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Even Mercedes can't stop the decline of German cars in China
Mercedes sold only 1,153 units in China in the first half of 2026.
- Mercedes-Benz sales of electric CLA sedan plummeted to 1,153 units in China's first half of 2026.
- Company's "So Mc-Benz" campaign with McDonald's failed to boost CLA sales in China.
China says Long March 7A rocket launch failed after flight anomaly
Monday's (Aug 10) mission was the Long March 7A's first failure since its unsuccessful maiden flight in March 2020.
Rollney’s profit margins fell from 28% to 6%, so it bet on robots instead of more stores
The one-man F&B biz sells over 2,000 chimney cakes a month Hungary’s official national dessert, kürtőskalács (also known as kurtos), is not exactly a familiar sight in Singapore.
NUS students to get ChatGPT access; AI module compulsory for incoming freshmen
Announcing a partnership with OpenAI, NUS said all students, faculty and staff will get access to ChatGPT Edu from Aug 31.
NUS makes AI courses compulsory, gives all students and staff free ChatGPT Edu access
The moves are part of a new AI strategy announced by the university on Aug 11.
World’s first work-from-home laws delayed after business outcry
The proposed laws would give eligible workers the right to work from home two days a week.
Kioxia says investment vehicle for SK Hynix is top shareholder
The firm’s annual report lists SK Hynix’s claim as risk factor, saying it represents a possible conflict of interest
Singapore’s key exports surge 27.4% in Q2 as AI demand fuels electronics boom
NODX also grew 18.6 per cent in the first half of 2026, marking its strongest first-half performance since 2010.
Anthropic strikes US$9 billion cloud deal with Riot Platforms
The move underscores the Claude maker’s efforts to secure enough computing to meet its customers’ demand
Unitree’s Shanghai IPO 5,526 times subscribed by retail buyers
Humanoid robots have become Beijing’s strategic priority
Unitree IPO 5,526 times subscribed by retail investors
The high level of interest underscores the investor appetite for physical AI companies, one of Beijing’s strategic priorities.
Singapore raises 2026 growth forecast to 4.5-5.5%; Q2 growth revised up to 5.9%
The economy expands 6.1% year on year in the first-half of 2026
Singapore upgrades 2026 key exports growth forecast to 14-16% on electronics-led H1 outperformance
Q2 NODX growth comes in at 27.4%, following the previous quarter’s 9.6% expansion
No lesson slots at driving school? Try Bukit Batok centre at weekend but be prepared to pay more
The new lesson slots on Saturday and Sunday evenings are often snapped up fast.
- Bukit Batok Driving Centre opens weekend lesson slots for learner drivers.
- Weekend lessons cost $135.16, 57% more than peak-hour lessons.
- Demand remains high, with 100 learners on waitlist for limited slots.
‘I’m not doing it because I’m not even sure if I have a job 3 months down the line’: Why some young Singaporeans are opting out of homeownership
SINGAPORE: Homeownership has long been part of the Singaporean dream. In fact, in ERA Singapore’s My Dream Home Survey last year, three in four Singaporeans said they still prefer owning a home ov...
Unmasked: Bosses behind Chen Zhi’s global scam syndicate hired S’poreans as personal assistants
Singaporeans hired as personal assistants unknowingly stumbled into a murky world of scam compounds and money laundering.
M'sia man, 32, owed loan sharks over S$62,700, takes own life, they immediately start harassing family
The incident occurred on Aug. 7.
Canada flight cancelled after toddler refuses to put on seatbelt & parent unable to get him buckled
By the time the passengers involved were taken off, the airport's takeoff curfew had passed.
Invest Johor CEO: JS-SEZ is more than a Singapore proximity play — it’s a catalyst for Malaysia’s national growth agenda
Invest Johor's CEO has outlined how the JS-SEZ can serve as a national growth catalyst at an RHB forum, positioning Johor alongside Penang and Sarawak as one of Malaysia's three distinct regional e...
More than $10,000 losses: Two floors of Orchard Mall flooded, shops unable to operate and sue
Suspected water pipe blockage caused a large amount of water to accumulate on two floors of the Orchard Road shopping mall. Cleaning took more than four hours, and several shops were unable to oper...
Firm loses wrongful dismissal case despite following termination clause
It has been ordered to pay a former manager over S$11,400, with permission to appeal on a question of law
She spent decades alone with a rare genetic condition – now she's building a community for others like her
It took decades for Yessika Sutawijaya to meet another person with neurofibromatosis. The experience inspired the 45-year-old to co-found a support group so others with the rare condition can find the…
Singapore-registered firm used fake employees and recruitment methods mirroring foreign intelligence playbook
The company, called Infoassa, had advertised at least six events at its premises over the last four months. Checks by CNA found that the most recent event on Aug 7 never took place.
The National Day Parade, Through the Eyes of an Indigenous Orang Laut Descendant
"I never imagined that Singapore's Indigenous island heritage would one day be part of the National Day Parade. It feels like an important step in shaping a more complete Singapore story." The post The National Day Parade, Through the Eyes of an Indigenous Orang Laut Descendant appeared first on RICE .