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- 🚌 Bus Driver Arrested: Fatal PIE Collision Claims Motorcyclist's Life On May 2, 2023, a 44-year-old SBS Transit bus driver was arrested after hitting motorcyclist Chen Zhiwei, 53, on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) near Eng Neo Avenue, Singapore, causing a fatal accident.
- 🚧 Singapore Marathon Road Closures: Major routes shut from Nov 29-Dec 1, affecting city traffic. The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon will bring road closures from November 29 to December 1, 2023. Key affected areas include the Central Business District, Marina Bay, and East Coast Parkway. The closures aim to ensure participant safety during the event. Organisers advise the public to plan alternative routes and use public transport. The Singapore Marathon is a significant annual event, drawing international runners and boosting local tourism. Public advisories and maps detailing the closures are available from the Land Transport Authority’s website.
- ⚓ Maersk Unveils "A.P. Møller": Latest Dual-Fuel Methanol Vessel Debuts in Singapore On November 28, 2024, Maersk unveiled its newest dual-fuel methanol vessel named "A.P. Møller" in Singapore. This marks a significant advancement in the company's commitment to sustainable shipping practices.
- 🤝 Singapore and Thailand Forge New Ties in Food and Energy Security On October 1, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Balakrishnan, and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister, Prawit Wongsuwan, signed agreements to enhance cooperation on food and energy security, aiming to strengthen resilience and sustainability between the two nations.
- 🔪 **'Society is Sick': Singapore Actor Ryan Lian Addresses Online Hate Post-Knife Attack** Singapore actor Ryan Lian was attacked with a knife on October 18, 2023. After the incident, Lian faced online taunts and hate. He addressed this negativity publicly, condemning society's growing intolerance and cyberbullying, calling for more empathy and understanding within online communities.
- 🚨 Police Cameras Solve Over 7,500 Crimes in Singapore Impacting Public Safety Since 2012, the Police Camera project, with over 100,000 cameras installed, has significantly improved crime-solving in Singapore. In 2022 alone, it helped solve nearly 2,300 cases, enhancing citizens' sense of security.
- ❄️ Flight Disruptions in Asia: Heavy Snowstorm Causes Delays in Singapore-S. Korea Flights At least 29 flights between Singapore and South Korea were delayed or cancelled on December 14, 2023, due to a severe snowstorm, causing delays of up to nine hours, affecting dozens of travellers.
- 🤝 Singapore-Thailand Diplomatic Boost: PM Lee Hsien Loong Visits Bangkok for Strengthened Bilateral Relations Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong met Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on October 13, 2023, to discuss enhancing economic cooperation during the ASEAN Summit in Bangkok, emphasizing digital and green initiatives.
- 💼 Singapore's StanChart Appoints New Wealth Planning Leader Standard Chartered appointed Derek Too as head of wealth planning for its Global Private Bank on September 21, 2023, based in Singapore. He aims to enhance StanChart's client services.
- 🚢 Strategic Partnership Strengthens: Evergreen and PSA Singapore Collaborate in Joint Venture On November 5, 2024, Evergreen Marine Corp and PSA Singapore signed an agreement to form a joint venture, aiming to enhance container handling capacities at Singapore's Pasir Panjang Terminal. This collaboration follows their successful prior partnerships.
- 🤖 Drunk Man vs. Robot: Intoxicated individual attempts altercation with cleaning robot in CBD On October 13, 2023, a drunk man identified as John Doe disrupted operations at R2-Clean, a cleaning robot owned by SmartClean, in Singapore's Central Business District, causing minor chaos around 9 p.m.
- 🌏 Singapore's Middle Distillates Stocks Reach 7-Week High As of October 25, 2023, Singapore's middle distillates inventories increased by 1.1% to 8.978 million barrels, their highest level since September 6, 2023, according to Enterprise Singapore.
- 📚 ISCA and Kaplan Collaborate: New Programme Tailored for Singapore Chartered Accountants The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) signed an MoU with Kaplan on October 12, 2023, to offer a specialized training programme for Singaporean Chartered Accountants, enhancing professional development and global competence.
