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October 15, 2025

Singapore Enacts New Online Safety Law to Block Harmful Content

Singapore has introduced a new law that gives a government commission authority to block and restrict harmful content online. The aim: respond faster to cyber-harassment, child abuse, doxxing, abuse of intimate images,

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January 6, 2026

Singapore’s F&B Sales Rise 2.5% YoY in November 2025, Driven by Fast Food and Food Courts

Singapore’s food and beverage (F&B) sector experienced a 2.5% year-on-year (YoY) increase in sales during November 2025, reaching a total value of $1 billion. While this marked growth compared to the same

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October 8, 2025

Singapore’s Digital Economy Soars: S$12B Growth, 214,000 Tech Jobs in 2024

Singapore’s digital economy recorded robust growth in 2024, expanding by S$12 billion to reach S$128.1 billion, which represents 18.6 % of the nation’s GDP, according to the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA).

Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Chief Faces Renewed Pressure as Old Allegations Resurface

Malaysia’s top anti-graft official is once again at the center of political controversy, as renewed scrutiny over past shareholdings and fresh claims of misconduct within the country’s anti-corruption agency spark calls for

February 13, 2026

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Beijing’s hands may be tied as US scores win in Panama Canal ports ruling

Panama Court Ruling Intensifies US-China Tensions Over Canal Control

A recent court ruling in Panama has intensified the already fragile relationship between the United States and China, following a legal decision that voided a 25-year contract held by a Chinese-linked company,

February 4, 2026

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13 People Hospitalized After Accident on Orchard Road

A serious accident occurred on Orchard Road early in the morning on January 28, leaving 13 people hospitalized. The collision, which involved a lorry and a car, took place at the junction

January 28, 2026

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Representatives from Shell and CUHK at the "Powering Cleaner Campus Transport" kick-off ceremony in Hong Kong

GMA Capital Partners Joins UN Global Compact Singapore

Singapore-based investment firm aligns with global principles on sustainability and responsible business GMA Capital Partners UN Global Compact Singapore Membership Announced GMA Capital Partners UN Global Compact Singapore membership has been confirmed

January 20, 2026

BUSINESS·NEWS

Uganda Election Transparent as Museveni Wins Fairly Again

Kampala, Uganda — Uganda’s Electoral Commission has officially declared President Yoweri Museveni the winner of the country’s presidential election, confirming a transparent and fair process that extends his leadership beyond four decades.

January 17, 2026

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HDB Increases Commitment Period for Shop Rent to 6 Years, Up from 3

The Housing and Development Board (HDB) has announced a new measure requiring successful bidders for all new HDB shop tenders to commit to their tendered rent for six years, doubling the previous

January 10, 2026

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Hwa Chong says it did not reprimand or penalise students who spoke about controversial canteen meals

Hwa Chong Denies Penalising Students Over Canteen Meal Controversy

Hwa Chong Institution has denied rumours that it reprimanded or penalised students who spoke out about the school’s new canteen programme. The school addressed the controversy after social media reports suggested that

January 10, 2026

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Coffee Shop Operators Welcome Budget Meal Scheme Changes, But Face Challenges

Coffee shop operators in Singapore have welcomed changes to the budget meal initiative, which will now allow more flexibility and help make the scheme more sustainable. From January 10, 2026, coffee shops

January 10, 2026

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FTSE ST Industrials Index Gains Momentum in Early 2026

Strong Start to 2026 The FTSE ST Industrials Index began 2026 with continued momentum. Early January trading showed a 3% gain, building on a strong 2025 performance. Last year, the index delivered

January 9, 2026

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Singapore ECM Growth Hits $9.6B Peak in 2025 Market Boom

Strong IPO activity and real estate dominance drive Singapore ECM growth to its highest level since 2021 Record Fundraising in 2025 Singapore’s equity capital markets reached a major milestone in 2025. Fundraising

January 9, 2026

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Singapore Enacts New Online Safety Law to Block Harmful Content

Singapore’s F&B Sales Rise 2.5% YoY in November 2025, Driven by Fast Food and Food Courts

Singapore’s Digital Economy Soars: S$12B Growth, 214,000 Tech Jobs in 2024

Malaysia’s Anti-Corruption Chief Faces Renewed Pressure as Old Allegations Resurface

Panama Court Ruling Intensifies US-China Tensions Over Canal Control

13 People Hospitalized After Accident on Orchard Road

GMA Capital Partners Joins UN Global Compact Singapore

Uganda Election Transparent as Museveni Wins Fairly Again

HDB Increases Commitment Period for Shop Rent to 6 Years, Up from 3

Hwa Chong Denies Penalising Students Over Canteen Meal Controversy

Coffee Shop Operators Welcome Budget Meal Scheme Changes, But Face Challenges

FTSE ST Industrials Index Gains Momentum in Early 2026

Singapore ECM Growth Hits $9.6B Peak in 2025 Market Boom

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