Singapore bank DBS posts record quarterly profit, sees 2025 dip from tax changes
SINGAPORE: Singapore’s biggest bank DBS Group posted on Thursday (Nov 7) a record net profit in the third quarter, but … Read more
Is it a crime for a Malaysian to be a mercenary in an overseas war? Here's what our laws say
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 7 — Recent reports of Malaysian Lee Bing Hang fighting in Ukraine as a mercenary against Russia … Read more
BTO priority access scheme for singles to be rolled out in two phases in 2025
FAMILY CARE SCHEME TO REPLACE CURRENT PRIORITY SCHEMES Married couples and their parents can currently apply for a new flat … Read more
Over 800 death row sentences commuted to life imprisonment under new Act, says Azalina
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 — More than 800 death row inmates in Malaysia have had their sentences commuted to life … Read more
Malaysia’s Kelantan wants 100km wall along Thai border to combat smuggling, illegal entry
A Malaysian state bordering Thailand is pushing for the construction of a 100km wall along the frontier to tackle smuggling, … Read more
President Tharman congratulates Trump on US election victory
SINGAPORE – President Tharman Shanmugaratnam has congratulated Donald Trump on his victory over Vice-President Kamala Harris in the Nov 5 … Read more
CNA wins international award for scoops on Malaysia’s anti-corruption efforts
Among the articles he won the award for were the seizure of former finance minister Daim Zainuddin’s flagship Ilham Tower … Read more
MCMC cites track record, service quality in naming U Mobile as second 5G provider
PUTRAJAYA, Nov 6 — U Mobile Sdn Bhd was chosen as Malaysia’s second 5G network provider based on factors like … Read more
Four crew from Dutch dredger charged after worst oil spill in Singapore in a decade
SINGAPORE, Nov 6 — Four crew members from the Netherlands-flagged dredger Vox Maxima have been charged under the Merchant Shipping … Read more
“I’m just an example of a possibility of turning $800
“I’m just an example of a possibility of turning $800 into this!”, says Homm’s co-founder, Bass. 📍Homm Raffles City Shopping … Read more
Wife of convicted Hin Leong founder puts up Queen Astrid Park GCB for sale at $100 million
SINGAPORE – The wife of convicted Hin Leong Trading founder Lim Oon Kuin has quietly put up for sale her … Read more
IN FOCUS: At the heart of Singapore’s chess boom
DRINK TEA, PLAY CHESS On the surface, chess is an individual game, a battle of wits between two people. But … Read more
PM Anwar slams Islamophobic criticism of Mufti Bill ahead of Parliament debate
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has called for healthy and constructive dialogue regarding the … Read more
Singapore is a ‘City in Nature’ but do Singaporeans know how to live with wildlife?
SINGAPORE – Days after Punggol resident Gordon Hoo moved into his landed home in Ponggol Twenty-Fourth Avenue in November 2023, … Read more
PM Anwar, Li Qiang witness deal on Belt and Road Initiative plan spanning trade, infrastructure collaborations
SHANGHAI, Nov 5 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim and his China counterpart Li Qiang witnessed the exchange of … Read more
Singapore to offer special gift to babies born in 2025 for 60th year celebrations
SINGAPORE, Nov 5 — Couples who welcome babies in 2025 will receive a special gift for their newborns as Singapore … Read more
Singapore survey offers rare gauge of public views on 38 Oxley Road – demolish or keep?
More than half of Singaporeans polled in a recent survey support the demolition of 38 Oxley Road, but most respondents … Read more
S’porean Ex-National Swimmer Is Founder Of Fashion Brand Loved By Taylor Swift, Beyonce & Lady Gaga
Former national swimmer Nicholas Tan won gold in the men’s 4x100m freestyle relay in the 2007 SEA Games. And now, he … Read more
Property agent under probe for soliciting commission from seller who was not his client
SINGAPORE – A property agent is being investigated after he allegedly tried to solicit a commission from the seller of … Read more
Pritam Singh refutes claims made by Raeesah Khan and her 2 assistants, explains ‘I will not judge you’ quote
He explained that the WP leaders did not make any inquiries about the sexual assault and “took her at her … Read more