These brothers donated their organs to strangers, seven years apart
Brothers Lin Hanwei and Lin Dilun each stepped up to help complete strangers in need by donating their organs to…
Merdeka Generation seniors to receive folders, cards next month
Personalised Merdeka Generation folders will be making their way to the mailboxes of those aged between 60 and 69 years…
Renowned US street artist Futura holds first solo exhibition in Southeast Asia
Renowned American street artist Futura created some 30 specially commissioned pieces while on a two-week residency at local private art…
MHA hits out at siblings' "apology" over rap video
MHA has hit out at an Instagram post by YouTuber Preeti Nair and her brother Subhas Nair. It said their…
Global partnerships can help Singapore's manufacturing sector stay competitive: DPM Heng
At the International Conference on Materials for Advanced Technologies on June 24, Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat urged…
Upskilling helps a country come out ahead economically: Chan Chun Sing
Speaking to corporate leaders at the Winsemius Awards gala dinner, Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing said that countries…
Singapore must stay on top of tech advances in warfare: Teo Chee Hean
As technology shapes warfare and global security, Singapore must stay ahead of the game and not be left behind. Singapore’s…
No major trading partner meets currency manipulator criteria: US Treasury
The US Treasury said no major trading partner has met its criteria for being labelled a currency manipulator. But it…
United States celebrates National Lipstick Day
July 29 is National Lipstick Day in the United States. The annual celebration honours one of the oldest cosmetic products.…
US says it welcome students as China warns of risk
The US has insisted it is committed to welcoming Chinese nationals for legitimate studies. But it acknowledged increased visa scrutiny.…
Ministry of Home Affairs provides new development opportunities for officers
The Ministry of Home Affairs held its scholarship and sponsorship presentation ceremony for nearly 200 officers on Aug 8. The…
New US defence chief Mark Esper in Seoul for two-day talks
New US defense chief Mark Esper is in South Korea for talks on alliance issues, as well as how to…
Fundamentals of Singapore's debt and bond market remain strong: Analysts
Analysts say the fundamentals of Singapore’s debt and bond market remain strong, contradicting a report by credit rating agency S&P…
PMD community in Singapore 'relieved' by new measures
Big Wheel Scooters Singapore, the country’s biggest e-scooter enthusiast community, said it had been concerned that a recent spate of…
China vows to take countermeasures against US tariffs
China has vowed to take countermeasures against the US, if it is really bent on slapping more tariffs on Chinese…
Nick Fury solo movie? We ask Captain Marvel's Samuel L Jackson in Singapore | CNA Lifestyle
The man has said it. Samuel L Jackson talks about the possibility of a solo Nick Fury Marvel movie in…
Manufacturing output falls for fourth straight month in June
Singapore’s manufacturing output fell for the fourth straight month in June. The Economic Development Board’s preliminary data showed that output…
Australian immigration officials allegedly fast-tracked Chinese gamblers' visas
Australian investigators are looking into allegations of money laundering, involving immigration officials giving casino operator Crown Resorts preferential … source
New community gallery to open in Kreta Ayer
A new community gallery will open in Kreta Ayer on Jul 14. It will showcase the area’s early Chinese cultural…
New training programme for lawyers keen to work with China companies
Singapore lawyers keen to work with China companies and law firms can soon join a new training programme. The programme…
First phase of Jurong Port Tank Terminals officially opens
Companies can tap on the new Jurong Port Tank Terminals (JPTT) to reduce cost and increase efficiency. The facility is…
Japan to earmark US$41b in next budget to spur private demand: Sources
Japan will earmark US$41 billion in the next fiscal year’s budget to spur private demand as well as enhance science…
MySkillsFuture portal to be enhanced to include personalised recommendations
Singaporeans looking to achieve their career and personal aspirations will be able to tap on a portal that provides course…
New Tech@SG programme to help companies grow and attract talent
Tech companies are getting a boost to help them grow beyond Singapore. A new programme called Tech@SG is targeting high-potential…
US authorities mull new rule targeting undervalued currencies
The US Commerce Department said on May 23 that it was proposing a new rule to raise tariffs on goods…
Ascott Residence Trust reports 7% rise in Q2 profit
Ascott Residence Trust has reported a seven per cent rise in its second-quarter gross profit. Revenue rose two per cent…
Hong Kong police show how a laser pointer can burn paper
Hong Kong police on Wednesday (Aug 7) demonstrated to the media the effects of the laser pointers used by protesters…
President Xi says the Chinese must prepare for a new 'Long March'
President Xi Jinping said China must prepare for difficult times in the face of an increasingly complex situation. He urged…
New laws for intellectual property could streamline dispute resolution processes, lower costs
More people are protecting their intellectual property in Singapore, with a 40-percent jump in locals applying to patent their inventions…
New 3D dental plug may help patients save up to S$2,000
Developed by the National Dental Centre Singapore, a 3D dental plug can reduce treatment time by up to six months…
