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- 🏆 Straits Times Journalists Shine: Four Awards Secured at Singapore Press Club Event On October 4, 2023, The Straits Times journalists clinched four awards at the Singapore Press Club's inaugural awards event. Lim Yan Liang and Wong Shiying were recognized for Best News Story, while Timothy Goh and Tay Hong Yi won Best Young Journalist.
- ✈️ Qantas Plane Malfunction Leaves Hundreds Stranded in Singapore Hundreds of passengers have been stranded in Singapore since October 2, 2023, due to a Qantas Airbus A380 engine malfunction. Repairs were delayed, leaving passengers facing extended disruptions.
- 🚄 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Unveils New Trains for Singapore's Sengkang-Punggol LRT to Boost Capacity Amid Local Population Growth On July 15, 2025, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries commenced commercial operations of its new trains on Singapore's Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines to address increasing transit needs due to regional population expansion.
- 🌏 Keller Williams Enters Singapore: Leading Real Estate Firm Expands Its Global Footprint Keller Williams, led by Marc King, announced its expansion into Singapore on September 26, 2023. This move marks the company's continued global growth under the leadership of CEO Carl Liebert.
- ✈️ Ports and Planes Partnership: The 2 Singapore firms crucial in maintaining global connectivity PSA International and Singapore Airlines have been instrumental in global logistics and travel. In August 2023, PSA handled 37.2 million TEUs, while Singapore Airlines carried over two million passengers, reinforcing Singapore's status as a global hub.
- 🚧 Singapore's Luxury Condo Struggles: Early Market Signs of Limitations In July 2025, Singapore's high-end condo project by XYZ Developments stumbled as early sales fell short of expectations. This raises concerns about the city's luxury property market saturation.
- 🌏 ASEAN Shift: Startups Built in Thailand, Funded in Singapore, Eye New Opportunities Many startups built in Thailand are receiving funding from investors in Singapore, with the city-state becoming a new hub for Southeast Asian tech companies according to an October 2023 report by The Business Times.
- 🌟 Singapore's Top Eats: Discover the 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand List Now! The 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand list for Singapore, revealed on July 17, 2025, features over 80 hawker stalls and restaurants, including newcomers Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle and renowned favorite Jaan by Kirk Westaway.
- 🏢 Top Singapore REITs for Beginners: Explore Income Opportunities with These 4 Selections CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Mapletree Industrial Trust, Keppel REIT, and Frasers Centrepoint Trust offer stability and growth prospects for new investors. These REITs focus on diverse sectors like retail, office spaces, and industrial properties.
- 🌟 Singapore REITs for Beginners: Top Picks to Consider CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Mapletree Commercial Trust, and Ascendas REIT are solid choices for new investors seeking stable returns and long-term growth in Singapore's REIT market.
- 📦 SEKO Logistics Expands: Launches New Singapore Hub to Boost APAC Operations SEKO Logistics inaugurated a new logistics hub in Singapore on 6th December 2023. The hub aims to enhance their Asia-Pacific reach, providing improved supply chain efficiency and better service for regional clients.
- 🐠 Dive into Singapore's Wonders: New Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa Opens The new Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa, set to open on December 23, 2023, spans 10,000 square meters featuring over 100,000 marine animals. The $60 million project enhances visitor engagement with immersive technology.
- 🛑 Johor Stems Brain Drain: Malaysia's Johor retains talent, stemming migration to Singapore amid regional employment reforms. On July 17, 2025, Johor's efforts to curb talent migration to Singapore show success. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi highlights initiatives like the Johor Digital Economy Centre, launched in 2023, which has significantly attracted tech professionals back to Malaysia, reducing skilled worker outflow by 15%.
- 📈 Singapore Exports Surge: Key exports increase 13% in June, reversing recent decline. In June 2023, Singapore's key exports rose by 13% compared to the previous month, following a temporary downturn in May. Non-oil domestic exports were notably strong as electronics experienced significant growth.
- 📈 Singapore's Export Surge: A 13% Increase in June Outpaces Expectations In June 2023, Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) experienced a significant 13% rebound, surpassing economists' expectations. The growth was driven by increases in both electronic and non-electronic exports, according to Enterprise Singapore. These sectors saw strong demand from key markets, including China and the United States.
