US-sanctioned tanker reported to be heading for Singapore, or is it?

‘Don’t underestimate JS-SEZ’: PM Anwar hails Johor-Singapore zone as global benchmark for cross-border cooperation

ISKANDAR PUTERI, June 19 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has underscored the significance of the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), describing it as an extraordinary model of cross-border cooperation that sets a new...

PLN might sit out solar power export projects to Singapore

tate-owned electricity company PLN is unlikely to be directly involved in the initial phase of planned solar power exports from Indonesia to Singapore. An energy expert said the power provider, given its limited capital, should prioritize its...

Arts Picks: Meet author Tash Aw, Singapore Children’s Book Festival, ‘art zoo’ for kids

Man Booker Prize-longlisted Malaysian author Tash Aw will discuss his latest book The South, a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age novel set on a farm in the south of Johor.PHOTO: ST FILE Book Talk with Tash Aw Get a chance to hear from celebrated...

This scenic pool bar in Singapore has a happy hour promotion with $9 cocktails and bar bites

Seeking a good happy hour deal away from the usual packed bars in town? Here’s one that’ll bring a breath of fresh air, alongside a chill poolside setting and lovely sunset views. Verandah Pool Bar & Grill is bringing back its popular happy hour...

Cyclist shot in back during Singapore military live-firing exercise now probed for trespassing

SINGAPORE, June 19 — A 42-year-old cyclist who was shot in the back while riding through a restricted military zone in Singapore is now under police investigation for wilful trespass, authorities confirmed yesterday. The man had been cycling on...

No WFH, overworked, and underpaid — Singapore worker says he’s stuck in a ‘broken’ company

SINGAPORE: A local worker took to social media on Wednesday (June 18) to share that he’s stuck in a “broken” company where he’s overworked, underpaid, and mentally exhausted. Posting on the r/askSingapore forum, he wrote that even though it’s...

M1 and Ericsson to implement AI-powered transport network automation in Singapore

SINGAPORE: M1 has partnered with Ericsson to bring artificial intelligence-powered automation to Singapore’s transport network infrastructure, as part of efforts to enhance M1’s 5G network with advanced automation and analytics. In a press release...

‘2nd isn’t a bad thing’: Singapore Airlines named world’s second best airline for 2025

SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines (SIA) has been ranked the world’s second-best airline for 2025 by United Kingdom-based airline consultancy Skytrax. This year’s “Oscars of the aviation industry” was announced during a gala ceremony on June 17 at the...

Meralco unit PacificLight switches on 100-MW plant in Singapore

Photo of PacificLight Power’s facility in Singapore. (Photo from PacificLight Power) MANILA, Philippines — PacificLight Power Pte Ltd. has switched on its 100-megawatt facility in Singapore, designed to help meet the Southeast Asian country’s...

Singapore nabs two Aussies wanted in Bali execution-style killing during Changi transit

SINGAPORE, June 19 — Two men allegedly involved in the fatal shooting of an Australian in Bali were briefly held by Singapore authorities before being deported to Indonesia, the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) confirmed to The Straits...

Singapore’s top Muay Thai fighters target medal haul at continental showdown in Vietnam

National coach Amir Gani said adapting to the intensity and pace of international bouts has been a major focus in training, with former national athletes being involved as sparring partners. “We do more training because of the pace of the fights....

NTU Singapore Climbs to 12th in Latest Global University Rankings; NUS Hold Firm at 8th

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2026, based in Britain, have officially been released, evaluating 1,500 world-class higher education institutions across 106 countries and territories. As expected,...

'No, CEO is not a nominee of Singapore Airlines’: Tata's N Chandrasekaran rebuts Praful Patel’s ‘silent partner’ charge

Tata Sons and Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran has strongly defended Singapore Airlines’ role in Air India’s operations and pushed back against former Civil Aviation Minister Praful Patel’s recent criticism in the aftermath of the AI171 crash...

Zika cases detected in Singapore: What you need to know about the virus

The symptoms of Zika and dengue are similar. The viruses can be differentiated by virological tests. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE — Two Zika cases have been confirmed at Woodlands Street 11 and Street 32 in Singapore on June 19. The National...

KuCoin Joins BitGo Singapore's Go Network for Off-Exchange Settlement, Reinforcing $2 Billion Trust Project

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange with over 41 million users, today announced its integration and exchange partnership with BitGo Singapore Pte. Ltd. ("BitGo Singapore"), a...

Singapore’s DSTA, ELT Group partner on hi-tech defence

Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and Italy’s ELT Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to advance collaboration in the co-development of defence technologies for the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). The...

FCB India and Ogilvy Singapore Win Grand Prix on Day Three of Cannes Lions

Day Three of the Cannes Lions has come to a close, with winners announced across six categories and another strong showing for the Asia-Pacific region, which took home two Grand Prix awards. FCB India won the Grand Prix in the PR Lions category...

NTU Singapore, WHO Partner to Advance Global Food Safety

Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have launched a pioneering collaboration to modernise the global food safety framework using cutting-edge technologies. Anchored in the WHO Global...

UPS Healthcare launches advanced logistics facility in Singapore

UPS Healthcare has announced the opening of its advanced logistics facility at 36 Tuas Road, Singapore. Spanning over 11,500 square metres, the facility significantly enhances UPS Healthcare's logistics capabilities, doubling its regional...