Singapore is not choosing between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and multi-national companies (MNCs) as it needs both.Similarly, it is not choosing between domestic demand and external markets as they are needed, too, said Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance Jeffrey Siow.«We are not in a zero-sum situation. In fact, the growth of our local companies and our MNCs mutually reinforce each other,» he said during the debate on a motion on the future of Singapore's economy filed by Workers' Party MPs Kenneth Tiong (Aljunied GRC) and Associate Professor Jamus Lim (Sengkang GRC). Speaking on Aug 5 afternoon as he seconded the motion, the Sengkang MP had called for a pivot away from MNCs as the driver of Singapore's growth, to promote SMEs as Singapore's economic engine. He raised this «bottom-up, domestic capital-led» approach as the solution to lagging productivity growth and a lack of risk-taking entrepreneurs. 

SINGAPORE — A woman who posted negative reviews on the Google page of a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinic must pay $12,500 in damages for defaming the physician who treated her.The customer, Cheryl Lim, had experienced weakness in her arm after she underwent acupuncture treatment at the Kin Teck Tong TCM Clinic at Plaza Singapura.In the first review she posted, she cautioned readers to “think twice” and questioned if the physician, Pheabe Chau, was qualified.After the clinic declined her request for a refund, Lim updated her review, this time stating that going to the clinic for treatment caused her to lose her arm strength.In a written judgment on Aug 4, District Judge Sim Mei Ling said both reviews were defamatory.The judge rejected Lim’s argument that they were justified, saying she had not sought to prove the truth of her statements.However, the judge concluded the first review expressed an honest opinion and amounted to fair comment, which is a defence to a defamation claim.But the second review was a definitive statement of fact.

SINGAPORE — DBS Group, Singapore's biggest bank, raised its full-year guidance after second-quarter net profit rose nine per cent, beating expectations as strong wealth-management fees, treasury sales and trading income offset pressure from lower interest rates.DBS, which is also Southeast Asia's biggest lender by assets, posted a record quarterly net profit of $3.08 billion, up from S$2.82 billion a year earlier.This beat the mean estimate of $2.88 billion from three analysts, according to LSEG data.Net interest margin, a key gauge of profitability, fell to 1.87 per cent from 2.05 per cent in the same period a year earlier, but that was offset by strong loan and deposit growth.«We delivered a strong set of results for the first half, anchored by the strength of our wealth management franchise,» CEO Tan Su Shan said in a statement, noting assets under management in the wealth division surpassed S$500 billion for the first time.She raised DBS' 2026 outlook, saying total income was expected to exceed 2025 levels, while group net interest income was expected to close the gap to 2025 levels. 

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After enduring twenty-two long years of wrongful imprisonment, a man was finally acquitted by the Supreme Court. The injustice stemmed from the trial court's flawed evidence analysis, compounded by the High Court's refusal to entertain his delayed appeal. The Supreme Court emphasized how marginalized communities often find access to justice frustratingly elusive, shedding light on the pressing issues within the judicial system that disproportionately affect the underprivileged.

The government has directed online intermediaries to block 7,393 links involved in film piracy. This action includes the blocking of 4,996 Telegram channels and 1,263 websites. The information and broadcasting ministry disclosed this directive to the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. This move follows amendments to the Cinematograph Act in 2023. The legal framework against online film piracy has been strengthened by the government.

In a strong rebuttal, India rejected Pakistan's Youm-e-Istehsal, deeming it as propaganda intended to obscure its own human rights abuses and terrorism connections. The Indian government asserted that the constitutional changes in Jammu and Kashmir fall within its sovereignty, whilst the global community takes note of the human rights oppression occurring in Pakistan-administered regions. Pakistan is called upon to address ongoing bloodshed and relinquish its illegal occupation of Indian territories.

Prime Minister Modi emphasised the significant transformation taking place in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The repeal of Article 370 opened a new chapter, leading to increased infrastructure and opportunities in the region. Empowerment and constitutional rights have been extended to women and marginalized communities, marking the beginning of a new era characterized by peace and progress for these Union territories.

Investigators probing the Chikangawa plane crash have called in two South African forensic pathology experts as the parliamentary inquiry into the disaster enters a critical new phase — amid growing questions over whether Malawi has the expertise to handle the investigation alone. The Ad Hoc Committee investigating the crash has enlisted renowned specialists Dr Robert […] The post South African pathologists drafted in to probe Chikangawa crash amid capacity fears appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

Malawi have reached the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations despite going down 2-1 to neighbours Zambia in their final Group C fixture on Wednesday night — with the Scorchers progressing on a mini-league tiebreaker after three sides finished level on points. Sloppy start proves costly Zambia made the perfect start, needing […] The post Malawi book WAFCON quarter-final spot despite defeat to Zambia in Group C thriller appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A light aircraft has been detained at Bakili Muluzi International Airport in Blantyre after allegedly landing without following proper procedures, in an incident that has sparked a security scare at the facility. The plane, registration number N137ZM, was seized by authorities on Wednesday, with its captain swiftly placed under arrest, airport spokesperson Dorrah Chathyoka has […] The post Malawi arrests pilot after plane lands ‘without following procedures’ appeared first on Malawi News | Breaking News, Politics, Business & Sports | Nyasa Times.

