New train cars to ease congestion for Bukit Panjang LRT
SINGAPORE ��� The islands oldest light rail transit system, the Bukit Panjang LRT Line (BPLRT), received two new train cars yesterday ��� the first boost to its train capacity since its launch in 1999 ��� which are expected to help relieve congestion.
SingPost to roll out 12 special slogans for stamped letters for SG50
Singapore Post (SingPost) will be rolling out a series of 12 special slogans depicting Singaporeans unique and fun traits, values and characteristics to celebrate SG50. Illustration: SingPost. mail · print. View all 0 comments .
Sukamto ordered to pay S$132m to former partner Low
SINGAPORE ��� The dramatic fallout between two tycoons, which has dragged on in the courtroom for more than six years, has ended with a High Court ordering one to pay the other S$280,000 in damages for defamation ��� believed to be one of the highest .
CPF interest rates remain unchanged
In addition, due to continuing low interest rates, the Government will be providing the 4 per cent floor rate for interest earned on all SMRA monies until Dec 31 next year, said the CPF Board. The concessionary interest rate for HDB mortgage loans.
Apex court rejects constitutional challenges against Section 377A
Mr Tan Eng Hong, 51, who was caught having oral sex with a man in a public toilet, was the first to launch the legal bid. Later, gay couple Lim Meng Suang and Kenneth Chee pursued a similar challenge. Both cases were heard separately and dismissed by .
Hong Lim Park event to show solidarity with HK demonstrators draws a crowd
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the event, Ms Zeng said they chose to organise the event to express their solidarity towards the protestors in Hong Kong. ���What we hope to achieve (is) to give them a morale boost,��� she added. Over the past few.
More trainee places may not ease shortage of law training contracts
. as it would compromise the quality of mentorship they can give to each of the training lawyers, while others noted that smaller firms might not be able to afford offering more training contracts ��� each trainee can get paid from S$1,500 to S$3,000.
New Permanent Secretary appointments announced
SINGAPORE ��� The Public Service Division has made changes to the line-up of Permanent Secretaries, which will take effect from Dec 1. Chairman of the Economic Development Board (EDB) since 2009, Mr Leo Yip will be appointed Permanent Secretary for .
One-stop cancer rehab centre to open in Jurong
SINGAPORE ��� What started out as a sharp, fleeting pain in Mr Simon Tans lower back turned out to be Stage 1 prostate cancer. Now 63, Mr Tan recounted his experience in 1999. ���There wasnt a lot of literature on prostate cancer then and the old.
SAF to get adidas, Zoot running shoes
When contacted, the Ministry of Defence said more details on the shoes ��� such as the specific models and whether they would be available to recruits first or on SAF eMarts as well ��� would be announced later. There are more than 300,000 regulars.
Changi Airport kicks off work on Project Jewel and T1 expansion
Currently, only Terminals 2 and 3 are directly linked to the Changi Airport MRT. However, new pedestrian linkages will be constructed connecting Terminal 1 and Jewel to the MRT station. Project Jewel was first announced by Prime Minister Lee Hsien.
Jokowi says Singapore can help him achieve goals: PM Lee
InsideSingapore. Nothing more meaningful than defending our country, sovereignty · Sukamto ordered to pay S$132m to former partner Low · Retail giants seek concessions on new liquor sale laws .
Experts call for more to be done to tackle food waste
In South-east Asia, food loss and wastage is spurred by several issues, such as the low adoption rate of modern technologies in the early stages of the supply chain. PHOTO:. But even in the face of these glaring World Bank statistics, countries.
Mr Lee Kuan Yews condition has improved slightly: PMO
SINGAPORE ��� Former Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yews condition has improved slightly, said the Prime Ministers Office in a statement tonight (Feb 28). ���Mr Lee remains sedated and on mechanical ventilation in the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) at Singapore .
Woman charged with murder of son
The accused has been remanded for psychiatric assessment and her case will next be heard on Oct 7. If convicted of murder, she could face the death penalty or life imprisonment and caning. A gag order has been imposed on the victims identity. CHANNEL .
No more new homes in Geylang red-light area, to minimise friction
SINGAPORE ��� The heart of Singapores red-light district in Geylang is set to be rezoned such that there will be no further residential developments in the area, as residents there become increasingly frustrated by the noise, fights and traffic.