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The Independent Singapore Leading alternative news platform in Singapore The Independent brings independent perspective on news and current affairs in Singapore.

It is a platform owned and operated by journalists. Started on the 9th of August 2013, the news website brings in-depth perspective and analysis on current affairs, economics and politics in Singapore.

Additionally, 74% companies expect their investments in Singapore to continue growing in the near future
01/01/2025

Additionally, 74% companies expect their investments in Singapore to continue growing in the near future

The decision has been seen by industry analysts as a calculated move rather than a retreat
01/01/2025

The decision has been seen by industry analysts as a calculated move rather than a retreat

Tickets will go on sale from Jan 10, 2025, through Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC, and Klook
01/01/2025

Tickets will go on sale from Jan 10, 2025, through Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC, and Klook

Vietnam's growth is expected to be among the strongest in ASEAN
01/01/2025

Vietnam's growth is expected to be among the strongest in ASEAN

The latest incident involved a leak from an oil processing unit that produces diesel and other refined products
01/01/2025

The latest incident involved a leak from an oil processing unit that produces diesel and other refined products

This latest launch follows SIA’s earlier revamp of its premium economy offerings
01/01/2025

This latest launch follows SIA’s earlier revamp of its premium economy offerings

Questions linger about whether the group will immediately resume full-unit activities
01/01/2025

Questions linger about whether the group will immediately resume full-unit activities

"The rumours are completely false. Leonardo DiCaprio's involvement in 'Squid Game' Season 3 is completely untrue." — Net...
01/01/2025

"The rumours are completely false. Leonardo DiCaprio's involvement in 'Squid Game' Season 3 is completely untrue." — Netflix

The Singapore-registered YANGZE 22 and Japan-registered VEGA DREAM collided
01/01/2025

The Singapore-registered YANGZE 22 and Japan-registered VEGA DREAM collided

“What should I do to prepare before they kick me out of the house? … I still want to work in Singapore,” the helper aske...
01/01/2025

“What should I do to prepare before they kick me out of the house? … I still want to work in Singapore,” the helper asked for advice

While prices continued to fall, the rate of decline has decelerated, signalling a potential recovery
01/01/2025

While prices continued to fall, the rate of decline has decelerated, signalling a potential recovery

74% respondents chose Singapore as having the most aggressive drivers among ASEAN nations
01/01/2025

74% respondents chose Singapore as having the most aggressive drivers among ASEAN nations

"My helper, she borrowed $300 for the period of 6 days only. They ask her to return $1160," the employer wrote
01/01/2025

"My helper, she borrowed $300 for the period of 6 days only. They ask her to return $1160," the employer wrote

"My helper, she borrowed $300, for the period of 6 days only. They ask her to return $1160," the employer wrote

"I swear today I got a shock when I saw this…" the shopper exclaimed
01/01/2025

"I swear today I got a shock when I saw this…" the shopper exclaimed

"Cats are now allowed in HDB, so why cannot house this cat in your house," the resident added to his complaint
31/12/2024

"Cats are now allowed in HDB, so why cannot house this cat in your house," the resident added to his complaint

"Mummies/daddies, please, please don’t blindly trust your helpers... Please do spot checks..." the witness added in her ...
31/12/2024

"Mummies/daddies, please, please don’t blindly trust your helpers... Please do spot checks..." the witness added in her open letter

Here’s to an unwavering commitment to independence, accountability, and the pursuit of truth! Happy New Year from all of...
31/12/2024

Here’s to an unwavering commitment to independence, accountability, and the pursuit of truth! Happy New Year from all of us at The Independent Singapore!

The pressure of fitting into this scenario is all too real...
31/12/2024

The pressure of fitting into this scenario is all too real...

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“I thought it was egg” — Diner pays $8 for a slice of salmon so thin it looks like fried egg! Would you be disappointed? Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/i-thought-it-was-egg-diner-disappointed-by-8-thin-slice-of-salmon-that-looked-like-a-piece-of-fried-egg/ #FoodFail #ThinSliceWoes

“Is this permissible?” — HDB resident questions after a neighbour’s burning container fills homes with smoke! Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/is-this-permissible-hdb-resident-asks-after-her-neighbours-burning-container-in-the-corridor-caused-smoke-to-enter-multiple-homes/ #HDBLiving #NeighbourlyMatters #Singapore

Woman lashes out at man for ‘begging’ on MRT train, tells him to ‘get a job’ Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/woman-lashes-out-at-man-for-begging-on-mrt-train-tells-him-to-get-a-job/ #MRTDrama #SingaporeNews #PublicTransport

“You got nothing to do, is it?” — Singaporeans tell complainer that there’s nothing wrong with a family of 3 taking 4 seats on the bus. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/you-got-nothing-to-do-is-it-singaporeans-tell-complainer-that-theres-nothing-wrong-with-a-family-of-3-taking-4-seats-on-the-bus/ #FamilyMatters #BusEtiquette #SingaporeLife #onlinedebate

Should older people be given a pass when they play loud videos on public transport? Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/commuter-unhappy-with-uncle-who-watched-loud-videos-on-mrt/ #PublicTransportEtiquette #MannersMatter #ConsiderationForAll

$5.50 chicken rice meal is expensive, a diner complains, but others tell him the price is actually reasonable, even cheap. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/5-50-chicken-rice-meal-is-expensive-a-diner-complains-but-others-tell-him-the-price-is-actually-reasonable-even-cheap/ #FoodTalk #SingaporeEats #BudgetMeals #FoodieOpinions

Changi Airport goes bananas: Macaques make a surprise landing for some monkey business. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/changi-airport-goes-bananas-macaques-make-a-surprise-landing-for-some-monkey-business/ #ChangiAirport #MonkeyBusiness #SurpriseVisitors

Man raises concern over unsafe “safety” barrier on escalator in Singapore mall. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/man-raises-concern-over-unsafe-safety-barrier-on-escalator-in-singapore-mall/ #SafetyFirst #Singapore #EscalatorFails

'The most expensive Nasi Lemak I’ve ever had!' – A customer says she paid S$5 for 'just an egg and begedil.' Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/the-most-expensive-nasi-lemak-i-ever-had-customer-claims-she-paid-s5-for-just-an-egg-and-begedil/ #SingaporeFood #CostOfLiving

‘Why is this happening in 2024?’ S’poreans ask about blackface incident at UOL Group event. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/why-is-this-happening-in-2024-sporeans-ask-about-blackface-incident-at-uol-group-event/ #CulturalAwareness #BlackfaceControversy #SingaporeNews

Penang-based artist calls out AirAsia and Tony Fernandes after his mural was used without permission. Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/penang-based-artist-calls-out-airasia-and-tony-fernandes-after-his-mural-was-used-without-permission/ #RespectArtists #CopyrightMatters #SupportLocalArtists

Singapore shines as the top global hub for wealthy entrepreneurs! A magnet for innovation, growth, and success! Read the full story here: https://theindependent.sg/singapore-ranked-as-leading-global-hub-for-wealthy-entrepreneurs/ #GlobalBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SingaporeSuccess

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