After deadly collapse of parking garage, 4 other buildings in New York evacuated
April 29, 2023 1:15 PM The collapse of a garage in Manhattan on April 18 left its manager dead in the rubble. Read More
Ex-Goldman banker Roger Ng seeks delay to start of 10-year sentence over 1MDB fraud to see his family
April 29, 2023 1:05 PM His attorney said Ng hasn’t seen his daughter, 10, for more than four years since his arrest in Malaysia. Read More
‘Not a black-and-white’ matter: Mufti of Singapore sets out detailed views on LGBT issues
This is the first time a Mufti of Singapore has done so publicly, and he also talks about how the Muslim community is navigating these issues.Read More
Obama, Spielberg and Springsteen delight Barcelona restaurant staff
April 29, 2023 12:02 PM The former US president and the Hollywood film-maker were in the city for the rock star’s concert. Read More
While You Were Sleeping: 5 stories you might have missed, April 29
April 29, 2023 7:00 AM A selection of news stories that happened overnight, April 29, 2023. Read More
On lethal aid to Ukraine, South Korea considering its options
April 29, 2023 6:11 AM It is necessary to ensure Russia’s invasion of Ukraine does not succeed, said President Yoon Suk Yeol. Read More
‘Unlikely’ that temperatures in Singapore will reach 40°C in coming weeks: NEA
A text message was circulating online about a possible incoming heatwave between 40 and 50 degrees Celsius for Singapore, said the National Environment Agency. Read More
Commentary: Yes, we’re already paying service charge, GST and delivery fees, but it’s still nice to tip
The cost of living has gone up tremendously. Eateries are trying to save themselves. But somewhere along the way, the purpose of service charge – a tip meant for the…
Money Talks: Why a BTO flat is the top choice for young home buyers
Multiple failed attempts to secure a Build-To-Order (BTO) flat and at least a 4-year wait are reasons cited by some home buyers for turning to the resale market. But with…
Commentary: Reintroducing some form of inheritance tax could help address wealth inequality in Singapore
The idea of a “limited inheritance tax” on multi-million-dollar inherited property with some rules to prevent abuse could be worth considering, 15 years after Singapore removed it, says NUS Business…