Strengthened Ties and Future Collaborations Highlighted During VisitKUALA LUMPUR: Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan stated on Thursday (May 19) that Malaysia and Singapore have consistently proven to be steady, reliable, and trustworthy partners despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.Dr. Balakrishnan made these remarks while addressing the media on the final day of his …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Recent research highlights the immune advantages of breakthrough Omicron infections amid ongoing variant concerns.Omicron subvariants continue to drive COVID-19 cases globally, with Singapore's Ministry of Health reporting the first local cases of the BA.4 and BA.5 variants on Sunday (May 15).Two recent studies indicate that breakthrough infections with the Omicron variant—where vaccinated individuals contract the …
Examining the implications of existing laws on adoption eligibility in the context of societal norms and family structures.On May 9, 2022, Singapore's Parliament completed the readings for the Adoption of Children Act 2022. The Ministry of Social and Family Development reports an average of 400 adoption applications each year, with over 90% being successful. Adoption …
The cruise ship will begin operations on June 15, following a significant transition after Genting Hong Kong's financial troubles.SINGAPORE: The Genting Dream cruise ship, previously operated by Dream Cruises, will begin sailing from Singapore starting June 15 under a newly established entity, Resorts World Cruises. This move comes after a two-year hiatus prompted by pandemic-related …
Celebrating the bond between pets and their owners through a unique blessing ceremony.As rain poured on Vesak Day Eve, hundreds of pet owners from across Singapore queued at Thekchen Choling, a temple renowned for its spiritual offerings. This year marked the inaugural animal blessing event, inviting pet owners to partake in prayers, light offerings, and …
Despite significant losses, optimism remains for Sea Ltd.’s future as it adapts to evolving challenges.Last year, Forest Li, the founder of Shopee, was recognized by the Bloomberg Billionaires Index as the richest person in Singapore. However, the co-founder of Sea Ltd., Shopee's parent company, has experienced a staggering decline of over 80% in his fortune …
The terminal is expected to be ready by the mid-2030s to accommodate anticipated air travel demand.SINGAPORE: Changi Airport's Terminal 5 (T5) project will move forward after a two-year pause attributed to "pandemic-fuelled uncertainties," Transport Minister S. Iswaran announced on Tuesday (May 17)."With the current and projected recovery in air travel demand, we are motivated to …
Actor addresses disturbing fan behavior and emphasizes the importance of personal connections over celebrity idolization.Texto: Actor Tay Ping Hui recently revealed troubling encounters with a male fan, who attempted to contact him again after a previous incident in 2016 involving a bloodstained suicide note. The fan, masquerading as a fellow school alumnus, tried to arrange …
Navigating the intersection of cultural rituals and environmental health in Singapore's unique landscape. After the influential figures wrap up discussions at events like COP26, do topics such as gas streetlights or ceremonial burning surface during casual conversations? While the answer remains elusive, it’s clear that billions globally interact with environmental policies that often overlook these …
After winning gold, Koh celebrates her victory and a new feline friend.Text: Fourteen-year-old fencer Elle Koh recently fulfilled her dream of owning a pet after clinching a gold medal at the 31st SEA Games. For a long time, she had hoped for a cat or dog, and her parents promised her a pet if she …
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