10th anniversary on 25th October 2024. Joined by local celebrities like Jay Chou and JJ Lin, it unveils exclusive wax figures and behind-the-scenes tours, attracting international visitors.
- 🚢 Philippine Coast Guard Delegation Visits Singapore for Maritime Cooperation Boost The Philippine Coast Guard delegation, led by Admiral Artemio Abu, visited Singapore from October 24 to 26, 2024, to discuss enhancing cooperation with Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority, focusing on regional security challenges and joint exercises.
- 🏢 AEW Offloads Singapore Industrial Property to Family Office for $117M AEW is selling a northern Singapore industrial building to family office Nanshan Group for $117 million. The Tuan Sing Holdings property acquisition was revealed on October 23, 2023.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines A380 Postponed: Singapore Airlines delays Airbus A380 return to Tokyo Narita due to operational reasons, affecting travelers planning trips in early November 2024. On October 26, 2024, Singapore Airlines announced the delay of Airbus A380 flights to Tokyo Narita initially scheduled for November 1, 2024. The change affects the SQ638 and SQ637 flights, citing operational constraints without affecting customer bookings.
- 🌍 Commonwealth Cooperation: New Opportunities for Singapore Highlighted by PM Wong During the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa on October 3, 2023, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized the potential benefits of collaboration in digital economy and climate change efforts.
- 🛂 Swift Immigration Process: Changi Airport Travelers Clear Checkpoints in Just 10 Seconds! Singapore's Changi Airport now allows travelers to pass through its automated immigration clearance in just 10 seconds. This innovation, unveiled on October 12, 2023, eliminates the need for passport stamping.
- 🌊 SAF to Aid Philippines After Storm Kristine's Wrath The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is deploying two humanitarian missions on 29 October 2024 to assist the Philippines, which is reeling from the impact of Tropical Storm Kristine.
- 🌍 Singapore's Renewable Energy Challenge: Transition from Fossil Fuels Faces Setbacks Singapore, a major energy consumer, struggles with its ambitious goal to phase out fossil fuels by 2050. The city-state commits $49 billion to invest in solar, wind, and biomass technology improvements.
- ❤️🩹 **Chinese Student in ICU Following Cardiac Arrest, Family Appeals for $100k Support** On October 2, 2023, 19-year-old Chinese student Wu Yue suffered a cardiac arrest in Singapore. Currently in the ICU, Yue's family needs $100,000 for medical expenses. Husband-and-wife entrepreneurs, He Zhengnan and Yoon Seong-woo, initiated fundraising efforts. Donations are sought through the Give.Asia platform to aid in Yue's recovery.
- 🌟 Ultraman Expands: Tsuburaya Productions Opens Singapore Office and Unveils New Card Game On October 11, 2023, Tsuburaya Productions, based in Japan, announces their strategic entry into Singapore, unveiling "Ultraman Battle Game" at Singapore Comic Con, aiming to captivate Southeast Asian fans.
- ✈️ Singapore Air Force Aids Typhoon Relief in PH: Aircraft Deployed for Kristine Assistance The Singapore Air Force dispatched a C-130 aircraft on October 4, 2023, to support relief operations in the Philippines following the devastation caused by Typhoon Kristine. Partnering with the Philippine Air Force, they aim to expedite aid deliveries to the affected Northern Luzon regions.
- ✈️ RSAF's Humanitarian Mission: Singapore deploys transport aircraft to aid typhoon-struck Philippines, showcasing regional solidarity in disaster response. The Republic of Singapore Air Force dispatched a C-130 transport aircraft on October 2, 2023, to provide humanitarian aid to the Philippines following Typhoon Koinu. Assistance includes transporting essential supplies and personnel to assist with disaster relief efforts in the affected areas, as coordinated by Singapore's Ministry of Defence and other regional partners.
- 🌏 Commonwealth Paves New Path: Enhanced Cooperation to Benefit Singapore, Says PM Wong On October 1, 2023, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted the Commonwealth's innovative cooperation strategies during a visit by Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland. The initiatives aim to bolster economic and technological support for Singapore.
- 🔧 SAF Mobilisation Exercise Underway: Singapore Armed Forces conduct nationwide mobilisation from 26 to 28 October 2024, testing operational readiness with participation from various units and live scenarios. The Singapore Armed Forces launched a nationwide mobilisation exercise from 26 to 28 October 2024. This exercise involves thousands of servicemen to test operational readiness. The exercise includes various scenarios to challenge military responses.
