POSB phishing scams cost customers $172k
At least $172,000 has been lost through POSB impersonation phishing scams since April 2025 At least 13 reports have been filed with police. The scam involves emails claiming users' digital banking tokens have expired. Victims are directed to phishing websites where...
Remembering War’s Lasting Impact
https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/remembering-wars-true-cost-is-our-strongest-shield-against-new-conflicts The Deeper Lessons of War Remembrance: Analysis of Gary Lit's Perspective Beyond Tangible Costs: War's Multidimensional Impact Dr. Lit's article reveals how...
Are Your Streaming Bills Going Up Soon?
SINGAPORE—On May 4, US President Donald Trump made headlines by threatening to impose import taxes on movies produced outside the United States. This bold move is part of a broader strategy to boost job creation in Hollywood and strengthen the domestic film industry....
ValidiFI’s Bank Intelligence Quarterly Report
Key Points from Validifi's Q1 2025 Bank Intelligence Quarterly Report Validifi, a provider of predictive bank account and payment intelligence, has released a report highlighting differences in consumer banking profiles across different bank types, with a focus on...
The Morning Catch Seafood Review
Restaurant: The Morning Catch Seafood (一品鲜 活海鲜) Location: KINEX mall, 11 Tanjong Katong Road, #02-21, Singapore 437157 Concept: Fresh live seafood restaurant with seafood items priced per piece rather than by weight Opening Hours: Daily from 11am - 1am Private Rooms:...
Malaysia seeking extradition of Tim Leissner for 1MDB
Malaysian authorities submitted an extradition request for Tim Leissner to the US Justice Department in August 2024 Interpol issued a red notice for Leissner in November 2024 Leissner, a former Goldman Sachs partner, pleaded guilty in the US in 2018 to money...
$3.2 trillion avalanche of dollar selling loans
Asian countries may have accumulated approximately $2.5 trillion (S$3.2 trillion) in US dollar assets over years of trade surpluses with the US. Escalating trade tensions under the Trump administration could trigger an "avalanche" of dollar selling as Asian investors...
China vows to defend their trade interests in US talks
The first official trade talks since Trump's return to office will take place in Switzerland on May 10-11, 2025. The US has imposed 145% tariffs on Chinese goods, while China has retaliated with 125% tariffs on US imports. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and USTR...
Mother’s Day Baking Recipes for Singapore
As inflation continues to rise, finding affordable yet delightful ways to celebrate special occasions becomes increasingly necessary. This Mother's Day, consider baking a cake that won't break the bank but will still convey love and appreciation. Here are some...
Airline Changes Due To Escalating India-Pakistan Tensions
TAIPEI—On May 7, several Asian airlines announced changes to their flight schedules, either rerouting or cancelling flights initially destined for Europe. This decision was made in response to escalating military tensions between India and Pakistan. The conflict...