Allianz calls off deal with Singapore’s Income Insurance after public scrutiny
The German insurer on Dec. 16 said in a statement that it would withdraw its July 17 offer to acquire a 51 percent stake in Income, in a deal valued at $2.2 billion.
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Cold Moon lights up the night sky in Singapore and beyond
NASA said the moon would appear full for about three days – from the evening of Dec 13 through the morning of Dec 16. However, it reached peak fullness on Dec 15.
Singapore Food Agency orders recall of peanut product from China due to artificial sweetener
The affected product—YTY Garlic Peanuts—contains cyclamate, which is not permitted in nut and seed products.
Developed nations must uphold historical climate responsibilities, Singapore tells world court
The UN International Court of Justice (ICJ) is undertaking a landmark hearing to decide on countries’ legal obligations to address climate change, and the consequences for…
Indonesia to build oil storage facility near Singapore
The energy minister says the government is looking at building an oil storage facility on an island near Singapore, from which the country imports 60 percent of its fuel, to shore…
Pet owners and eateries in Singapore welcome easing of al fresco dining rules
From Jan 1, pet-friendly eateries with outdoor dining areas will no longer need to worry about seeking additional approval from the Singapore Food Agency, if they are not serving…
Manager of pet grooming salon in Singapore charged over death of dog
The case first made headlines in July, after a video of a dog falling off a grooming table and being hanged to death with its leash went viral online.
Identity fraud cases in Philippines surged 119% this year — study
In Asia-Pacific, the cybersecurity firm Sumsub estimated a 121-percent surge in identity fraud this year. Singapore saw the most increase at 207 percent, followed by Thailand with…
Embassy works with Singaporean authorities to investigate knife attack killing Vietnamese woman
Singaporean authorities confirmed that the woman was Dao Thi Hong, a 34-year-old Vietnamese national and a mother of three.
Salt-baked chicken and stuffed tofu: New restaurant to promote Hakka cuisine and culture
Singapore’s Hakka community is the fourth-largest Chinese-speaking group, with more than 200,000 people.