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Singapore population hits record 6.21 million, driven by rise in foreign residents

Singapore's population grew by 1.6% in June, reaching a new high of 6.21 million individuals. The increase was primarily fueled by a 3.7% rise in the number of foreign residents, totaling 1.98 million. Despite low unemployment rates, the government faces challenges regarding rising immigration and its impact on living conditions.…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

US fails to make top 25 in global math rankings as China takes No. 1 spot; Asian education systems dominate, claiming seven out of top 10 spots

Recent rankings from the Programme for International Student Assessment reveal that the US is placed 27th in mathematics. Asian education systems, particularly from China and Singapore, continue to excel, taking the top two spots. The findings show that only a small percentage of US students achieve high proficiency levels in…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Newcastle Airport to send 20 people on Singapore mission

The 20-strong Hunter delegation is due to leave for Singapore on Sunday.

Newcastle Herald · Sep 24

NUS researchers develop new Lutetium Atomic Clock with record accuracy that could advance precision timekeeping

Scientists at the National University of Singapore have developed a highly precise optical atomic clock using lutetium. Researchers at the Centre for Quantum Technologies measured its frequency to 19 decimal places and reported an uncertainty of 1 × 10-19, which they said is the lowest recorded for an optical atomic…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Late Billionaire Charlie Munger Said American Medical Costs Are ‘A Disgrace’ And That Singapore Does It Better At ‘20% Of What We Pay’

Singapore spent $6,551 per person on health care in 2023 against $13,473 in the US, and on 2024 figures its people live about four and a half years longer.

Barchart · Sep 23

Grandfather died on Singapore Airlines flight as a result of ‘physiological effect’ from turbulence

Geoff Kitchen died from heart failure while onboard the Singapore Airlines flight two years ago

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Singapore to fine people for playing loud music and videos on buses

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The Independent UK · Sep 23

Popular Asian travel hub introduces huge fines for playing loud music on the bus

The new rules target everything from loud videos to littering, with offenders facing fines of up to £294

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Global Market: Singapore's US stock trading push struggles to attract investors

Singapore’s attempt to boost US stock trading during Asian hours has seen subdued volumes, highlighting challenges from competing products, limited investor familiarity and growing efforts to enable round-the-clock access to US equities.

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Global Market: Singapore core inflation hits nearly two-year high in August

In August, Singapore's core inflation rose to 2.2%, surpassing both the prior month's rate and expectations. Headline consumer price inflation also climbed to 2.3% year-on-year, indicating ongoing price pressures. The central bank anticipates that inflation levels will remain high into the following year. Moreover, the economic growth outlook for 2026…

The Economic Times · Sep 23