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Air-conditioning, overseas holidays essential for Singaporeans, but streaming services are not: SMU study A study undertaken by the Singapore Management University in partnership with the Ministry of Social and Family Development sought to find out what Singaporeans deemed essential for "normal life" in Singapore. SINGAPORE: Smartphones, air-conditioning and annual overseas holidays in the region are some of the things Singaporeans consider essential, a new study has found. But staycations and paid streaming services are not among the 40 essential items or activities for "normal life" in Singapore, according to the Household Needs Study by the Singapore Management University (SMU). Findings from the Household Needs Study were presented at the SMU-DBS Foundation Symposium on Essential Household Needs in Singapore on Friday (Jul 12).

Van driver who dragged pedestrian along road, killing her after making discretionary left turn, gets jail Madam Ong Siang Huat was on her way to work when the van hit her at a pedestrian crossing, dragged her under the vehicle and ran over her. SINGAPORE: A van driver who made a discretionary left turn at a traffic junction in Pasir Ris hit a pedestrian who had the right of way and dragged her along the road with his vehicle before rolling over her. The 68-year-old Singaporean woman died as a result of the accident on her way to work, while the driver, 61-year-old Singaporean Tan See Say, drove off and was arrested later that day. Tan was sentenced on Friday (Jul 12) to 10 months and four weeks' jail and banned from driving for eight years. He pleaded guilty to three charges under the Road Traffic Act for driving without due care and attention, causing death; failing to stop after a traffic accident and failing to render assistance. A fourth charge was considered in sentencing.

CNA Explains: What are 'silent' directors, and what's the impact of Singapore becoming stricter on them? Those considering becoming one should look out for red flags at the foreign business they would represent. SINGAPORE: Court cases involving "silent" or nominee directors - with a lack of oversight in companies they helped incorporate - have cropped up regularly. Many are often prosecuted after said company, a foreign entity incorporating in Singapore, ends up transacting criminal proceeds. Most recently, in June, two men were hauled to court after firms they helped incorporate received more than US$1 million in scam proceeds. And at the start of July, Singapore passed a law meant to prevent the misuse of nominee directorship arrangements to create shell companies for money laundering. Who can be a nominee director, and why are they 'silent'?

Over 9 in 10 Singapore firms keen to invest in proposed SEZ in Johor, but concerns remain: SBF report Findings of the report were released at a Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) Joint Investor Forum and is based on engagements with 160 Singaporean businesses across various industries. SINGAPORE: There is overwhelming interest from Singapore businesses to set up operations and invest in Johor as part of the proposed Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) - with over nine in 10 firms viewing the southern Malaysian state as an attractive destination - according to a report released by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF). However, the report outlined that most of the businesses are anticipating concerns relating to sourcing skilled and technical workers there, congestion at the land crossings delaying the movement of people and goods as well as difficulty in handling tax issues.

Eligible civil servants to get annual S$500 'well-being' benefit from October Medical and dental benefits will also be enhanced for all civil servants from Jan 1, 2025. SINGAPORE: From October this year, eligible civil servants will receive a S$500 (US$370) annual benefit which they can use to support their health, growth and well-being. Public officers will be able to use the benefit, called FlexiGrow, flexibly "based on their own needs, such as courses for personal development and fitness programmes", said the Public Service Division (PSD) on Wednesday (Jul 10). This was announced by Minister-in-charge of the Public Service Chan Chun Sing in a speech during the opening of Public Service Week at ITE College Central on Wednesday.

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Commentary: Singapore is right to be tough on Airbnb-style short stays As more cities crack down on Airbnb and other short-term rentals to address housing woes and overtourism, Singapore has no such dilemma, says NUS Business School's Sing Tien Foo. SINGAPORE: Those planning their next holiday are no strangers to popular platforms like Airbnb or VRBO for affordable alternatives to hotels overseas. But every once in a while, we are reminded that such short-term rentals are not accepted everywhere. A total of 86 people have been fined or taken to court since 2019 for providing illegal short stays in Singapore, according to authorities in July. This came after a CNA report in June found illegal Airbnb listings, which were subsequently taken down. The law does not allow rentals of less than three months in private properties and less than six months in Housing and Development Board (HDB) flats. But clearly, some choose to take their chances.

NDP 2024: Behind the scenes at the parade | In pictures SINGAPORE: In the weeks leading up to National Day, glimpses of the big parade are everywhere - from fighter jets soaring through the skies and contingents marching at the Padang, to a raft of 25-pounder guns sailing past Marina Bay visitors for the presidential gun salute. Ahead of the preview shows, CNA visual journalist Marcus Mark Ramos got a behind-the-scenes look at the parade and ceremony, starting from the preparations for the presidential gun salute that begin at daybreak. As evening falls, the M3G raft begins its sail-past with this visual journalist on board. It's billed as the longest sail-past in Marina Basin to date, covering a distance of 5.87km, and passing the Singapore Flyer, ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands and the Promontory, before reaching the firing point near the Esplanade.

PM Wong to deliver his first National Day Rally speech on Aug 18 SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will deliver his first National Day Rally speech on Aug 18. The event will be held at the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) College Central at Ang Mo Kio, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said on Wednesday (Jul 10). The National Day Rally is seen as the most important political speech of the year when the Prime Minister addresses the nation and shares key policy matters. Mr Wong, 51, was sworn in as Singapore's fourth Prime Minister on May 15, the country’s first leadership transition in 20 years. At the last National Day Rally in 2023, then-Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced several developments on the housing front, along with a new S$7 billion Majulah Package to help seniors meet their retirement needs.

Commentary: Singapore's Marina Bay in Bangkok? Integrated resorts are coming to Thailand Thailand could leapfrog Japan in opening the next major integrated resort in Asia. It will be looking to replicate, even surpass, Singapore’s success, says industry expert Daniel Cheng. SINGAPORE: Macau, Genting Highlands, Singapore’s Marina Bay – could Bangkok be the next stop for casino-loving tourists? Nearly a year after Thailand’s current government came to power, it has made significant strides towards legalising casino gambling, a seed sown more than 20 years ago when Thaksin Shinawatra was prime minister. A draft law may be tabled in parliament this month, with Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin setting an ambitious target to pass it by early 2025. Thailand’s first legal casino could open by 2029, leapfrogging Japan in launching the next major integrated resort in Asia. MGM Osaka is expected to open in 2030, after securing government approval in 2023.