Singapore’s Independence from the British Empire On 16 September 1963, Singapore joined the Federation of Malaysia, a move that marked a significant milestone in the nation’s journey towards independence from the British Empire. This decision was a crucial step in Singapore’s decolonisation process, although it is not widely acknowledged in the country today. Historical Context…
Punggol LRT Services Disrupted Due to Signalling System Fault Overview On Saturday, services on the Punggol Light Rail Transit (LRT) system were disrupted for three hours due to a fault in the new signalling system. This incident marked the third disruption in just over a month, sparking concerns among commuters and netizens. Background The disruption…
Arrest Made in Fatal Shooting of Activist Charlie Kirk Utah authorities have apprehended Tyler Robinson in connection with the tragic shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University. The incident has sparked widespread attention and concern within the community. FBI Evaluating Forensic Evidence Forensic evidence, including a rifle believed to be the…
Investigation Reveals Alleged Financial Activities Involving South African Fixer and Thai Energy Sector An investigation conducted by Whale Hunting and Brazen has brought to light alleged financial activities involving convicted South African fixer Benjamin Mauerberger, who is said to have ties to former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. The investigation suggests that Mauerberger funneled funds…
Singapore Reports Increase in Tax Revenue for FY2024 Singapore’s tax revenue for the fiscal year 2024 reached S$88.9 billion, marking a 10.7% growth compared to the previous year. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) attributed this increase to several factors including strong corporate earnings, higher consumer spending, and a Goods and Services Tax (GST)…
Bedok HDB Estate Resident Surprised by Repainted Void Deck Pillars A resident living in a Bedok HDB estate was taken aback when they noticed that the pillars in the void deck had been repainted with misaligned colored squares. The unconventional paint job left the resident feeling puzzled and unsure of the reason behind the unusual…
Ministry of Home Affairs Reaffirms Constitutionality of Drug Law Presumptions The Ministry of Home Affairs has restated the government’s unwavering position on the constitutionality of the Misuse of Drugs Act presumptions. This statement comes in the wake of a recent Court of Appeal decision that rejected a legal challenge brought by four individuals on death…
Singapore Completes First Below-Sea-Level Land Reclamation at Pulau Tekong Singapore has successfully completed its first below-sea-level land reclamation project at Pulau Tekong using the empoldering method. The reclaimed area spans 800 hectares and is intended to support military training activities, thereby alleviating land use pressures on the mainland. Empoldering Method Utilized in Land Reclamation The…
Court of Appeal Upholds Decision Against Stay Application for Death Row Inmate The Court of Appeal recently made a decision regarding a stay application filed by Pannir Selvam, a death row inmate. The court ruled against his application, stating that the Ministry of Home Affairs’ policy on execution scheduling was lawful. This decision was made…
Singapore’s President Highlights National Resilience and Responsibility Singapore’s 15th Parliament commenced with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam emphasizing the nation’s successful retention of trust amidst global challenges. He attributed this achievement to Singapore’s commitment to stewardship and responsibility, fostering a culture that values unity, social mobility, and resilience in the face of economic shifts and geopolitical tensions….