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lifestyle Singapore’s millionaires chase longevity and well-being as latest must-haves
Asiaone
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July 18, 2025
SINGAPORE — You cannot take your money with you, so wealthy folk in Singapore and elsewhere are splashing out big sums on lavish wellness and lifestyle services to ensure they make the most of their years on earth. Living longer has become the...
World News | Indian Navy to Participate in SIMBEX Exercise in Singapore
Latestly
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July 18, 2025
Singapore, Jul 18 (PTI) The Indian Navy will participate in the 32nd edition of exercise SIMBEX as part of its engagement with the Singapore Navy. It is one of the longest uninterrupted maritime exercises for India, High Commissioner to Singapore...
Las Vegas Sands breaks ground on major Singapore resort expansion
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 17, 2025
Las Vegas Sands begins construction on an $8 billion integrated resort next to Marina Bay Sands, enhancing Singapore’s MICE and tourism offerings. SINGAPORE – Las Vegas Sands has officially broken ground on its new US$8 billion ultra-luxury resort...
Singapore travel company responds after criticisms over alleged planning and safety lapses on Madagascar expedition
Asiaone
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July 17, 2025
A Singapore-based adventure travel company has responded to criticisms regarding alleged planning and safety issues on a recent expedition to Madagascar, voiced by some participants. In a post on Tuesday (July 16), Beyond Expeditions, founded by...
Singapore Oceanarium Sneak Peek: Immersive Zones and Tips to Know
TripZilla
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July 17, 2025
If you’re expecting the old S.E.A. Aquarium with a few upgrades, think again. Officially opening to the public on 24 July 2025, the newly launched Singapore Oceanarium is not just bigger (three times, to be exact). It’s also more thoughtful,...
Nearly 400 Singapore businesses recognised by NVPC as a Company of Good
The Straits Times
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE – A record 393 businesses in Singapore have been recognised as a Company of Good by the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) for their commitment to making a positive difference in society. Among them were 301 small and...
Singapore tops global list for costliest luxury spending, London overtakes Hong Kong
United News of Bangladesh
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For those who indulge in a luxury lifestyle without budget constraints, certain global cities stand out as the priciest destinations to satisfy high-end tastes. However, these lavish experiences come with substantial costs, varying significantly...
Huawei Cloud Propels Singapore Enterprises from Cloud Adoption to Intelligent Leap, Forging Industry Pioneers
Korea Herald
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Huawei Cloud Singapore Summit 2025, themed "Accelerate Intelligence, Ignite Smarter Future," brought together over 500 representatives from government, business, and technology sectors today. Attendees...
Singapore’s first Kpod case: Yishun man charged over home-made drug-laced vapes
Malay Mail
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE, July 17 — A 41-year-old man believed to be the first in Singapore to manufacture drug-laced vape pods at home was charged today, The Straits Times reported. Mohammed Akil Abdul Rahim faces five charges under the Tobacco (Control of...
Winning Secrets: How Maybank Singapore is embedding sustainability into the employee experience
Human Resources Online
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As Head of Human Capital, Singapore, Wong Keng Fye shares, embedding sustainability and social responsibility into the employee experience helps employees connect their work to a deeper purpose — beyond KPIs and performance targets. Maybank’s...
singapore HSA launches anti-vaping checks near 5 institutes of higher learning
Asiaone
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE — The anti-vaping blitz has extended to areas near schools, with enforcement officers conducting checks outside five institutes of higher learning (IHL) across Singapore on Monday (July 14). In total, 27 people were caught and fined for...
China’s most expensive car brand, Hongqi, debuts in Singapore with Eurokars as dealer
The Business Times Singapore
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July 17, 2025
[SINGAPORE] The first cars from China luxury brand Hongqi will be launched in Singapore in the first half of 2026, with Eurokars Group having been appointed as its agent. Eurokars subsidiary Eurokars Elite became the brand’s official dealer and...
Singapore Oceanarium at RWS: An Underwater World Of Wonder At Resort World Sentosa’s Newly Revamped Aquarium
Little Day Out
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July 17, 2025
The Singapore Oceanarium (previously known as S.E.A. Aquarium) at Resorts World Sentosa opens to the public on 24 July. Three times larger than its predecessor, it consists of 22 zones with immersive habitats housing over 40,000 marine animals....
Science Illuminates the Past: How Accelerators Are Powering Cultural Heritage Preservation in Asia-Pacific and Beyond
IAEA
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From revealing a hidden ninth century Hindu temple in Indonesia to preserving intricate Peranakan paintings in Singapore and authenticating ancient artifacts in Malaysia , science is opening a new window into Asia and the Pacific's cultural past....
Singapore coffee chain Alchemist enters Japan with two Tokyo stores
Inside Retail Asia
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July 17, 2025
Singapore-based coffee brand Alchemist has entered Japan with the opening of its first two international stores in Tokyo, marking its debut beyond Singapore. The new locations are in Aoyama and Asakusa. The Aoyama store covers 140sqm and has 30...
Sentosa's mobile sustainability programme brings green education to classrooms
TTG Asia
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July 17, 2025
Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) has launched a mobile sustainability exhibition designed to engage young learners across Singapore’s primary schools. The travelling showcase aims to inspire eco-curiosity and encourage responsible habits by...
JAR Capital Crosses Billion-Dollar Mark in Singapore
finews.asia
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July 17, 2025
In a bold move that cements its position as a leading force in Asian wealth management, JAR Capital has announced the acquisition of Lyra Capital, propelling its Singapore-based assets under management past the $1 billion milestone. JAR Capital, a...
Former national swimmer Mark Chay on hosting Singapore’s first World Aquatics Championships
Tatler Asia
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Singapore will host over 2,500 athletes from more than 200 nations for the World Aquatics Championships 2025 (WCH 2025)—the first time this prestigious event is held in Southeast Asia. The competition, held from July 11 to August 3, will feature...
Man charged over manufacturing DIY Kpods at Yishun home; first such case in Singapore
The Straits Times
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE – A man who allegedly made drug-laced vapes, or Kpods, at home was charged on July 17. Mohammed Akil Abdul Rahim’s case is believed to be the first of its kind in Singapore. The Singaporean, 41, was handed five charges under the Tobacco...
11 new entries on Singapore’s Bib Gourmand list, including three re-entries at Old Airport Road
The Straits Times
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July 17, 2025
SINGAPORE – The Bib Gourmand list for 2025 has 89 Singapore eateries, out of which 11 are a mix of new entrants and re-entries. The list, released by the Michelin Guide Singapore on July 17, highlights hawker establishments and casual eateries –...