A discarded SpaceX rocket stage has apparently struck the Moon after drifting through space for more than a year Read Full Article at RT.com

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Footage of a facial recognition gantry at Punggol Coast MRT station has left some netizens intrigued about its purpose and effectiveness, according to multiple posts circulating on social media.A clip uploaded by user N9obs_win on YouTube shows that this facial recognition system appears to be incorporated into the priority use gantry.A screen mounted beside the gantry reflects a commuter's face as they attempt to pass through, similar to the way the automated clearance gantries used by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) work.In a separate TikTok video posted by 8days, a commuter attempted to use the facial recognition gantry to enter the station.However, the system did not work for the commuter, who then entered through a conventional gantry instead.Speaking to 8days, a staff member at Punggol Coast MRT station station said the system was being trialled and that registration was required before it could be used.Under the trial, a user's transport card is linked to the facial recognition system, allowing them to enter and exit through the gantry.

En marge de sa visite en République de Côte d'Ivoire, le Président de la République, Chef de l'Etat, Chef du Gouvernement, Son Excellence Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, accompagné de la Première Dame, Zita Oligui Nguema, et d'une importante délégation gabonaise, s'est rendu ce mercredi à Yamoussoukro, capitale politique ivoirienne, pour une étape à forte portée historique, mémorielle et spirituelle. Accueilli par le Ministre Gouverneur du District Autonome de Yamoussoukro, entouré des (...) - COOPERATION / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

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Workers' Party MPs on Wednesday (Aug 5) put forward a range of proposals in Parliament aimed at addressing challenges facing Singaporean workers, young people and local businesses.A motion titled «an economy of the future that works for all» was moved by Aljunied GRC MP Kenneth Tiong, who said in his opening speech that Singapore needs an updated growth model.Speaking on the challenge of innovation and entrepreneurship, he submitted the creation of a «special» zone consisting of residential and commercial space, including local enterprise and R&D, around Nanyang Technological University (NTU).Tiong said the State land in this district should not be priced at market scarcity value. Instead, it «takes its return in the companies that grow there instead of in rent».Tiong argued that high land costs have become a barrier to research, entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly for younger Singaporeans.He described the proposal as an «experiment» that could create a district that is both «pro-worker and pro-business».

A motion on Singapore's economic future filed by the Workers' Party (WP) MP Kenneth Tiong was amended and subsequently passed by the People's Action Party (PAP) majority on Wednesday (Aug 5) following more than eight hours of debate.The original motion stated that the House, notwithstanding the suggestions in the Economic Strategy Review on the future Singapore economy, believes in a more equal and inclusive economy.The WP's motion also said the House believes in an economic engine driven by dynamic local companies, healthy domestic demand, and Singaporeans and Singaporean capital venturing abroad.Holland-Bukit Timah MP Edward Chia, who spoke fourth in the debate, proposed to amend the motion by replacing the word «notwithstanding» to «in line with».He also proposed changing the phrase «economic engine driven» to «economic powered», inserting «global enterprises» after «local companies», and adding the words «and external» after the phrase «healthy domestic».Tiong said the WP cannot accept the first amendment of changing «notwithstanding» to «in line with», which «turns the sentence around».

A notice has been posted at Golden Village's GVmax theatre at VivoCity reminding Spider-Man fanatics not to take home the decorative seat covers.The latest movie of the beloved Marvel hero, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, has swung into theatres in Singapore, and some fans may have got carried away by the excitement.In a Threads post on Wednesday (Aug 5), user seangoh80 posted a picture of a notice at a Golden Village theatre urging moviegoers not to remove the Spider-Man seat covers from the movie hall.«Your friendly Spider-Man does not condone stealing,» the notice read, urging patrons to leave the seat covers behind for the next group of moviegoers to enjoy.The notice was also accompanied by a picture of the movie hall, showing just four seats fitted with Spider-Man themed seat covers.In response to AsiaOne's queries, a spokesperson for Golden Village said that they received reports from the GV VivoCity team that some of the seat covers were taken on the film's opening day.As a result, notices have been placed at the entrance and exits of the hall to remind patrons not to remove the seat covers.

L'enquête sur la mort de Heirani Taruoura à Raiatea se poursuit. Deux personnes mises en cause pour assassinat sont actuellement en détention provisoire. Aujourd'hui, le père de la principale suspecte livre son témoignage et demande pardon à la famille.

The US celebrity blogger, 48, was taken for treatment in Miami after officers received multiple calls from concerned fans viewing his behavious online.

Leader of Italy’s opposition Five Star Movement and a former prime minister Giuseppe Conte asserted that his party will seek to achieve a breakthrough in negotiations between the parties to the conflict

One civilian was killed and six were injured

Russian ambassador in Bern Sergey Garmonin stressed that the Russian embassy in Bern, nor other Russian diplomatic missions in the confederation, nor the Russian Foreign Ministry interfere in Switzerland’s internal affairs

According to the source, in October 2022, Olga Stefanishina’s mother purchased luxury housing at a price that was four times below the market

According to the commission, as of January 1, 2026, there were 111,287,092 voters

Anatoly Viktorov pointed out that the embassy received no requests from relatives, friends or colleagues of Russian orientalist Artyom Kirpichenok