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- 🎷 Over 120 Singapore Jazz Musicians Unite: A Moment Captured in One Epic Photo On October 9, 2023, 130 jazz musicians gathered at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore, for an unprecedented portrait by photographer Afiq Omar, celebrating the vibrant local jazz scene.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Index Drops 0.4% Amid Market Uncertainty The Straits Times Index (STI) of Singapore opened lower on Friday, October 6, 2023, shedding 0.4%. The decline was driven by weakness in blue-chip stocks, reflecting global market uncertainty.
- 💰 Surging Riches: Singapore's Billionaire Count Rises Amid Wealth Boom Singapore's billionaire population increased to 54 individuals in 2023, up from 50 in 2022. Forbes reported a combined net worth of $230 billion, highlighting asset growth despite global economic challenges.
- 🛑 Elon Musk: Singapore "Going Extinct" During a virtual summit on August 17, 2023, Elon Musk commented that Singapore is "going extinct" due to its low birth rates, sparking discussions about the country's demographic challenges.
- 🔍 Teen's Malaysia Kidnapping Scam: Singapore Police Investigate Alleged Hoax In a September incident, a 15-year-old Singaporean girl was reportedly taken in Johor Bahru, but by October 18, 2023, Singapore police viewed it as a scam, stating no ransom was paid.
- ⚠️ Carousell Cuts Workforce: 76 Employees Laid Off Across Regional Offices, Including Singapore Carousell, an online marketplace, laid off 76 employees on September 14, 2023, citing strategic restructuring. These layoffs impacted staff across its regional offices, including those in Singapore, as confirmed by CEO Quek Siu Rui.
- 📈 Singapore Blue-Chip Buyback Boom: Key Stocks in Focus Last week ending October 13, 2023, four prominent Singaporean stocks, namely DBS Group, Singapore Airlines, Sembcorp Industries, and CapitaLand, engaged in substantial share buybacks, highlighting strategic moves to bolster investor confidence amidst market volatility.
- ✈️ Singapore and Indian Air Forces Collaborate: Strengthen Defence Relations in 12th Joint Military Training The 12th Joint Military Training between Singapore and India, held from October 23 to December 11, 2023, at Kalaikunda Air Force Station, involved over 800 personnel, enhancing aerial combat capabilities.
- 🚫 Hup Huat Closed: Roach Infestation Leads to Suspension Hup Huat Noodle House in Singapore was suspended on 1st October 2023 after a severe roach infestation was discovered. This suspension follows inspections by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA).
- 💼 Temasek's $7.5 Billion Debt Venture: Boosting Private Credit Market Singapore's Temasek has launched a $7.5 billion private debt platform, led by Michael Zorbas. This expansion into private credit was announced on October 12, 2023, aiming to diversify investment strategies.
- 🔮 Elon Musk Predicts Extinction: Singapore and Other Nations at Risk On October 9, 2023, Elon Musk expressed concerns via X (formerly Twitter) about the declining birth rates in countries like Singapore and warned that such trends could lead to their eventual extinction without intervention.
- 💵 Singapore's Temasek Launches $7.5 Billion Debt Platform On October 9, 2023, Singapore's Temasek, through its subsidiary Seviora Holdings, launched a $7.5 billion private debt platform in collaboration with US-based Sixth Street Partners to expand investment opportunities in private credit markets.
- 🚌 2025 Commuter Boost: Bigger Fare Discounts & More Buses to Ease Peak Crowds Singapore's Transport Minister Chee announced on October 15, 2023, enhanced plans for 2025, featuring increased fare discounts and additional express bus services to alleviate peak-hour congestion.
- 🎶 Sodagreen's 20th Anniversary Concert: Taiwanese Band to Celebrate in Singapore This March Sodagreen, the Taiwanese band, will commemorate their 20th anniversary with a concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on March 23, 2024. The event marks their first overseas performance since their 2017 hiatus.
- 🇸🇬 Singapore Tops Global Civil Service Index: Recognized by Oxford University for Excellence On December 6, 2024, a report by Oxford University ranked Singapore's civil service as the best globally, praised for efficiency and transparency. This marks a significant achievement for Singaporean governance.
- 🍍 Singapore PM Thanks Anwar for Special Care Package Amid COVID Struggles On December 6, 2024, Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed gratitude to Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for sending a care package. It contained fruits and 'real crab meat' to support the COVID-affected nation.
- 🛠️ Carousell Layoffs: Singapore Company Cuts 76 Jobs Due to Slumping Demand Carousell, an online marketplace in Singapore, announced on October 20, 2023, that it is laying off 76 employees. CEO Quek Siu Rui cited slower consumer demand as the primary reason.
- 📉 Regional Market Slump: Singapore's STI Drops 0.7% Amid Weekly Declines On October 6, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.7%, following regional losses. The electronics sector significantly impacted the decline, mirroring broader market contractions across Asia.
- 💸 Billionaire Wealth Skyrockets: Singapore Attracts Ultra-Rich Amid 121% Global Wealth Surge Since 2014, global billionaire wealth increased 121%. By 2024, Singapore welcomed an estimated 500 new high-net-worth individuals. The nation's policies and infrastructure have positioned it as a prime destination for affluent individuals.
- 🚢 AET Boosts Singapore's Maritime Talent: New Investment AET, a petroleum transportation company, announced its commitment in September 2023 to bolster Singapore's maritime workforce. Collaborating with Talentkakis, they offer scholarships and training to develop maritime expertise.
