Kirsten Han Raises Concerns Over Prime Minister's Role at Major Regional Security SummitSINGAPORE: Prominent Singapore activist and writer Kirsten Han has called attention to Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's minimal involvement at the recent Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia’s premier defence summit, which took place in Singapore from May 31 to June 2.The Shangri-La Dialogue is widely regarded …
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Jack Wong
Taiwan's Semiconductor Giant Affirms Its Commitment to the Island Despite Regional UncertaintyTAIPEI: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC), the world’s largest contract chipmaker, confirmed on Tuesday (Jun 4) that while it has held discussions with some customers about relocating its chip plants amid rising tensions with China, such a move is simply unfeasible.The tensions have escalated …
MOH affirms vaccine effectiveness in preventing COVID-related deaths, urges public to rely on scientific evidence.SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Health (MOH) on Monday (Jun 3) strongly rejected the "egregious and false claims" made by the People’s Power Party, which called for a suspension of COVID-19 vaccinations. The opposition party had cited "studies and analyses by prominent …
Captain Hazel Wong's Flight to Fulfillment with the Singapore Armed ForcesHidden in the heart of Sembawang, the air base hums with the energy of military personnel. Among them strides Captain Hazel Anne Wong of the 126 Squadron, moving through the corridors with a quiet confidence. At 29, Hazel is not just a pilot but a …
Calls for policy change grow as migrant worker Md Sharif Uddin is deported despite support from Prime Minister Wong.SINGAPORE: Activists and members of the public have expressed “sickening disappointment” after an eleventh-hour appeal to extend the stay of migrant worker Md Sharif Uddin was rejected by authorities. Despite a personal appeal to Prime Minister Lawrence …
From nostalgic neighborhood sessions to national tournaments, Beyblade unites players of all ages in a shared love for spinning tops.SINGAPORE: In the heart of the community, void deck Beyblade tournaments offer more than just competition—they foster connections across generations.Samuel Lim, 33, has made Beyblading part of his regular routine, competing in void deck tournaments on …
Market momentum points to a steady climb, despite potential fluctuations in the coming months.SINGAPORE: The Straits Times Index (STI) has closed May on a high note, hitting its highest level for the year at 3,333, marking a 17-point increase from the previous week. With key moving averages (50-, 100-, and 200-day) continuing to show positive …
23 neighbourhoods to benefit from extensive upgrades under Neighbourhood Renewal Programme.SINGAPORE: In a bid to enhance public housing precincts, 23 upgrading projects across Singapore have been announced under the Neighbourhood Renewal Programme (NRP), with over S$95 million allocated for the improvements.These projects will involve several HDB blocks in areas like Hougang, Ang Mo Kio, Nee …
Taiwan warns that China's continued pressure on the island is a global concern.TAIPEI: Taiwan has accused China of methodically "nibbling away" at its sovereignty through ongoing military drills and other coercive actions designed to create a new, altered normality in the region, Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung stated on Thursday (May 30).China, which claims Taiwan …
Once a craze of the 2000s, Beyblade is making a strong comeback in Singapore—this time, with dedicated adult players leading the way.For many millennials, the sound of spinning tops clashing in plastic arenas was an iconic part of childhood. But for some, Beyblade never truly faded away. Today, a growing community of adult players in …
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