Stories from Singapore · Singapore

MediaCorp Cloud 9, described as a popular one-day event, is making a return.

Singapore has implemented new housing measures, increasing the quota for first-time buyers to 90% from the previous 70%. Additionally, the priority period for these buyers has been extended from one month to two years. The number of Executive Condominium (EC) buyers in Singapore has decreased. This decline is relative to second-time home buyers, who reportedly possess larger housing budgets. The report also indicated that other measures are being implemented, which include raising certain aspects.

About 200 staff have been deployed daily to manage approximately 6,000 commuters affected by upgrading works for the Senkang LRT in Singapore. One of the Senkang West loops has been closed, and shuttle buses are provided to commuters. The works have been ongoing for three weeks to connect new tracks to the Senkang Punggol LRT depot. Works at the Senkang Pongol LRT depot are expected to be completed.

The Singapore Tourism Board cautioned that challenges like the ongoing energy crisis could dampen consumer spending. Sustainability and the Environment Minister Grace Fu stated that to sustain visitor demand, the SCP is expanding over 20 key trade partnerships across its top 10 source markets to accelerate bookings. This financial push indicates a strategy to bet big on tourism.

Singapore's tourism receipts grew by more than 35% from 2024, reaching $2.3 billion, driven by major events and strong growth in the MICE sector. For the current year, tourism receipts are projected to be between $31 and $32.5 billion, with an expected 17 to 18 million international visitor arrivals. The Singapore Tourism Board cautioned that ongoing challenges, such as the energy crisis, could potentially dampen consumer spending. Sustainability and the Environment Minister Grace Fu stated that the Singapore Tourism Board (SCP) is expanding over 20 key trade partnerships to sustain visitor demand in the current challenging environment.

Hundreds of electronic devices, including mobile phones and laptops, were seized in Singapore.

Singapore has reported a decrease in the number of people falling ill from foodborne outbreaks.

Buyers of new Executive Condominiums (ECs) in Singapore will be required to fulfill a minimum occupation period, according to authorities.

Singapore has introduced kiosks that provide access, negating the need for an immigration officer.

The Asian Civilizations Museum in Singapore is displaying an exhibition titled 'Let's Play the Art and Design of Asian Games.' The exhibition features more than 150 games and works of art. It will be open to the public until June 7th.