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- ๐ OCBC Celebrates with 'Christmas Festival' for Hong Kong and Singapore Customers OCBC's 'Christmas Festival' in late 2023 offers exclusive deals and events for customers across Hong Kong and Singapore, showcasing the bank's appreciation and success in these significant markets.
- ๐ Taiwanโs Romance Industry Inspires Singapore and Malaysia: Cultural Exchange Flourishes Taiwan's romance industry, including dating shows like "We Got Married," is gaining popularity in Singapore and Malaysia, especially among young adults, influencing their dating culture and social media trends as of September 2023.
- ๐ Singaporeโs Northeast Commuter Deals: Discounts Up to 80% on Fares During Non-Peak Hours From December 23 to December 29, 2023, Singaporeโs LTA offers up to 80% fare discounts on MRT, LRT, and bus rides in the northeast area, excluding City Direct services, before 7:45 AM and after 8:45 AM.
- ๐ฐ Singapore's Funding Societies Secures $25M from Cool Japan Fund Funding Societies in Singapore received a $25 million investment from Cool Japan Fund on December 1, 2024, to expand its digital financing platform across Southeast Asia and Japan, enhancing SME funding.
- ๐ซ Bigger Rebates for Off-Peak Travel in North-East from January 2 From January 2, commuters on the North-East Line and Sengkang-Punggol LRT in Singapore can enjoy larger off-peak travel rebates. These enhanced rebates are designed to encourage travel during non-peak hours, with the aim of easing congestion during peak times. This initiative is part of the Government's ongoing efforts to improve public transport efficiency and user experience.
- ๐น Singapore's Inflation Too Low for January Easing, Analysts Suggest Singapore's inflation, recorded at 4% in September 2023 due to lower accommodation and utilities prices, won't prompt monetary policy easing in January, say analysts from HSBC and Standard Chartered.
- ๐ฒ Record-Breaking Bets: Singapore Pools Hits $12.2 Billion in Wagers on 4-D, Sports, and More In the fiscal year ending March 2023, Singapore Pools saw a record $12.2 billion in bets on 4-D, Toto, and various sports games. This unprecedented figure marked an $800 million increase from the previous year. The surge in betting activities followed the resumption of sports events and increased consumer confidence post-COVID-19. Soccer bets alone accounted for half of the total turnover, underscoring heightened public interest in sports wagering.
- ๐ Philippines Passes Counter-Terrorism Leadership to Singapore The Philippines officially transferred leadership of the ASEAN Our Eyes (AOE) Counter-Terrorism Information Facility to Singapore on March 31, 2023. Philippine Defense Secretary Carlito G. Galvez Jr. and Singaporeโs Defense Minister Dr. Ng Eng Hen were present at the handover ceremony.
- โ๏ธ Scoot Flight Departs Early: Passengers Stranded at Changi Airport On December 20, 2024, Scoot flight TR713 left 90 minutes ahead of schedule from Singapore Changi Airport. Many passengers, unaware of the change, missed the flight as no prior notification was given.
- ๐ "When Are We Ever Satisfied?" Local Praises Singapore's Charm Besides Relocation Hesitance In an October 2023 interview, Singaporean Loo Jung highlights his enduring attachment to Singapore, expressing unwavering devotion to its cultural diversity and infrastructure, despite opportunities overseas. Loo feels a deep connection to local traditions and community values, emphasizing his contentment with life in Singapore.
- ๐ Sias Expands Financial Education: โInvest Singaporeโ to Reach Singapore's Heartlands with Workshops and Exhibitions Sias, led by David Gerald, launches "Invest Singapore" on October 28, 2023, at Tampines West Community Club. Aiming to enhance financial literacy, the initiative targets residents across Singapore's heartlands.
- ๐ธ๐ฌ S'pore Charity Raises Over $2.6M for Gaza Humanitarian Aid SEEDS of Hope, a Singapore-based charity, has raised over $2.6 million by October 10, 2023, to assist children and families in Gaza affected by the conflict. The fundraiser included contributions from various donors and aims to provide essential supplies and support through December.
- ๐ข **Dubai Property Splurge: Money Laundering Suspects from Singapore Spend S$38 Million** In August 2023, nine Singapore nationals were involved in a money laundering syndicate, spending nearly S$38 million on properties in Dubai. They were arrested on charges including forgery and large-scale fraud, and the case is under Singaporean police investigation.
