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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-03T08:01:03.640Z
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- 💰 Singapore Slaps $13.3M Fine on JPMorgan for Bond Trade Misconduct The Monetary Authority of Singapore fined JPMorgan $13.3 million on October 18, 2023, for "serious lapses" in managing bond trades for undisclosed clients, violating market conduct codes.
- 💰 Singapore Penalizes JPMorgan for Malpractice in Client Bond Transactions In a regulatory action dated December 2, 2024, Singapore's Monetary Authority fined JPMorgan Chase & Co. $3 million. The penalty addressed violations in client bond trades during 2022, impacting client trust.
- 🌧️ MPA Urges Caution: Monsoon Season Safety at Sea a Priority The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) advises heightened alertness during monsoon seasons from November 2023 to March 2024 due to strong winds and challenging sea conditions, emphasizing safety.
- 🤝 Singapore and India Armies Strengthen Ties: Bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior Concludes in India The bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior between Singapore and India culminated on December 2, 2024, in Devlali, India. It improved joint readiness and fostered military cooperation.
- 🌟 Epic Journey: Singapore PR Sacha Frank shares his transformative experiences from serving as an SCS to OCS in the Singapore Armed Forces, illustrating the unique challenges faced by non-citizens. Sacha Frank, a Singapore Permanent Resident, completed his National Service from Specialist Cadet School (SCS) to Officer Cadet School (OCS) within two years, reflecting on his journey in October 2023. Frank acknowledges the learning curve and camaraderie developed despite...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-03T08:01:03.640Z
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- 💰 Singapore Slaps $13.3M Fine on JPMorgan for Bond Trade Misconduct The Monetary Authority of Singapore fined JPMorgan $13.3 million on October 18, 2023, for "serious lapses" in managing bond trades for undisclosed clients, violating market conduct codes.
- 💰 Singapore Penalizes JPMorgan for Malpractice in Client Bond Transactions In a regulatory action dated December 2, 2024, Singapore's Monetary Authority fined JPMorgan Chase & Co. $3 million. The penalty addressed violations in client bond trades during 2022, impacting client trust.
- 🌧️ MPA Urges Caution: Monsoon Season Safety at Sea a Priority The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) advises heightened alertness during monsoon seasons from November 2023 to March 2024 due to strong winds and challenging sea conditions, emphasizing safety.
- 🤝 Singapore and India Armies Strengthen Ties: Bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior Concludes in India The bilateral Exercise Agni Warrior between Singapore and India culminated on December 2, 2024, in Devlali, India. It improved joint readiness and fostered military cooperation.
- 🌟 Epic Journey: Singapore PR Sacha Frank shares his transformative experiences from serving as an SCS to OCS in the Singapore Armed Forces, illustrating the unique challenges faced by non-citizens. Sacha Frank, a Singapore Permanent Resident, completed his National Service from Specialist Cadet School (SCS) to Officer Cadet School (OCS) within two years, reflecting on his journey in October 2023. Frank acknowledges the learning curve and camaraderie developed despite...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-02T08:00:55.309Z
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- 🏃♂️ Soh Rui Yong Claims Fifth StanChart Singapore Marathon National Title On December 3, 2023, Soh Rui Yong secured his fifth victory at the StanChart Singapore Marathon, finishing with a time of 2 hours, 32 minutes, and 36 seconds. He outpaced Tong Ying Jie, his closest competitor.
- 🏃♂️ Soh Rui Yong Dominates: Wins Fifth StanChart Singapore Marathon National Title Soh Rui Yong, representing Singapore Athletic Association, clinched his fifth national title at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, recording a time of 2:32:31 on December 3, 2023, outpacing his rivals.
- 🏡 New Residents' Hub Opens in Lentor Estate! The new residents' hub in Lentor's private landed estate opened on October 1, 2023, offering a communal space designed to foster community among neighbors through various events and activities.
- 🚨 Singapore's ABC Nasi Kandar Faces Probe: Illegal Employment Allegations Close Island-wide Outlets ABC Nasi Kandar in Singapore is under investigation for allegedly employing undocumented workers. The probe follows the recent shuttering of its outlets across the island, sparking further scrutiny.
- 🏃♂️ Tragic Loss at Singapore Marathon: Race participant dies during Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, marking a somber day for the event. 🏃♂️ Tragic Loss at Singapore Marathon: Race participant dies during Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, marking a somber day for the event. A male participant in the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon on December 3, 2023, collapsed after the 21.1km mark....
