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- 🎮 Nintendo Expands: eShop & Switch Online Arrive in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on November 18 Nintendo announced the launch of eShop and Switch Online services in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on November 18, 2023. This marks an expansion of their digital offerings in Southeast Asia.
- 🎉 Pop Mart Unveils First Global Pop Land in Singapore with Exclusive Mokoko Merchandise Pop Mart, a Chinese toy retail giant, launched its inaugural overseas Pop Land pop-up event at Bugis from October 13 to January 10, 2023, showcasing exclusive Mokoko merchandise.
- 🕊️ Vivian Balakrishnan Voices Support: Singapore Backs Gaza Peace Initiative On October 12, 2023, Vivian Balakrishnan emphasized Singapore's commitment to the Gaza peace plan at the United Nations. He stressed collaboration among nations to address humanitarian needs and foster dialogue for a lasting resolution.
- ✈️ Singapore's Green Fuel Initiative: Singapore to levy up to $10 per passenger on flights starting January 1, 2025, to promote sustainable aviation fuels. Singapore announced on October 15, 2025, a green aviation fuel levy to be introduced on January 1, 2025. The levy, ranging from $6 to $10 per passenger, targets flights departing from Changi Airport. Aimed at incentivizing sustainable practices, it supports the transition to eco-friendlier aviation fuels. The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore collaborated with the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment on this initiative to reduce carbon emissions in line with global environmental goals.
- 📱 Digital Cross-Borders: 80,000 Register for Seamless Travel from Singapore Using Malaysia's QR Code System On October 16, 2023, 80,000 travelers registered to use Malaysia's MySejahtera QR code for smoother Singapore entry. This move intends to streamline travel processes between the two nations amid increasing demand for efficient border solutions.
- 💺 Tourists Criticized for Turning Singapore Changi Airport into a 'Sleeper Village' Travelers have transformed Singapore's Changi Airport into an unplanned overnight stay, prompting local disapproval for blocking facilities, tarnishing its global reputation. Critics urge the Singapore Tourism Board to address this growing issue.
- ⚽ Singapore Lions Roar: 2-1 Victory Over India Boosts AFC Asian Cup 2027 Hopes In Kolkata on October 16, 2023, the Singapore Lions defeated India 2-1 in a crucial AFC Asian Cup qualifier. Goals by Ikhsan Fandi and Shah Shahiran secured Singapore's spot in the next round.
- 🛂 Man Under Probe for Not Declaring $30K in Pokémon Cards at Airport On October 16, 2023, a man was detained at Changi Airport, Singapore for not declaring $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards. Meanwhile, new regulations penalise commuters for playing loud music on public buses, effective immediately.
- 🚆 Singapore Railways Modernize with Nokia Technology Enhancement On October 23, 2023, Singapore's Land Transport Authority partnered with Nokia to upgrade railway infrastructure through Optical LAN and IP solutions, enhancing efficiency and connectivity for commuter services across the country.
- 🇮🇳 Coinbase Invests in CoinDCX: Expanding Presence in India's Crypto Market Coinbase announced on August 16, 2023, a significant investment in CoinDCX, India’s leading cryptocurrency exchange. This strategic move enhances Coinbase's market presence in India, fostering further growth in the Indian crypto sector.
- 🌠 Stargazers Alert: Orionid Meteor Shower Set to Dazzle Singaporean Skies on October 21-22 The Orionid meteor shower will illuminate Singapore's skies on October 21-22, 2023. Best viewing times are from midnight to dawn. It's an opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts to witness this celestial event.
- 🏢 Gamuda Land Secures Chencharu Close in Singapore Expansion Gamuda Land successfully tendered for a 99-year leasehold residential site at Chencharu Close, Singapore, with a bid of SG$318.8 million (USD$233 million). The announcement was made on September 22, 2023, expanding their portfolio in the region.
- 💄 DNA Brands Co Accused of Hard-Selling: Beauty Clients Report Unscrupulous Practices DNA Brands Co, operating as Beautique and The Mineral Boutique in Singapore, faces accusations of hard-selling tactics. Complaints emerged on October 3, 2023, detailing aggressive sales strategies and deceptive promotions targeting consumers seeking beauty services. Customers reported being pressured into purchasing memberships costing over $1,000. The Singapore government received multiple formal complaints, urging regulatory investigations into the company's practices.
- 🏘️ Singapore Housing Market Sees a Lull Amid Limited New Launches In September 2025, home sales in Singapore fell to their lowest in 9 months, according to data from the Urban Redevelopment Authority. The decrease results from fewer project releases and a lack of new launches, leaving buyers with limited choices. Major projects by CapitaLand Development and City Developments Limited will be launched later in 2025, with analysts predicting increased activity.