- 🌍 Singapore’s Export Boom: June Figures Outshine Predictions Despite Global Trade Risks In June, Singapore's non-oil domestic exports soared by 4.6% year-on-year, surpassing expectations despite ongoing global trade uncertainties. Electronics and pharmaceuticals notably drove this growth, highlighting Singapore's export resilience.
- 🏝️ Singapore’s Luxury Gamble: A Wake-Up Call for Thailand’s High-End Tourism Industry Thailand aims to boost its ultra-luxury tourism sector following Singapore's successful IR2 initiative launched on September 30, 2023, worth $3.3 billion. This bold move encourages high-net-worth travelers, targeting 300,000 annual visitors.
- 🐍 Singapore Zoo Celebrates Reptile Baby Boom, Including Endangered Species The Singapore Zoo has welcomed 39 hatchlings across 10 reptile species, including endangered species such as the elongated tortoise, Roti Island snake-necked turtle, and the black marsh turtle, reported on October 15, 2023.
- 🎉 Unveiling SG60: Grand Park City Hall Celebrates Singapore's Heritage in Style Grand Park City Hall in Singapore launches the "SG60 Heritage Celebration" from November 9 to December 15, 2023, featuring local artists like Charles Tan and a curated historical exhibition.
- 🏠 Macau Tycoon Sells at a Loss: Loi Keong Kuong offloads 5 Singapore homes 🏠 Macau Tycoon Sells at a Loss: Loi Keong Kuong offloads 5 Singapore homes Macau property tycoon Loi Keong Kuong sold five houses at Sentosa Cove, Singapore, incurring a loss of S$9.7 million (approximately US$7 million) against the original purchase price. The homes, acquired between 2011 and 2012, were initially bought for approximately S$61 million but sold for S$51.3 million due to Singapore’s slow property market.
- 🏆 Straits Times Journalists Shine: Four Awards Secured at Singapore Press Club Event On October 4, 2023, The Straits Times journalists clinched four awards at the Singapore Press Club's inaugural awards event. Lim Yan Liang and Wong Shiying were recognized for Best News Story, while Timothy Goh and Tay Hong Yi won Best Young Journalist.
- ✈️ Qantas Plane Malfunction Leaves Hundreds Stranded in Singapore Hundreds of passengers have been stranded in Singapore since October 2, 2023, due to a Qantas Airbus A380 engine malfunction. Repairs were delayed, leaving passengers facing extended disruptions.
- 🚄 Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Unveils New Trains for Singapore's Sengkang-Punggol LRT to Boost Capacity Amid Local Population Growth On July 15, 2025, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries commenced commercial operations of its new trains on Singapore's Sengkang-Punggol LRT lines to address increasing transit needs due to regional population expansion.
- 🌏 Keller Williams Enters Singapore: Leading Real Estate Firm Expands Its Global Footprint Keller Williams, led by Marc King, announced its expansion into Singapore on September 26, 2023. This move marks the company's continued global growth under the leadership of CEO Carl Liebert.
- ✈️ Ports and Planes Partnership: The 2 Singapore firms crucial in maintaining global connectivity PSA International and Singapore Airlines have been instrumental in global logistics and travel. In August 2023, PSA handled 37.2 million TEUs, while Singapore Airlines carried over two million passengers, reinforcing Singapore's status as a global hub.
- 🚧 Singapore's Luxury Condo Struggles: Early Market Signs of Limitations In July 2025, Singapore's high-end condo project by XYZ Developments stumbled as early sales fell short of expectations. This raises concerns about the city's luxury property market saturation.
- 🌏 ASEAN Shift: Startups Built in Thailand, Funded in Singapore, Eye New Opportunities Many startups built in Thailand are receiving funding from investors in Singapore, with the city-state becoming a new hub for Southeast Asian tech companies according to an October 2023 report by The Business Times.
