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Kimberly Lim
Kimberly Lim is a reporter for the Asia Desk, covering social issues, politics and economy in Singapore and the region. She graduated from Nanyang Technological University, where she majored in Public Policy and Global Affairs, with a second major in English Literature. She previously wrote for TODAY and The New Paper.
Lawrence Wong rebuts the opposition leader’s criticisms of the GST, saying there is a need to make ‘responsible choices’ in his budget wrap.
The budget, to be unveiled on Tuesday, is expected to focus on cost-of-living and job security issues, and also a chance to ‘win over undecided voters’, analysts say.
More young women are opting out of traditional dating and marriage, prioritising career and personal freedom over societal expectations.
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Two bakeries, one iconic dessert. As a sprightly challenger reinvents the pandan cake, can it topple the years-long reign of Bengawan Solo?
While DeepSeek is an attractive alternative, analysts say it has ‘a long way to go’ to widespread adoption as many of its services are not as developed.
The grandson of Singapore’s founding PM Lee Kuan Yew appears in the video along with three others from Russia, Nicaragua and Hungary.
Most respondents say Trump’s return to the White House is positive for Singapore, particularly among older Singaporeans.
The next election – the first since Prime Minister Lawrence Wong took office – is likely to centre on bread-and-butter issues, analysts say.
Pete Hegseth, nominated for US Secretary of Defence, could not name a single member of the regional bloc during his confirmation hearing.
Volunteers from the ruling PAP and the opposition PSP have alleged harassment by the other party, prompting ministers and ex-MPs to weigh in.
Trump’s policies and tariffs in his second term could have ‘more punitive’ consequences for global economy, analysts at Singapore forum say.
The bill seeks to introduce provisions including shielding against foreign influence in designated race-based organisations.
The Singapore coastguard had observed the Indonesian fishing vessels repeatedly entering and exiting the city state’s waters, the police say.
Singapore’s rise as a concert hub, highlighted by Taylor Swift’s shows, has sparked envy from neighbours. But, experts argue, it could encourage tourism growth.
The city state cemented its position as a global entertainment hub even as it grappled with political changes and legal sagas.
The deleted job offers on LinkedIn list two roles at a supposed Ngee Ann Polytechnic branch of the Communist Party of China’s youth wing.
Company says it remains ‘confident of our legal position’ after two of three executives claimed their termination was unfair and ‘without merits’.
From climate change to political storms and a Taylor Swift world tour, Asia in 2024 was characterised by turbulence and surprises.
The law ministry says the false statements in the Bloomberg article ‘attack the transparency of property transactions in Singapore’.
The incident has exposed the lack of communication between government agencies and caused confusion in the public, analysts say.
The prime minister highlighted the city state’s approach to the conflict, balancing humanitarian aid with long-term support for Palestinians.
Criminals can pair NRIC numbers with other details, such as full names and birth dates, to scam victims, cybersecurity experts say.
Ministers K Shanmugam and Tan See Leng have sought legal advice, with both saying they take ‘a serious view of the allegations’.
The initiative, which includes more than 25 airlines, uses anonymised data to help pilots avoid turbulence and navigate smoother flight paths.
As Thailand’s youth advocate for similar bans on under-16s, Malaysia and Singapore ramp up their own efforts to combat online dangers.
The job cuts by Carousell reflect a wider trend in the tech sector due to overexpansion and economic headwinds, an analyst says.
Ng Yu Zhi stands trial for allegedly orchestrating Singapore’s largest Ponzi scheme that defrauded nearly 1,000 investors.
Foreign Minister Penny Wong’s comment comes as an Australian government delegation visits Singapore to discuss deepening their ties.
More than 100 Singapore public servants, including five ministers, were targeted, prompting calls for better cyber threat education.
