News Headlines In 60 Seconds Daily
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-31T08:01:26.279Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🏘️ Shifts in Singapore's Luxury Home Market: Key Buyer Trends Emerging in 2025 In 2025, Singapore's luxury real estate shows a preference for eco-friendly developments and integrated digital features, influenced by global sustainability trends and enhancing buyer experience.
- 🌊 New World Aquatics Bureau Leadership: Elections at Singapore Congress Shape 2025 Future The World Aquatics Ordinary General Congress, held on October 5, 2023, in Singapore, elected new Bureau members to serve until 2025. The event highlighted discussions on governance and worldwide aquatic sports development.
- 🔋 **Singapore: IAEA Supports Southeast Asia's Clean Energy Ambitions** On October 16, 2023, Singapore hosted a regional workshop titled “Advancements in Nuclear Energy Innovation,” facilitated by the IAEA, focusing on harnessing nuclear technology to achieve low-carbon energy goals across Southeast Asia.
- 🌏 Everest Names Catherine Soyka as AVP for Reinsurance Underwriting in Singapore In October 2023, Everest Reinsurance announced the appointment of Catherine Soyka as Assistant Vice President of Reinsurance Underwriting for their Singapore branch. Soyka's previous experience in underwriting is expected to enhance the company's strategic growth in the Asian market.
- ✈️ In-Flight Nightmare: Briton Charged Over Violent Threats on Singapore Airlines During a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore on July 27, 2025, Briton Thomas Mitchell allegedly threatened to kill Israeli passengers and assaulted crew members. Mitchell was charged on July 29, 2025, in Singapore. The altercation disrupted the flight,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-31T08:01:26.279Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🏘️ Shifts in Singapore's Luxury Home Market: Key Buyer Trends Emerging in 2025 In 2025, Singapore's luxury real estate shows a preference for eco-friendly developments and integrated digital features, influenced by global sustainability trends and enhancing buyer experience.
- 🌊 New World Aquatics Bureau Leadership: Elections at Singapore Congress Shape 2025 Future The World Aquatics Ordinary General Congress, held on October 5, 2023, in Singapore, elected new Bureau members to serve until 2025. The event highlighted discussions on governance and worldwide aquatic sports development.
- 🔋 **Singapore: IAEA Supports Southeast Asia's Clean Energy Ambitions** On October 16, 2023, Singapore hosted a regional workshop titled “Advancements in Nuclear Energy Innovation,” facilitated by the IAEA, focusing on harnessing nuclear technology to achieve low-carbon energy goals across Southeast Asia.
- 🌏 Everest Names Catherine Soyka as AVP for Reinsurance Underwriting in Singapore In October 2023, Everest Reinsurance announced the appointment of Catherine Soyka as Assistant Vice President of Reinsurance Underwriting for their Singapore branch. Soyka's previous experience in underwriting is expected to enhance the company's strategic growth in the Asian market.
- ✈️ In-Flight Nightmare: Briton Charged Over Violent Threats on Singapore Airlines During a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore on July 27, 2025, Briton Thomas Mitchell allegedly threatened to kill Israeli passengers and assaulted crew members. Mitchell was charged on July 29, 2025, in Singapore. The altercation disrupted the flight,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-30T08:01:35.254Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 💳 Singapore Deploys Tools to Transition Businesses Away from Checks Singapore is implementing a plan to eliminate checks in business transactions, with government backing, targeting a July 2025 completion. The emphasis is on digitizing payments, enhancing efficiency and security.
- 🛡️ Young Diplomat Shapes Singapore's Defence Partnerships in Her 20s In her 20s, Lim Shao Ting is pivotal at Singapore's Ministry of Defence. A June 2023 MINDEF scholarship recipient, she focuses on forging partnerships and developing national service policies, significantly impacting Singaporean defence diplomacy.
- 🌫️ Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia Face Medium Haze Risk in 2025: Report A July 28, 2025 report from the ASEAN Ministerial on the Environment identifies a medium risk of severe haze affecting Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia due to escalating deforestation and fires in the region.
- 📈 Singapore's Resilient Economy: Policy Remains Stable Amidst Tariff Challenges The Monetary Authority of Singapore is expected to maintain its current monetary policy on October 13, 2023, as the economy shows resilience against tariff pressures, sustaining a positive growth forecast for the year.
- 📈 Singapore Steady: Economy Demonstrates Robustness Amid Tariff Challenges Singapore's central bank, led by Ravi Menon, maintains its policy stance as of July 28, 2025, highlighting economic resilience against global tariffs, with GDP growth projected at 3.5% this year.
