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- 🍽️ Closing Time: 1939 Singapore Bids Farewell This Month Located at 36 Keong Saik Road, 1939 Singapore (previously known as Potato Head Singapore) will permanently close its doors on May 26, 2023. The popular dining spot, part of the Potato Head Family, has been a landmark in Chinatown, attracting locals and tourists alike. Known for its eclectic mix of food and drinks, the venue opened in 2014 and has since been pivotal in the city's dining scene.
- ✈️ Singapore Air Forecasts Reduced Demand Amid Trade Challenges Singapore Airlines, led by CEO Mr. Goh Choon Phong, foresees weakened travel demand due to global trade tensions. The company predicts this uncertainty might affect financial performance in the upcoming months, particularly into early 2024.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines to Reward Staff with Over 7 Months’ Bonus In May 2025, Singapore Airlines announced plans to grant employees bonuses exceeding seven months, boosting staff morale after a profitable fiscal year. The new initiative, reported by The Straits Times, exemplifies the company's success and its commitment to rewarding workforce contributions.
- ✈️ Mega Yet Cozy: Singapore's Changi Airport Begins Construction on New Terminal Singapore's Changi Airport began construction on its new Terminal 5 on May 15, 2025. The $10 billion project, expected to be completed by 2035, aims to handle 50 million passengers annually.
- 📈 Singapore's April Exports Surge: Key exports rise 12.4%, surpassing forecasts with unexpected growth. In April 2019, Singapore's key exports grew by a surprising 12.4%, driven by front-loaded shipments amid a temporary US-China tariff truce. The electronics sector saw significant gains while non-oil domestic exports primarily contributed to this increase.
- 🌟 Singapore's April Exports Surge 12.4%: Exceeding Forecasts with Robust Performance Singapore's non-oil domestic exports in April 2023 jumped 12.4% year-on-year, surpassing analyst projections. Strong shipments to China and the United States fueled growth, marking a significant economic milestone.
- 🚀 Singapore's Exports Leap: 12.4% Surge in April Outstrips Forecasts Key exports from Singapore increased by 12.4% in April 2023, exceeding expectations significantly. The surge was driven by non-electronic products, especially pharmaceuticals, which rose by 30.9%.
- 💼 Singapore Airlines Bonuses: Airline to Reward Staff with Over 7 Months' Pay, Warns of Tariff Dangers Singapore Airlines announced a bonus pay exceeding seven months for staff due to performance in fiscal year 2023/24. However, CEO Goh Choon Phong highlighted risks from potential tariff impacts and geopolitical tensions on October 10, 2023.
- 🏢 Mapletree's Major Move: S$535.3 Million Sale of Singapore Industrial Assets On October 23, 2023, Mapletree Industrial Trust sold three Singapore industrial properties for S$535.3 million to a joint venture between MIT and Mapletree Investments. The properties include 1 and 1A Depot Close, 7 Tai Seng Drive, and 2 Serangoon North Avenue 5. This divestment aligns with Mapletree's strategy to focus on data centers and high-tech buildings.
- 🌟 Singapore's Political Milestone: Singapore appoints its first female Deputy Prime Minister, stirring anticipation for PM Wong's bold new cabinet choices. Lawrence Wong, expected to form a new Cabinet by mid-2024, is predicted to make strategic and forward-thinking appointments, following the appointment of Singapore's first female Deputy Prime Minister. Analysts are watching closely.
- ✈️ SIA Staff Celebrate as Record Profits Yield 7.45-Month Bonus; Singapore Political Strategies Unfold with GRC Boundary Shifts SIA reports record profits for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2023, allowing bonuses for staff. PAP's post-election strategy includes GRC boundary adjustments, reflecting a shift in political tactics.
- 🎭 Singapore International Festival of Arts Returns: Bedok Hosts Heartland Pavilion The Singapore International Festival of Arts Pavilion opened in Bedok on 18 September 2023, featuring free live performances, art installations, and showcases until 8 October, engaging the community in unique cultural experiences.
- ⚓ PSA to Hire 2,500 Staff as Singapore Ports Near Cargo Record PSA International is set to recruit 2,500 employees to boost operations at Pasir Panjang Terminal. Expected record-breaking cargo volumes in 2023 necessitate workforce expansion to maintain efficiency amidst increased demand.
