Straits times news

The Straits Times is a leading English-language newspaper in Singapore, and here are some of the latest news headlines:

Top Stories

  1. Singapore's economy grows 0.2% in Q2, beats expectations: Singapore's economy expanded by 0.2% in the second quarter, beating expectations and marking a turnaround from the previous quarter's contraction.
  2. New COVID-19 cases in Singapore drop to 1,000, lowest in 2 months: Singapore reported 1,000 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday, the lowest daily tally in two months, as the country continues to ease restrictions.
  3. Singapore and Malaysia agree to reopen borders for vaccinated travelers: Singapore and Malaysia have agreed to reopen their borders to vaccinated travelers, in a move aimed at boosting tourism and economic ties between the two countries.

Business

  1. Singapore's GDP growth forecast revised upwards to 3.5%: The Singapore government has revised its GDP growth forecast upwards to 3.5% for this year, citing a stronger-than-expected recovery in the second quarter.
  2. DBS and OCBC to offer digital banking services in Indonesia: Singapore's DBS and OCBC banks have announced plans to offer digital banking services in Indonesia, marking a significant expansion into the Southeast Asian market.
  3. Singapore's non-oil exports rise 12.4% in July, driven by electronics and pharmaceuticals: Singapore's non-oil exports rose 12.4% in July, driven by strong demand for electronics and pharmaceuticals, according to data released by the Trade Development Board.

World

  1. US and China agree to restart trade talks: The United States and China have agreed to restart trade talks, in a move aimed at resolving their long-standing trade dispute and boosting economic cooperation.
  2. UK and EU reach agreement on Northern Ireland border: The United Kingdom and the European Union have reached an agreement on the Northern Ireland border, a key issue in their Brexit negotiations.
  3. India's economy grows 20.1% in Q2, fastest pace in 2 years: India's economy grew at its fastest pace in two years in the second quarter, driven by a rebound in consumer spending and investment.

Sports

  1. Singapore's football team beats Philippines 2-1 in World Cup qualifier: Singapore's national football team secured a 2-1 win over the Philippines in a World Cup qualifier, boosting their chances of advancing to the next round.
  2. Singapore's tennis star Loh Zhi Yuan wins first ATP Challenger title: Singapore's Loh Zhi Yuan won his first ATP Challenger title, defeating Japan's Taro Daniel in the final of the ATP Challenger Tour event in Japan.
  3. Singapore's national cycling team wins gold at SEA Games: Singapore's national cycling team won a gold medal at the Southeast Asian Games, with cyclist Goh Choon Huat taking the top spot in the men's individual time trial event.

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