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The National
22-05-2025
- Business
- The National
I agree with Tom Hunter that indy Scotland should emulate Singapore
That mega-successful city-state, founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles, had free trade at its core, at a time when economists like Adam Smith had refuted the mercantilist nonsense of tariffs, and the idea of free trade as our natural right had not been crushed, post-World War One, by the dogma that only the state could grant rights. READ MORE: Everything you need to know about Saturday's far-right counter-protests in Scotland Of the larger pro-indy parties, Alba seems to be on the right track, rejecting the EU's incorrigible protectionism and focusing on the European Free Trade Association. As the Trump tariff fiasco has highlighted, protectionism hurts consumers most. Only exporters benefit from it, with their powerful lobbies constantly urging governments to grant them privileges. The greatest ever send-up of this was Frederic Bastiat's spoof petition by candle-makers to France's Chamber of Deputies, urging them to stymie that intolerable competitor: the sun! George Morton Rosyth
Straits Times
11-05-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
Designing urban spaces for connectivity, community and climate change
Geneo's newly opened event plaza, The Canopy, is an example of a "privately owned public space". ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH SINGAPORE – More than a century before urban design formally became an academic discipline, one architectural feature that would undoubtedly be considered an urban design element today was mandated for new houses in Singapore. The five-foot way – a feature ubiquitous of shophouses – was made compulsory by Sir Stamford Raffles in his 1822 town plan for Singapore, which stipulated that houses to be constructed needed to have 'a verandah open at all times as a continued and covered passage on each side of the street'. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Zawya
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
A New Immersive and Interactive Images of Singapore Experience at Madame Tussauds Singapore
Experience the past, celebrate the present and inspire the future like never before. SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 March 2025 - Madame Tussauds Singapore is excited to unveil the NEW Images of Singapore exhibit! Join us on a highly interactive and immersive journey through the rich tapestry of Singapore's history and culture. Interact and talk to our AI digital humans and see history come to life through the eyes of four historical icons - Sir Stamford Raffles, Ah Mei the Samsui woman, Pillai the Chettiar money lender, and Ahmad the Malay regiment soldier. - Discover History with Technology: Experience history like never before with our larger-than-life AI digital humans. Guests can ask them questions directly and listen to their stories of how they contributed to Singapore's nation building. - Immersive moments in history: Travel through time and immerse yourselves in our captivating displays. Explore the vibrant story of Singapore, tracing its journey from a humble fishing village to a 21st-century powerhouse. - Play & Learn: Learning about history has never been more fun! Our multi-touch interactive screens offer a wealth of information, allowing you to learn more about Singapore's iconic locations and their unique stories. Test your knowledge with engaging games and climb the leaderboard for bragging rights - See the Past and Present: Witness Singapore's transformation with our Time Portal screens, a powerful way to see how far Singapore has come in 60 years! - Capture Unforgettable Moments with your Friends: There are endless photo opportunities throughout the zone: from the striking wall mural of the Samsui Woman to immersive sets like the Streets of Chinatown, Coolie quarters and more! Try on the traditional cultural costumes and take your best selfie! Visitors can complete this unique Singapore experience throughout Madame Tussauds Singapore; hop aboard the 'Spirit of Singapore', the first ever Madame Tussauds boat ride, and see a different view of modern-day Singapore. Meet Singaporeans leaders such as Lee Kuan Yew and Lee Hsien Loong who have made an impact on the world stage. Encounter many inspiring sports heroes such as Paralympian Yip Pin Xiu, and celebrate their triumphs! Head to for tickets and more information. Hashtag: #madametussaudssg #madametussauds #singapore #sentosa The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Madame Tussauds Singapore Madame Tussauds Singapore, opened in 2014 at Sentosa, features a variety of interactive experiences under one roof; including Images of Singapore, the one and only "Spirit of Singapore" boat ride, the Marvel Universe 4D Cinema, Thrillcoaster Singapore and VR racing experience! Featuring 12 incredible zones from glamourous Hollywood actors to your favorite K-pop stars, artists, musicians and sports heroes, the incredible Madame Tussauds Singapore is where guests will get an immersive and interactive experience at every corner! Madame Tussauds Singapore welcomes guests from 10am to 7pm daily (final admission at 6pm). Madame Tussauds Singapore