- 🤖 Singapore: AI at the Forefront of the Scientific Revolution Singapore's National AI Strategy, launched in 2019,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-30T08:01:35.254Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 💳 Singapore Deploys Tools to Transition Businesses Away from Checks Singapore is implementing a plan to eliminate checks in business transactions, with government backing, targeting a July 2025 completion. The emphasis is on digitizing payments, enhancing efficiency and security.
- 🛡️ Young Diplomat Shapes Singapore's Defence Partnerships in Her 20s In her 20s, Lim Shao Ting is pivotal at Singapore's Ministry of Defence. A June 2023 MINDEF scholarship recipient, she focuses on forging partnerships and developing national service policies, significantly impacting Singaporean defence diplomacy.
- 🌫️ Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia Face Medium Haze Risk in 2025: Report A July 28, 2025 report from the ASEAN Ministerial on the Environment identifies a medium risk of severe haze affecting Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia due to escalating deforestation and fires in the region.
- 📈 Singapore's Resilient Economy: Policy Remains Stable Amidst Tariff Challenges The Monetary Authority of Singapore is expected to maintain its current monetary policy on October 13, 2023, as the economy shows resilience against tariff pressures, sustaining a positive growth forecast for the year.
- 📈 Singapore Steady: Economy Demonstrates Robustness Amid Tariff Challenges Singapore's central bank, led by Ravi Menon, maintains its policy stance as of July 28, 2025, highlighting economic resilience against global tariffs, with GDP growth projected at 3.5% this year.
- 🤖 Singapore: AI at the Forefront of the Scientific Revolution Singapore's National AI Strategy, launched in 2019,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-29T08:01:29.613Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rising: Yangzijiang Financial, Frasers Logistics, and UOB are offering promising gains for investors. Yangzijiang Financial posted a first-half net profit of S$98 million on August 2023. Frasers Logistics distributes S$0.0627 per unit in dividends, and UOB reports S$3.89 billion profit for Q2 2023.
- 🎉 Singapore Consulate-General in Johor Bahru Celebrates Public Service Festival 2025 On 28 July 2025, the Singapore Consulate-General in Johor Bahru organized the Public Service Festival. The event featured Singaporean public service representatives, highlighting cooperative efforts between Singapore and Malaysia, showcasing public service innovations.
- 🏆 Singapore's Youngest Athlete Shines in Debut Against the World's Best at Only 14 14-year-old Tan Wei Xuan from Singapore made headlines as he debuted in the Badminton World Federation tournament in Tokyo on October 18, 2023. Coached by Lee Yong-dae, he impressed international audiences.
- 🌿 New Mandai Crematorium to Open in 2025 The Mandai North Crematorium and Garden of Serenity in Singapore will begin operations on 15 August 2025, providing 12 air-conditioned funeral parlours, several service halls, and a tranquil garden space for ceremonies.
- 🏠 Singapore Property Market Surge: Home prices rise sharply as buyers rush ahead of new government curbs In Singapore, home prices witnessed a significant increase as buyers accelerated transactions before new government property curbs set to take effect on August 1, 2025.
- ✈️ Market Movements: OCBC, Singapore Airlines, Raffles Medical,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-29T08:01:29.613Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 📈 Singapore Stocks Rising: Yangzijiang Financial, Frasers Logistics, and UOB are offering promising gains for investors. Yangzijiang Financial posted a first-half net profit of S$98 million on August 2023. Frasers Logistics distributes S$0.0627 per unit in dividends, and UOB reports S$3.89 billion profit for Q2 2023.
- 🎉 Singapore Consulate-General in Johor Bahru Celebrates Public Service Festival 2025 On 28 July 2025, the Singapore Consulate-General in Johor Bahru organized the Public Service Festival. The event featured Singaporean public service representatives, highlighting cooperative efforts between Singapore and Malaysia, showcasing public service innovations.
- 🏆 Singapore's Youngest Athlete Shines in Debut Against the World's Best at Only 14 14-year-old Tan Wei Xuan from Singapore made headlines as he debuted in the Badminton World Federation tournament in Tokyo on October 18, 2023. Coached by Lee Yong-dae, he impressed international audiences.
- 🌿 New Mandai Crematorium to Open in 2025 The Mandai North Crematorium and Garden of Serenity in Singapore will begin operations on 15 August 2025, providing 12 air-conditioned funeral parlours, several service halls, and a tranquil garden space for ceremonies.
- 🏠 Singapore Property Market Surge: Home prices rise sharply as buyers rush ahead of new government curbs In Singapore, home prices witnessed a significant increase as buyers accelerated transactions before new government property curbs set to take effect on August 1, 2025.