Five cases of measles reported at two dormitories
Five Bangladeshi workers at two different dormitories fell ill with measles this month, but the Health Ministry said the cases…
Digital payments taking off in Indonesia
Digital payments are taking off in Indonesia, with Indonesians slowly warming up to the idea of becoming a cashless society.…
Government, academia can work together to tackle range of issues: Ong Ye Kung
Singapore’s Education Minister Ong Ye Kung said the government and academia can work together more closely to tackle issues ranging…
Patients from Metta Hospice Care and SGH visit Istana
Fifteen elderly patients from Metta Hospice Care and SGH visited the Istana and were hosted by President Halimah Yacob. They…
US Fed's dovish outlook boosts stocks, currencies across Asia
The US Federal Reserve’s dovish outlook boosted stocks and currencies across Asia on Jun 20. Subscribe to our channel here:…
Man pours water on Baidu CEO's head at conference
Chinese tech giant Baidu kicked off its annual artificial intelligence conference. But Baidu’s chief executive Robin Li was interrupted by…
ASEAN and its partners should work to preserve multilateralism: Maliki Osman
Senior Minister of State for Defence Maliki Osman has called on ASEAN and its partners to go beyond tackling common…
Hyflux clarifies meeting with potential investor Utico
Hyflux has clarified the discussion it had with potential investor Utico. The water treatment company said the meeting with Utico…
MOH reviewing feedback from public consultation on ways to cut sugar intake
The Health Ministry is reviewing feedback from a public consultation on ways to cut Singaporeans’ sugar intake, particularly from pre-packaged,…
Start-ups to benefit from new matchmaking initiative
ASEAN start-ups can expect to secure investments from investors through matchmaking sessions called Deal Fridays. This is a new initiative…
Orchard Towers: 18 police raids conducted, 76 vice workers arrested in 2018
In Parliament on August 5, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Home Affairs Amrin Amin said it was unlikely that new public…
EU leaders to meet in Brussels to discuss climate goals
European Union leaders will convene in Brussels on Jun 20 to haggle over how ambitious their climate goals should be…
New programme offers specialised training for Singaporeans in hospitality sector
Singaporeans who are keen to join the hospitality industry can now get specialised training. Applicants can be of any age…
Trump-Kim summit: Kim Jong Un arrives in Vietnam
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrived in Vietnam by train on Tuesday (Feb 26), ahead of his second summit…
Mediation treaty shows countries' support for rules-based international order: DPM Heng
Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat said at a gala dinner on Aug 7 that he was heartened by the…
Lawyer linked to missing S$33M faces 13 more charges
The lawyer who allegedly went missing with S$33 million of clients’ money now faces 13 more charges of forgery. He…
Q2 earnings of OCBC, UOB beat estimates
Singapore’s OCBC and UOB have reported better-than-expected second-quarter earnings. However, analysts anticipate a more challenging second half as … source
Jokowi sets 6% growth target for second term
Indonesian President Joko Widodo set a target of at least 6 per cent growth in his second term in office.…
CNA | On The Red Dot | S8 E06 – Makan and Migrants: Bringing Bingsu to Singapore
Korean siblings Chris and Joyce opened their trendy Korean dessert café in 2015. Here’s how they draw inspiration from the…
Jalan Buroh fire: Blaze involved hundreds of LPG cylinders
The raging fire at Jalan Buroh which broke out on Friday (Jun 21) hundreds of LPG cylinders, the largest number…
First look inside the new Raffles Hotel Singapore | CNA Lifestyle
Singapore’s Grand Old Dame officially reopened its doors on August 1. The 132-year-old hotel, whose guests have included the likes…
Singapore police investigating rap video over offensive content
Singapore police are investigating the people behind an online video that insults Chinese Singaporeans, uses four-letter words and vulgar gestures,…
Several airlines divert flights to avoid Iranian airspace
Major airlines, including Singapore Airlines, are diverting some flights to avoid the Strait of Hormuz. This comes after US aviation…
Where will Indonesia's new capital be? A look at contenders to replace Jakarta
The Indonesian government has almost finished a feasibility study into the relocation of the country’s administrative core away from Jakarta.…
Malaysia's bubble tea craze: Will the bubble soon burst?
Malaysia has seen a gamut of bubble tea brands, both big and small, open up shop across the country. But…
CNA | Talking Point | E06 – A day in Singapore with vlogger Nas Daily
Popular vlogger Nas Daily has drawn mixed reactions with his effusive praise of Singapore in his videos. Talking Point host…
Cleaning robots that can 'wink' and 'joke' to start work Singapore by March 2020
These cleaning robots can mop, scrub, “wink”, climb ramps and more. The company behind them, LionsBot International, says they will…
At least six dead, 200 injured in Indonesia's post-election unrest
Indonesian President Joko Widodo has warned that he will not tolerate people who disturb the security of the country. He…
Indonesian village becomes dumping ground for plastic waste
After China stopped taking imports of the world’s plastic waste, villages in Southeast Asia, including this one in Indonesia, have…
Former Chinese premier Li Peng dies at 90
Former Chinese premier Li Peng has died in Beijing at the age of 90. Chinese state broadcaster Xinhua reported that…