Singapore plans to boost tourism through movie and TV shoots
To be eligible for the funding, the shows or movies must be shot in Singapore, before the first quarter of 2027.
Tue Apr 11 2023
Singapore expects full tourism recovery by 2024
Tourism contributes about 4 pct to Singapore's annual gross domestic product, according to the STB.
Tue Jan 17 2023
Airasia, Singapore Tourism Board ink MOU to promote travels to Singapore
Airasia and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have signed a MOU to promote travels to Singapore, which the Malaysian multinational low-cost airline has identified as a key market.
Wed Feb 16 2022
Nearly 3,000 confined to cabins after COVID-19 case on Singapore cruise
The World Dream cruise liner had 1,646 passengers and 1,249 crew members on board who are now required to remain in their stateroom.
Wed Jul 14 2021
Singapore becomes a global cruise leader, for now
Singapore cruises are open only to its 5.7 million residents, who have been unable to leave the tiny country for leisure and staycations.
Wed Apr 07 2021
Singapore 'cruise-to-nowhere' turns back after COVID-19 case aboard
Emergency response plans have been activated including immediate isolation of close contacts, contact tracing and deep-cleaning of the ship.
Wed Dec 09 2020
Weaker ringgit dampens travel to Singapore
Over a year, the ringgit fluctuated between 2.85 and 3.15 against the Singapore dollar.
Tue Feb 14 2017
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024