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- 👟 On Arrives in Singapore: Swiss Sportswear Brand Lands at Jewel Changi Airport Swiss sportswear brand On made its Singapore debut at Jewel Changi Airport on October 2023. The store offers a unique range of footwear and apparel, designed for urban explorers and runners. Founded by former athlete Olivier Bernhard, On aims to expand its presence in Asia through this new outlet, offering innovative products like the Cloudstratus shoe.
- 🚢 Singapore Retains Maritime Crown: Singapore achieves top status as a global maritime hub for the 12th year, according to the Xinhua-Baltic Exchange International Shipping Centre Development Index.
- 📈 Singapore's Strategic Shift: New Measures Unveiled to Bolster Economic Resilience Amid Global Trade Volatility On July 11, 2025, Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry announced initiatives, including digital transformation funds and trade partnerships, to fortify the economy against global trade disruptions, emphasizing sustainability and technological advancements.
- ⚽ Singapore U16 Boys Build Momentum: Football Association of Singapore Eyes Continued Success The Singapore U16 boys, led by head coach Philippe Aw, showcased progress during the AFF U16 Championship from July 31 to August 13, 2023, despite ending with a group-stage exit, focusing on long-term development.
- 📰 Singapore's Trusted Media Call: PM Wong Emphasizes Urgent Need Amidst Global Uncertainties Finance Minister Lawrence Wong, speaking at The Straits Times' 178th anniversary event on October 11, 2023, highlighted the importance of reliable media, emphasizing government support to bolster independent journalism in Singapore.
- 🔬Nuclear Research Enhanced: S$66 million grant boosts Singapore's nuclear facility at NUS Singapore's National Research Foundation has allocated S$66 million to enhance nuclear safety research through a new radiation-proof facility at the National University of Singapore (NUS). This initiative, announced on October 13, 2023, includes developing advanced technologies to safely harness nuclear energy, with Professor Lim Soon Hock directing the project at the Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiative (SNRSI).
- ⛽️ Aster Chemicals Eyes Expansion in Singapore: Talks Underway to Acquire Esso Petrol Stations Aster Chemicals is in discussions to purchase all Esso petrol stations in Singapore from ExxonMobil. Specific financial terms have not been disclosed. The acquisition, announced on October 20, 2023, could reshape Singapore's fuel retail landscape.
- 🐾 Zero Tolerance on Animal Cruelty: Shanmugam Outlines Firm Stance; PAP Appoints New Backbench Leaders in Singapore Law Minister K. Shanmugam stated unequivocally on October 5, 2023, that Singapore will not condone any form of animal cruelty, emphasizing strict enforcement measures. Concurrently, the People's Action Party appointed new MPs to lead its backbench committees.
- 🌐 Collaborative Boost: SMCCI and Maybank Unite to Empower Malay and Muslim Enterprises in Singapore and Malaysia On October 15, 2023, the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SMCCI) and Maybank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer tailored financial solutions and advisory services, enhancing support for Malay and Muslim-owned enterprises across Singapore and Malaysia, strengthening cross-border business collaborations.
- 🔝 CEO Paychecks Revealed: Singapore's Top Companies' Executive Earnings Exposed In a review of 2022 CEO salaries, DBS paid Piyush Gupta S$15.4 million, while Singtel’s Yuen Kuan Moon earned S$7 million. OCBC and UOB CEOs received S$11.2 million and S$13.4 million respectively.
- 💼 Singapore CEO Payouts Revealed: Top Companies' Leaders Earn Millions The Business Times reveals that in 2022, DBS Group's CEO Piyush Gupta received S$15.4 million. Meanwhile, UOB's Wee Ee Cheong earned S$12.3 million, and OCBC's Helen Wong got S$10.2 million, highlighting significant remuneration differences among Singapore's top banking leaders.
- 🎯 Women’s Water Polo Showdown: Spain Dominates on Day One Against South Africa! Spain triumphed over South Africa 28-1 in the women’s water polo preliminary on September 15, 2023. Key players included Spanish star Judith Forca, who scored five goals, and South Africa's captain, Kelsey White, who contributed South Africa's sole goal.
- 🌇 JB's Retail Struggle: Enforcement of Vehicle Entry Permit hits Singaporean visitors' numbers, impacting JB shops. 🌇 JB's Retail Struggle: Enforcement of Vehicle Entry Permit hits Singaporean visitors' numbers, impacting JB shops. The implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system on October 1, 2023, for foreign-registered vehicles entering Johor Bahru (JB) from Singapore has resulted in a notable reduction in Singaporean visitors, affecting businesses such as the 20-year-old Taman Pelangi hair salon owned by Cindy Wong.
