Transport Minister apologizes and outlines a S$40 million plan to maintain the older ticketing system.SINGAPORE: The transition to the SimplyGo payment system for public transport, which was slated for June 1, 2024, has been reversed after Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat acknowledged it as a “judgment error.” The decision ensures that the card-based ticketing (CBT) …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Market sees declining volume but resilient pricing trendsSINGAPORE: The resale home market in Singapore faced significant challenges in the fourth quarter of 2023, with transaction volumes plummeting to a three-year low of 2,586 units. This marks the lowest quarterly sales figure since the second quarter of 2022.On a broader scale, 2023 witnessed an 18.4% year-on-year …
How a transport controversy united Singaporeans and spurred changeSINGAPORE: Rarely do we witness policy reversals in Singapore, but the SimplyGo saga stands out as a unique case of change driven by public outcry. Initially, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) set June 1, 2024, as the date for phasing out EZ-Link adult cards and NETS FlashPay …
A case highlighting the challenge of combating radicalization in the digital ageSINGAPORE: A 16-year-old Singaporean student has been issued a restriction order under the Internal Security Act (ISA) for self-radicalization inspired by far-right extremist ideologies. This marks the second such case in Singapore, reflecting the reach of online radical content even in societies with stringent …
State banks sell dollars and tighten offshore liquidity to curb yuan’s slideSHANGHAI/BEIJING: In a bid to stabilize its currency, China’s major state-owned banks intervened on Monday by restricting offshore yuan liquidity and actively selling U.S. dollars in onshore markets, according to four sources familiar with the matter.The efforts come as China's A shares suffered their …
Fundraisers and cultural events emerge as alternatives to ralliesSINGAPORE: While rallies and public demonstrations for the Palestinian cause are not permitted in Singapore due to security concerns, many Singaporeans are finding alternative ways to show support and raise awareness.From fundraisers to cultural events, these initiatives are providing platforms for Singaporeans to contribute meaningfully within the …
Hillhaven and The Arcady attract interest, but buying sentiment remains cautiousSINGAPORE: The first two condominium launches of 2024—Hillhaven and The Arcady—saw moderate sales over the weekend, with only about one-third of the units sold.Hillhaven, a joint development by Far East Organization and Sekisui House in District 23, launched on Saturday (Jan 20). By 6 PM, …
How a Singaporean footballer chose Borussia Dortmund over university to chase her dreamsSINGAPORE: For Danelle Tan, football isn’t just a sport—it’s a lifelong passion turned career. At only 19, she has already achieved what many young athletes dream of: playing professionally for Borussia Dortmund, one of Germany’s most iconic football clubs.But this milestone came with …
Commuters criticize the lack of real-time balance display and system limitations.SINGAPORE: A wave of discontent has spread across social media after the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced that EZ-Link cards will no longer be functional starting June, compelling commuters to transition to the SimplyGo payment system.While two-thirds of commuters had already adopted SimplyGo by December …
Exploring the statutes, implications, and penalties tied to his case.SINGAPORE: Former Transport Minister S. Iswaran pleaded not guilty on Thursday (Jan 18) to multiple charges involving bribery and corruption. This follows a six-month-long investigation by the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) into his alleged misconduct and his connections with property tycoon Ong Beng Seng, a …
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