Not all banks cutting rates on flagship savings accounts

While demand for loans is slowing, some still see benefits in building up their deposit bases

Rents for larger luxury homes up in Ql amid wider market slump

Spike comes as greater demand from high-net-worth foreigners meets limited supply, say agents

Apple unveils $149b share buyback as results beat forecast

SAN FRANCISCO - Apple's quarterly results and forecast beat modest expectations on May 2, as the iPhone maker unveiled a record share buyback programme, sending its stock up almost 7 per cent in extended trade.

Embrace Al, tech or be displaced: Minister

National AI strategy includes equipping people with skills that are needed

Microsoft announces $3b AI and cloud investment in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR Microsoft pledged a US$2.2 billion (S$3 billion) investment in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing in Malaysia on May 2 to help develop the country's AI infrastructure.

Only 40% of foreign visitors to Bali paid new tourist tax since Feb

Lack of compliance with the new levy due to insufficient checks, poor coordination

Gaza needs biggest post-war reconstruction effort since WWII, says UN

GAZA STRIP, Palestinian Territories The UN said on May 2 that the post-war reconstruction of Gaza would require an international effort unseen since the aftermath of World War II, estimating it could cost up to US$40 billion (S$54 billion).

Universities in France, Australia, Canada see Gaza protests

Campus protests spreading beyond US, but demonstrations take place peacefully

Biden lumps Japan, India with China, Russia as 'xenophobic'

WASHINGTON Japan and India are struggling economically because they are \"xenophobic\", US President Joe Biden told a campaign event, lumping the American allies in with rivals China and Russia as countries rejecting immigrants.

Hybrid cooling fans, underground bike parking among new features at TEL Stage 4 stations

New hybrid cooling fans have been installed at all MRT stations along Stage 4 of the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) to keep temperatures on the train platforms at a comfortable level for passengers while reducing energy usage.

Singapore and Canada to enhance science and technology cooperation

This will cover areas such as Al, digital and green technologies and biotechnology

Sport Singapore launches 'fairer, more transparent' booking platform

It says web-based MyActiveSG+ will deter resellers of public sports facility bookings

More high-rise housing planned for one-north area as URA prepares plots for development

More high-rise housing is set to be built in one-north, to support the growing demand for homes in the business park.

Retail sales up 2.7% in March due to higher F&B spending, Swift concerts

Retail sales in Singapore rose for the third month in a row, lifted by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour performances in March, but there is concern that the trend could weaken in the coming months.

Ong Ye Kung urges better outreach to engage seniors

Health Minister wants active ageing centres to work with other groups as S’pore ages

‘NEVER-ENDING’ SUCCESS FOR TAN

S’porean adds cup to league title, Dortmund keen to retain her services for next season

BOSTON PUT PAST BEHIND TO PROGRESS

Celtics take revenge on Heat with big win to book place in 2nd round of NBA play-offs

TAN THE MAN AT BARRIER TRIALS

Low-profile trainer makes presence felt with Single Warrior, Big Union at morning hit-outs

DBS starts the year strong as Ql profit hits new high of $2.95b

Its fee income gets boost from stronger market sentiment, higher card spending

Fed keeps rates at 23-year high amid stubborn price rises

US central bank cites lack of further progress’ towards its 2% inflation target

South Korea’s inflation slows more than expected in April

But weakening won poses challenge to policymakers’ efforts to cool price growth

Qualcomm gives upbeat sales forecast In sign of smartphone recovery

China remains crucial amid sales surge to its phone-makers in first half of fiscal year

Driver in crash that killed prof was checking GPS on phone

He says he was in a state of panic when he told police officer he had fallen asleep at the wheel

Agencies hold joint counter-terrorism exercise

A joint counter-terrorism exercise by various government agencies was held on April 30 and May 1 to test the Republic's preparedness in the event of a terror attack, the police said on May 2.

Five-year-old is youngest S'porean to reach Everest Base Camp

Pre-schooler makes trek to camp situated at altitude of 5,364m in Nepal with his father

Temasek Poly grad excels despite rare condition limiting her mobility

She wins award for academic achievements, perseverance

Manila summons China envoy over water cannon attack in South China Sea

Manila summoned a senior Chinese envoy on May 2 to protest a water cannon incident that damaged two Philippine vessels during a patrol in the South China Sea.

Death toll from road collapse in southern China rises to 48

The death toll from a highway collapse in southern China's Guangdong province has risen to 48, state media said on May 2, as rescue work continued.

US sanctions 20 Chinese companies for supporting Russian military

It also accuses Kremlin of violating global ban on chemical weapons in Ukraine war

Young, engaged and valued: Singapore youth take top spot in global index

Republic ranked best on overall youth development compared with 182 nations