Lucien Wong Reappointed as Attorney-General for Fourth Term Lucien Wong has been reappointed as attorney-general for a fourth term, serving from 2026 to 2029. At 72 years old, he becomes the oldest appointee to the role in Singapore’s history. The decision to retain Wong has been met with a mix of reactions. Government’s Justification The…
Prime Minister Emphasizes Importance of Malay Language and Civic Education in International Schools Background In a recent statement, the Prime Minister of Malaysia underscored the necessity for international schools in the country to prioritize the proper teaching of the Malay language and civic education to all Malaysian students. The Prime Minister’s directive aims to uphold…
NTUC Secretary-General Responds to Court Criticism of Income Insurance NTUC Secretary-General Ng Chee Meng has recently commented on a court ruling that raised concerns about the conduct of Income Insurance in a 2019 accident case. The court criticized the insurer for allegedly engaging in “stonewalling” and making “unfounded objections” during the legal proceedings. Public Reaction…
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to Present Budget 2026 in Parliament Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim is set to present Budget 2026 in parliament tomorrow, according to an analyst familiar with the matter. The budget presentation is a significant event in the Malaysian political calendar, as it outlines the government’s financial plans for the upcoming year. Anticipation…
Concerns Raised by Unconventional Nurse Community in Singapore The Unconventional Nurse community in Singapore has recently expressed concerns regarding changes in the nursing job placements within the country. Members of the community, particularly fresh graduates and early-career nurses, have reported difficulties in securing positions in hospitals. The group has highlighted the need for policymakers to…
Price of RON95 Remains Unchanged with and without Subsidy under BUDI95 The retail price of RON95 petrol, with and without government subsidy, remains unchanged under the Bantuan Prihatin Harga Petrol (BUDI) program. This announcement was made by the Ministry of Finance, indicating that the prices would stay consistent to alleviate the financial burden on consumers….
Singapore Teachers’ Workload and Hours Compared to Global Peers In a recent report by the OECD Teaching and Learning International Survey, it was revealed that Singaporean teachers work longer hours than teachers in other countries, despite spending fewer hours in the classroom. This finding has sparked discussions online about the workload and compensation of teachers…
Mateu Alemany Hired to Assist in Atletico’s Improvement Atletico Madrid has made a strategic decision to bring in Mateu Alemany to work alongside general director of football Carlos Bucero in an effort to enhance the team’s performance following a lackluster start to the season. Background The appointment of Mateu Alemany comes as Atletico Madrid seeks…
Singapore Appoints International Panel to Improve Rail Reliability Singapore has taken a proactive step in addressing recent disruptions in its MRT and LRT networks by appointing a five-member international panel of rail experts. This panel will serve as advisors to a new task force focused on enhancing the reliability, safety, and efficiency of the nation’s…
Minister of Agriculture and Food Security Updates on Mohamad Sabu’s Condition The office of the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security has issued a statement informing the public that the condition of Mohamad Sabu is currently stable. Mohamad Sabu, a prominent figure in Malaysian politics, had previously been reported to have experienced health issues. However,…