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- 🔪 **Priest Stabbed in Singapore Church: Suspect Arrested After Attacking During Mass** During mass at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah, Singapore, a priest was stabbed on November 9, 2024. The suspect was immediately arrested by the authorities on-site.
- 🌟 No Religious Motive in Attack: Singaporean Man Charged for Assault on St Joseph's Church Priest, Sharnelle Chee On November 13, 2023, a 37-year-old man who attacked 32-year-old priest Father Paul Go at St Joseph's Church was charged. Police found no religious motivations behind the attack, occurring on November 10, 2023.
- 📚 New Islamic College Launches Full-Time Undergraduate Program in Singapore The Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) will begin offering a full-time undergraduate degree programme in Islamic studies, starting in 2024. This initiative is backed by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) and aims to address the growing demand for Islamic education. Dr. Nazirudin Mohd Nasir, MUIS' Chief Executive, announced that the programme will be hosted at the Islamic Education Hub at the Kallang Community Centre.
- 🌟 Star-Studded Gathering: David Beckham, JJ Lin & Peter Lim Unite in Singapore On November 10, 2024, David Beckham, JJ Lin, and investor Peter Lim gathered at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore to promote youth soccer development. Lim unveiled a $50 million investment in Beckham's academy.
- ✈️ KrisFlyer Redemption Marvel: Best Value in Singapore Airlines' Award Chart Singapore Airlines' KrisFlyer program offers exceptional redemption on New York to Frankfurt Route in A380 Suites. At 132,000 miles, this offers 0.4 miles per minute flown, effective from November 2024.
- 🚤 Yeo's Secures Future of Young Sailing Star Maximilian Maeder with Extended Sponsorship On October 6, 2023, Yeo Hiap Seng announced that it will extend its sponsorship of 17-year-old Singaporean sailing sensation Maximilian Maeder for another four years, continuing a partnership first established in 2021. This sponsorship supports Maeder's pursuit of qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics, reflecting Yeo Hiap Seng's commitment to supporting local sports talents.
- 📚 New Academic Horizons: Singapore College of Islamic Studies Launches 4-Year Full-Time Courses The Singapore College of Islamic Studies will introduce 4-year, full-time programmes in Islamic studies and social sciences from 2024. This initiative aims to enrich educational diversity and cultural understanding.
- 📋 Singapore's Health Integration: Private hospitals to share patient records on a national platform starting 2025. From 2025, Singapore's private hospitals will contribute to NEHR, enhancing data access for healthcare providers. This follows national efforts to improve healthcare coordination and patient management across varying healthcare providers.
- 🎤 Blackpink's Lisa Makes Brief Stop at Marquee Before Singapore Fan Meet Blackpink's Lisa, aged 26, made a quick 30-minute appearance at Marquee Singapore on May 13, 2023. Despite skipping dance performances, Lisa greeted fans and took selfies ahead of her fan meeting.
- 🇸🇬 Singaporeans Debate Relevance of Trump’s 2024 Victory Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory prompts mixed reactions in Singapore. Some residents, including political analyst Dr. Gillian Koh, question the significance for Asia-Pacific interests, while others closely monitor U.S.-China relations.
- 🌱 Cross-Border Collaboration: Singapore and China Unite for Sustainable Growth and Digital Innovation Singapore and China are enhancing collaboration in areas such as sustainability and digital payments. This was discussed during an official meeting in Beijing on October 23, 2023, attended by Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan and China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
- 🌟 Glamorous Encounters: Heart Evangelista meets David Beckham, Win Metawin in Singapore In October 2023, Heart Evangelista shared her delightful experience of meeting David Beckham, a globally renowned footballer, and Win Metawin, a Thai actor, during an event in Singapore, as reported by GMA Network.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Boosts Air India: Invests Rs 3,195 Crore Post-Vistara Merger Singapore Airlines will invest an additional Rs 3,195 crore in Air India following the merger with Vistara, reinforcing its stake and supporting Air India's expansion plans.
- 🌊 Singapore and Australia Strengthen Ties: Joint Military Exercise Trains Hundreds of Personnel The Singapore Armed Forces and Australian Defence Force conducted Exercise Trident at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Australia, from 10th to 24th November 2024, involving 1,400 personnel in comprehensive training.
