Andy Thomas

Mars Shines Brightly Over Singapore on 16 January 0
- WORLD
- 01/17/2025
Rare celestial alignment offers a chance to observe the Red Planet at its most brilliant On 16 January, Singapore residents will have the rare opportunity to see Mars at its brightest and closest for the year, weather conditions permitting. The Red Planet will be in “opposition,” a celestial event where Earth aligns directly between Mars
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Los Angeles Housing Crisis Deepens as Rental Prices Soar After Devastating Fires 0
- Economy
- 01/15/2025
Wildfires exacerbate an already strained market, leading to astronomical rental rates and rising concerns over price gouging. The housing affordability crisis in Los Angeles, already one of the most expensive cities in the United States, has worsened dramatically following devastating wildfires that have decimated entire neighbourhoods. The fires, which have killed at least 24 people
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Singapore Sets New Records for Port Traffic and Container Handling in 2024 0
- Economy
- 01/15/2025
The nation’s port saw impressive growth in vessel arrivals, cargo handling, and alternative fuel sales. Singapore’s port achieved remarkable milestones in 2024, setting new records for both vessel arrivals and container handling. The port recorded 3.11 billion gross tonnes in ship traffic, surpassing the previous record of 3.09 billion gross tonnes in 2023. This metric,
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Singaporeans Share Harrowing Experiences Amid Los Angeles Wildfires 0
- Blog
- 01/14/2025
Fires Leave Devastation, Sparking Community Aid and Evacuations SINGAPORE – As deadly wildfires ravage Los Angeles, Singaporeans living in the area recount stories of survival and resilience. Among them is Shabnam Melwani, a 55-year-old businesswoman whose Pacific Palisades home suffered severe smoke damage on 7 January. Forced to leave her house, Ms Melwani is now
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