- 🌐 Singapore Strengthens Online Safety: New Law to Block Harmful Content In a move dated October 15, 2025, Singapore enacted legislation allowing its Infocomm Media Development Authority to force internet service providers, like Singtel, to block access to harmful content as defined by guidelines, increasing online safety.
- 📉 Singapore T-Bill Yield Slides: One-year T-bill yield hits 1.35%, lowest since October 2021 The Singapore Government Securities' latest 1-year T-bill yield decreased to 1.35% on February 9, 2023, reflecting a shift in market dynamics. This marks the lowest yield since October 2021, amidst changing investor sentiment in the region.
- 🌏 Singapore's Tourism Boom: Revenue Surpasses $15B Amid Visitor Surge in 2025 In the first half of 2025, Singapore achieved over $15 billion in tourism revenue. This surge was fueled by increased arrivals due to global travel recovery, the Singapore Tourism Board reports.
- 🚢 Singapore Fuel Surge: Bunker fuel sales climb by 8.9% year-on-year in September 2025. According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, bunker fuel sales reached 4.3 million tonnes in September 2025, marking an 8.9% increase compared to the same month in 2024.
- 🔍 Legal Powers Sought: Singapore aims to expand abilities to combat illegal online cross-border services, focusing on unauthorized gambling and money laundering activities. Govt seeks more legal authority to combat illegal cross-border online services On October 2, 2023, Josephine Teo highlighted the Singapore government's initiative to enhance legal measures against online cross-border services promoting unlawful gambling and money laundering operations, emphasizing a need for improved enforcement capabilities.
- 🚖 Cross-Border Taxi Fare Adjustment: Operating-cost disparities guide new pricing, says Singapore's Ministry of Transport (MOT). 🚖 Cross-Border Taxi Fare Adjustment: Operating-cost disparities guide new pricing, says Singapore's Ministry of Transport (MOT). On October 2, 2023, the Ministry of Transport in Singapore considered varying operating costs when setting fares for cross-border taxi services. This move aims to address differences in costs incurred by drivers in different regions.
- 🎮 Nintendo Expands: eShop & Switch Online Arrive in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on November 18 Nintendo announced the launch of eShop and Switch Online services in Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand on November 18, 2023. This marks an expansion of their digital offerings in Southeast Asia.
- 🎉 Pop Mart Unveils First Global Pop Land in Singapore with Exclusive Mokoko Merchandise Pop Mart, a Chinese toy retail giant, launched its inaugural overseas Pop Land pop-up event at Bugis from October 13 to January 10, 2023, showcasing exclusive Mokoko merchandise.
- 🕊️ Vivian Balakrishnan Voices Support: Singapore Backs Gaza Peace Initiative On October 12, 2023, Vivian Balakrishnan emphasized Singapore's commitment to the Gaza peace plan at the United Nations. He stressed collaboration among nations to address humanitarian needs and foster dialogue for a lasting resolution.
- ✈️ Singapore's Green Fuel Initiative: Singapore to levy up to $10 per passenger on flights starting January 1, 2025, to promote sustainable aviation fuels. Singapore announced on October 15, 2025, a green aviation fuel levy to be introduced on January 1, 2025. The levy, ranging from $6 to $10 per passenger, targets flights departing from Changi Airport. Aimed at incentivizing sustainable practices, it supports the transition to eco-friendlier aviation fuels. The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore collaborated with the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment on this initiative to reduce carbon emissions in line with global environmental goals.
- 📱 Digital Cross-Borders: 80,000 Register for Seamless Travel from Singapore Using Malaysia's QR Code System On October 16, 2023, 80,000 travelers registered to use Malaysia's MySejahtera QR code for smoother Singapore entry. This move intends to streamline travel processes between the two nations amid increasing demand for efficient border solutions.
- 💺 Tourists Criticized for Turning Singapore Changi Airport into a 'Sleeper Village' Travelers have transformed Singapore's Changi Airport into an unplanned overnight stay, prompting local disapproval for blocking facilities, tarnishing its global reputation. Critics urge the Singapore Tourism Board to address this growing issue.
- ⚽ Singapore Lions Roar: 2-1 Victory Over India Boosts AFC Asian Cup 2027 Hopes In Kolkata on October 16, 2023, the Singapore Lions defeated India 2-1 in a crucial AFC Asian Cup qualifier. Goals by Ikhsan Fandi and Shah Shahiran secured Singapore's spot in the next round.
