Ex-group CEO of Apollo Aquaculture accused of using $450,000 bribe to pay for condo
[Straits Times] - 02/20/2025
Ng Woei Kiat was charged with obtaining a bribe, and using his benefits from criminal conduct.
In Singaporean newspapers
Singapore to add S$5B to Future Energy Fund, roll out incentives to cut transport emissions, provide S$400 vouchers for green appliances
SINGAPORE: The Singapore government will add S$5 billion to its Future Energy Fund to support... The post Singapore (…)
[The Independent] - 19/02/2025
21 motorists, including 68-year-old who drove against traffic, to be charged with drink driving
Three of the motorists are repeat offenders.
[Straits Times] - 19/02/2025
Man on death row granted stay of execution under new law
SINGAPORE - A Malaysian national was granted a stay of execution on Feb 19, under a new law that provides clarity on (…)
[Straits Times] - 20/02/2025
Tight-fisted tourists frustrate Bali businesses, hogging tables for hours
BALI: A popular global destination, Bali, Indonesia, has long been a haven for tourists, backpackers,... The post (…)
[The Independent] - 19/02/2025
Secret Cherry Blossom Escapes In APAC You Should Visit
We bet you do not know about these six secret cherry blossom viewing spots in the Asia-Pacific region, perfect for (…)
[Weekender] - 19/02/2025
MOM investigating IT firm Napier Healthcare Solutions amid claims of unpaid salaries
The ministry says it is assisting 12 employees with their claims.
[Straits Times] - 20/02/2025
Industry leaders hail $1B Private Credit Growth Fund as key to boosting Singapore’s innovation and business growth
SINGAPORE: The city-state’s newly launched $1 billion Private Credit Growth Fund is generating widespread support... (…)
[The Independent] - 20/02/2025
Nearly 10 years’ jail for woman who committed cheating linked to over $5.7m of mostly crypto funds
Ho Kai Xin, 32, had used her ill-gotten gains to live a lavish lifestyle including placing a downpayment for a (…)
[Straits Times] - 20/02/2025
Polling district changes for 12 constituencies in latest update ahead of GE2025
Observers cite population shifts, voter convenience and balancing the number of voters as reasons.
[Straits Times] - 19/02/2025
Budget 2025: Will the new Large Families Scheme spur more couples to have baby number 3 or more?
Two-child families are the norm in Singapore.
[Straits Times] - 19/02/2025
