For the first half of 2020, Bangladesh's trade under LCs was over US$34 billion ... It links together banks and corporates on a decentralised trade finance network. ( read original story ...)
Partygoers fill Hong Kong bars on Halloween
Revellers roamed the streets of the Lan Kwai Fong area wearing costumes, while bars dressed their storefronts with Halloween decorations. Police patrolled the area carrying banners asking people to ... ( read original story ...)
Bahrain International Airport gets major ACI recognition
Bahrain International Airport (BIA ... programme provides airports with an assessment of how aligned their health measures are with ACI Aviation Business Restart and Recovery guidelines, International ... ( read original story ...)
BNET goes live with next generation BSS/OSS in Bahrain with BearingPoint//Beyond
BNET worked with BearingPoint//Beyond to roll out both OSS and BSS systems in a matter of months using SaaS and agile delivery for a rapid deployment. These new BSS and OSS platforms give BNET the ... ( read original story ...)
Jewish pirates, hash stuffed in camels, and ‘Reefer Madness’ in Israel
The smugglers sail back to Lebanon or Syria to try their luck a different day, while the two Jewish would-be pirates head for shore to spend the booty on “wild campfire drinking.” This story of ad-hoc ... ( read original story ...)
Retail business closures hit 10-month high in September
Home-grown department store Robinsons has become the latest high-profile casualty in a growing list of retailers that the Covid-19 pandemic has claimed.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Robinson’s closure: Retailers in Singapore struggle amid 10-month high in closures for sector, more expected to shutter
SINGAPORE - Home-grown department store Robinsons has become the latest high-profile casualty in a growing list of retailers that the Covid-19 pandemic has claimed. Business cessations in the retail ... ( read original story ...)
Up Your Alley: Hidden gems around Singapore’s Chinatown
This is the first of CNA's new series to uncover hidden gems around Singapore. Write in to tell us what makes your neighbourhood special. ( read original story ...)
In a post-COVID-19 world, an even greater challenge lies ahead of Singapore’s farms
A question now arises as to whether the ’30 by 30’ food supply vision will suffice for the country. The programme For Food’s Sake! finds out what ... ( read original story ...)
Robinsons Singapore to close after 162 years
Robinsons Singapore, one of the oldest stores in Singapore, will close after 162 years, according to The Business Times on Oct 30. The retailer will close down for good after suffering from at least ... ( read original story ...)