Will the Singapore Dollar Reach Parity with the US Dollar?

SINGAPORE, 8 May 2025 – The Singapore dollar (SGD) has been on a strengthening trajectory against the US dollar (USD) in recent years. This trend has sparked discussions about the possibility of the SGD reaching parity with the USD. In this article, we delve into the factors influencing the SGD’s appreciation, analyze historical exchange rate…

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Teen Spends Over S$1,000 on Massage Parlour “Special Services”; Parents File Police Report

Singapore, 27 April 2025— A 16-year-old boy’s parents were left in shock after discovering their son had spent more than S$1,000 at a massage parlour in Boon Keng, including payments for “special” services from a masseuse. How It Happened The incident began when the teenager accepted a suspicious friend request on WeChat from a woman…

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SCDF Deploys Operation Lionheart Team to Aid Myanmar Earthquake Relief

Singapore, 29 March – In response to Myanmar’s urgent request for humanitarian assistance following a devastating earthquake on 28 March, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has deployed its Operation Lionheart (OLH) contingent to assist in disaster rescue efforts. The 80-member team, led by Colonel Tay Zhi Wei, departed from Changi Airport at approximately 1:20…

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Singapore Airlines to Ban Onboard Power Bank Charging Amid Safety Concerns with effect 1st April 2025

Photo: By Li Pang Singapore, March 12, 2025 — In a move to enhance passenger safety, Singapore Airlines (SIA) announced that effective April 1, 2025, passengers will be prohibited from charging portable power banks via onboard USB ports or using them to charge personal devices during flights. This decision aligns with the International Air Transport…

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What Happens To Your Bets and Losses When You Gamble With Singapore Pools

The Singapore Pools Tanjong Pagar branch underwent a “facelift” in 2021. Source: Singapore Pools A record $12.2 billion in bets were placed with Singapore Pools in the latest financial year. It’s in human nature to enjoy winning—especially when money is involved. Gambling thrives on this instinct, making it a global industry worth over $500 billion…

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A-Level Results to be Released on Feb. 21 at 2:30 PM

Photo: Heng Swee Keat/Facebook The results for the 2024 Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (GCE A-Level) examinations will be released on Friday, Feb. 21, at 2:30 PM, according to a statement from the Ministry of Education (MOE) on Feb. 14. Collection of Results Online Access to Results All A-Level candidates, including private candidates,…

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