- 🎽 Singapore's Rhythmic Gymnasts Shine at Home: Ready for Asian Championships Glory The Asian Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships commence on May 31, 2023, in Singapore. Hosted at the OCBC Arena, this event marks a significant moment for local talents like Tanya Ong and Adele Ong, who aim for medals.
- 💊 Singapore Must be Wary of Foreign Drug Agendas, Warns Shanmugam On 4 October 2023, Singapore's Minister for Home Affairs, K. Shanmugam, emphasized the need for vigilance against foreign influences on drug policies. During his address at the Home Team Academy, he stressed that external agendas should not dictate Singapore's drug laws, highlighting the government's firm stance against drug legalization.
- ✈️ SIA Staff Celebrate: 7.45-Month Bonus Awarded After Record Profit for Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines (SIA) employees will receive a generous 7.45-month bonus following a record annual profit of nearly S$2.16 billion for the financial year ending 31 March 2023.
- 💡 Singapore EXPO Shines: Pioneer Awardee of Platinum Certification for MICE Sustainability, Setting Industry Benchmark On October 12, 2023, Singapore EXPO achieved the prestigious Platinum Certification for MICE Sustainability from MICE Sustainability Standards Authority (MSSA), elevating sustainability practices in the industry. This recognition underscores Singapore's commitment to eco-friendly business initiatives.
- ✈️ SIA Staff to Receive 7.45-Month Bonus After Record Profits; GRC Boundary Shifts Reflect PAP's Strategy Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced on 5 October 2023 that employees will receive a 7.45-month bonus following record profits. Additionally, the PAP's recent GRC boundary adjustments align with post-election strategies to strengthen political support.
- 🚢 Singapore’s Ports Set to Break Record; PSA to Hire 2,500 Workers by 2025 PSA International aims to employ 2,500 new staff by 2025 as Singapore's ports are expected to handle record-breaking container throughput, surpassing 37.2 million TEUs, highlighted during the October 2023 announcement.
- ✈️ SIA Celebrates Record Profits with 7.45-Month Bonus for Staff Amid GRC Adjustments Reflecting PAP's Strategy Singapore Airlines employees are awarded a significant 7.45-month bonus following record-breaking profits. Concurrently, PAP adjusts GRC boundaries as part of its strategy post the recent election.
- 🍽️ Closing Time: 1939 Singapore Bids Farewell This Month Located at 36 Keong Saik Road, 1939 Singapore (previously known as Potato Head Singapore) will permanently close its doors on May 26, 2023. The popular dining spot, part of the Potato Head Family, has been a landmark in Chinatown, attracting locals and tourists alike. Known for its eclectic mix of food and drinks, the venue opened in 2014 and has since been pivotal in the city's dining scene.
- ✈️ Singapore Air Forecasts Reduced Demand Amid Trade Challenges Singapore Airlines, led by CEO Mr. Goh Choon Phong, foresees weakened travel demand due to global trade tensions. The company predicts this uncertainty might affect financial performance in the upcoming months, particularly into early 2024.
- ✈️ Singapore Airlines to Reward Staff with Over 7 Months’ Bonus In May 2025, Singapore Airlines announced plans to grant employees bonuses exceeding seven months, boosting staff morale after a profitable fiscal year. The new initiative, reported by The Straits Times, exemplifies the company's success and its commitment to rewarding workforce contributions.
- ✈️ Mega Yet Cozy: Singapore's Changi Airport Begins Construction on New Terminal Singapore's Changi Airport began construction on its new Terminal 5 on May 15, 2025. The $10 billion project, expected to be completed by 2035, aims to handle 50 million passengers annually.
- 📈 Singapore's April Exports Surge: Key exports rise 12.4%, surpassing forecasts with unexpected growth. In April 2019, Singapore's key exports grew by a surprising 12.4%, driven by front-loaded shipments amid a temporary US-China tariff truce. The electronics sector saw significant gains while non-oil domestic exports primarily contributed to this increase.
- 🌟 Singapore's April Exports Surge 12.4%: Exceeding Forecasts with Robust Performance Singapore's non-oil domestic exports in April 2023 jumped 12.4% year-on-year, surpassing analyst projections. Strong shipments to China and the United States fueled growth, marking a significant economic milestone.
- 🚀 Singapore's Exports Leap: 12.4% Surge in April Outstrips Forecasts Key exports from Singapore increased by 12.4% in April 2023, exceeding expectations significantly. The surge was driven by non-electronic products, especially pharmaceuticals, which rose by 30.9%.