- 🛂 Man Under Probe for Not Declaring $30K in Pokémon Cards at Airport On October 16, 2023, a man was detained at Changi Airport, Singapore for not declaring $30,000 worth of Pokémon cards. Meanwhile, new regulations penalise commuters for playing loud music on public buses, effective immediately.
- 🚆 Singapore Railways Modernize with Nokia Technology Enhancement On October 23, 2023, Singapore's Land Transport Authority partnered with Nokia to upgrade railway infrastructure through Optical LAN and IP solutions, enhancing efficiency and connectivity for commuter services across the country.
- 🇮🇳 Coinbase Invests in CoinDCX: Expanding Presence in India's Crypto Market Coinbase announced on August 16, 2023, a significant investment in CoinDCX, India’s leading cryptocurrency exchange. This strategic move enhances Coinbase's market presence in India, fostering further growth in the Indian crypto sector.
- 🌠 Stargazers Alert: Orionid Meteor Shower Set to Dazzle Singaporean Skies on October 21-22 The Orionid meteor shower will illuminate Singapore's skies on October 21-22, 2023. Best viewing times are from midnight to dawn. It's an opportunity for astronomy enthusiasts to witness this celestial event.
- 🏢 Gamuda Land Secures Chencharu Close in Singapore Expansion Gamuda Land successfully tendered for a 99-year leasehold residential site at Chencharu Close, Singapore, with a bid of SG$318.8 million (USD$233 million). The announcement was made on September 22, 2023, expanding their portfolio in the region.
- 💄 DNA Brands Co Accused of Hard-Selling: Beauty Clients Report Unscrupulous Practices DNA Brands Co, operating as Beautique and The Mineral Boutique in Singapore, faces accusations of hard-selling tactics. Complaints emerged on October 3, 2023, detailing aggressive sales strategies and deceptive promotions targeting consumers seeking beauty services. Customers reported being pressured into purchasing memberships costing over $1,000. The Singapore government received multiple formal complaints, urging regulatory investigations into the company's practices.
- 🏘️ Singapore Housing Market Sees a Lull Amid Limited New Launches In September 2025, home sales in Singapore fell to their lowest in 9 months, according to data from the Urban Redevelopment Authority. The decrease results from fewer project releases and a lack of new launches, leaving buyers with limited choices. Major projects by CapitaLand Development and City Developments Limited will be launched later in 2025, with analysts predicting increased activity.
- 🌐 Singapore Strengthens Online Safety: New Law to Block Harmful Content In a move dated October 15, 2025, Singapore enacted legislation allowing its Infocomm Media Development Authority to force internet service providers, like Singtel, to block access to harmful content as defined by guidelines, increasing online safety.
- 📉 Singapore T-Bill Yield Slides: One-year T-bill yield hits 1.35%, lowest since October 2021 The Singapore Government Securities' latest 1-year T-bill yield decreased to 1.35% on February 9, 2023, reflecting a shift in market dynamics. This marks the lowest yield since October 2021, amidst changing investor sentiment in the region.
- 🌏 Singapore's Tourism Boom: Revenue Surpasses $15B Amid Visitor Surge in 2025 In the first half of 2025, Singapore achieved over $15 billion in tourism revenue. This surge was fueled by increased arrivals due to global travel recovery, the Singapore Tourism Board reports.
- 🚢 Singapore Fuel Surge: Bunker fuel sales climb by 8.9% year-on-year in September 2025. According to the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, bunker fuel sales reached 4.3 million tonnes in September 2025, marking an 8.9% increase compared to the same month in 2024.
- 🔍 Legal Powers Sought: Singapore aims to expand abilities to combat illegal online cross-border services, focusing on unauthorized gambling and money laundering activities. Govt seeks more legal authority to combat illegal cross-border online services On October 2, 2023, Josephine Teo highlighted the Singapore government's initiative to enhance legal measures against online cross-border services promoting unlawful gambling and money laundering operations, emphasizing a need for improved enforcement capabilities.
- 🚖 Cross-Border Taxi Fare Adjustment: Operating-cost disparities guide new pricing, says Singapore's Ministry of Transport (MOT). 🚖 Cross-Border Taxi Fare Adjustment: Operating-cost disparities guide new pricing, says Singapore's Ministry of Transport (MOT). On October 2, 2023, the Ministry of Transport in Singapore considered varying operating costs when setting fares for cross-border taxi services. This move aims to address differences in costs incurred by drivers in different regions.
