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Singapore ranks 2nd worldwide in AI readiness but falls behind in AI innovation
The Independent Singapore
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August 2, 2025
SINGAPORE: Singapore ranked second globally for artificial intelligence (AI) readiness, based on Salesforce’s Global AI Readiness Index, which looked at 16 countries across five key dimensions: enabling AI regulatory frameworks, AI diffusion and...
singapore New vehicular bridge connecting Punggol Central and Seletar Link to open on Aug 3
Asiaone
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August 2, 2025
Motorists living in Punggol West will have another way to access Tampines Expressway (TPE) when a new six-lane vehicular bridge connecting Punggol Central and Seletar Link opens on Aug 3. This alternative route to enter and exit Punggol town will...
SG60 F&B icons: 12 people, happenings and places that shaped Singapore’s vibrant food culture
The Straits Times
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August 2, 2025
SINGAPORE – The nation’s vibrant food culture would not be what it is today without several key people, happenings and places that have played significant roles. These include the likes of chef-restaurateurs Violet Oon and Damian D’Silva – the OG...
General : Johor To Study Singapore's Hawker Centre Management Model For Adaptation
Bernama
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August 2, 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- The Johor government will study the management model of wet markets and hawker centres at Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre managed by Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) with a view to be adapted in the...
Johor Eyes Singapore’s Hawker Model To Uplift Local Market Standards
Bernama
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August 2, 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Johor is looking to adopt elements of Singapore’s thriving hawker centre and public market management model to enhance quality, cleanliness and overall business environment at similar facilities across the state....
General : Johor Eyes Singapore’s Hawker Model To Uplift Local Market Standards
Bernama
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August 2, 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 2 (Bernama) -- Johor is looking to adopt elements of Singapore’s thriving hawker centre and public market management model to enhance quality, cleanliness and overall business environment at similar facilities across the state....
Qin Haiyang Clinches Second Gold in Singapore with Stunning Lane-Eight Victory
The Daily Tribune - News Of Bahrain
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AFP | Singapore Email : editor@newsofbahrain.com China’s Qin Haiyang produced a sensational performance to claim his second gold medal at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore yesterday, winning the men’s 200m breaststroke final in...
ST.KITTS- NEVIS & SINGAPORE UNVEIL MICROSTATE DIPLOMACY PILLAR: A NEW BLUEPRINT IN STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
Times Caribbean
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August 2, 2025
ST.KITTS-NEVIS & SINGAPORE UNVEIL MICROSTATE DIPLOMACY PILLAR: A NEW BLUEPRINT IN STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP . Singapore & St. Kitts & Nevis: Strategic Synergy Unveiled A. Defining the Vision . B. Core Pillars of Partnership Financial & Fintech...
2025 World Aquatics Championships: Ukrainian Swimmers and Divers Shine in Singapore
Mezha
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August 2, 2025
According to the official broadcaster of the 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Ukraine on the platforms of Suspilne Sport The 2025 World Aquatics Championships are underway in Singapore, and August 2 marked the seventh day of competition. On...
Onn Hafiz: Johor eyes Singapore’s Geylang Serai model for cleaner, smarter hawker centres
Malay Mail
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August 2, 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 2 — The Johor government will study the management model of wet markets and hawker centres at Geylang Serai Market & Food Centre managed by Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) with a view to be adapted in the state....
Kuwait hits 60% milestone in ambitious education reform: Major curriculum and digital upgrades underway
The Times of India
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Kuwait’s education overhaul, the largest in two decades is 60% complete/Representative Image TL;DR: Kuwait’s Cabinet has approved a comprehensive six‑pillar education reform, led by Health and Education Minister Sayed Jalal Al‑Tabtabaei, with 60%...
Johor eyes Singapore’s hawker model to boost local market standards
Malay Mail
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August 2, 2025
JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 2 — Johor is looking to adopt elements of Singapore’s thriving hawker centre and public market management model to enhance quality, cleanliness and overall business environment at similar facilities across the state. State Housing...
‘It’s just sport. Nothing more’: How Florian Wellbrock, four-gold world champ, revived his career
The Straits Times
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August 2, 2025
“Oh my god.” Leaning on a metal barrier, Florian Wellbrock does something unusual for him. He’s the poet laureate of endurance swimming, the lean, liquid prince of persistence who can’t stop, whose hotel safe must barely close because it’s stuffed...
money Should you buy a used car in Singapore? Pros, pitfalls and price comparisons
Asiaone
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August 2, 2025
With Certificate of Entitlement (COE) premiums breaking records soaring and brand-new cars now costing over $180,000, buying second-hand might seem like the smart way forward. For many first-time buyers, the appeal is simple: lower prices, less...
Singapore’s Punggol Central and Seletar Link now connected via new six-lane bridge
Malay Mail
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August 2, 2025
SINGAPORE, Aug 2 — A new six-lane vehicular bridge that will connect Punggol Central and Seletar Link will open tomorrow in Singapore. The Singapore Times reported that it will allow motorists in Punggol West an alternative route to the Tampines...
Singapore Tourism assess Sabah cruise potential
Daily Express Malaysia
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August 2, 2025
Singapore Tourism assess Sabah cruise potential Published on: Saturday, August 02, 2025 Published on: Sat, Aug 02, 2025 Text Size: Dark Mode: Off Kota Kinabalu: Singapore Tourism Board officials were recently here to visit while exploring Sabah’s...
singapore SGH medical team comes home after Dhaka mission to help treat burn victims from fighter jet crash
Asiaone
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August 2, 2025
SINGAPORE - A team of nurses and doctors from the Singapore General Hospital (SGH) that went to Bangladesh to help treat burn victims of a fatal fighter jet crash has returned home on Aug 1. The eight-member team, comprising five nurses and three...
singapore Man allegedly spotted vaping on bus wearing military uniform was held in SAF custody
Asiaone
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August 2, 2025
A man was held in Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) custody after allegedly vaping on a public bus. AsiaOne understands that he has since been released. A video shared by SGFollowsAll recently went viral showing the individual, dressed in a No. 4...
singapore Australian man, 82, arrested for alleged March thefts at Changi Airport upon return to Singapore
Asiaone
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August 2, 2025
An elderly man has been arrested for his suspected involvement in two cases of shop theft in March at Changi Airport. The Australian national, 82, was apprehended on July 24 as he returned to transit for another flight in Singapore, according to a...
‘Confident and motivated’, Singaporean golfer Shannon Tan makes the cut at Women’s British Open
The Straits Times
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August 2, 2025
SINGAPORE – Having to weather the elements and challenging course conditions on tour each week, patience is key for Singaporean golfer Shannon Tan. Now in the midst of her second season on the Ladies European Tour (LET), the ability to stay...