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Singapore hits vaccination milestone

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4 years ago

August 10, 2021

The government had hoped to have two-thirds of the population fully vaccinated by National Day on August 9.

That goal has been met, with 70% of the population now fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Some coronavirus curbs in the city-state have been eased today, following a partial lockdown that was triggered by COVID-19 clusters linked to karaoke lounges and a fishery port.

The size of public gatherings has been increased from two to five, and restrictions on entry for foreign workers have been eased.

There are now different rules for those who are vaccinated and those who are not, when it comes to eating out.

Only people who are fully vaccinated, or unvaccinated people with a negative COVID-19 test result, will be allowed to dine-in at restaurants and bars.

Dining-in is permitted for groups of up to two at hawker centres and cafes, regardless of vaccination status.

Mass vaccination drives transition to a new-normal

Working from home is currently the default arrangement, but from August 19 up to 50% of employees will be able to return to the workplace.

79 per cent of people have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine, with the Lion City on track to have 80% of its population fully vaccinated by early September.

When this target is reached, there will be a further relaxation of measures.

This is likely to include the introduction of quarantine-free travel for vaccinated travellers.

Such a move would mark a big step forward for Singapore, as part of its transition to a new-normal in which the population learn to live with COVID-19.

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— Singapore Government (@govsingapore) July 2, 2021

Vaccination drive continues

The city-state now have one of the best vaccination rates in the world, but authorities are still pushing for more people to get inoculated.

From today, all Singaporeans, permanent residents and long-term pass holders who are not yet vaccinated will not need to make an appointment. They can simply walk up to a clinic.

There is also a real push to vaccinate those aged 70 and above, who were the first group eligible to be vaccinated but have the lowest take up rate.

The Ministry of Health says “vaccination remains a key enabler in our fight against Covid-19″, urging “all who are eligible to be vaccinated”.

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Crypto crash alert: Bitcoin and Ethereum plunge amid market turmoil

Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.

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16 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.

The crypto market is facing a sharp downturn as Bitcoin and Ethereum see significant losses, sparking concerns among investors. Analysts warn of continued volatility but remain cautiously optimistic about a rebound by 2026–2027.

We sit down with Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group to break down what’s driving this market shake-up. From $608 million in liquidations to the impact on overall market sentiment, we explore what this means for both short-term traders and long-term investors.

Get insights on Bitcoin’s long-term targets, potential recovery trends, and what historical data suggests for the future of cryptocurrency.

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Airbus hit by new A320 fuselage panel defect triggering share price drop

Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.

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17 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.

Airbus is confronting a fresh manufacturing issue after discovering a quality defect in several dozen fuselage panels used on A320-family jets. The revelation sparked investor concern, with shares falling by up to 10% as the news broke.

While the newly identified flaw has caused some delivery delays, Airbus confirms that aircraft already in service are safe and unaffected. The defect is limited to a specific batch of panels, and all new production now meets required standards.

The company has apologised for the disruption and says it is working closely with suppliers to prevent a repeat of the issue.

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Bitcoin tanks as markets turn risk-off and tech stocks slide

Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.

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17 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.

Bitcoin has suffered a sharp decline, falling more than 7% and slipping to $84,555 — its lowest point in over a week. After a brutal November where BTC shed more than $18,000, its biggest dollar drop since mid-2021, investor confidence is wavering. Analysts say multiple pressures, including negative ratings for major stablecoins, are amplifying bearish sentiment across the market.

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