- ✈️ Market Movements: OCBC, Singapore Airlines, Raffles Medical,...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-28T08:01:22.039Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🥊 Baste Jets to Singapore for Showdown with Torre Baste Duterte flew to Singapore on October 5, 2023, for a boxing match against Torre. The event, managed by Top Rank Promotions, is scheduled at the Marina Bay Sands.
- 🚗 Sinkhole Swallows Car in Singapore: Driver Rescued in Dramatic Incident A sudden sinkhole opened up on July 15, 2025, in the Marina Bay area of Singapore, swallowing a car driven by Lee Min Ho. The incident occurred at around 3:30 PM local time. Emergency services responded swiftly, rescuing Lee in a coordinated operation involving Singapore's Civil Defence Force. While Lee escaped unharmed, the sinkhole caused significant disruptions, leading the Land Transport Authority to initiate repairs. No other vehicles or injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse.
- 💼 Singapore Catering Couple Fined Over RM235,000 Each After Stiffing Employees RM1.4m Kelvin Lee Yong Wah and Vicky Lin Shi Weih were fined on July 25, 2025, in Singapore for not paying over RM1.4 million to their staff. The couple ran Sante Fe Restaurant, employing over 40 individuals, who were deprived of wages from June 2019 to April 2022.
- 🐾 Animal Hoarding Nightmare: Singapore woman charged for keeping 79 dogs at home, facing 82 offences. On July 26, 2025, 58-year-old Chan Mei Ling was charged with 82 offences for keeping 79 dogs in inadequate conditions at her Singapore residence. The...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-28T08:01:22.039Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🥊 Baste Jets to Singapore for Showdown with Torre Baste Duterte flew to Singapore on October 5, 2023, for a boxing match against Torre. The event, managed by Top Rank Promotions, is scheduled at the Marina Bay Sands.
- 🚗 Sinkhole Swallows Car in Singapore: Driver Rescued in Dramatic Incident A sudden sinkhole opened up on July 15, 2025, in the Marina Bay area of Singapore, swallowing a car driven by Lee Min Ho. The incident occurred at around 3:30 PM local time. Emergency services responded swiftly, rescuing Lee in a coordinated operation involving Singapore's Civil Defence Force. While Lee escaped unharmed, the sinkhole caused significant disruptions, leading the Land Transport Authority to initiate repairs. No other vehicles or injuries were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse.
- 💼 Singapore Catering Couple Fined Over RM235,000 Each After Stiffing Employees RM1.4m Kelvin Lee Yong Wah and Vicky Lin Shi Weih were fined on July 25, 2025, in Singapore for not paying over RM1.4 million to their staff. The couple ran Sante Fe Restaurant, employing over 40 individuals, who were deprived of wages from June 2019 to April 2022.
- 🐾 Animal Hoarding Nightmare: Singapore woman charged for keeping 79 dogs at home, facing 82 offences. On July 26, 2025, 58-year-old Chan Mei Ling was charged with 82 offences for keeping 79 dogs in inadequate conditions at her Singapore residence. The...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-27T08:01:16.997Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🚌 Singapore Case: Bus driver Tan Wee Thiam jailed for 32 months and caned for sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl, a bus enthusiast; incident spanned March to September 2022.
- 🌟 Singapore's Healthcare Future: Minister Ong Ye Kung Unveils Four Strategic Pillars for Advancement On July 12, 2025, at NUHS Nurses' Day, Minister Ong Ye Kung announced a strategic healthcare plan focused on digital transformation, workforce sustainability, integrated care, and preventive health to elevate Singapore's healthcare standards.
- 🐢 Historic Turtle Release: Singapore's 2025 hatchlings grace Sisters’ Islands On April 14, 2025, the National Parks Board released 50 Hawksbill turtle hatchlings off Sisters’ Islands. This marked Singapore's first recorded hatchling release, with Minister Desmond Lee in attendance.
- 💍 A Wedding to Remember: One Couple’s Love Letter to Raffles Singapore 💍 A Wedding to Remember: One Couple’s Love Letter to Raffles Singapore Denise Lee and Andrew Tan tied the knot at Raffles Singapore on October 7, 2023, in a lavish ceremony, showcasing their affinity for luxury and elegance, crafting an unforgettable celebration appreciated by 200 guests.
- 🔋 Singapore Shows Readiness for Nuclear Power: Potential Collaboration with ASEAN Countries The IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi highlighted Singapore's readiness to adopt nuclear power, emphasizing discussions with ASEAN nations for regional nuclear safety measures. The announcement was made on October 11, 2023.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Declines by 0.3% Amid Regional...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-27T08:01:16.997Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 🚌 Singapore Case: Bus driver Tan Wee Thiam jailed for 32 months and caned for sexual relationship with a 13-year-old girl, a bus enthusiast; incident spanned March to September 2022.
