Singapore news today
Here are some of the top news stories from Singapore today:
Breaking News
- COVID-19: Singapore reports 1,245 new cases, 2 deaths: The Ministry of Health (MOH) announced 1,245 new COVID-19 cases and 2 deaths in Singapore today. The total number of cases in Singapore now stands at 63,786, with 44,441 recoveries and 27 deaths. (Source: The Straits Times)
- Singapore to introduce new COVID-19 testing regime for travelers: The Singapore government has announced plans to introduce a new COVID-19 testing regime for travelers arriving in the country. The new regime will require all travelers to take a COVID-19 test upon arrival, and those who test positive will be required to undergo quarantine. (Source: Channel NewsAsia)
Local News
- Singapore's economy grows 1.1% in Q2, beats expectations: Singapore's economy grew 1.1% in the second quarter of this year, beating expectations and marking the country's first quarterly growth in over a year. The growth was driven by a rebound in the manufacturing sector and a recovery in the services sector. (Source: The Business Times)
- Singapore's inflation rate rises to 0.4% in July: Singapore's inflation rate rose to 0.4% in July, driven by higher prices of food and services. The inflation rate has been rising steadily over the past few months, but remains within the central bank's target range. (Source: The Straits Times)
International News
- US and China agree to restart trade talks: The United States and China have agreed to restart trade talks, with the two countries set to hold high-level talks in the coming weeks. The talks are aimed at resolving the ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. (Source: Bloomberg)
- Hong Kong protests: Thousands march in defiance of ban: Thousands of protesters have marched in Hong Kong in defiance of a ban on the rally, calling for greater democracy and an end to police brutality. The protests have been ongoing for months, with no end in sight. (Source: Al Jazeera)
Sports News
- Singapore's football team loses to Vietnam in AFF Cup: Singapore's football team lost 2-1 to Vietnam in the ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) Cup, ending their hopes of advancing to the semifinals. The team had been struggling in the tournament, with only one win in their previous four matches. (Source: The Straits Times)
- Singapore's tennis player, Loh, wins ITF title: Singapore's tennis player, Loh, has won the ITF Women's Circuit title in Japan, defeating her opponent in straight sets. The win marks Loh's first ITF title, and she is now ranked 15th in the world. (Source: The Straits Times)
These are just some of the top news stories from Singapore today.