Good morning! Here are our top stories to kick-start your Saturday, Oct 31.
Shoppers flock to Robinsons outlets after it announces store closures
Some were “totally stunned” when told that Robinsons was in provisional liquidation.
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Robinsons’ closure: Department stores struggle to find relevance with today’s shoppers
The demise of one of S’pore’s oldest and best-loved department stores marks the end of an era.
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Personal data of 1.1 million RedMart user accounts stolen in Lazada breach and put up for sale
Names, phone numbers, e-mail, mailing addresses, encrypted passwords and partial credit card numbers were stolen.
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Couples separated by Covid-19 border controls reunite after 9 months
Singaporeans and permanent residents who are in relationships with foreign partners are finally being reunited.
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Foreign policy continuity if Trump wins, return to mainstream diplomacy if Biden succeeds
Whether the US and China can cooperate on global challenges is an unanswered question.
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Make haste, but slowly, as Singapore moves ahead into phase 3
Having endured months of restrictions, everyone wants to move on, but a nasty, crafty bug stands ready to pounce.
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Relax Covid-19 curbs or open borders in S’pore’s phase 3, but not both
Every easing of measures increases risks, and doing too much too soon could result in a second-wave outbreak.
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The Great Singapore Drive: A 200km road trip around the island
The Covid-19 pandemic may have put the brakes on road trips north, but a drive around the island can be equally satisfying.
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Grab sets age limit of 10 years for private-hire cars
Ride-hailing passengers using the Grab platform will no longer travel in old cars by July 2022.
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Make room for a classic statement chair
More are splashing out on statement pieces for their home that can cost up to a few thousand dollars.
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