- โ๏ธ Singapore Flight Mishap: Scoot Leaves Early, Passenger Left Behind On 4 October 2023, a Scoot flight unexpectedly departed 90 minutes early from Singapore. Additionally, the government apologised for the anxiety caused due to NRIC data unmasking concerns.
- ๐ Singapore Shares Dip: STI Drops by 1.1% Amidst Market Uncertainty On October 13, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) fell by 34.55 points to close at 3,164.61, marking a 1.1% decline. Analysts cite growing economic concerns affecting investor sentiment.
- โฝ Malaysia Predicted to Triumph: 96.1% of Fans Confident in Victory Over Singapore [WATCH] In a recent NST online poll conducted on December 3, 2024, a remarkable 96.1% of readers predicted that Malaysia's national football team will defeat Singapore in their upcoming match. The voting spanned 24 hours, culminating at 3:00 PM. This poll reflects growing optimism among Malaysian supporters as they prepare for the highly anticipated clash in Kuala Lumpur, set for December 8, 2024.
- ๐ **Singapore NRIC Saga: Communication Gaps Exposed by Apology Timing** A data saga involving the unauthorized use of Singapore residentsโ NRIC data by Porterbrook Pte Ltd led the Singapore government to apologize on August 20, 2023, raising concerns about internal communication lapses.
- ๐ Singaporeโs Record Bid Rigging Fine Imposed as Enforcement Increases The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore fined 10 contractors a record S$32.5 million on October 2023 for bid-rigging in government construction tenders from 2014 to 2017.
- โฝ Singapore's Football Triumph: Singapore hold Malaysia to draw, progress to ASEAN Championship semis On January 3, 2023, at Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Singapore's Shah Shahiran scored in the 96th minute to secure a 1-1 draw against Malaysia, advancing Singapore to the ASEAN Championship semi-finals.
- ๐ Italian Artisans Illuminate Singapore: Italian artisans craft 100K bulbs for Singapore's Christmas Wonderland. Italian artisans from Mariano Light handcraft around 100,000 bulbs for the Christmas Wonderland display in Singapore. This dazzling annual event at Gardens by the Bay attracts thousands of visitors each year.
- ๐ OCBC Celebrates with 'Christmas Festival' for Hong Kong and Singapore Customers OCBC's 'Christmas Festival' in late 2023 offers exclusive deals and events for customers across Hong Kong and Singapore, showcasing the bank's appreciation and success in these significant markets.
- ๐ Taiwanโs Romance Industry Inspires Singapore and Malaysia: Cultural Exchange Flourishes Taiwan's romance industry, including dating shows like "We Got Married," is gaining popularity in Singapore and Malaysia, especially among young adults, influencing their dating culture and social media trends as of September 2023.
- ๐ Singaporeโs Northeast Commuter Deals: Discounts Up to 80% on Fares During Non-Peak Hours From December 23 to December 29, 2023, Singaporeโs LTA offers up to 80% fare discounts on MRT, LRT, and bus rides in the northeast area, excluding City Direct services, before 7:45 AM and after 8:45 AM.
- ๐ฐ Singapore's Funding Societies Secures $25M from Cool Japan Fund Funding Societies in Singapore received a $25 million investment from Cool Japan Fund on December 1, 2024, to expand its digital financing platform across Southeast Asia and Japan, enhancing SME funding.
- ๐ซ Bigger Rebates for Off-Peak Travel in North-East from January 2 From January 2, commuters on the North-East Line and Sengkang-Punggol LRT in Singapore can enjoy larger off-peak travel rebates. These enhanced rebates are designed to encourage travel during non-peak hours, with the aim of easing congestion during peak times. This initiative is part of the Government's ongoing efforts to improve public transport efficiency and user experience.
- ๐น Singapore's Inflation Too Low for January Easing, Analysts Suggest Singapore's inflation, recorded at 4% in September 2023 due to lower accommodation and utilities prices, won't prompt monetary policy easing in January, say analysts from HSBC and Standard Chartered.
- ๐ฒ Record-Breaking Bets: Singapore Pools Hits $12.2 Billion in Wagers on 4-D, Sports, and More In the fiscal year ending March 2023, Singapore Pools saw a record $12.2 billion in bets on 4-D, Toto, and various sports games. This unprecedented figure marked an $800 million increase from the previous year. The surge in betting activities followed the resumption of sports events and increased consumer confidence post-COVID-19. Soccer bets alone accounted for half of the total turnover, underscoring heightened public interest in sports wagering.