- 🏢 Singapore Govt Criticizes Lee Hsien Yang for Creating 'False Urgency' Over 38 Oxley Road The Singapore government accused Lee Hsien Yang on October 26, 2024, of creating a "false sense of urgency" regarding the demolition of 38 Oxley Road, a historically important house. The government emphasized ongoing consultations with relevant parties, cautioning against baseless assumptions.
- 🎉 Indian Tourist Boom: Indian visitors to Singapore increased by 13%, reaching 898,180 in the first nine months of 2024. In the first nine months of 2024, Indian tourist arrivals in Singapore surged by 13%, enhancing economic ties. The growth highlights the success of Singapore's tourism initiatives, attracting nearly 900,000 visitors from India.
- 🌊 Fish Farm Chaos: Pulau Ketam Shoreline Littered with Debris Structures from fish farms on Malaysia's Pulau Ketam were found littering the shoreline on October 5, 2023, following a storm. Local authorities assess the environmental impact and plan a cleanup.
- 📚 Navigating Singapore Writers Festival 2024: Where to Eat, Caffeinate, and Recharge The Singapore Writers Festival 2024 runs from November 1 to 10, featuring exclusive insights on venues like The Arts House and Victoria Theatre, highlighting food spots such as Maxwell Road Hawker Centre and 5 Senses Bistro for festival-goers.
- 🍶 Odem Unveiled: Singapore's First Craft Makgeolli Bar Revolutionizes Local Beverage Scene 🍶 Odem Unveiled: Singapore's First Craft Makgeolli Bar Revolutionizes Local Beverage Scene Odem, opened on 10 June 2023 by longtime friends Emily Chua and Jin Park, offers handcrafted Makgeolli with innovative flavors like matcha and yerba mate, enhancing Singapore’s craft beverage culture in Little India.
- ✈️ Regional Support for Kristine Aid: ASEAN neighbors dispatch air assets for relief operations The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) confirmed that on October 6, 2023, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia will send air assets to aid areas affected by Typhoon Kristine in the Philippines. This collaborative effort aims to expedite disaster response and recovery operations led by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), reflecting regional solidarity in crisis management.
- 🎉 Madame Tussauds Singapore Marks 10 Years of Fame: Wax Figures Galore! Madame Tussauds Singapore celebrates its 10th anniversary on 25th October 2024. Joined by local celebrities like Jay Chou and JJ Lin, it unveils exclusive wax figures and behind-the-scenes tours, attracting international visitors.
- 🚢 Philippine Coast Guard Delegation Visits Singapore for Maritime Cooperation Boost The Philippine Coast Guard delegation, led by Admiral Artemio Abu, visited Singapore from October 24 to 26, 2024, to discuss enhancing cooperation with Singapore's Maritime and Port Authority, focusing on regional security challenges and joint exercises.
- 🏢 AEW Offloads Singapore Industrial Property to Family Office for $117M AEW is selling a northern Singapore industrial building to family office Nanshan Group for $117 million. The Tuan Sing Holdings property acquisition was revealed on October 23, 2023.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines A380 Postponed: Singapore Airlines delays Airbus A380 return to Tokyo Narita due to operational reasons, affecting travelers planning trips in early November 2024. On October 26, 2024, Singapore Airlines announced the delay of Airbus A380 flights to Tokyo Narita initially scheduled for November 1, 2024. The change affects the SQ638 and SQ637 flights, citing operational constraints without affecting customer bookings.
- 🌍 Commonwealth Cooperation: New Opportunities for Singapore Highlighted by PM Wong During the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Samoa on October 3, 2023, Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong emphasized the potential benefits of collaboration in digital economy and climate change efforts.
- 🛂 Swift Immigration Process: Changi Airport Travelers Clear Checkpoints in Just 10 Seconds! Singapore's Changi Airport now allows travelers to pass through its automated immigration clearance in just 10 seconds. This innovation, unveiled on October 12, 2023, eliminates the need for passport stamping.
- 🌊 SAF to Aid Philippines After Storm Kristine's Wrath The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is deploying two humanitarian missions on 29 October 2024 to assist the Philippines, which is reeling from the impact of Tropical Storm Kristine.
- 🌍 Singapore's Renewable Energy Challenge: Transition from Fossil Fuels Faces Setbacks Singapore, a major energy consumer, struggles with its ambitious goal to phase out fossil fuels by 2050. The city-state commits $49 billion to invest in solar, wind, and biomass technology improvements.
