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Former PM Thaksin Shinawatra leaves Thailand days ahead of court ruling that could see him jailed

After questions over whether the former prime minister was going back into exile, Thaksin said he would return no later than Monday to attend court

The Guardian - UK

Thaksin says immigration delay forced him to go to Dubai

Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra said early Friday morning via social media that an immigration delay in Bangkok forced him to head for Dubai instead of Singapore on Thursday night.

Bangkok Post

Singapore To Order Meta Clamp Down On Govt Impersonator Scams

Singapore will order Meta to crack down on scammers pretending to be government officials, a type of fraud that has boomed in the city-state and cost victims tens of millions of dollars, authorities said Wednesday.

International Business Times

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Brickbat: Up in Smoke

Singapore has some of the world's strictest vaping laws, banning the use, possession, and sale of e-cigarettes since 2018. Despite… The post Brickbat: Up in Smoke appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

Meta Faces Heat In Singapore Over Facebook Marketplace Scams: Minister Calls For 'More Decisive Action'

Singapore has ordered Meta Platforms Inc. (NASDAQ:META) to roll out stricter anti-scam measures on Facebook or risk a fine of up to S$1 million ($775,698), escalating regulatory pressure on the tech giant over its handling of online fraud.

Benzinga

Who is Benedetta Pilato: 10 Photos of Italian Olympic Swimmer Detained in Singapore for Shoplifting

Italian swimming star Benedetta Pilato, 20, was briefly detained in Singapore on suspicion of shoplifting before being released without charge, sparking shock and scrutiny around the Olympic hopeful.

International Business Times UK

SMX And A*STAR Plan Molecular Tagging System To Transform Singapore's Plastic Waste

SMX (Security Matters) PLC (NASDAQ:SMX) and Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) announced a partnership Tuesday to build a national plastic traceability system that uses molecular tagging and blockchain technology. The effort aims to increase recycling rates and reduce incineration, advancing the country’s Zero Waste Masterplan.

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£25bn Heathrow expansion plan could mirror ‘world’s best airport’ in Singapore

Surinder Arora’s Heathrow expansion plan is working with Changi to ensure the best passenger experience in the world’

The Independent UK

EcoSync & CarbonCore Launch Full Stages Refi Infrastructure Linking Carbon Credits With Web3

Singapore, Singapore, September 1st, 2025, Chainwire

International Business Times

Singapore is worried about a rise in drug-laced vaping. What is happening, and what is the drug etomidate?

Vaping has been banned since 2018, but now authorities are seeing a rise in young people using them to take an anaesthetic agent

The Guardian - AU

US comedian says he was told to remove mentions of Palestine and Israel for Singapore show

Officials say Sammy Obeid’s permit was rejected due a late application submission and ‘at no time were multiple edits requested’

The Independent UK

‘Young, ignorant’ vape users warned they could be caned for breaking Singapore laws

Etomidate in vape pods reclassified as a controlled drug with caning and jail terms for traffickers

The Independent UK

Where have all the crabs gone? How development is squeezing out southern Malaysia’s sea people

In the waters of the Johor strait, Indigenous communities are struggling to survive as nearby cities expand and fishing stocks dwindle

The Guardian - UK

LG just released a 49-inch 5K monitor but fails to include any Thunderbolt ports - and I just can't understand why

LG quietly lists new 49-inch 5K UltraWide monitor in Singapore but strangely omits Thunderbolt support.

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NE-YO Partners with Neura to Transform Entertainment with Emotional AI

Singapore, Singapore, August 26th, 2025, Chainwire

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Penrith and Skye at Holland – A Guide to Prime Singapore Residences

Singapore’s property market is often described as a blend of timeless elegance and forward-thinking innovation.

International Business Times UK

Chaos in Singapore as Grab, Asia's Uber, Slaps Passengers with Over $700 Fares for Short Rides

Grab passengers in Singapore were shocked by glitch-induced fares of over S$1,500 (£880) for short trips, forcing Asia's biggest ride-hailing firm to apologise, refund users and promise a review of its pricing system.

Operation Sports

The 10 Most Challenging Circuits in F1 25, Ranked

These tracks will test your driving ability in F1 25.

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Asia’s elderly risk getting sicker for longer. Hotelier Allen Law wants to ‘bridge the gap’ between lifespan and healthspan

Law sees longevity as one of the two biggest business opportunities over the next decade due to rapid AI advancements and post-COVID lifestyle changes.

International Business Times UK

This Asian Country Has Banned Vaping, Calling It a 'Drug Issue' – Should the UK Follow?

Singapore has banned vaping as a 'drug issue', seizing millions in illegal vapes — raising debate over whether the UK should follow suit.

The Conversation

Malaysia’s ‘ASEAN Shenzhen’ needs some significant legal reform to take off — here’s how

The Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) has been hailed as a game changer for ASEAN. Launched in January 2025, this cross-border initiative brings together Malaysia’s land and workforce with Singapore’s capital and connectivity — aiming to be the future hub of trade, talent, and technology.

Evening Standard

Valour of Belfast VC recipient marked at VJ Day 80th anniversary in city

Leading Seaman James Magennis was awarded the Victoria Cross for his actions in Singapore in 1945.

The Guardian - UK

Yingtuitive’s dream-logic electronics plus the week’s best tracks

The Singapore-raised, London-based producer captures the poignancy of living restlessly on her luminous debut album

Fortune

Singapore transport operator ComfortDelGro now generates more revenue from overseas than its home base

Revenue from operations in the U.K., Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and China now makes up more than 50% of the Singapore transport operator’s total revenue.

Benzinga

Shopee Expects 25% GMV Growth, Sea Rides Tide Past Expectations As Two Analysts Raise Price Targets

Shares of Shopee parent company Sea Ltd (NYSE:SE) rose in early trading on Wednesday, after the Singapore-based conglomerate reported upbeat second-quarter results on Tuesday.

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