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-02T08:00:55.309Z
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- 🏃♂️ Soh Rui Yong Claims Fifth StanChart Singapore Marathon National Title On December 3, 2023, Soh Rui Yong secured his fifth victory at the StanChart Singapore Marathon, finishing with a time of 2 hours, 32 minutes, and 36 seconds. He outpaced Tong Ying Jie, his closest competitor.
- 🏃♂️ Soh Rui Yong Dominates: Wins Fifth StanChart Singapore Marathon National Title Soh Rui Yong, representing Singapore Athletic Association, clinched his fifth national title at the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, recording a time of 2:32:31 on December 3, 2023, outpacing his rivals.
- 🏡 New Residents' Hub Opens in Lentor Estate! The new residents' hub in Lentor's private landed estate opened on October 1, 2023, offering a communal space designed to foster community among neighbors through various events and activities.
- 🚨 Singapore's ABC Nasi Kandar Faces Probe: Illegal Employment Allegations Close Island-wide Outlets ABC Nasi Kandar in Singapore is under investigation for allegedly employing undocumented workers. The probe follows the recent shuttering of its outlets across the island, sparking further scrutiny.
- 🏃♂️ Tragic Loss at Singapore Marathon: Race participant dies during Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, marking a somber day for the event. 🏃♂️ Tragic Loss at Singapore Marathon: Race participant dies during Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon, marking a somber day for the event. A male participant in the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon on December 3, 2023, collapsed after the 21.1km mark....
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-01T08:00:55.400Z
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- ⚖️ Singapore Executes Dual National: Iranian-Singaporean accused of drug trafficking despite global appeals Mohammad Hassan, a 57-year-old dual national of Iran and Singapore, was executed in Singapore on October 27, 2023, despite international pleas from human rights organizations and the United Nations.
- 🏦 Trust Bank Singapore Launch: Revolutionizing Digital Banking with Cutting-Edge Innovations Trust Bank Singapore, founded in 2022, leverages advanced technology to offer personalized banking solutions. Led by CEO John Lim, it partners with established financial firms, targeting urban millennials with seamless mobile experiences.
- 🛢️ Fuel Heist Confession: Singaporean admits role in $18.4 million Shell refinery fuel theft scheme Singaporean Lim Seng Hwee, 64, pleaded guilty to aiding in the theft of $18.4 million worth of fuel from Shell's Pulau Bukom refinery. The thefts, orchestrated by refinery employees, occurred between 2007 and 2018, with Lim facilitating the resale of stolen fuel. Sentencing is scheduled for November 22, 2023.
- 🚑 BKE Accident Chaos: 17 Injured in Major Multi-Vehicle Crash On September 2, 2023, 17 individuals were hospitalized following a serious collision involving five cars, a bus, and a motorcycle on the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) in Singapore at 12:55 pm. The Singapore Civil Defence Force quickly responded, dispatching ambulances to transport the injured to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. Eleven injured persons were still under observation as of the report.
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-12-01T08:00:55.400Z
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- ⚖️ Singapore Executes Dual National: Iranian-Singaporean accused of drug trafficking despite global appeals Mohammad Hassan, a 57-year-old dual national of Iran and Singapore, was executed in Singapore on October 27, 2023, despite international pleas from human rights organizations and the United Nations.
- 🏦 Trust Bank Singapore Launch: Revolutionizing Digital Banking with Cutting-Edge Innovations Trust Bank Singapore, founded in 2022, leverages advanced technology to offer personalized banking solutions. Led by CEO John Lim, it partners with established financial firms, targeting urban millennials with seamless mobile experiences.
- 🛢️ Fuel Heist Confession: Singaporean admits role in $18.4 million Shell refinery fuel theft scheme Singaporean Lim Seng Hwee, 64, pleaded guilty to aiding in the theft of $18.4 million worth of fuel from Shell's Pulau Bukom refinery. The thefts, orchestrated by refinery employees, occurred between 2007 and 2018, with Lim facilitating the resale of stolen fuel. Sentencing is scheduled for November 22, 2023.
- 🚑 BKE Accident Chaos: 17 Injured in Major Multi-Vehicle Crash On September 2, 2023, 17 individuals were hospitalized following a serious collision involving five cars, a bus, and a motorcycle on the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) in Singapore at 12:55 pm. The Singapore Civil Defence Force quickly responded, dispatching ambulances to transport the injured to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital. Eleven injured persons were still under observation as of the report.
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-30T08:00:54.087Z
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- ⚖️ Singapore Executes 4th Person in Three Weeks Amid Anti-Drug Campaign Roslan Bakar, 50, was executed in Singapore's Changi Prison on August 2, 2023, marking the country's relentless pursuit of its stringent anti-drug policy. Despite global criticism, executions continue.
