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Las Vegas Sands breaks ground on $8 billion expansion of Marina Bay Sands in Singapore
Yogonet International
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July 16, 2025
Las Vegas Sands has officially begun construction on an $8 billion expansion of its flagship Marina Bay Sands resort in Singapore, a project expected to redefine the city-state’s skyline and strengthen the country's status as a global tourism hub....
International business briefs: Diageo to replace Crew with turnaround CEO
BusinessLIVE
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Singapore — The International Air Transport Association on Wednesday stepped up criticism of the EU’s sustainable aviation fuel mandate as a costly initiative that is not helping the environment as regional supplies there remain low. “The idea...
Countering misinformation requires both laws and access to trusted news sources: Josephine Teo
The Straits Times
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July 16, 2025
SINGAPORE – Laws against fake news and manipulated content during elections will continue to be essential in safeguarding Singaporeans against information threats, but by themselves they are not enough to push back against misinformation, Minister...
2 weeks’ jail for man caught smuggling over 1,800 vapes and pods into Singapore
The Straits Times
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July 16, 2025
SINGAPORE – A Singaporean man tried to cross Woodlands Checkpoint from Johor Bahru in September 2024 with over 1,800 electronic vaporisers and pods hidden in his car boot and bonnet. But the authorities discovered the loot and foiled his plan....
'World minus America': Singapore's SM Lee gives 'temporary' solution to tackle Trump tariffs
The Economic Times
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July 16, 2025
Singapore’s Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong issued a pointed criticism of US trade policy, stating that the 'best framework is the world minus one', a thinly veiled jab at US President Donald Trump’s tariff-driven trade agenda. Speaking at the...
Keller Williams Expands to Singapore
Voice of Alexandria - Minnesota
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AUSTIN, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 16, 2025-- Keller Williams Realty, LLC (KW), the world's largest real estate franchise by agent count, is expanding across Asia. As momentum continues, KW has awarded a new master franchise in Singapore. As of...
Russia's Putin announces 'military operation' in...
Eleven Myanmar
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MOSCOW (AFP/NYTIMES/REUTERS) - Russian President Vladimir Putin authorised a military operation in eastern Ukraine on Thursday (Feb 24) in what could be the start of war in Europe over Russia’s demands for an end to Nato’s eastward expansion. “I...
Singapore sport gets $500,000 boost via SOF-Edwin Lee Yong Chuan Sports Fund
The Straits Times
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July 16, 2025
SINGAPORE - When he was 12, Gary Tan had an opportunity that most young swimmers could only dream of – a trip to the United States for a training programme. Tan, now the national coach and performance director (swimming) at Singapore Aquatics...
Is a shakeup ahead? Political turbulence forecast for Costa Mesa in wake of lawsuit
The Daily Pilot - Calfornia
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July 16, 2025
Good morning. It’s Wednesday, July 16. I’m Carol Cormaci, bringing you this week’s TimesOC newsletter with a look at some of the latest local news and events from around the county. A clue to the reasoning behind the recent, abrupt firing of Costa...
International sweets chain opens LI location
Newsday - New York
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Pass the burfi — a new Indian sweet shop just landed in Hicksville and it's quite the experience. An international chain from Delhi, Bikanervala has locations in New Jersey but none in New York, until now. Tucked into a small shopping center on...
singapore ComfortDelGro launches upskilling initiative for drivers with focus on autonomous vehicles
Asiaone
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July 16, 2025
Transport operator ComfortDelGro launched a new training initiative designed to upskill drivers and equip them with the necessary skills amid a greater push for autonomous vehicles (AVs). In a statement on Wednesday (July 16), the company said...
singapore More seats, better air-con systems: New two-car trains debut on Sengkang-Punggol LRT
Asiaone
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July 15, 2025
The first of two new light rail vehicles (LRV) for the Sengkang-Punggol LRT (SPLRT) began its first passenger service on Tuesday (July 15) where it completed three loops over the course of an hour in the afternoon. The two new trains will ply the...
Singapore launches guidebook to standardize mental health assessment, referral
Xinhua News Agency
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SINGAPORE, July 16 (Xinhua) -- Singapore has introduced a national guidebook to standardize the assessment and referral process for individuals seeking mental health support, as part of the country's four-tier care model. Unveiling the guide at...
SC Asset Announces Global Launch Roadshow for “REFERENCE SATHORN – WONGWIANYAI” in Hong Kong, Singapore, and Taipei This July
Macau Business
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July 16, 2025
SINGAPORE and HONG KONG and TAIPEI, July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SC Asset, one of Thailand’s leading real estate developers, is proud to announce the Global Launch Roadshow for its flagship river view condominium project, REFERENCE SATHORN –...
Singapore-Pacific forum gathers islands leaders
The Fiji Times
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July 16, 2025
The 4th Singapore-Pacific Islands Transport Ministers Forum held in Singapore aims to strengthen collaboration on transport policy, infrastructure and connectivity between the Pacific and Singapore. Fiji was presented at the forum by the Maritime...
The 13 Hotel new owner sells Singapore assets for MOP321 mln
Macau Business
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July 16, 2025
The new owner of Macau’s The 13 Hotel, Loi Keong Kuong along with his family, has reportedly divested five shophouses in Singapore for a total of S$50.7 million (MOP321 million/US$39.5 million) this year, following their recent acquisition of the...
Singapore’s Smart Approach to Maritime and Aviation Safety
OpenGov Asia
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July 15, 2025
In an era shaped by rising geopolitical tensions, climate disruptions and fast-growing transport demand, Singapore is smartly advancing the safety and resilience of its maritime and aviation sectors. Speaking at the International Safety@Sea Week...
Singapore S$800 CDC Voucher 2025: How to Claim the Benefits
Baltimore Outloud - Maryland
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July 15, 2025
Singapore S$800 CDC Voucher 2025: Eligible Singaporean families will receive financial support as the $800 CDC Voucher 2025 in July 2025. This will be credited in two parts as $300 in January 2026 and $500 in May 2025 as crucial assistance....
Singapore Golden Visa 2025: Know the cost and how to apply
Baltimore Outloud - Maryland
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July 16, 2025
Singapore Golden Visa 2025.The Golden Visa program, which is also known as the residence-by-investment program, offers a desirable location for people who are looking for international mobility from commercial prospects and resident stability....
Singapore $2800 Workfare Payment Announced: How to Claim Cash & MediSave Vouchers in 2025
Baltimore Outloud - Maryland
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July 15, 2025
Singapore $2800 Workfare Payment: The Singapore government is all set to release a payment of $2800 as Workfare Income Supplement to 60 and above self-employed workers. They will get the full amount as financial assistance in their economic...