Singapore approves 900MW electricity imports from Malaysia, including solar power from Johor
SINGAPORE, Aug 7 — Singapore has granted conditional approvals to two companies to import a total of 900 megawatts (MW) … Read more
In Malaysia, Nurul Izzah’s PKR exit deepens questions over Anwar’s leadership
Nurul Izzah Anwar, the daughter of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, has stepped back from the deputy presidency of his … Read more
Lim Tean arrested in Johor Bahru
SINGAPORE – Lawyer and opposition politician Lim Tean was arrested on Aug 6 in Johor Bahru by the Royal Malaysia … Read more
Laurent Cafe & Chocolate Bar at Robertson Quay to close after 20 years
The chef said that while Laurent’s Cafe & Chocolate Bar is closing, the Laurent Bernard Chocolatier brand will continue operating … Read more
OCBC, UOB post higher Q2 profit on stronger fee income
UOB, Singapore’s third-largest bank, said second-quarter net profit rose 10 per cent to S$1.48 billion (US$1.17 billion), above a S$1.40 … Read more
End of lane hoggers? Malaysia trials minimum speed limits to combat highway congestion
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 7 — We are all familiar with maximum speed limits designed to keep us safe. Now, the Malaysian … Read more
SG Food on Foot | Singapore Food Blog | Best Singapore Food | Singapore Food Reviews: Mui Kee @ Raffles City
Famed for its comforting bowls of silky congee, Mui Kee has opened its second outlet at Raffles City Shopping Centre, … Read more
IP riders: heightened interest but slow uptake
SINGAPORE – Despite heightened interest, the new optional private health insurance products launched since April have yet to see widespread … Read more
Laurent Café & Chocolate Bar Closing After 20 Years; Owner Unable to Pay 1-Year Advance Rent Required by New Landlord
Before the proliferation of homegrown artisanal chocolate brands such as Mr Bucket Chocolaterie and Janice Wong Pure Imagination, there was … Read more
Autopsies, probe underway into deaths of three policemen in Beaufort
Autopsies, probe underway into deaths of three policemen in Beaufort | New Straits Times ; Source link
Woman injured after car crashes into Orchard Road walkway
SINGAPORE – A 25-year-old woman was taken to hospital after a car crashed into a pedestrian walkway near Mandarin Gallery … Read more
Gavin Lee preaches calm ahead of Singapore’s crunch ASEAN football championship game with Indonesia
WOUNDED BUT NOT OUT The Lions will be up against an Indonesia side smarting from their 0-3 defeat at the … Read more
Singapore man jailed, caned for raping deaf-mute 13-year-old family friend
SINGAPORE, Aug 6 — A 24-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years and nine months in jail, along with … Read more
Pilot’s arrest spotlights Malaysia’s growing status as regional drug transit hub
A pilot allegedly caught with tens of thousands of Ecstasy pills in Jakarta is the most high-profile case in a … Read more
57-year-old fulfils lifelong dream, becomes polytechnic’s oldest graduate
57-year-old fulfils lifelong dream, becomes polytechnic’s oldest graduate | New Straits Times ; Source link
Suicide rates in Singapore: What’s happening?
Millennials are the generation that changed the conversation around mental health. They normalised mental health talk, encouraged self-care and made … Read more
Mom’s Touch reopening on Aug 14 with Singapore-exclusive burgers and Le Sserafim merchandise
Those on Team Seafood can enjoy the Fish Fillet Burger (from $6.95), where a fried fish fillet with a garlic-and-onion … Read more
SG Food on Foot | Singapore Food Blog | Best Singapore Food | Singapore Food Reviews: NOOR @ Mohamed Sultan Road
Located along Mohamed Sultan Road, NOOR is a new dining destination showcasing Mediterranean flavours with subtle Japanese influences. Designed for … Read more
From HDB flats to Peranakan tiles: How Onlewo brings Singapore heritage to life
Beyond his own collections, Tay has created exclusive designs for corporate and institutional clients, often seeing his prints applied in … Read more
Court declares Seremban-born girl a Malaysian, rules anti-statelessness protection applies to her
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 — If a baby is left with an adult by an unknown birth mother who then … Read more