Massive Blaze in Tampines Warehouse: Firefighters Battle Fire at TC Homeplus
A fire broke out on Friday (9 May 2024) at a two-storey industrial building in Tampines, causing dark smoke to rise into the sky. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)…
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Pope Leo XIV: First American Pontiff Enthralls Singaporeans
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore is buzzing with excitement following the election of Pope Leo XIV, who has made history as the first American pontiff to lead over 1.4…
Singapore Navy Expands Fleet with New Invincible-Class Submarines
The Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) is set to bolster its maritime capabilities with the addition of two new Invincible-class submarines, slated for delivery in 2034. This move, confirmed by…
PM Lawrence Wong Thanks DPM Heng Swee Keat and SM Teo Chee Hean for Decades of Service
In a heartfelt tribute, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong expressed his deep appreciation for Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat and Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean, who have retired from politics…
Ng Chee Meng Apologises for Past Remarks Amidst Election Success
In a significant post-election development, Ng Chee Meng, the newly elected Member of Parliament for Jalan Kayu and secretary-general of the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC), has publicly apologised for…
Singapore Preschool Teacher Sentenced for Child Abuse: Shocking Case Revealed
SINGAPORE — In a distressing case that has shaken the community, a preschool teacher was sentenced to 19 months in jail for abusing two toddlers under her supervision. The 30-year-old…
Pritam Singh Retains Leader of the Opposition Role Amid WP’s General Election Insights
SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong confirmed on 5 May 2024 that Pritam Singh, chief of the Workers’ Party (WP), will continue to serve as Leader of the Opposition. This announcement…
PAP Secures Strong Mandate in 2024 Elections Under Lawrence Wong
Singapore’s political landscape was reshaped on 3 May 2024, as the People’s Action Party (PAP) claimed a resounding victory in the latest General Elections, emerging with 87 out of 97…
Heavy Traffic Delays at Johor Bahru Checkpoints Amid Polling Day Rush
Singaporeans braving the roads to Johor Bahru (JB) on Polling Day, 3 May 2024, are in for a long wait. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has reported delays of…
Police Investigate 13 Youth for Vandalism of Election Wheelchairs
SINGAPORE: In an unfortunate turn of events at polling stations, 13 youths, aged between 13 and 20 years, are under police investigation for damaging wheelchairs belonging to the Elections Department…
Goh Chok Tong and PSP Clash Over Election Arguments Regarding Ministers
In the lead-up to the 2025 General Election, tensions are rising between the ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) and the opposition Progress Singapore Party (PSP) over claims regarding the impact…
Political Opposition Voices Rise Ahead of General Election 2025
The political landscape in Singapore is heating up as multiple opposition parties prepare to contest in the upcoming General Election on 3 May 2025. With increasing concerns about the cost…
Spike in Inauthentic Facebook Activity Targeting Singapore’s Political Landscape
SINGAPORE: Recent analyses reveal a worrying trend of inauthentic Facebook accounts meddling in Singapore’s political discourse. More than 1,600 suspect accounts have been detected posting over 8,000 comments on various…
Candidates from SDA and PAP Gear Up for May Election in Pasir Ris-Changi GRC
SINGAPORE: As the May 3 polls approach, candidates from the Singapore Democratic Alliance (SDA) and the People’s Action Party (PAP) are ramping up their efforts to engage voters in the…
Pritam Singh and Gan Kim Yong Clash in Punggol GRC Election Debate
The lead-up to the upcoming General Election in Punggol GRC has sparked intense debate between the Workers’ Party (WP) and the People’s Action Party (PAP). At the WP rally on…
Candidates Amplify Campaign Efforts Ahead of Singapore’s Polls on 3 May
SINGAPORE: As the countdown to the polls intensifies, candidates are amplifying their campaign efforts just two days ahead of the election on 3 May 2024. With the stakes high, the…
Political Dynamics Heat Up as Ariffin Sha and Murali Pillai Rally Support in Singapore
SINGAPORE: Political tensions are rising in Singapore as various candidates gear up for the upcoming elections. Two key figures, Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) candidate Ariffin Sha and Minister of State…
Liyana Dhamirah Reports Online Harassment Targeting Minority Candidates
SINGAPORE: Red Dot United (RDU) candidate Liyana Dhamirah has taken a bold step by filing a police report against online harassment laced with racist and sexist undertones. The 38-year-old, who…
Liyana Dhamirah Addresses Gender and Ethnic Stereotypes in Politics
As candidates gear up for the upcoming elections, some face scrutiny and casual mockery that highlights the challenges they encounter. Liyana Dhamirah, a Red Dot United (RDU) candidate, recently spoke…
Polls Heat Up: PAP and PPP Share Visions Ahead of Elections
SINGAPORE: As the General Election draws near, political parties are ramping up their messages to voters. The ruling People’s Action Party (PAP) and the opposition People’s Power Party (PPP) recently…
Darryl Lo’s Ambitious Campaign for Radin Mas: A Solo Journey Against Established Rivals
In a bold move, independent candidate Darryl Lo is making waves in the Radin Mas Single Member Constituency (SMC) as he gears up for the general elections on 3 May…
Election Controversy: Chee Soon Juan’s Move Criticised by PAP Leaders
Election Controversy: Chee Soon Juan‘s Move Criticised by PAP Leaders The atmosphere is heating up ahead of the General Election in Singapore, with prominent figures from the ruling People’s Action…
Economic Resilience and Cost of Living Proposals Heat Up for GE2025
SINGAPORE: As the General Election approaches in 2025, looming economic uncertainties and the escalating cost of living are taking centre stage. With heightened concerns over job security, political parties are…
Local Media Triumphs at Digital Media Awards Asia 2025
The Digital Media Awards Asia 2025 has seen fierce competition, with local media outlets AsiaOne and CNA bagging several prestigious accolades. Held on 23 April 2024 in Kuala Lumpur, the…
Political Parties Gear Up for Singapore’s 2025 General Election
SINGAPORE: With the 2025 General Election just around the corner, the excitement is palpable after a thrilling Nomination Day filled with unexpected developments. Candidates across various political parties have officially…
Workers’ Party Revamps Teams for 2024 Elections: Pritam Singh Leads Aljunied, Faisal Manap Moves to Tampines
As Singapore gears up for its upcoming elections, the Workers’ Party (WP) has unveiled its refreshed team line-up, showcasing a blend of experience and new talents. Pritam Singh, the party’s…
Nomination Day Approaches: Key Developments Ahead of Singapore’s General Election
Nomination Day Approaches: Key Developments Ahead of Singapore’s General Election As Singapore gears up for the General Election on 3 May 2024, excitement is building with Nomination Day set for…
Opposition Parties Prepare for Multi-Cornered Fights in Upcoming Singapore General Election
SINGAPORE: The stage is set for an intense battle in the upcoming General Election on 3 May 2024, as two opposition parties—People’s Power Party (PPP) and National Solidarity Party (NSP)—outline…
Puan Noor Aishah, First Lady of Singapore, Passes Away at 91
Puan Noor Aishah, the beloved wife of Singapore’s first president Yusof Ishak, has sadly passed away at the age of 91. Known for her grace and dedication, she played a…
Farewell to Politics: Mohamad Maliki Osman Announces Retirement from Public Office
SINGAPORE: This week marked a significant shift in Singapore’s political landscape as Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Mohamad Maliki Osman, announced his retirement, alongside Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen.…