The Latest Breaking News from Singapore

How to end the deadly government debt spiral

COVID-19 triggered a massive increase in government debt, mainly in low-income countries. But it would be economically wrong to put all the blame on COVID.

360info · Feb 23, 2023

Singapore to lift veil on CEO pay

CEOs who have been grumbling about Singapore’s new mandatory pay disclosures could be in for a pleasant surprise: a raise.

Bangkok Post · Feb 23, 2023

A golden stay

Opened last July, Ascott Thonglor Bangkok strikes the right balance between posh accommodation that makes you want to stay in and a convenient base for you to explore countless surrounding eateries and attractions. The property is just one of more than 900 properties in more than 40 countries operated by…

Bangkok Post · Feb 23, 2023

Lab-Bred Mosquitos Could Slow the Spread of a Deadly Human Disease

Scientists are infecting lab-bred mosquitos with a type of bacteria that stops the spread of the dengue virus to people — but it's a difficult mission.

Inverse · Feb 19, 2023

Newcastle fan flying from Singapore to be home among Geordies for Carabao Cup final

Paul Cameron, who previously had a season ticket in the Gallowgate End, is travelling more than 13,000 miles to watch the final at Wembley in Newcastle

Chronicle Live · Feb 19, 2023

US ranking on abuse of power index hurt by inequality and violence

Country came near median of 163 countries on Index of Impunity, higher than Hungary and Singapore

The Guardian - UK · Feb 17, 2023

Experts unpack Canada’s ban on foreign real-estate purchases

Canada is the latest country to implement a ban on foreign buyers, joining Singapore and New Zealand, among others. But it’s a drop in the bucket, experts say.

Fortune · Feb 16, 2023

Ministry targets top 5 rank for exports in Asia

The Commerce Ministry says it wants Thailand to become one of the largest exporters in Asia by 2027.

Bangkok Post · Feb 16, 2023

Hiring more social scientists could be the solution to Canada’s innovation issue

Canada has been dealing with an innovation problem for decades. We are currently ranked 15th in the Global Innovation Index (GII) following Japan, France, Finland and Singapore. Switzerland is ranked first.

The Conversation · Feb 16, 2023

How Canberra became the setting for Singapore TV drama, Shero

Not only was Canberra chosen, but it won out over other Australian bids for the film shoot.

The Canberra Times · Feb 16, 2023