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Embattled Noble seeks US$2.5b new loan to pay off old debt

It’s trying to refinance two credit facilities.

Indulge in Seoul food at Orchard Hotel Singapore

Craving for Seoul-food? Orchard Café presents “Seoul-Delish!” – a showcase of more than 40 authentic Korean delicacies comprising traditional presentations and contemporary interpretations, exclusively for dinners from 16 March to 3 April 2016. Savour the best of Korean cuisine brought to you by two Guest Chefs Gu Yong Hoi and Kang Jung Sun, specially flown in from the renowned Millennium Seoul Hilton to take the helm at Orchard Café.             Gratify your Korean cravings with a plethora of highlights including the traditional Sam Gye Tang (Korean Ginseng Chicken Soup), Deung Galbi Kimchi Jjim (Spicy Pork Rib Stew with Kimchi), Doenjang Samgyeopsal Gui (Roast Pork Belly with Bean Paste Sauce), Sundubu Jjigae (Spicy Seafood Tofu Stew) and Japchae (Sautéed Glass Noodles with Vegetables), as well as quintessential Korean street food such as Dukboki (Spicy Rice Sticks with Chilli Sauce), Odeng (Fish Cakes in Anchovy Stock); and many more! Highly-recommended specialties including Modum Jeon (Assorted Korean Pancakes), Bibimbap (Korean Mixed Rice with Assorted Vegetables), LA Galbi (Barbecued Sliced Beef Short Ribs) and Dak Galbi (Stir-fried Diced Chicken, Assorted Vegetables, Rice Cakes in Chilli Pepper Paste and Ramen or Rice) will be prepared à la minute at the live stations. Complement the savoury selections with Omija Hwachae (Traditional Five-flavoured Tea) as well as Korean sweet treats such as Dduk (Rice Cakes) and Yakgwa (Honey Pastries). To top off the delightful epicurean experience, all diners are entitled to participate in our lucky draw to win a 3-day/2-night complimentary stay at the luxurious Millennium Seoul Hilton! “Seoul-Delish!” promotion specially brought to you by Orchard Hotel Singapore and Millennium Seoul Hilton is available for buffet dinner (menus served on rotation daily) from 16 March to 3 April 2016:

The IRS vs Singapore

Last September, I wrote "After Switzerland, is Singapore next?". The fact is that anyone with even a cursory interest in the world of banking has noticed what has been happening in Switzerland for the better part of the last decade. The mighty US government has managed to get Switzerland to do what no one else could ever do. The US managed to get Switzerland to circumvent their own rules on banking secrecy to turn over client details to the US authorities.

Are Singaporean men better investors than women?

Men are more confident and tech-savvy, says BlackRock.