- 🌟 Singapore's Healthcare Future: Minister Ong Ye Kung Unveils Four Strategic Pillars for Advancement On July 12, 2025, at NUHS Nurses' Day, Minister Ong Ye Kung announced a strategic healthcare plan focused on digital transformation, workforce sustainability, integrated care, and preventive health to elevate Singapore's healthcare standards.
- 🐢 Historic Turtle Release: Singapore's 2025 hatchlings grace Sisters’ Islands On April 14, 2025, the National Parks Board released 50 Hawksbill turtle hatchlings off Sisters’ Islands. This marked Singapore's first recorded hatchling release, with Minister Desmond Lee in attendance.
- 💍 A Wedding to Remember: One Couple’s Love Letter to Raffles Singapore 💍 A Wedding to Remember: One Couple’s Love Letter to Raffles Singapore Denise Lee and Andrew Tan tied the knot at Raffles Singapore on October 7, 2023, in a lavish ceremony, showcasing their affinity for luxury and elegance, crafting an unforgettable celebration appreciated by 200 guests.
- 🔋 Singapore Shows Readiness for Nuclear Power: Potential Collaboration with ASEAN Countries The IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi highlighted Singapore's readiness to adopt nuclear power, emphasizing discussions with ASEAN nations for regional nuclear safety measures. The announcement was made on October 11, 2023.
- 📉 Singapore Stocks Dip: STI Declines by 0.3% Amid Regional...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-26T08:01:24.185Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 📉 Singapore's GIC Experiences Lowest Investment Return in Half a Decade In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, Singapore's GIC reported a 4.6% annualized return over 20 years, the lowest in five years. GIC cited challenging global market conditions and geopolitical tensions as key factors.
- 🤖 Singapore's AI Vision: Singapore Embracing AI to Build a Resilient and Inclusive Future The Singapore government, on 22 August 2023, launched the AI Assurance Framework to ensure trustworthy AI deployment. Key collaborations include GovTech and the AI Ethics Advisory Council, promoting innovation while prioritizing safety and ethics.
- 🔐 Singapore's Top Firms Breached: Cybersecurity at Risk in Third-Party Attacks On October 15, 2023, a massive cyber intrusion impacted all top 100 firms in Singapore, including DBS Bank and Singtel. Hackers exploited vulnerabilities in third-party vendor systems, causing widespread data breaches.
- 🔬 Singapore Strengthens Nuclear Expertise: Partnership Renewed with UN Watchdog to Support Developing Nations Rafael Mariano Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, renewed an agreement with Singapore on September 28, 2023, to assist developing nations in cultivating nuclear expertise through the Enhanced Capacity Building and Expertise Programme.
- ✈️ Singapore and Thailand Celebrate 60 Years of Friendship with Air Force Tribute Singapore and Thailand commemorated 60 years of diplomatic relations on 25th July 2025 with a special air force tribute at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore. The event...
- Click to read the full article
Headline News In 60 Seconds Daily 2025-07-26T08:01:24.185Z
ILovehead6.9
Head News
- 📉 Singapore's GIC Experiences Lowest Investment Return in Half a Decade In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, Singapore's GIC reported a 4.6% annualized return over 20 years, the lowest in five years. GIC cited challenging global market conditions and geopolitical tensions as key factors.
- 🤖 Singapore's AI Vision: Singapore Embracing AI to Build a Resilient and Inclusive Future The Singapore government, on 22 August 2023, launched the AI Assurance Framework to ensure trustworthy AI deployment. Key collaborations include GovTech and the AI Ethics Advisory Council, promoting innovation while prioritizing safety and ethics.
- 🔐 Singapore's Top Firms Breached: Cybersecurity at Risk in Third-Party Attacks On October 15, 2023, a massive cyber intrusion impacted all top 100 firms in Singapore, including DBS Bank and Singtel. Hackers exploited vulnerabilities in third-party vendor systems, causing widespread data breaches.
- 🔬 Singapore Strengthens Nuclear Expertise: Partnership Renewed with UN Watchdog to Support Developing Nations Rafael Mariano Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, renewed an agreement with Singapore on September 28, 2023, to assist developing nations in cultivating nuclear expertise through the Enhanced Capacity Building and Expertise Programme.
- ✈️ Singapore and Thailand Celebrate 60 Years of Friendship with Air Force Tribute Singapore and Thailand commemorated 60 years of diplomatic relations on 25th July 2025 with a special air force tribute at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore. The event...
- Click to read the full article