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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.

International Business Times UK

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.

The Conversation

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.

Evening Standard

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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

The Guardian - UK

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.

Fortune

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.

Benzinga

Ryde Teams With Concorde To Put Drivers In Singapore's Security Jobs

Ryde Group Ltd. (NYSE:RYDE) has joined forces with Concorde International Group Ltd. (NASDAQ:CIGL) in a strategic collaboration set to expand job opportunities for drivers in Singapore’s facilities management and security services sector.

Benzinga

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Once shunned, Chinese brands take off in Singapore

Chinese firms are making major inroads in the Southeast Asian city-state as ‘Made in China’ stigma fades.

Al Jazeera

How Life Coaches in Singapore Help High Performers Break Through Mental Blocks

Success often comes with pressure. In Singapore, high-performing entrepreneurs, executives, athletes, and creatives are constantly aiming for the next big milestone

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Six cities--Singapore, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila--face at least a "high risk" of extreme precipitation and heatwaves.

Bangkok, Jakarta, and Manila are among the cities facing at least a "high risk" of extreme rain and heatwaves, according to Zurich Resilience Solutions.

Fortune

UK taxpayers on hook as failed Cumbria coalmine investors sue government

Singapore firm using secretive international legal system to seek compensation for climate concerns blocking plans

The Guardian - UK

Singapore celebrates success on 60th anniversary but challenges loom ahead

Al Jazeera looks at some of the challenges that Singapore could face over its next 60 years.

Al Jazeera

US Couple Receive 'Light Jail Sentence' After Stealing $750 Luxury Goods In Singapore — Where Criminals Still Get Caned

A US couple were jailed in Singapore for stealing $750 worth of luxury items at Changi Airport, highlighting the city-state's tough stance on petty crime.

International Business Times UK

Southeast Asia’s three largest banks warn of macroeconomic headwinds following a mixed quarter

DBS’s quarterly profit grew by 1%, yet the bank acknowledged “external uncertainties.” Profits at fellow banks UOB and OCBC fell.

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PC Gamer

Razer is the latest gaming brand to jump on the 'AI gaming' bandwagon as it opens up the 'first of three global AI hubs'

AI gaming is a pretty broad term.

Sports Illustrated

USA Swimming Criticism Was Premature, but Something Must Change Before 2028 Olympics

Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte were among those to call out a slow start at the world championships in Singapore. The sky isn’t falling but L.A. looms large.

The Independent UK

Singapore F1 tycoon pleads guilty in case linked to landmark corruption scandal

Ong Beng Seng to be granted judicial mercy due to prolonged fight with cancer

International Business Times

Tycoon Who Brought F1 To Singapore Pleads Guilty In Graft Case

A Malaysian hotel tycoon who helped bring Formula One to Singapore pleaded guilty Monday to abetting the obstruction of justice, in a rare corruption case in the city-state that saw a former transport minister jailed last year.

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The Guardian - AU

Australia pipped by US at world swimming titles but Dolphins’ golden era endures

Mollie O’Callaghan and Kaylee McKeown were not the only Australians to shine in Singapore, whether individually or collectively

Radio France Internationale

Marchand mania strikes again with 400m medley gold and relay silver

The French team finished its World Swimming Championships in style on Sunday with eight medals including four gold. Following Léon Marchand's 400m medley world title, the men's 4x100m medley relay team topped off the competition with a silver medal.

The Independent UK

American swimmers hit back at Michael Phelps and Ryan Lochte criticism

The retired greats took to Instagram to criticise the American contingent in Singapore, but performances have picked up as the meet has continued

Sports Illustrated

It Was the Closest Race Yet, but Katie Ledecky Is Still the Queen of the 800 Freestyle, 13 Years and Counting

The epic battle was one of the greatest races in history. In the end, the 28-year-old American captured her seventh world championship in the event, proving she still reigns supreme.

The Guardian - US

Ledecky wins 800m freestyle world title over Pallister and McIntosh in classic

Katie Ledecky fended off Lani Pallister and Summer McIntosh to win a seventh world title in the 800m freestyle in Singapore

The Independent UK

The legacy Duncan Scott boasts after anchoring Great Britain to World Championships glory

Scott could become the most decorated British Olympian of all time at LA 2028

Evening Standard

Brit accused of abuse on flight from London Gatwick to Singapore faces up to 10 years in prison

A British passenger allegedly shouted ‘You are Israeli, **** off’ during the flight from London Gatwick

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