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- 💸 Dividend Boost: Discover Three Singapore REITs Offering Attractive Payouts This September! CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust, and Mapletree Logistics Trust are offering dividends in September 2023. Investors can benefit from their stable income, reflecting resilient performance.
- 📈 September Dividend Alert: Discover 3 Singapore REITs Rewarding Investors Frasers Centrepoint Trust distributes 0.0633 Singapore dollars per unit on October 24, 2023. Ascendas REIT pays 0.073 Singapore dollars per unit on November 17, 2023, while EC World REIT declares 0.0173 Singapore dollars per unit with a November 1, 2023 payment date.
- ⚽️ Singapore's Efforts Fall Short in 2-1 Defeat by Malaysia Hariss Harun scored on September 23, 2023, but failed to save Singapore from a 2-1 defeat against Malaysia. Faisal Halim and Darren Lok secured the win for Malaysia at Bukit Jalil Stadium.
- ✈️ Singapore and Malaysia Strengthen Ties: Annual Bilateral Air Force Exercise Enhances Search and Rescue Coordination The 27th annual bilateral Singapore-Malaysia Air Forces exercise, hosted by Singapore from August 28 to September 1, 2023, involved 750 personnel and focused on air operations to improve interoperability.
- 🌧️ S'pore to Invest S$25 Million in Weather Prediction Boost On September 13, 2025, Singapore announced a S$25 million research program to be led by the Meteorological Service Singapore, aiming to enhance weather prediction capabilities.
- 🚨 Man Nabbed in Singapore: More Charges for Selling Kpods in Bishan Operation During an HSA operation in Bishan, Singapore, on October 22, 2023, Muhammad Hafiz Bin Abdul Rahman was found with Kpods, illegal etomidate-laced vape products, for sale. He faces fresh charges under the Sale of Drugs Act.
- 🌏 PCA Expands Its Footprint: New Office in Singapore Opens to Enhance Dispute Resolution Services The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) opened its expanded office in Singapore on 10 October 2023. The new facility aims to enhance its global service in international dispute resolution, with Justice Steven Chong officiating the inauguration.
- 🎉 Borneo Motors Singapore Reaches Centennial Milestone in 2025! Founded in 1925, Borneo Motors Singapore, part of Toyota Group, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025 with a series of events, reflecting on its legacy of automotive excellence in Singapore.
- 🇹🇭 Thailand's New Leader: Anutin Charnvirakul Elected as Prime Minister On August 21, 2023, Thailand’s House of Representatives and Senate jointly elected Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister with 482 votes. Anutin, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, edged out Chaikasem Nitisiri of Pheu Thai Party, which had only controlled enough seats to nominate a candidate in the initial stage.
- 🇸🇬 Parliament Reopens: Speaker Seah Kian Peng Cautions Against 'Playing to the Gallery' as MPs Sworn In The opening of Singapore's 14th Parliament took place on October 2, 2023, with Speaker Seah Kian Peng warning MPs against grandstanding. Members, including NCMPs, were sworn in, amidst reminders to prioritize constituent concerns.
- 🏆 Singapore SME 500 Award 2025: Winner Announcement Set for 30 September Applications for the Singapore SME 500 Award 2025 have officially closed. Managed by the Association of Trade & Commerce (Singapore), the award recognizes exceptional SMEs for outstanding business practices and achievements. Winners were announced on 30 September 2025.
- ✈️ Thaksin's Unplanned Stop: Ex-Thai PM diverts flight from Singapore to Dubai, raising speculations. Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra altered his travel itinerary on October 10, 2023, switching his flight plans from Singapore to Dubai unexpectedly. This move, reported by Nation Thailand, has fueled discussions about his political strategies and personal plans, considering his recent return to Thailand and pending legal issues.
- ⚽ Lions Fall Short: Singapore falls 2-1 to Malaysia in Bukit Jalil; Living costs and employment to dominate Singapore's Parliamentary session. On 14 October 2023, Singapore's national football team faced a 2-1 defeat against Malaysia at Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Subsequently, experts indicated that the core agenda for Singapore's parliamentary session includes discussions on rising living costs and employment challenges.