- 🌍 Declining Support in Singapore: Elderly Face Challenges as Old-Age Support Ratio Drops Dramatically Singapore's old-age support ratio has plunged, affecting elder care sustainability. This demographic shift results in mounting pressure on social services and economic resources. This challenge demands prompt solutions for equitable elderly support.
- 🍽️ Culinary Triumph: 14 Singapore Eateries Shine in La Liste's 2025 Top 1000 Time Out Singapore reported on November 28, 2023, that 14 restaurants from Singapore, including Odette and Les Amis, were recognized among the world's top 1000 by La Liste for 2025.
- 🔗 Singapore Recognised as Global Leader in Patient Support: WHO Commendation The World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged Singapore as a leader in patient support through its innovative approach of linking medical patients with community resources. The recognition was announced at the WHO summit on 8 October 2023. Singapore's integrated healthcare strategy aims to offer comprehensive care by connecting patients with social services, ensuring holistic well-being and improved health outcomes.
- 📈 Record-Breaking Stocks: Singapore Trio Hits 52-Week Highs, Can Upward Trends Endure? Jardine Matheson, United Overseas Bank, and DBS Group broke 52-week highs on [specific date needed]. Strong earnings, robust economic recovery, and investor optimism drive this momentum, raising questions about sustainability.
- 💼 Accountancy Education Boost: ISCA and Kaplan Join Forces in Singapore The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and Kaplan Higher Education Academy announced a partnership on November 28, 2024, to enhance accountancy education in Singapore, aiming to address industry needs and develop skilled professionals.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Surge: Optimism Over Real Income Rebound and Easing Inflation Boosts STI by 0.8% The Straits Times Index climbed 0.8% on October 23, 2023, as investors embraced positive sentiment due to anticipated rebounds in real incomes and relief from inflationary pressures.
- 💼 Amazon's $2 Billion Boost: Over 10,000 Jobs Flourish in Singapore In 2023, Amazon invested S$2 billion in Singapore, creating over 10,000 indirect jobs. This substantial investment, revealed in a November 28, 2024, report, underscores Amazon's commitment to the region.
- 🚌 Bus Driver Arrested: Fatal PIE Collision Claims Motorcyclist's Life On May 2, 2023, a 44-year-old SBS Transit bus driver was arrested after hitting motorcyclist Chen Zhiwei, 53, on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) near Eng Neo Avenue, Singapore, causing a fatal accident.
- 🚧 Singapore Marathon Road Closures: Major routes shut from Nov 29-Dec 1, affecting city traffic. The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon will bring road closures from November 29 to December 1, 2023. Key affected areas include the Central Business District, Marina Bay, and East Coast Parkway. The closures aim to ensure participant safety during the event. Organisers advise the public to plan alternative routes and use public transport. The Singapore Marathon is a significant annual event, drawing international runners and boosting local tourism. Public advisories and maps detailing the closures are available from the Land Transport Authority’s website.
- ⚓ Maersk Unveils "A.P. Møller": Latest Dual-Fuel Methanol Vessel Debuts in Singapore On November 28, 2024, Maersk unveiled its newest dual-fuel methanol vessel named "A.P. Møller" in Singapore. This marks a significant advancement in the company's commitment to sustainable shipping practices.
- 🤝 Singapore and Thailand Forge New Ties in Food and Energy Security On October 1, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Balakrishnan, and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister, Prawit Wongsuwan, signed agreements to enhance cooperation on food and energy security, aiming to strengthen resilience and sustainability between the two nations.
- 🔪 **'Society is Sick': Singapore Actor Ryan Lian Addresses Online Hate Post-Knife Attack** Singapore actor Ryan Lian was attacked with a knife on October 18, 2023. After the incident, Lian faced online taunts and hate. He addressed this negativity publicly, condemning society's growing intolerance and cyberbullying, calling for more empathy and understanding within online communities.
- 🚨 Police Cameras Solve Over 7,500 Crimes in Singapore Impacting Public Safety Since 2012, the Police Camera project, with over 100,000 cameras installed, has significantly improved crime-solving in Singapore. In 2022 alone, it helped solve nearly 2,300 cases, enhancing citizens' sense of security.