- 🕊️ Singapore PM Wong Urges Unity After Stabbing at St Joseph's Church Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stressed the importance of unity and calm following the stabbing of Father Michael Tan at St Joseph's Church on November 9, 2024. Father Tan remains hospitalized.
- 🌏 Singapore and Australian Forces Strengthen Ties Over Friendly Football and Drop Bear Talks During a bilateral training exercise on September 15, 2023, Singaporean and Australian military personnel engaged over friendly football matches, fostering camaraderie. Senior officers from both nations discussed training experiences, cultural exchanges, and future collaborations.
- 🚴♂️ Cycling Legend Cavendish Triumphs in Singapore Farewell Race Mark Cavendish clinched victory in Singapore on October 29, 2023, marking his retirement with a triumph alongside cyclists George Hincapie and Chris Froome. This race concluded the Tour de France winner's illustrious career.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Boosts Air India: Invests Rs 3,194.5 Crore Post-Vistara Merger On October 31, 2023, Singapore Airlines announced an additional investment of Rs 3,194.5 crore in Air India following its merger with Vistara. The move underscores the strategic partnership between both carriers, enhancing Air India's competitiveness in the Indian aviation sector.
- 🔪 **Priest Stabbed in Singapore Church: Recovery Ongoing, Mass Continues** Father Andrew Wong was stabbed at St. Teresa’s Church in Singapore on November 9, 2024, during basic services. Police apprehended the assailant immediately. Sunday mass proceeded uninterrupted as Father Wong is in stable condition.
- 🚴♂️ Mark Cavendish Triumphs in Farewell Race at Singapore Criterium On October 29, 2023, Mark Cavendish claimed a thrilling victory at the Tour de France Singapore Criterium, capping his illustrious cycling career. The British sprinter outperformed rivals Maximilian Schachmann and Chris Froome, marking a memorable finale in Singapore's vibrant Marina Bay district.
- 🔪 **Priest Stabbed in Singapore Church: Suspect Arrested After Attacking During Mass** During mass at St Joseph’s Church in Bukit Timah, Singapore, a priest was stabbed on November 9, 2024. The suspect was immediately arrested by the authorities on-site.
- 🌟 No Religious Motive in Attack: Singaporean Man Charged for Assault on St Joseph's Church Priest, Sharnelle Chee On November 13, 2023, a 37-year-old man who attacked 32-year-old priest Father Paul Go at St Joseph's Church was charged. Police found no religious motivations behind the attack, occurring on November 10, 2023.
- 📚 New Islamic College Launches Full-Time Undergraduate Program in Singapore The Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) will begin offering a full-time undergraduate degree programme in Islamic studies, starting in 2024. This initiative is backed by the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) and aims to address the growing demand for Islamic education. Dr. Nazirudin Mohd Nasir, MUIS' Chief Executive, announced that the programme will be hosted at the Islamic Education Hub at the Kallang Community Centre.
- 🌟 Star-Studded Gathering: David Beckham, JJ Lin & Peter Lim Unite in Singapore On November 10, 2024, David Beckham, JJ Lin, and investor Peter Lim gathered at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore to promote youth soccer development. Lim unveiled a $50 million investment in Beckham's academy.
- ✈️ KrisFlyer Redemption Marvel: Best Value in Singapore Airlines' Award Chart Singapore Airlines' KrisFlyer program offers exceptional redemption on New York to Frankfurt Route in A380 Suites. At 132,000 miles, this offers 0.4 miles per minute flown, effective from November 2024.
- 🚤 Yeo's Secures Future of Young Sailing Star Maximilian Maeder with Extended Sponsorship On October 6, 2023, Yeo Hiap Seng announced that it will extend its sponsorship of 17-year-old Singaporean sailing sensation Maximilian Maeder for another four years, continuing a partnership first established in 2021. This sponsorship supports Maeder's pursuit of qualifying for the 2024 Paris Olympics, reflecting Yeo Hiap Seng's commitment to supporting local sports talents.