- 🌟 Singapore's Top Eats: Discover the 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand List Now! The 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand list for Singapore, revealed on July 17, 2025, features over 80 hawker stalls and restaurants, including newcomers Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle and renowned favorite Jaan by Kirk Westaway.
- 🏢 Top Singapore REITs for Beginners: Explore Income Opportunities with These 4 Selections CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Mapletree Industrial Trust, Keppel REIT, and Frasers Centrepoint Trust offer stability and growth prospects for new investors. These REITs focus on diverse sectors like retail, office spaces, and industrial properties.
- 🌟 Singapore REITs for Beginners: Top Picks to Consider CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Frasers Centrepoint Trust, Mapletree Commercial Trust, and Ascendas REIT are solid choices for new investors seeking stable returns and long-term growth in Singapore's REIT market.
- 📦 SEKO Logistics Expands: Launches New Singapore Hub to Boost APAC Operations SEKO Logistics inaugurated a new logistics hub in Singapore on 6th December 2023. The hub aims to enhance their Asia-Pacific reach, providing improved supply chain efficiency and better service for regional clients.
- 🐠 Dive into Singapore's Wonders: New Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa Opens The new Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa, set to open on December 23, 2023, spans 10,000 square meters featuring over 100,000 marine animals. The $60 million project enhances visitor engagement with immersive technology.
- 🛑 Johor Stems Brain Drain: Malaysia's Johor retains talent, stemming migration to Singapore amid regional employment reforms. On July 17, 2025, Johor's efforts to curb talent migration to Singapore show success. Johor Menteri Besar Datuk Onn Hafiz Ghazi highlights initiatives like the Johor Digital Economy Centre, launched in 2023, which has significantly attracted tech professionals back to Malaysia, reducing skilled worker outflow by 15%.
- 📈 Singapore Exports Surge: Key exports increase 13% in June, reversing recent decline. In June 2023, Singapore's key exports rose by 13% compared to the previous month, following a temporary downturn in May. Non-oil domestic exports were notably strong as electronics experienced significant growth.
- 📈 Singapore's Export Surge: A 13% Increase in June Outpaces Expectations In June 2023, Singapore's non-oil domestic exports (NODX) experienced a significant 13% rebound, surpassing economists' expectations. The growth was driven by increases in both electronic and non-electronic exports, according to Enterprise Singapore. These sectors saw strong demand from key markets, including China and the United States.
- 🌍 Singapore’s Export Boom: June Figures Outshine Predictions Despite Global Trade Risks In June, Singapore's non-oil domestic exports soared by 4.6% year-on-year, surpassing expectations despite ongoing global trade uncertainties. Electronics and pharmaceuticals notably drove this growth, highlighting Singapore's export resilience.
- 🏝️ Singapore’s Luxury Gamble: A Wake-Up Call for Thailand’s High-End Tourism Industry Thailand aims to boost its ultra-luxury tourism sector following Singapore's successful IR2 initiative launched on September 30, 2023, worth $3.3 billion. This bold move encourages high-net-worth travelers, targeting 300,000 annual visitors.
- 🐍 Singapore Zoo Celebrates Reptile Baby Boom, Including Endangered Species The Singapore Zoo has welcomed 39 hatchlings across 10 reptile species, including endangered species such as the elongated tortoise, Roti Island snake-necked turtle, and the black marsh turtle, reported on October 15, 2023.
- 🎉 Unveiling SG60: Grand Park City Hall Celebrates Singapore's Heritage in Style Grand Park City Hall in Singapore launches the "SG60 Heritage Celebration" from November 9 to December 15, 2023, featuring local artists like Charles Tan and a curated historical exhibition.
- 🏠 Macau Tycoon Sells at a Loss: Loi Keong Kuong offloads 5 Singapore homes 🏠 Macau Tycoon Sells at a Loss: Loi Keong Kuong offloads 5 Singapore homes Macau property tycoon Loi Keong Kuong sold five houses at Sentosa Cove, Singapore, incurring a loss of S$9.7 million (approximately US$7 million) against the original purchase price. The homes, acquired between 2011 and 2012, were initially bought for approximately S$61 million but sold for S$51.3 million due to Singapore’s slow property market.
