Tag: Singapore
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Crocodile Sighting Finds Sentosa Water Activities Grounded
Overview: Safety first as Crocodile Sighting Halts Beach Activities Visitors to Sentosa were met with an unusual halt to water-based recreation after a crocodile was sighted in the waters off Sentosa Cove. In response, water activities including swimming, kayaking, and other aquatic pursuits at Siloso, Palawan, and Tanjong Beach have been suspended until further notice.…
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Singapore to Face AI Challenge Sooner: What It Means and How It Should Respond
Singapore’s AI Wake-Up Call: Why the Challenge Comes Earlier President Tharman Shanmugaratnam’s warning that Singapore will face the AI challenge sooner than many countries underscores a simple truth: a small, open, technology-reliant economy is especially exposed to rapid advances in artificial intelligence. In Singapore’s case, the same conditions that power its growth—global connectivity, a strong…
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Singapore Faces AI Challenge Earlier Than Many Nations, Says President Tharman
Singapore Confronts AI Early Singapore is well aware that the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution will reshape economies and labor markets sooner rather than later. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam recently underscored that the city-state’s small size, open economy, and reliance on technology can accelerate both the opportunities and the risks associated with AI. In short, Singapore may…
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Police Victim Care Officers Help Singapore Scam Victims Rebuild After Losing Savings
Supportful path after the shock: how victim care officers assist In Singapore, a troubling wave of government official impersonation scams has left many seniors and vulnerable residents financially devastated. When an elderly man discovered that nearly all of his savings had been wiped out by a scammer posing as a government official, the emotional toll…
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Touch Grass Week: NUS College Encourages Learning Beyond Screens
Introduction: A deliberate switch from screens to scenery In an era dominated by screens and constant notifications, NUS College is making a pointed pivot: a week dedicated to learning outside the classroom. Touch Grass Week invites undergraduates to trade lecture halls for grassy quads, where ideas flourish in natural light and conversations loosen from the…
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Me and My Money: The Singapore Collector Who Rejected a $1.3 Million Pikachu Illustrator Offer
Ukraine to Singapore: A collector’s vow over rarity In the universe of collectible gaming, a single card can become a symbol of devotion, risk, and the long game of price discovery. Chew Zhan Lun, a Singapore-based collector, recently reaffirmed that point by turning down a $1.3 million bid for the Pikachu Illustrator card. The move…
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Police Victim Care Officers Help Singapore Scam Victims Rebuild Confidence After Savings Lost
Singapore Faces Ongoing Scam Threats Singapore continues to grapple with sophisticated fraud schemes, including government official impersonation scams that prey on unsuspecting residents. Elderly victims are particularly vulnerable, and the emotional aftershocks—loss of savings, anxiety, and a sense of betrayal—often outlast the financial hit. In response, a specialized team of Police Victim Care Officers (PVCOs)…
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Touch Grass Week at NUS College: A Bold Shift Toward Offline Learning
Why Touch Grass Week? In an era dominated by screens, NUS College is inviting undergraduates to step outside and reconnect with the tangible world through Touch Grass Week. The initiative aims to rekindle hands-on learning, strengthen peer collaboration, and highlight the value of outdoor and in-person experiences in a holistic education. By design, the week…
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Deepfake minister video dupes retiree in crypto scam
Overview A 75-year-old retiree from Singapore fell for a cryptocurrency investment scheme after being exposed to a deepfake video that appeared to feature a government minister endorsing the opportunity. The video led him to invest more than S$4,000, a sum he believed would yield high returns. This incident underscores how sophisticated misinformation can target seniors…
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Police Victim Care Officers Help Singapore Scam Victims Rebuild After Losses
Helping Hands: PVCOs Support Victims of Government Impersonation Scams In Singapore, the impact of government official impersonation scams stretches far beyond financial loss. An elderly man who saw nearly all of his savings disappear after a sophisticated scam received not only financial guidance but also emotional and practical support from Police Victim Care Officers (PVCOs).…