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MOM Study: Nearly One in Five Workers in Singapore Overqualified for Their Jobs

A study by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower has found that nearly one in five resident workers, approximately 17.4%, were overqualified for their positions in...

Singapore Management University Launches Longevity Societies and Economies Institute

Singapore Management University (SMU) has launched the Longevity Societies and Economies Institute (LSEI), a new research center dedicated to addressing the multi-faceted challenges of...

NATO Delegation Visits South Korea and Japan to Strengthen Indo-Pacific Ties

NATO is strengthening its engagement with Indo-Pacific partners as delegates from the North Atlantic Council visit South Korea and Japan this week. During the...

Potential Economic and Geopolitical Impacts of an Iran Conflict on Singapore

A potential conflict involving Iran presents significant economic risks for Singapore, primarily through disruptions to global energy supplies and maritime trade. As a critical...

Minister K Shanmugam Addresses Navigational Rights in the Strait of Hormuz

Singapore’s Minister for Home Affairs and Law, K Shanmugam, has underscored the necessity of protecting navigational rights within the Strait of Hormuz. Describing the...

PropNex CEO Ismail Gafoor Discusses Utilizing Residential Property for Retirement Funding

Homeowners in Singapore are increasingly viewing residential property as a vital component of their retirement strategy. By employing methods such as right-sizing to smaller...

Singapore to Implement New National Service Medical Classification System Starting October 2027

Singapore will implement a new National Service medical classification system starting in October 2027. The updated framework transitions from the traditional Physical Employment Status...

China Urges Restraint Over Planned US Blockade of Iranian Ports

China has called for international restraint following reports that the United States may implement a blockade on Iranian ports. Beijing voiced significant concerns regarding...

MAS Expected to Tighten Monetary Policy to Strengthen Singapore Dollar

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is widely expected to tighten its monetary policy during its upcoming review this Tuesday. This strategic move is...

Hungarian Opposition Ousts Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in General Election

In a significant political shift, the Hungarian opposition has successfully ousted Prime Minister Viktor Orban following the most recent national election. Thousands of citizens...

Chan Chun Sing explains updates to National Service medical grading system

The Singapore Armed Forces has updated its medical grading system to better align National Servicemen's physical capabilities with specific operational roles. Moving away from...

Indonesia Prioritizes High-Quality Seeds to Enhance Agricultural Productivity

Indonesia is prioritizing the development and distribution of high-quality seeds to enhance its agricultural sector and ensure long-term food security. By focusing on superior...

Analysts Forecast Rise in Transit Traffic for Singapore and Other APAC Aviation Hubs

Singapore is positioned as a primary aviation hub in the Asia-Pacific region expected to experience a significant increase in transit traffic. Analysts suggest that...

35,000 Local Bank Employees to Receive AI Training Over Next Two Years

Approximately 35,000 employees at Singapore's major local banks are slated to undergo comprehensive artificial intelligence training over the next two years. Supported by the...

Singapore Dive Operators Prepare for Expansion of Sisters’ Islands Marine Park Activities

Singapore’s dive operators are expanding their operations as the Sisters’ Islands Marine Park reopens following three years of extensive enhancement works. The park now...

Indonesia’s Nickel Production Surge for Global EV Market Raises Local Environmental Concerns

Indonesia has positioned itself as a critical supplier for the global electric vehicle industry by utilizing its massive nickel reserves, the largest in the...

US-Iran Peace Talks in Islamabad Conclude Without Agreement

Recent peace negotiations between the United States and Iran held in Islamabad have concluded without reaching a formal agreement. The discussions aimed to address...

CNA Straw Poll: Two-Thirds of Singaporeans Have Adopted Energy-Saving Measures

A recent straw poll indicates that approximately two-thirds of Singaporeans have implemented energy-saving measures within their households. This shift in behavior is primarily attributed...

Singapore hawkers raise prices by up to S$1 amid rising ingredient and energy costs

Hawkers across Singapore are increasing the prices of their dishes by as much as S$1, driven by the escalating costs of raw ingredients and...

Tiong Bahru community-led pilot removes some blue recycling bins for three months

A community-led pilot program has launched in Singapore's Tiong Bahru estate, resulting in the temporary removal of several communal blue recycling bins. The three-month...

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Spain Permits Ship with Virus Cases to Dock in Canary Islands

Spanish authorities have granted permission for a vessel experiencing...

UK Local Elections Provide Significant Test for Keir Starmer and the Labour Party

The local elections in the United Kingdom are being...

Hantavirus Outbreak Reported on Cruise Ship

Health officials are investigating a rare outbreak of hantavirus...

Oil Prices Decline Amid Hopes for Progress on Iran Nuclear Deal

Crude oil prices declined following renewed optimism regarding a...
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