- 💼 Singapore Airlines Bonuses: Airline to Reward Staff with Over 7 Months' Pay, Warns of Tariff Dangers Singapore Airlines announced a bonus pay exceeding seven months for staff due to performance in fiscal year 2023/24. However, CEO Goh Choon Phong highlighted risks from potential tariff impacts and geopolitical tensions on October 10, 2023.
- 🏢 Mapletree's Major Move: S$535.3 Million Sale of Singapore Industrial Assets On October 23, 2023, Mapletree Industrial Trust sold three Singapore industrial properties for S$535.3 million to a joint venture between MIT and Mapletree Investments. The properties include 1 and 1A Depot Close, 7 Tai Seng Drive, and 2 Serangoon North Avenue 5. This divestment aligns with Mapletree's strategy to focus on data centers and high-tech buildings.
- 🌟 Singapore's Political Milestone: Singapore appoints its first female Deputy Prime Minister, stirring anticipation for PM Wong's bold new cabinet choices. Lawrence Wong, expected to form a new Cabinet by mid-2024, is predicted to make strategic and forward-thinking appointments, following the appointment of Singapore's first female Deputy Prime Minister. Analysts are watching closely.
- ✈️ SIA Staff Celebrate as Record Profits Yield 7.45-Month Bonus; Singapore Political Strategies Unfold with GRC Boundary Shifts SIA reports record profits for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2023, allowing bonuses for staff. PAP's post-election strategy includes GRC boundary adjustments, reflecting a shift in political tactics.
- 🎭 Singapore International Festival of Arts Returns: Bedok Hosts Heartland Pavilion The Singapore International Festival of Arts Pavilion opened in Bedok on 18 September 2023, featuring free live performances, art installations, and showcases until 8 October, engaging the community in unique cultural experiences.
- ⚓ PSA to Hire 2,500 Staff as Singapore Ports Near Cargo Record PSA International is set to recruit 2,500 employees to boost operations at Pasir Panjang Terminal. Expected record-breaking cargo volumes in 2023 necessitate workforce expansion to maintain efficiency amidst increased demand.
- 🎽 Singapore's Rhythmic Gymnasts Shine at Home: Ready for Asian Championships Glory The Asian Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships commence on May 31, 2023, in Singapore. Hosted at the OCBC Arena, this event marks a significant moment for local talents like Tanya Ong and Adele Ong, who aim for medals.
- 💊 Singapore Must be Wary of Foreign Drug Agendas, Warns Shanmugam On 4 October 2023, Singapore's Minister for Home Affairs, K. Shanmugam, emphasized the need for vigilance against foreign influences on drug policies. During his address at the Home Team Academy, he stressed that external agendas should not dictate Singapore's drug laws, highlighting the government's firm stance against drug legalization.
- ✈️ SIA Staff Celebrate: 7.45-Month Bonus Awarded After Record Profit for Singapore Airlines Singapore Airlines (SIA) employees will receive a generous 7.45-month bonus following a record annual profit of nearly S$2.16 billion for the financial year ending 31 March 2023.
- 💡 Singapore EXPO Shines: Pioneer Awardee of Platinum Certification for MICE Sustainability, Setting Industry Benchmark On October 12, 2023, Singapore EXPO achieved the prestigious Platinum Certification for MICE Sustainability from MICE Sustainability Standards Authority (MSSA), elevating sustainability practices in the industry. This recognition underscores Singapore's commitment to eco-friendly business initiatives.
- ✈️ SIA Staff to Receive 7.45-Month Bonus After Record Profits; GRC Boundary Shifts Reflect PAP's Strategy Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced on 5 October 2023 that employees will receive a 7.45-month bonus following record profits. Additionally, the PAP's recent GRC boundary adjustments align with post-election strategies to strengthen political support.
- 🚢 Singapore’s Ports Set to Break Record; PSA to Hire 2,500 Workers by 2025 PSA International aims to employ 2,500 new staff by 2025 as Singapore's ports are expected to handle record-breaking container throughput, surpassing 37.2 million TEUs, highlighted during the October 2023 announcement.
- ✈️ SIA Celebrates Record Profits with 7.45-Month Bonus for Staff Amid GRC Adjustments Reflecting PAP's Strategy Singapore Airlines employees are awarded a significant 7.45-month bonus following record-breaking profits. Concurrently, PAP adjusts GRC boundaries as part of its strategy post the recent election.