- 💔 Singapore Executes Fourth Individual: Amid growing international scrutiny, Singapore executes Bayu Setiono on Wednesday, marking the fourth execution in three weeks due to the country's strict drug laws. 💔 Singapore Executes Fourth Individual: Amid growing international scrutiny, Singapore executes Bayu Setiono on Wednesday, marking the fourth execution in three weeks due to the country's strict drug laws.
- 🏨 Singapore Hotel Performance Dips Post-F1: Weekend occupancy rates drop to 72% from 97% during the race. Revenue per available room slumps by 25% as tourism windfall wanes. In October 2023, Singapore's hotel occupancy fell to 72% from 97% during the F1 race weekend. Revenue per available room dropped by 25% post-F1, indicating a short-lived tourism boost.
- 🏆 Golden Bull Award 2024 Highlights Singapore's Business Excellence and Growth The 2024 Golden Bull Award, celebrated on September 15, 2024, at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands, honored exemplary businesses for exceptional growth and innovation. Leading industry figures, including CEO James Tan, attended.
- 🔗 Singapore Executes Fourth Drug Convict in Rapid Succession In September 2023, Singapore executed Mohamed Azad Mohamed Hussain, marking the fourth drug-related execution in less than a month. The 56-year-old...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-30T08:00:54.087Z
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- ⚖️ Singapore Executes 4th Person in Three Weeks Amid Anti-Drug Campaign Roslan Bakar, 50, was executed in Singapore's Changi Prison on August 2, 2023, marking the country's relentless pursuit of its stringent anti-drug policy. Despite global criticism, executions continue.
- 💔 Singapore Executes Fourth Individual: Amid growing international scrutiny, Singapore executes Bayu Setiono on Wednesday, marking the fourth execution in three weeks due to the country's strict drug laws. 💔 Singapore Executes Fourth Individual: Amid growing international scrutiny, Singapore executes Bayu Setiono on Wednesday, marking the fourth execution in three weeks due to the country's strict drug laws.
- 🏨 Singapore Hotel Performance Dips Post-F1: Weekend occupancy rates drop to 72% from 97% during the race. Revenue per available room slumps by 25% as tourism windfall wanes. In October 2023, Singapore's hotel occupancy fell to 72% from 97% during the F1 race weekend. Revenue per available room dropped by 25% post-F1, indicating a short-lived tourism boost.
- 🏆 Golden Bull Award 2024 Highlights Singapore's Business Excellence and Growth The 2024 Golden Bull Award, celebrated on September 15, 2024, at Singapore's Marina Bay Sands, honored exemplary businesses for exceptional growth and innovation. Leading industry figures, including CEO James Tan, attended.
- 🔗 Singapore Executes Fourth Drug Convict in Rapid Succession In September 2023, Singapore executed Mohamed Azad Mohamed Hussain, marking the fourth drug-related execution in less than a month. The 56-year-old...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-29T08:00:53.694Z
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- 🚌 Bus Driver Arrested: Fatal PIE Collision Claims Motorcyclist's Life On May 2, 2023, a 44-year-old SBS Transit bus driver was arrested after hitting motorcyclist Chen Zhiwei, 53, on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) near Eng Neo Avenue, Singapore, causing a fatal accident.
- 🚧 Singapore Marathon Road Closures: Major routes shut from Nov 29-Dec 1, affecting city traffic. The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon will bring road closures from November 29 to December 1, 2023. Key affected areas include the Central Business District, Marina Bay, and East Coast Parkway. The closures aim to ensure participant safety during the event. Organisers advise the public to plan alternative routes and use public transport. The Singapore Marathon is a significant annual event, drawing international runners and boosting local tourism. Public advisories and maps detailing the closures are available from the Land Transport Authority’s website.
- ⚓ Maersk Unveils "A.P. Møller": Latest Dual-Fuel Methanol Vessel Debuts in Singapore On November 28, 2024, Maersk unveiled its newest dual-fuel methanol vessel named "A.P. Møller" in Singapore. This marks a significant advancement in the company's commitment to sustainable shipping practices.
- 🤝 Singapore and Thailand Forge New Ties in Food and Energy Security On October 1, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Balakrishnan, and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister, Prawit Wongsuwan, signed agreements to enhance cooperation on food and energy security, aiming to strengthen resilience and...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-29T08:00:53.694Z
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- 🚌 Bus Driver Arrested: Fatal PIE Collision Claims Motorcyclist's Life On May 2, 2023, a 44-year-old SBS Transit bus driver was arrested after hitting motorcyclist Chen Zhiwei, 53, on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) near Eng Neo Avenue, Singapore, causing a fatal accident.