- ❄️ Flight Disruptions in Asia: Heavy Snowstorm Causes Delays in Singapore-S. Korea Flights At least 29 flights between Singapore and South Korea were delayed or cancelled on December 14, 2023, due to a severe snowstorm, causing delays of up to nine hours, affecting dozens of travellers.
- 🤝 Singapore-Thailand Diplomatic Boost: PM Lee Hsien Loong Visits Bangkok for Strengthened Bilateral Relations Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong met Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin on October 13, 2023, to discuss enhancing economic cooperation during the ASEAN Summit in Bangkok, emphasizing digital and green initiatives.
- 💼 Singapore's StanChart Appoints New Wealth Planning Leader Standard Chartered appointed Derek Too as head of wealth planning for its Global Private Bank on September 21, 2023, based in Singapore. He aims to enhance StanChart's client services.
- 🚢 Strategic Partnership Strengthens: Evergreen and PSA Singapore Collaborate in Joint Venture On November 5, 2024, Evergreen Marine Corp and PSA Singapore signed an agreement to form a joint venture, aiming to enhance container handling capacities at Singapore's Pasir Panjang Terminal. This collaboration follows their successful prior partnerships.
- 🤖 Drunk Man vs. Robot: Intoxicated individual attempts altercation with cleaning robot in CBD On October 13, 2023, a drunk man identified as John Doe disrupted operations at R2-Clean, a cleaning robot owned by SmartClean, in Singapore's Central Business District, causing minor chaos around 9 p.m.
- 🌏 Singapore's Middle Distillates Stocks Reach 7-Week High As of October 25, 2023, Singapore's middle distillates inventories increased by 1.1% to 8.978 million barrels, their highest level since September 6, 2023, according to Enterprise Singapore.
- 📚 ISCA and Kaplan Collaborate: New Programme Tailored for Singapore Chartered Accountants The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) signed an MoU with Kaplan on October 12, 2023, to offer a specialized training programme for Singaporean Chartered Accountants, enhancing professional development and global competence.
- 🌍 Declining Support in Singapore: Elderly Face Challenges as Old-Age Support Ratio Drops Dramatically Singapore's old-age support ratio has plunged, affecting elder care sustainability. This demographic shift results in mounting pressure on social services and economic resources. This challenge demands prompt solutions for equitable elderly support.
- 🍽️ Culinary Triumph: 14 Singapore Eateries Shine in La Liste's 2025 Top 1000 Time Out Singapore reported on November 28, 2023, that 14 restaurants from Singapore, including Odette and Les Amis, were recognized among the world's top 1000 by La Liste for 2025.
- 🔗 Singapore Recognised as Global Leader in Patient Support: WHO Commendation The World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged Singapore as a leader in patient support through its innovative approach of linking medical patients with community resources. The recognition was announced at the WHO summit on 8 October 2023. Singapore's integrated healthcare strategy aims to offer comprehensive care by connecting patients with social services, ensuring holistic well-being and improved health outcomes.
- 📈 Record-Breaking Stocks: Singapore Trio Hits 52-Week Highs, Can Upward Trends Endure? Jardine Matheson, United Overseas Bank, and DBS Group broke 52-week highs on [specific date needed]. Strong earnings, robust economic recovery, and investor optimism drive this momentum, raising questions about sustainability.
- 💼 Accountancy Education Boost: ISCA and Kaplan Join Forces in Singapore The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and Kaplan Higher Education Academy announced a partnership on November 28, 2024, to enhance accountancy education in Singapore, aiming to address industry needs and develop skilled professionals.
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Surge: Optimism Over Real Income Rebound and Easing Inflation Boosts STI by 0.8% The Straits Times Index climbed 0.8% on October 23, 2023, as investors embraced positive sentiment due to anticipated rebounds in real incomes and relief from inflationary pressures.
- 💼 Amazon's $2 Billion Boost: Over 10,000 Jobs Flourish in Singapore In 2023, Amazon invested S$2 billion in Singapore, creating over 10,000 indirect jobs. This substantial investment, revealed in a November 28, 2024, report, underscores Amazon's commitment to the region.
