SINGAPORE has downgraded its GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 0-2% due to the impact of US tariffs, as the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) highlighted global trade disruptions stemming from the US-China trade war. The economy grew 3.8% year-on-year in Q1 2025 but contracted by 0.8% quarter-on-quarter, with external factors dampening business and consumer sentiment. MTI warned of substantial risks including potential recession, increased costs, and disruptions to global supply chains.
A New York pediatrician, Dr. Doreen Benary, has sued Singapore Airlines after suffering a severe allergic reaction due to being served a shrimp meal, despite informing the crew of her allergy. The incident, which required an emergency diversion to Paris for medical treatment, has prompted her to seek damages for pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA former Chinese language teacher in Singapore was sentenced to nine months in jail for molesting a female student when she was around seven years old. The incident occurred in 2019, and although the victim reported it three years later, the court emphasized the breach of trust by educators, leading to a deterrent sentence despite the fleeting nature of the offense. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreRead a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try.Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: A lack of skilled personnel and the high cost of overseas training are some challenges faced by Singapore’s car workshops pivoting to electric vehicle (EV) repair. Most auto workshops and mechanics currently cater to vehicles powered by internal combustion engines that use gasoline or diesel...
Read moreRead a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Despite its premium pricing reputation, Mount Elizabeth hospitals do not always charge the highest fees in Singapore, with a CNA review revealing they were most expensive in only three out of ten common procedures in 2023. Great Eastern insurers recently ceased pre-authorisation for admissions...
Read moreSINGAPORE: A police officer, Sean Teo, was sentenced to 13 months in jail for misusing his position to solicit sex from a woman arrested for drug offenses. Teo, who accessed confidential information and contacted the woman under false pretenses, attempted to convince her to sleep with him, claiming he could help her case. Need More Context? 🔎
Read moreA man cycling in a restricted forest area near Nee Soon Range in Singapore was shot but did not initially report the injury upon arriving at the hospital. He was later found to have a bullet lodged in his back and is currently under investigation for wilful trespass, as military live-firing was occurring nearby; he has since been treated and is in stable condition. Need More Context? 🔎
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