- 📚 New Academic Horizons: Singapore College of Islamic Studies Launches 4-Year Full-Time Courses The Singapore College of Islamic Studies will introduce 4-year, full-time programmes in Islamic studies and social sciences from 2024. This initiative aims to enrich educational diversity and cultural understanding.
- 📋 Singapore's Health Integration: Private hospitals to share patient records on a national platform starting 2025. From 2025, Singapore's private hospitals will contribute to NEHR, enhancing data access for healthcare providers. This follows national efforts to improve healthcare coordination and patient management across varying healthcare providers.
- 🎤 Blackpink's Lisa Makes Brief Stop at Marquee Before Singapore Fan Meet Blackpink's Lisa, aged 26, made a quick 30-minute appearance at Marquee Singapore on May 13, 2023. Despite skipping dance performances, Lisa greeted fans and took selfies ahead of her fan meeting.
- 🇸🇬 Singaporeans Debate Relevance of Trump’s 2024 Victory Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory prompts mixed reactions in Singapore. Some residents, including political analyst Dr. Gillian Koh, question the significance for Asia-Pacific interests, while others closely monitor U.S.-China relations.
- 🌱 Cross-Border Collaboration: Singapore and China Unite for Sustainable Growth and Digital Innovation Singapore and China are enhancing collaboration in areas such as sustainability and digital payments. This was discussed during an official meeting in Beijing on October 23, 2023, attended by Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Vivian Balakrishnan and China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
- 🌟 Glamorous Encounters: Heart Evangelista meets David Beckham, Win Metawin in Singapore In October 2023, Heart Evangelista shared her delightful experience of meeting David Beckham, a globally renowned footballer, and Win Metawin, a Thai actor, during an event in Singapore, as reported by GMA Network.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Boosts Air India: Invests Rs 3,195 Crore Post-Vistara Merger Singapore Airlines will invest an additional Rs 3,195 crore in Air India following the merger with Vistara, reinforcing its stake and supporting Air India's expansion plans.
- 🌊 Singapore and Australia Strengthen Ties: Joint Military Exercise Trains Hundreds of Personnel The Singapore Armed Forces and Australian Defence Force conducted Exercise Trident at Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Australia, from 10th to 24th November 2024, involving 1,400 personnel in comprehensive training.
- 🕊️ Singapore PM Wong Urges Unity After Stabbing at St Joseph's Church Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stressed the importance of unity and calm following the stabbing of Father Michael Tan at St Joseph's Church on November 9, 2024. Father Tan remains hospitalized.
- 🌏 Singapore and Australian Forces Strengthen Ties Over Friendly Football and Drop Bear Talks During a bilateral training exercise on September 15, 2023, Singaporean and Australian military personnel engaged over friendly football matches, fostering camaraderie. Senior officers from both nations discussed training experiences, cultural exchanges, and future collaborations.
- 🚴♂️ Cycling Legend Cavendish Triumphs in Singapore Farewell Race Mark Cavendish clinched victory in Singapore on October 29, 2023, marking his retirement with a triumph alongside cyclists George Hincapie and Chris Froome. This race concluded the Tour de France winner's illustrious career.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines Boosts Air India: Invests Rs 3,194.5 Crore Post-Vistara Merger On October 31, 2023, Singapore Airlines announced an additional investment of Rs 3,194.5 crore in Air India following its merger with Vistara. The move underscores the strategic partnership between both carriers, enhancing Air India's competitiveness in the Indian aviation sector.
- 🔪 **Priest Stabbed in Singapore Church: Recovery Ongoing, Mass Continues** Father Andrew Wong was stabbed at St. Teresa’s Church in Singapore on November 9, 2024, during basic services. Police apprehended the assailant immediately. Sunday mass proceeded uninterrupted as Father Wong is in stable condition.
- 🚴♂️ Mark Cavendish Triumphs in Farewell Race at Singapore Criterium On October 29, 2023, Mark Cavendish claimed a thrilling victory at the Tour de France Singapore Criterium, capping his illustrious cycling career. The British sprinter outperformed rivals Maximilian Schachmann and Chris Froome, marking a memorable finale in Singapore's vibrant Marina Bay district.