- 🚀 ICICI Bank Launches Startup Hub in Bengaluru ICICI Bank inaugurated its startup-focused branch in Bengaluru on September 27, 2023. Led by Executive Director Anup Bagchi, the branch aims to support tech startups with specialized banking services and funding opportunities.
- 🔍 Uncover Singapore's Secrets: Dive into Monopoly's Hidden Edition and more Design News! Pilot's Midnight fountain pen, available from November 1, 2023, offers sleek design and precision ink exchange. Monopoly: Hidden Singapore unveils exclusive landmarks, retailing on December 15, 2023. King Koil's warehouse sale begins November 19, showcasing premium bedding at reduced prices.
- 🚗 Singapore's Travel Dilemma: Hundreds of JB travel agencies may face bankruptcy following LTA's recent MPV seizure operation. 💼 Unfair Business Practices: Hundreds of travel agencies in Johor Bahru fear bankruptcy after LTA seizes their MPVs in Singapore. The crackdown began on October 5, 2023, alarming businesses relying on cross-border travel.
- 🌧️ Singapore Issues Rainfall Warning: Continuous downpours forecasted to lead to potential flash floods, prompting alerts across the island. On 28 September 2023, Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong announced in Parliament that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will remain at 8% until end-2024, opposed by Workers’ Party.
- 🚨 Man Caught in HSA Raid Faces New Charges: 800 Kpods Seized in Bishan Incident Muhammad Noor Alafian, 32, was charged on 1st November 2023 for possessing 800 Kpods in Bishan, intending to sell them. He tried to flee during a Health Sciences Authority (HSA) raid.
- 💳 Fireblocks Launches Network for Seamless Stablecoin Transactions Fireblocks introduced its payments network on 25th October 2023, focusing on stablecoin transactions. The initiative, targeting financial institutions globally, involves collaborations with payment service providers, simplifying cross-border payments, and capitalizing on blockchain's potential.
- 📉 Top 5 Undervalued Stocks to Watch in Singapore in 2025 As of 25th August 2025, G-Bank Holdings, Phoenix Tech, and Pacific Green Energy are highlighted as undervalued stocks by IG, Singapore. Analysts see growth potential amidst the evolving economic landscape.
- 💸 Dividend Boost: Discover Three Singapore REITs Offering Attractive Payouts This September! CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust, and Mapletree Logistics Trust are offering dividends in September 2023. Investors can benefit from their stable income, reflecting resilient performance.
- 📈 September Dividend Alert: Discover 3 Singapore REITs Rewarding Investors Frasers Centrepoint Trust distributes 0.0633 Singapore dollars per unit on October 24, 2023. Ascendas REIT pays 0.073 Singapore dollars per unit on November 17, 2023, while EC World REIT declares 0.0173 Singapore dollars per unit with a November 1, 2023 payment date.
- ⚽️ Singapore's Efforts Fall Short in 2-1 Defeat by Malaysia Hariss Harun scored on September 23, 2023, but failed to save Singapore from a 2-1 defeat against Malaysia. Faisal Halim and Darren Lok secured the win for Malaysia at Bukit Jalil Stadium.
- ✈️ Singapore and Malaysia Strengthen Ties: Annual Bilateral Air Force Exercise Enhances Search and Rescue Coordination The 27th annual bilateral Singapore-Malaysia Air Forces exercise, hosted by Singapore from August 28 to September 1, 2023, involved 750 personnel and focused on air operations to improve interoperability.
- 🌧️ S'pore to Invest S$25 Million in Weather Prediction Boost On September 13, 2025, Singapore announced a S$25 million research program to be led by the Meteorological Service Singapore, aiming to enhance weather prediction capabilities.
- 🚨 Man Nabbed in Singapore: More Charges for Selling Kpods in Bishan Operation During an HSA operation in Bishan, Singapore, on October 22, 2023, Muhammad Hafiz Bin Abdul Rahman was found with Kpods, illegal etomidate-laced vape products, for sale. He faces fresh charges under the Sale of Drugs Act.
- 🌏 PCA Expands Its Footprint: New Office in Singapore Opens to Enhance Dispute Resolution Services The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) opened its expanded office in Singapore on 10 October 2023. The new facility aims to enhance its global service in international dispute resolution, with Justice Steven Chong officiating the inauguration.
