Singapore’s TikTok sensation sparks debates about community inclusion, online criticism, and the fine line between fun and exploitation.In the ever-changing world of TikTok, few figures have sparked as much intrigue—and controversy—as Uncle Raymond. The man, characterized by his wiry frame, bald head, and signature red polo shirt, has become a household name for his viral …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Singapore's first bank-led legal action seeks to recover substantial mortgage and credit card debts tied to a major financial scandal.SINGAPORE: Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) has initiated a groundbreaking lawsuit against Su Baolin, a suspect in Singapore’s high-profile money laundering case, seeking to recover $19.7 million. This marks the first instance of a financial institution in …
As Southeast Asia drafts its AI governance, workers share concerns over jobs, creativity, and privacy in an evolving digital landscape.SINGAPORE – For freelance animator Denise Yap, artificial intelligence (AI) presents both inspiration and anxiety. Tools like Midjourney and Stable Diffusion have revolutionized digital art, enabling the rapid creation of innovative visuals. Yet, Ms. Yap laments …
How a community’s attachment to a bus route overcame practical policies, if only temporarily.SINGAPORE – Bus Service 167’s reprieve from termination is a small yet symbolic win for public transport users, proving that even a humble bus route can stir the hearts of Singaporeans. Two weeks after the Land Transport Authority (LTA) announced its discontinuation …
Tight labour market and inflation contribute to declining wages, with hopes for recovery in 2024.SINGAPORE – Real median income for Singaporean and Permanent Resident (PR) workers declined by 2.3% year-on-year in 2023, according to preliminary labour force data released by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on Thursday (Nov 30). Workers at the 20th-percentile wage level …
Budget hike targets military modernization amid rising geopolitical tensions.JAKARTA – Indonesia's defence spending is set to rise by 20% in 2024, a move approved by outgoing President Joko Widodo to address the nation’s military hardware needs amidst escalating geopolitical tensions. Finance Minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati announced the increase on Wednesday (Nov 29) during a press …
A candid look at the challenges faced by minority students in Singapore's elite institutions.SINGAPORE – Every morning, as students pledge "regardless of race, language, or religion" in elite junior colleges, some are left questioning its sincerity. For minority students in such prestigious institutions, the promise of racial equality often feels hollow amidst daily encounters with …
High Court orders restrain further defamatory claims, while damages and costs are yet to be assessed.SINGAPORE – Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan have secured court injunctions against Mr Lee Hsien Yang over defamatory statements made in a Facebook post concerning their rental of black-and-white bungalows on Ridout Road.The High Court’s decision, dated Nov 2 …
The daring operation utilized "rat miners" and round-the-clock efforts to free laborers from a collapsed tunnel.SILKYARA, India – In a dramatic breakthrough, Indian rescuers reached 41 construction workers trapped for 17 days in a collapsed tunnel in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand on Tuesday (Nov 28).The workers, stuck since Nov 12, were confined in a …
The new framework ensures international appointments align with national interests while safeguarding official duties.SINGAPORE: Parliament has passed a constitutional amendment enabling the President and government ministers to hold roles in foreign and international organizations in their private capacities, provided these align with Singapore's national interests.The Constitution of the Republic of Singapore (Amendment No. 3) Bill …
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