- 🎤 Jacky Cheung Encore Fever: Singer adds 3 more Singapore concerts, totaling 6 must-see shows! Hong Kong singer Jacky Cheung has expanded his concert series at the Singapore Indoor Stadium by adding three additional encore shows on February 23, 24, and 25, 2024, after the initial dates sold out.
- 💼 Bunjang Eyes Singapore for Asian Market Expansion South Korea's leading secondhand marketplace, Bunjang, announced plans on October 15, 2023, to expand into Singapore. This move serves as a strategic hub for capturing the broader Southeast Asian market.
- 🚚 Innovation in Singapore: FedEx Teams Up with QuikBot for Robotic Deliveries in Urban Hubs FedEx's collaboration with Singapore startup QuikBot will see autonomous robots deployed in commercial districts for efficient last-mile deliveries. Initiated on October 15, 2023, this project aims to enhance delivery speed and reduce operational costs.
- 🎤 Jacky Cheung Adds More Shows: Iconic Singer Schedules Three Additional Concerts in Singapore Jacky Cheung, known as the "God of Songs," announced three additional encore concerts for his Singapore tour due to overwhelming demand. Singapore's Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam firmly stated that the nation will not tolerate animal cruelty being trivialized as a sport.
- 💸 Singapore Offers Grants: Up to $78,000 Per Company to Mitigate US Tariffs' Impact Singapore's government is providing grants under the Enterprise Development Grant scheme, allowing claims from November 2023. The move aims to support businesses hit by US-imposed tariffs, enhancing trade resilience.
- 🔬 Singapore Advances Nuclear Research: NUS Launches Full-Fledged Research Institute The Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiative at the National University of Singapore, led by Prof. Lim Hock, was officially established as a full-fledged research institute on 2nd October 2023, enhancing regional nuclear capabilities.
- 🌟 Singapore's Gardens By The Bay to Dazzle with SPARK Light Show "Spark," a light installation by artist Ange Lum, will illuminate Singapore's Gardens By The Bay from December 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024. This collaboration with Panasonic showcases sustainable lighting technology, enhancing the natural beauty of the gardens.
- 👟 On Arrives in Singapore: Swiss Sportswear Brand Lands at Jewel Changi Airport Swiss sportswear brand On made its Singapore debut at Jewel Changi Airport on October 2023. The store offers a unique range of footwear and apparel, designed for urban explorers and runners. Founded by former athlete Olivier Bernhard, On aims to expand its presence in Asia through this new outlet, offering innovative products like the Cloudstratus shoe.
- 🚢 Singapore Retains Maritime Crown: Singapore achieves top status as a global maritime hub for the 12th year, according to the Xinhua-Baltic Exchange International Shipping Centre Development Index.
- 📈 Singapore's Strategic Shift: New Measures Unveiled to Bolster Economic Resilience Amid Global Trade Volatility On July 11, 2025, Singapore's Ministry of Trade and Industry announced initiatives, including digital transformation funds and trade partnerships, to fortify the economy against global trade disruptions, emphasizing sustainability and technological advancements.
- ⚽ Singapore U16 Boys Build Momentum: Football Association of Singapore Eyes Continued Success The Singapore U16 boys, led by head coach Philippe Aw, showcased progress during the AFF U16 Championship from July 31 to August 13, 2023, despite ending with a group-stage exit, focusing on long-term development.
- 📰 Singapore's Trusted Media Call: PM Wong Emphasizes Urgent Need Amidst Global Uncertainties Finance Minister Lawrence Wong, speaking at The Straits Times' 178th anniversary event on October 11, 2023, highlighted the importance of reliable media, emphasizing government support to bolster independent journalism in Singapore.
- 🔬Nuclear Research Enhanced: S$66 million grant boosts Singapore's nuclear facility at NUS Singapore's National Research Foundation has allocated S$66 million to enhance nuclear safety research through a new radiation-proof facility at the National University of Singapore (NUS). This initiative, announced on October 13, 2023, includes developing advanced technologies to safely harness nuclear energy, with Professor Lim Soon Hock directing the project at the Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiative (SNRSI).
- ⛽️ Aster Chemicals Eyes Expansion in Singapore: Talks Underway to Acquire Esso Petrol Stations Aster Chemicals is in discussions to purchase all Esso petrol stations in Singapore from ExxonMobil. Specific financial terms have not been disclosed. The acquisition, announced on October 20, 2023, could reshape Singapore's fuel retail landscape.