- ๐ Philippines Passes Counter-Terrorism Leadership to Singapore The Philippines officially transferred leadership of the ASEAN Our Eyes (AOE) Counter-Terrorism Information Facility to Singapore on March 31, 2023. Philippine Defense Secretary Carlito G. Galvez Jr. and Singaporeโs Defense Minister Dr. Ng Eng Hen were present at the handover ceremony.
- โ๏ธ Scoot Flight Departs Early: Passengers Stranded at Changi Airport On December 20, 2024, Scoot flight TR713 left 90 minutes ahead of schedule from Singapore Changi Airport. Many passengers, unaware of the change, missed the flight as no prior notification was given.
- ๐ "When Are We Ever Satisfied?" Local Praises Singapore's Charm Besides Relocation Hesitance In an October 2023 interview, Singaporean Loo Jung highlights his enduring attachment to Singapore, expressing unwavering devotion to its cultural diversity and infrastructure, despite opportunities overseas. Loo feels a deep connection to local traditions and community values, emphasizing his contentment with life in Singapore.
- ๐ Sias Expands Financial Education: โInvest Singaporeโ to Reach Singapore's Heartlands with Workshops and Exhibitions Sias, led by David Gerald, launches "Invest Singapore" on October 28, 2023, at Tampines West Community Club. Aiming to enhance financial literacy, the initiative targets residents across Singapore's heartlands.
- ๐ธ๐ฌ S'pore Charity Raises Over $2.6M for Gaza Humanitarian Aid SEEDS of Hope, a Singapore-based charity, has raised over $2.6 million by October 10, 2023, to assist children and families in Gaza affected by the conflict. The fundraiser included contributions from various donors and aims to provide essential supplies and support through December.
- ๐ข **Dubai Property Splurge: Money Laundering Suspects from Singapore Spend S$38 Million** In August 2023, nine Singapore nationals were involved in a money laundering syndicate, spending nearly S$38 million on properties in Dubai. They were arrested on charges including forgery and large-scale fraud, and the case is under Singaporean police investigation.
- โ๏ธ Singapore Flight Mishap: Scoot Leaves Early, Passenger Left Behind On 4 October 2023, a Scoot flight unexpectedly departed 90 minutes early from Singapore. Additionally, the government apologised for the anxiety caused due to NRIC data unmasking concerns.
- ๐ Singapore Shares Dip: STI Drops by 1.1% Amidst Market Uncertainty On October 13, 2023, Singapore's Straits Times Index (STI) fell by 34.55 points to close at 3,164.61, marking a 1.1% decline. Analysts cite growing economic concerns affecting investor sentiment.
- โฝ Malaysia Predicted to Triumph: 96.1% of Fans Confident in Victory Over Singapore [WATCH] In a recent NST online poll conducted on December 3, 2024, a remarkable 96.1% of readers predicted that Malaysia's national football team will defeat Singapore in their upcoming match. The voting spanned 24 hours, culminating at 3:00 PM. This poll reflects growing optimism among Malaysian supporters as they prepare for the highly anticipated clash in Kuala Lumpur, set for December 8, 2024.
- ๐ **Singapore NRIC Saga: Communication Gaps Exposed by Apology Timing** A data saga involving the unauthorized use of Singapore residentsโ NRIC data by Porterbrook Pte Ltd led the Singapore government to apologize on August 20, 2023, raising concerns about internal communication lapses.
- ๐ Singaporeโs Record Bid Rigging Fine Imposed as Enforcement Increases The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore fined 10 contractors a record S$32.5 million on October 2023 for bid-rigging in government construction tenders from 2014 to 2017.
- โฝ Singapore's Football Triumph: Singapore hold Malaysia to draw, progress to ASEAN Championship semis On January 3, 2023, at Bukit Jalil National Stadium, Singapore's Shah Shahiran scored in the 96th minute to secure a 1-1 draw against Malaysia, advancing Singapore to the ASEAN Championship semi-finals.
- ๐ Italian Artisans Illuminate Singapore: Italian artisans craft 100K bulbs for Singapore's Christmas Wonderland. Italian artisans from Mariano Light handcraft around 100,000 bulbs for the Christmas Wonderland display in Singapore. This dazzling annual event at Gardens by the Bay attracts thousands of visitors each year.
