Singapore Government spending could exceed 20% of GDP by 2030; GST and other tax moves help to close funding gap: Finance Ministry

MOF cautioned that the forecasts in its paper do not take into account future policy moves that may be needed to address the various challenges ahead.

S$661 million lost to scams in 2022, with young adults most likely to fall victim: SPF

Young adults aged 20 to 39 made up more than half of all scam victims in Singapore last year, with job scams being the most common ruse they fell for.

US Navy releases first photos of China balloon debris

The downed Chinese balloon will be analysed by intelligence experts and there is no plan to give the remains back to Beijing, said US officials.

Prevent forest fires or lose your jobs, Indonesia’s Jokowi warns police chiefs again

“If there is a fire in your area and it's not handled well, the policy remains the same: (You will be) fired,” said Indonesia President Joko Widodo in a reminder of a warning he made seven years ago.

Six dead in Genting Highlands after accident involving tourist van

Eight people were also injured in the accident, reported local media.