- 🚧 Singapore Marathon Road Closures: Major routes shut from Nov 29-Dec 1, affecting city traffic. The Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon will bring road closures from November 29 to December 1, 2023. Key affected areas include the Central Business District, Marina Bay, and East Coast Parkway. The closures aim to ensure participant safety during the event. Organisers advise the public to plan alternative routes and use public transport. The Singapore Marathon is a significant annual event, drawing international runners and boosting local tourism. Public advisories and maps detailing the closures are available from the Land Transport Authority’s website.
- ⚓ Maersk Unveils "A.P. Møller": Latest Dual-Fuel Methanol Vessel Debuts in Singapore On November 28, 2024, Maersk unveiled its newest dual-fuel methanol vessel named "A.P. Møller" in Singapore. This marks a significant advancement in the company's commitment to sustainable shipping practices.
- 🤝 Singapore and Thailand Forge New Ties in Food and Energy Security On October 1, 2023, Singapore's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Vivian Balakrishnan, and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister, Prawit Wongsuwan, signed agreements to enhance cooperation on food and energy security, aiming to strengthen resilience and...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-28T08:00:56.380Z
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- ⚽️ Ben Davis May Join Thailand for ASEAN Cup After NS Default Thailand footballer Ben Davis, previously a national service defaulter, is contemplating travel to Singapore for the ASEAN Cup scheduled from December 17, 2023, to January 6, 2024.
- 💉 Sanofi Launches State-of-the-Art $595 Million Vaccine Facility in Singapore Sanofi inaugurated a cutting-edge vaccine production facility in Singapore on November 27, 2024. This $595 million project aims to enhance global readiness for future pandemics, significantly boosting vaccine production capabilities.
- 💰 Singapore's Financial Resilience: MAS Reports Low Corporate Debt Levels The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) noted on November 2, 2023, that corporate debt levels in Singapore remain low. This indicates that local banks and insurers can endure potential financial shocks effectively.
- 💼 Retail Traders in Singapore Shift Focus as CFD Popularity Plummets In September 2023, Singapore's trading dynamics shifted as CFD popularity reached its lowest since 2019, reported by Finance Magnates. Retail traders are increasingly turning to proprietary trading firms for better opportunities.
- 🫣 Singapore Corporate Scandal: UOL Group Apologizes After Blackface Incident Causes Outcry During a UOL Group dinner and dance event in Singapore on October 2023, a blackface act surfaced on TikTok, sparking backlash. UOL swiftly apologized but faced criticism for cultural insensitivity.
- 🕊️ Singapore's Appeal for Peace: Nation supports ceasefire in Israel-Hezbollah conflict, urges halt in Gaza. On October 13, 2023, Singapore expressed strong...
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Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2024-11-28T08:00:56.380Z
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- ⚽️ Ben Davis May Join Thailand for ASEAN Cup After NS Default Thailand footballer Ben Davis, previously a national service defaulter, is contemplating travel to Singapore for the ASEAN Cup scheduled from December 17, 2023, to January 6, 2024.
- 💉 Sanofi Launches State-of-the-Art $595 Million Vaccine Facility in Singapore Sanofi inaugurated a cutting-edge vaccine production facility in Singapore on November 27, 2024. This $595 million project aims to enhance global readiness for future pandemics, significantly boosting vaccine production capabilities.
- 💰 Singapore's Financial Resilience: MAS Reports Low Corporate Debt Levels The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) noted on November 2, 2023, that corporate debt levels in Singapore remain low. This indicates that local banks and insurers can endure potential financial shocks effectively.
- 💼 Retail Traders in Singapore Shift Focus as CFD Popularity Plummets In September 2023, Singapore's trading dynamics shifted as CFD popularity reached its lowest since 2019, reported by Finance Magnates. Retail traders are increasingly turning to proprietary trading firms for better opportunities.
- 🫣 Singapore Corporate Scandal: UOL Group Apologizes After Blackface Incident Causes Outcry During a UOL Group dinner and dance event in Singapore on October 2023, a blackface act surfaced on TikTok, sparking backlash. UOL swiftly apologized but faced criticism for cultural insensitivity.
- 🕊️ Singapore's Appeal for Peace: Nation supports ceasefire in Israel-Hezbollah conflict, urges halt in Gaza. On October 13, 2023, Singapore expressed strong...
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