The Government will inject an additional S$2 billion into the Changi Airport Development Fund.SINGAPORE: Construction on Changi Airport's Terminal 5 (T5) is set to begin in 2025, with the terminal expected to be operational by the mid-2030s, Transport Minister S Iswaran announced on Friday (Mar 3).Providing an update on the much-anticipated project, Mr. Iswaran stated …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Siblings of children with special needs navigate life as overlooked caretakers, often sacrificing their own needs for the greater good.As an upbeat pop song fills the café, Jane* greets me with a bright smile, dressed in a lively dress that fits the image of a university student nearing graduation. But she doesn’t quite fit the …
Debate over the MP’s past involvement with Business China intensifies amid ongoing conflict of interest questions.SINGAPORE: MacPherson MP Tin Pei Ling is facing increased scrutiny over her previous role at Business China, a non-profit organization, after her recent appointment at Grab sparked controversy due to potential conflict of interest concerns. These concerns first emerged weeks …
To improve efficiency, new rules will penalize those who decline BTO flats, while new measures prioritize first-time applicants with urgent housing needs.SINGAPORE: Starting in August, first-time applicants for Housing Board Build-to-Order (BTO) flats who fail to select a flat despite being successful in the balloting process will face stricter penalties, announced Minister for National Development …
Pritam Singh's proposal sparks debate, with netizens expressing growing support for a language proficiency requirement in citizenship applications.SINGAPORE: Workers’ Party chief and Leader of the Opposition, Pritam Singh, proposed an English proficiency test as part of the evaluation for Singapore citizenship and permanent residency applications, during Monday’s (Feb 27) debate in Parliament.Singh raised the issue …
As *SCAPE McDonald's closes its doors, the farewell event highlights the transition of both the outlet and the space it occupies in the hearts of Singapore’s youth.*SCAPE's McDonald's employees gather near the restaurant’s entrance, huddled around their team leader, who speaks in hushed tones. A minute later, cheers erupt from the group. You might think …
Over 20 proposals have been received under the Energy Market Authority's request, as Singapore aims to import up to 4GW of low-carbon electricity by 2035.SINGAPORE: Singapore is poised to grant its first conditional approval for proposals to import low-carbon electricity in the near future, announced Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng on …
The Emotional and Financial Journey of Hawkers After Shutting Down Their StallsTwelve years ago, when my parents first ventured into the F&B industry and opened their Penang restaurant along Thomson Road, the excitement in our family was palpable. We gathered around the old desktop computer, debating everything from the design of the signboard to the …
The Singapore Armed Forces will also incorporate virtual reality technology and a new digital range to bolster training as part of its 2040 vision.SINGAPORE: The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) is set to acquire an additional eight F-35B fighter jets, bringing its total fleet of fifth-generation fighters to 12 by the end of the …
New acquisitions are part of a broader strategy to modernize Singapore’s military capabilities by 2040, alongside cutting-edge virtual reality training advancements.SINGAPORE: The Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) will expand its fleet of F-35B fighter jets, acquiring an additional eight aircraft, bringing its total to 12. Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen announced in Parliament on …
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