- ❤️🩹 **Chinese Student in ICU Following Cardiac Arrest, Family Appeals for $100k Support** On October 2, 2023, 19-year-old Chinese student Wu Yue suffered a cardiac arrest in Singapore. Currently in the ICU, Yue's family needs $100,000 for medical expenses. Husband-and-wife entrepreneurs, He Zhengnan and Yoon Seong-woo, initiated fundraising efforts. Donations are sought through the Give.Asia platform to aid in Yue's recovery.
- 🌟 Ultraman Expands: Tsuburaya Productions Opens Singapore Office and Unveils New Card Game On October 11, 2023, Tsuburaya Productions, based in Japan, announces their strategic entry into Singapore, unveiling "Ultraman Battle Game" at Singapore Comic Con, aiming to captivate Southeast Asian fans.
- ✈️ Singapore Air Force Aids Typhoon Relief in PH: Aircraft Deployed for Kristine Assistance The Singapore Air Force dispatched a C-130 aircraft on October 4, 2023, to support relief operations in the Philippines following the devastation caused by Typhoon Kristine. Partnering with the Philippine Air Force, they aim to expedite aid deliveries to the affected Northern Luzon regions.
- ✈️ RSAF's Humanitarian Mission: Singapore deploys transport aircraft to aid typhoon-struck Philippines, showcasing regional solidarity in disaster response. The Republic of Singapore Air Force dispatched a C-130 transport aircraft on October 2, 2023, to provide humanitarian aid to the Philippines following Typhoon Koinu. Assistance includes transporting essential supplies and personnel to assist with disaster relief efforts in the affected areas, as coordinated by Singapore's Ministry of Defence and other regional partners.
- 🌏 Commonwealth Paves New Path: Enhanced Cooperation to Benefit Singapore, Says PM Wong On October 1, 2023, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong highlighted the Commonwealth's innovative cooperation strategies during a visit by Secretary-General, Patricia Scotland. The initiatives aim to bolster economic and technological support for Singapore.
- 🔧 SAF Mobilisation Exercise Underway: Singapore Armed Forces conduct nationwide mobilisation from 26 to 28 October 2024, testing operational readiness with participation from various units and live scenarios. The Singapore Armed Forces launched a nationwide mobilisation exercise from 26 to 28 October 2024. This exercise involves thousands of servicemen to test operational readiness. The exercise includes various scenarios to challenge military responses.
- 🏢 Singapore Govt Criticizes Lee Hsien Yang for Creating 'False Urgency' Over 38 Oxley Road The Singapore government accused Lee Hsien Yang on October 26, 2024, of creating a "false sense of urgency" regarding the demolition of 38 Oxley Road, a historically important house. The government emphasized ongoing consultations with relevant parties, cautioning against baseless assumptions.
- 🎉 Indian Tourist Boom: Indian visitors to Singapore increased by 13%, reaching 898,180 in the first nine months of 2024. In the first nine months of 2024, Indian tourist arrivals in Singapore surged by 13%, enhancing economic ties. The growth highlights the success of Singapore's tourism initiatives, attracting nearly 900,000 visitors from India.
- 🌊 Fish Farm Chaos: Pulau Ketam Shoreline Littered with Debris Structures from fish farms on Malaysia's Pulau Ketam were found littering the shoreline on October 5, 2023, following a storm. Local authorities assess the environmental impact and plan a cleanup.
- 📚 Navigating Singapore Writers Festival 2024: Where to Eat, Caffeinate, and Recharge The Singapore Writers Festival 2024 runs from November 1 to 10, featuring exclusive insights on venues like The Arts House and Victoria Theatre, highlighting food spots such as Maxwell Road Hawker Centre and 5 Senses Bistro for festival-goers.
- 🍶 Odem Unveiled: Singapore's First Craft Makgeolli Bar Revolutionizes Local Beverage Scene 🍶 Odem Unveiled: Singapore's First Craft Makgeolli Bar Revolutionizes Local Beverage Scene Odem, opened on 10 June 2023 by longtime friends Emily Chua and Jin Park, offers handcrafted Makgeolli with innovative flavors like matcha and yerba mate, enhancing Singapore’s craft beverage culture in Little India.
- ✈️ Regional Support for Kristine Aid: ASEAN neighbors dispatch air assets for relief operations The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) confirmed that on October 6, 2023, Brunei, Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia will send air assets to aid areas affected by Typhoon Kristine in the Philippines. This collaborative effort aims to expedite disaster response and recovery operations led by the Office of Civil Defense (OCD), reflecting regional solidarity in crisis management.