- 🎷 Over 120 Singapore Jazz Musicians Unite: A Moment Captured in One Epic Photo On October 9, 2023, 130 jazz musicians gathered at Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Singapore, for an unprecedented portrait by photographer Afiq Omar, celebrating the vibrant local jazz scene.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Index Drops 0.4% Amid Market Uncertainty The Straits Times Index (STI) of Singapore opened lower on Friday, October 6, 2023, shedding 0.4%. The decline was driven by weakness in blue-chip stocks, reflecting global market uncertainty.
- 💰 Surging Riches: Singapore's Billionaire Count Rises Amid Wealth Boom Singapore's billionaire population increased to 54 individuals in 2023, up from 50 in 2022. Forbes reported a combined net worth of $230 billion, highlighting asset growth despite global economic challenges.
- 🛑 Elon Musk: Singapore "Going Extinct" During a virtual summit on August 17, 2023, Elon Musk commented that Singapore is "going extinct" due to its low birth rates, sparking discussions about the country's demographic challenges.
- 🔍 Teen's Malaysia Kidnapping Scam: Singapore Police Investigate Alleged Hoax In a September incident, a 15-year-old Singaporean girl was reportedly taken in Johor Bahru, but by October 18, 2023, Singapore police viewed it as a scam, stating no ransom was paid.
- ⚠️ Carousell Cuts Workforce: 76 Employees Laid Off Across Regional Offices, Including Singapore Carousell, an online marketplace, laid off 76 employees on September 14, 2023, citing strategic restructuring. These layoffs impacted staff across its regional offices, including those in Singapore, as confirmed by CEO Quek Siu Rui.
- 📈 Singapore Blue-Chip Buyback Boom: Key Stocks in Focus Last week ending October 13, 2023, four prominent Singaporean stocks, namely DBS Group, Singapore Airlines, Sembcorp Industries, and CapitaLand, engaged in substantial share buybacks, highlighting strategic moves to bolster investor confidence amidst market volatility.
- ✈️ Singapore and Indian Air Forces Collaborate: Strengthen Defence Relations in 12th Joint Military Training The 12th Joint Military Training between Singapore and India, held from October 23 to December 11, 2023, at Kalaikunda Air Force Station, involved over 800 personnel, enhancing aerial combat capabilities.
- 🚫 Hup Huat Closed: Roach Infestation Leads to Suspension Hup Huat Noodle House in Singapore was suspended on 1st October 2023 after a severe roach infestation was discovered. This suspension follows inspections by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA).
- 💼 Temasek's $7.5 Billion Debt Venture: Boosting Private Credit Market Singapore's Temasek has launched a $7.5 billion private debt platform, led by Michael Zorbas. This expansion into private credit was announced on October 12, 2023, aiming to diversify investment strategies.
- 🔮 Elon Musk Predicts Extinction: Singapore and Other Nations at Risk On October 9, 2023, Elon Musk expressed concerns via X (formerly Twitter) about the declining birth rates in countries like Singapore and warned that such trends could lead to their eventual extinction without intervention.
- 💵 Singapore's Temasek Launches $7.5 Billion Debt Platform On October 9, 2023, Singapore's Temasek, through its subsidiary Seviora Holdings, launched a $7.5 billion private debt platform in collaboration with US-based Sixth Street Partners to expand investment opportunities in private credit markets.
- 🚌 2025 Commuter Boost: Bigger Fare Discounts & More Buses to Ease Peak Crowds Singapore's Transport Minister Chee announced on October 15, 2023, enhanced plans for 2025, featuring increased fare discounts and additional express bus services to alleviate peak-hour congestion.
- 🎶 Sodagreen's 20th Anniversary Concert: Taiwanese Band to Celebrate in Singapore This March Sodagreen, the Taiwanese band, will commemorate their 20th anniversary with a concert at the Singapore Indoor Stadium on March 23, 2024. The event marks their first overseas performance since their 2017 hiatus.
- 🇸🇬 Singapore Tops Global Civil Service Index: Recognized by Oxford University for Excellence On December 6, 2024, a report by Oxford University ranked Singapore's civil service as the best globally, praised for efficiency and transparency. This marks a significant achievement for Singaporean governance.
- 🍍 Singapore PM Thanks Anwar for Special Care Package Amid COVID Struggles On December 6, 2024, Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed gratitude to Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim for sending a care package. It contained fruits and 'real crab meat' to support the COVID-affected nation.
- 🛠️ Carousell Layoffs: Singapore Company Cuts 76 Jobs Due to Slumping Demand Carousell, an online marketplace in Singapore, announced on October 20, 2023, that it is laying off 76 employees. CEO Quek Siu Rui cited slower consumer demand as the primary reason.
- 📉 Regional Market Slump: Singapore's STI Drops 0.7% Amid Weekly Declines On October 6, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.7%, following regional losses. The electronics sector significantly impacted the decline, mirroring broader market contractions across Asia.
- 💸 Billionaire Wealth Skyrockets: Singapore Attracts Ultra-Rich Amid 121% Global Wealth Surge Since 2014, global billionaire wealth increased 121%. By 2024, Singapore welcomed an estimated 500 new high-net-worth individuals. The nation's policies and infrastructure have positioned it as a prime destination for affluent individuals.
- 🚢 AET Boosts Singapore's Maritime Talent: New Investment AET, a petroleum transportation company, announced its commitment in September 2023 to bolster Singapore's maritime workforce. Collaborating with Talentkakis, they offer scholarships and training to develop maritime expertise.
