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….
Caretakers Voice Concerns Over NParks’ Handling of Bidadari Stray Dogs Caretakers of the Bidadari stray dogs have recently raised concerns about the handling of safety measures by the National Parks Board (NParks). The caretakers have accused NParks of not addressing their requests regarding the replacement of canvas barriers, which are crucial for the well-being of…
Singapore Police Issue Enforcement Order to Meta Under Online Criminal Harms Act Singapore police have recently issued the first enforcement order under the Online Criminal Harms Act to Meta, the parent company of Facebook. The order requires Meta to take action against government impersonation scams on the social media platform. Failure to comply with the…
Indonesian Embassy Staff Member Fatally Shot While Cycling Home in Lima, Peru A tragic incident occurred in Lima, Peru, where a 40-year-old Indonesian embassy staff member was fatally shot while cycling home. The victim’s identity has not been disclosed publicly. The shooting has sparked outrage and concern both locally and internationally. Official Condemnation and Pledge…
Singapore’s Minister Warns Against Immediate Recognition of Palestine Singapore’s Coordinating Minister for National Security, K Shanmugam, has cautioned against the immediate recognition of Palestine. He highlighted potential negative consequences that could harm the Palestinian cause, such as a lack of governance, physical space, and worsening conditions on the ground. Concerns Raised by Minister Shanmugam In…