- 🐾 Zero Tolerance on Animal Cruelty: Shanmugam Outlines Firm Stance; PAP Appoints New Backbench Leaders in Singapore Law Minister K. Shanmugam stated unequivocally on October 5, 2023, that Singapore will not condone any form of animal cruelty, emphasizing strict enforcement measures. Concurrently, the People's Action Party appointed new MPs to lead its backbench committees.
- 🌐 Collaborative Boost: SMCCI and Maybank Unite to Empower Malay and Muslim Enterprises in Singapore and Malaysia On October 15, 2023, the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SMCCI) and Maybank signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer tailored financial solutions and advisory services, enhancing support for Malay and Muslim-owned enterprises across Singapore and Malaysia, strengthening cross-border business collaborations.
- 🔝 CEO Paychecks Revealed: Singapore's Top Companies' Executive Earnings Exposed In a review of 2022 CEO salaries, DBS paid Piyush Gupta S$15.4 million, while Singtel’s Yuen Kuan Moon earned S$7 million. OCBC and UOB CEOs received S$11.2 million and S$13.4 million respectively.
- 💼 Singapore CEO Payouts Revealed: Top Companies' Leaders Earn Millions The Business Times reveals that in 2022, DBS Group's CEO Piyush Gupta received S$15.4 million. Meanwhile, UOB's Wee Ee Cheong earned S$12.3 million, and OCBC's Helen Wong got S$10.2 million, highlighting significant remuneration differences among Singapore's top banking leaders.
- 🎯 Women’s Water Polo Showdown: Spain Dominates on Day One Against South Africa! Spain triumphed over South Africa 28-1 in the women’s water polo preliminary on September 15, 2023. Key players included Spanish star Judith Forca, who scored five goals, and South Africa's captain, Kelsey White, who contributed South Africa's sole goal.
- 🌇 JB's Retail Struggle: Enforcement of Vehicle Entry Permit hits Singaporean visitors' numbers, impacting JB shops. 🌇 JB's Retail Struggle: Enforcement of Vehicle Entry Permit hits Singaporean visitors' numbers, impacting JB shops. The implementation of the Vehicle Entry Permit (VEP) system on October 1, 2023, for foreign-registered vehicles entering Johor Bahru (JB) from Singapore has resulted in a notable reduction in Singaporean visitors, affecting businesses such as the 20-year-old Taman Pelangi hair salon owned by Cindy Wong.
- 🎤 Jacky Cheung Encore Fever: Singer adds 3 more Singapore concerts, totaling 6 must-see shows! Hong Kong singer Jacky Cheung has expanded his concert series at the Singapore Indoor Stadium by adding three additional encore shows on February 23, 24, and 25, 2024, after the initial dates sold out.
- 💼 Bunjang Eyes Singapore for Asian Market Expansion South Korea's leading secondhand marketplace, Bunjang, announced plans on October 15, 2023, to expand into Singapore. This move serves as a strategic hub for capturing the broader Southeast Asian market.
- 🚚 Innovation in Singapore: FedEx Teams Up with QuikBot for Robotic Deliveries in Urban Hubs FedEx's collaboration with Singapore startup QuikBot will see autonomous robots deployed in commercial districts for efficient last-mile deliveries. Initiated on October 15, 2023, this project aims to enhance delivery speed and reduce operational costs.
- 🎤 Jacky Cheung Adds More Shows: Iconic Singer Schedules Three Additional Concerts in Singapore Jacky Cheung, known as the "God of Songs," announced three additional encore concerts for his Singapore tour due to overwhelming demand. Singapore's Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam firmly stated that the nation will not tolerate animal cruelty being trivialized as a sport.
- 💸 Singapore Offers Grants: Up to $78,000 Per Company to Mitigate US Tariffs' Impact Singapore's government is providing grants under the Enterprise Development Grant scheme, allowing claims from November 2023. The move aims to support businesses hit by US-imposed tariffs, enhancing trade resilience.
- 🔬 Singapore Advances Nuclear Research: NUS Launches Full-Fledged Research Institute The Singapore Nuclear Research and Safety Initiative at the National University of Singapore, led by Prof. Lim Hock, was officially established as a full-fledged research institute on 2nd October 2023, enhancing regional nuclear capabilities.
- 🌟 Singapore's Gardens By The Bay to Dazzle with SPARK Light Show "Spark," a light installation by artist Ange Lum, will illuminate Singapore's Gardens By The Bay from December 1, 2023, to January 1, 2024. This collaboration with Panasonic showcases sustainable lighting technology, enhancing the natural beauty of the gardens.
