Singapore

Pay-as-you-drive scheme suggested to curb congestion

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(IT) A pay-as-you-drive distance-based system and heftier parking fees were some measures transport academics mooted yesterday as alternative methods to restrain car usage and curb traffic congestion.
16.04.13 → Governance, government and cooperation, Mobility and logistic

Can’t afford to pay the bills? You’re hired

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(IT) A scheme to help the needy by putting some cash in their hands — and, in the process, help them pay service and conservancy charges (S&CC) arrears — was launched yesterday in the Ang Mo Kio Group Representation Constituency.
15.04.13 → Inclusion, social cohesion, poverty, Health and food

SingTel launches mobile cashless transaction service

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(IT) SingTel has launched a new mobile phone cashless service that will allow people to pay for things using digital currency.
13.04.13 → Technology and innovation

Environmentally-friendly bamboo bikes, anyone?

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(IT) When it comes to eco-friendly modes of transportation, biking ranks at the top, as all that peddle-power means near-zero carbon emissions. But one local company is taking it a step further by making those already environmentally-friendly bikes even greener, all thanks to being inspired by laundry.
12.04.13 → Mobility and logistic

Take a walk in the clouds in city of vertical green

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(IT) You can now take a walk in the clouds in this city of gardens or city in a garden as Singapore would like itself to be known.
09.07.12 → Environment, water and energy, Urban changes
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