- 🎉 Borneo Motors Singapore Reaches Centennial Milestone in 2025! Founded in 1925, Borneo Motors Singapore, part of Toyota Group, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025 with a series of events, reflecting on its legacy of automotive excellence in Singapore.
- 🇹🇭 Thailand's New Leader: Anutin Charnvirakul Elected as Prime Minister On August 21, 2023, Thailand’s House of Representatives and Senate jointly elected Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister with 482 votes. Anutin, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, edged out Chaikasem Nitisiri of Pheu Thai Party, which had only controlled enough seats to nominate a candidate in the initial stage.
- 🇸🇬 Parliament Reopens: Speaker Seah Kian Peng Cautions Against 'Playing to the Gallery' as MPs Sworn In The opening of Singapore's 14th Parliament took place on October 2, 2023, with Speaker Seah Kian Peng warning MPs against grandstanding. Members, including NCMPs, were sworn in, amidst reminders to prioritize constituent concerns.
- 🏆 Singapore SME 500 Award 2025: Winner Announcement Set for 30 September Applications for the Singapore SME 500 Award 2025 have officially closed. Managed by the Association of Trade & Commerce (Singapore), the award recognizes exceptional SMEs for outstanding business practices and achievements. Winners were announced on 30 September 2025.
- ✈️ Thaksin's Unplanned Stop: Ex-Thai PM diverts flight from Singapore to Dubai, raising speculations. Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra altered his travel itinerary on October 10, 2023, switching his flight plans from Singapore to Dubai unexpectedly. This move, reported by Nation Thailand, has fueled discussions about his political strategies and personal plans, considering his recent return to Thailand and pending legal issues.
- ⚽ Lions Fall Short: Singapore falls 2-1 to Malaysia in Bukit Jalil; Living costs and employment to dominate Singapore's Parliamentary session. On 14 October 2023, Singapore's national football team faced a 2-1 defeat against Malaysia at Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Subsequently, experts indicated that the core agenda for Singapore's parliamentary session includes discussions on rising living costs and employment challenges.
- 🚀 ICICI Bank Launches Startup Hub in Bengaluru ICICI Bank inaugurated its startup-focused branch in Bengaluru on September 27, 2023. Led by Executive Director Anup Bagchi, the branch aims to support tech startups with specialized banking services and funding opportunities.
- 🔍 Uncover Singapore's Secrets: Dive into Monopoly's Hidden Edition and more Design News! Pilot's Midnight fountain pen, available from November 1, 2023, offers sleek design and precision ink exchange. Monopoly: Hidden Singapore unveils exclusive landmarks, retailing on December 15, 2023. King Koil's warehouse sale begins November 19, showcasing premium bedding at reduced prices.
- 🚗 Singapore's Travel Dilemma: Hundreds of JB travel agencies may face bankruptcy following LTA's recent MPV seizure operation. 💼 Unfair Business Practices: Hundreds of travel agencies in Johor Bahru fear bankruptcy after LTA seizes their MPVs in Singapore. The crackdown began on October 5, 2023, alarming businesses relying on cross-border travel.
- 🌧️ Singapore Issues Rainfall Warning: Continuous downpours forecasted to lead to potential flash floods, prompting alerts across the island. On 28 September 2023, Minister for Trade and Industry Gan Kim Yong announced in Parliament that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) will remain at 8% until end-2024, opposed by Workers’ Party.
- 🚨 Man Caught in HSA Raid Faces New Charges: 800 Kpods Seized in Bishan Incident Muhammad Noor Alafian, 32, was charged on 1st November 2023 for possessing 800 Kpods in Bishan, intending to sell them. He tried to flee during a Health Sciences Authority (HSA) raid.
- 💳 Fireblocks Launches Network for Seamless Stablecoin Transactions Fireblocks introduced its payments network on 25th October 2023, focusing on stablecoin transactions. The initiative, targeting financial institutions globally, involves collaborations with payment service providers, simplifying cross-border payments, and capitalizing on blockchain's potential.
- 📉 Top 5 Undervalued Stocks to Watch in Singapore in 2025 As of 25th August 2025, G-Bank Holdings, Phoenix Tech, and Pacific Green Energy are highlighted as undervalued stocks by IG, Singapore. Analysts see growth potential amidst the evolving economic landscape.
