Minister Chan Chun Sing Reaffirms NMP Safeguards Amid Calls for Review Minister Chan Chun Sing reiterated on 8 April that the safeguards in place for the Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) scheme are sufficient to maintain its non-partisan nature. This statement came in response to queries from Workers’ Party (WP) Member of Parliament Jamus Lim…
President Lai Emphasizes Importance of Freedom of Speech on Commemorative Day Honoring Democracy Advocate Deng Nan-jung President William Lai recently marked Freedom of Speech Day by paying tribute to democracy advocate Deng Nan-jung. This commemoration highlighted the significance of upholding the fundamental right to freedom of speech in a democratic society. Guarding Against Misuse of…
The National Solidarity Party’s Decision to Contest Sembawang GRC in GE2025 Sparks Backlash The National Solidarity Party (NSP) has recently announced its intention to contest in Sembawang Group Representation Constituency (GRC) for the upcoming General Election in 2025. This decision has triggered a wave of online backlash from various netizens, with many expressing concerns over…
Progress Singapore Party Unveils 2025 Manifesto with 60 Policy Proposals The Progress Singapore Party (PSP) launched its 2025 manifesto on April 6 at its headquarters in Bukit Timah. The manifesto outlines a series of proposed reforms across various sectors, including the economy, housing, labor, and education. Key Proposals in the Manifesto The manifesto includes around…
Pritam Singh Supports PM Wong’s Warning on Global Trade Shocks Workers’ Party chief Pritam Singh has expressed his support for Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s caution regarding potential global trade shocks. Singh emphasized the importance of national unity, noting that it should encompass political diversity and more comprehensive parliamentary representation. Importance of Political Diversity in Achieving…
Track Fault Causes Delays on East-West Line A track fault on the East-West Line on April 4 resulted in significant delays of up to 20 minutes for commuters traveling between Queenstown and Boon Lay stations. The incident prompted SMRT to issue shuttle services and alternative travel advisories to assist affected passengers. Impact on Commuters The…
Controversy Surrounding CNA Article Rewrite Background An article initially focusing on Vivian Balakrishnan’s denial of endorsing a Facebook post underwent a silent rewrite to highlight K Shanmugam’s response. This alteration was made without disclosure and was brought to light by Jom Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Thomas Vadaketh. The incident has raised concerns about editorial transparency. Details of…
Singapore Authorities Detain Minors Under Internal Security Act for Self-Radicalisation Singapore has recently taken action against two minors who were found to be involved in activities related to self-radicalisation. A 17-year-old boy has been detained, while a 15-year-old girl has been subjected to restrictions under the Internal Security Act. Details of the Case According to…
Eliza Teoh’s Revelations on Media Bias Resonate Today Eliza Teoh’s recent post on social media, discussing her experience of being discouraged from reporting positively on opposition candidates in the 1990s, has sparked a conversation about media bias in Singapore. Despite the post being decades old, Teoh’s observations still strike a chord with many individuals, highlighting…
Analysis of the 2023 High Court Ruling on Yang Kee Logistics The 2023 High Court ruling on Yang Kee Logistics centered on the decision of whether judicial management should proceed in the case. The ruling did not delve into the comparison of offers or the determination of which offer, between GDPS and others, was better….