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April 27, 2025
WP Says It Did Not Make Promises to Any Individual in Exchange for Political Support
The Singaporean religious teacher who said he spoke to WP candidates contesting the upcoming election had turned up unannounced at a meeting that the party had with Malay/Muslim religious leaders, said WP chief Pritam Singh.
4 mins
Reject identity politics, keep race and religion out of political space: PM Wong
He calls on parties to make clear their position on matter of national importance
4 mins
Greater effort must be made to engage minority groups, says PM Wong
But he cautions against identity politics after foreigners were found trying to influence polls
3 mins
'Disagreement must never become division': Masagos warns against use of religion as political tool
\"Disagreement must never become division\", said Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Masagos Zulkifli.
5 mins
Religious teacher says he had talks with WP, urged party to prioritise rights of Malay/Muslim community
A Singaporean self-styled religious teacher based in Malaysia has said that he has spoken with WP candidates contesting the upcoming election and urged the opposition party to prioritise the rights and concerns of the Malay/Muslim community in Singapore.
3 mins
Why we shouldn't let Noor Deros bring race, religion into politics
Recent remarks by a self-styled religious teacher, seeking to be an influencer in this general election, worry me.
3 mins
PAP a steady and trusted hand during tough times: PM Wong
He touches on why voters can rely on the PAP govt to steer nation through challenges
4 mins
PAP only party to have walked with S'pore through every crisis in last 60 years, says Tan See Leng
The PAP is the only party that has walked with Singapore through every single crisis in the last 60 years, and its promise to Singapore remains unchanged – to always serve the people with all its heart, Manpower Minister Tan See Leng said on April 26.
4 mins
Global economic uncertainty no ordinary storm but tidal wave of change, says DPM Gan
The global economic uncertainty triggered by the United States' move to impose tariffs on its trading partners is no ordinary storm but a tidal wave of change, said Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong.
4 mins
Foreign conflict should not turn into conflict between Singaporeans: SM Teo
He says Govt's stance on Gaza is clear, such issues should not be used to divide people
3 mins
Edwin Tong's role in team likened to that of Messi by PAP veteran
Three party veterans returned to the election stage to rally support for the PAP team in East Coast GRC on April 26.
3 mins
Good policies are more than just good ideas, says Edwin Tong
Those ideas have to be practical, executable and make good economic sense, he adds
4 mins
WP policy proposals can help ease cost of living concerns, say candidates at rally
The rising cost of living is a key concern for Singaporeans, both young and old, said Workers' Party candidates at its second election rally, as they blamed government policies for exacerbating the problem.
3 mins
WP chief says PAP candidates with NTUC ties can still help workers even if not elected
Pritam also hits out at the ruling party's manifesto for a lack of substance and details
4 mins
PSP Calls for Affordable Housing, More Healthcare Funding
Party also champions caregiver support and touched on issues such as high cost of living
3 mins
Jurong East-Bukit Batok GRC Bread-and-butter issues take centre stage in RDU's first election rally
Red Dot United (RDU) candidates zeroed in on bread-and-butter issues, such as public housing affordability and the cost of living, in their first election rally on April 26.
2 mins
Sembawang West SMC Chee Soon Juan says Bukit Batok residents remain in his heart
The team from the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) presented their plans to rejuvenate Sembawang GRC at a rally on April 26, describing them as putting the \"heart\" in heartland.
3 mins
PAR proposes free education, school meals, healthcare for children
Programmes can be funded using interest earned from investing CPF money: Lim Tean
2 mins
PPP raises concerns over rising cost of living, job insecurities in rally
The rising cost of living, affordability of healthcare and job insecurities were among the concerns that candidates of the People's Power Party (PPP) raised during its second rally on April 26.
2 mins
WP's tried and tested approach will be used for Tampines GRC: Pritam
Party will unveil plans for constituency only after it has 'dug deep' into area, he says
2 mins
Raising GST 'difficult' but needed to take care of seniors: Chee Hong Tat
GST revenue helps Govt provide support in areas like public transport, healthcare, he says
2 mins
PSP's minimum wage idea is 'easy way out': PAP's Gan Siow Huang
The PSP's proposal for a minimum monthly wage in Singapore \"sounds simple\" and is an \"easy way out\", said the PAP's Gan Siow Huang, who is defending her Marymount seat in the 2025 General Election.
3 mins
Pioneer SMC: PSP counting on track record in Parliament
The opposition Progress Singapore Party's (PSP) track record in Parliament over the past five years could help boost the party's chances of winning Pioneer SMC, said Ms Stephanie Tan, the party's candidate for the single-seat constituency, on April 26.
2 mins
Lawrence Pek says PWM outdated and 'exclusionary', defends minimum wage proposal
The time is right for Singapore to legislate a minimum wage for local workers as economic conditions have \"changed dramatically\" since the Progressive Wage Model (PWM) was introduced in 2012, PSP candidate Lawrence Pek said on April 26.
2 mins
Voters must choose if they want weaker govt with more opposition, or strong mandate for PAP, says ESM Goh
Voters must decide if they want more opposition in Parliament and a weaker government, or to give Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and the PAP a strong mandate to govern Singapore, said Emeritus Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong.
2 mins
PARLIAMENTARY PURSUITS
Retiree's 'secret' autograph book holds over 90 MP signatures
3 mins
Pontiff turned migrant's hurt and pain into happiness and hope
Ms Diane Karla Abano, a Filipino migrant living in Rome, has vivid memories of the day that Pope Francis touched her heart and made her feel at home, kissing her two young daughters during an audience in St Peter's Square in May 2018.
3 mins
Hundreds of thousands at Pope's funeral
Pontiff's legacy of caring for migrants and downtrodden must survive, cardinal says
4 mins
Trump-Zelensky meeting productive, says White House
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met briefly at Pope Francis' funeral on April 26, Kyiv said, marking their first encounter since a disastrous White House clash as the US leader pushes him to make a peace deal with Russia.
2 mins
Pro-China Remarks Haunt S. Korea's Presidential Hopeful Lee Jae-myung
Saying 'xie xie' to Beijing does not play well at a time of tensions between the countries
4 mins
KL Spending $180m on Conservation and Green Corridor Projects
Malaysia is pumping at least RM600 million (S$180 million) into efforts to restore its crumbling heritage buildings and build walking corridors in downtown Kuala Lumpur, in a bid to revive the capital city's historic zone.
3 mins
India, Pakistan exchange gunfire for 2nd day as ties plummet after attack
Indian and Pakistani troops exchanged gunfire for a second straight day on April 26 as ties between the two nuclear-armed neighbours plummeted after an attack on tourists blamed on Pakistani militants killed 26 in India's Kashmir region.
1 min
Runaway sausage dog snagged after 529 days on Australian island
A runaway sausage dog named Valerie has been captured after a 529-day adventure, transfixing Australia as she roamed an island teeming with kangaroos, possums, koala bears and penguins.
2 mins
Mumbai's Plan to Rehouse Slum Dwellers on 'Toxic' Sites Mars Mega Urban Project
Concerns grow that residents will end up pawns in plan to redevelop prime location
6 mins
Jeffrey Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre dies by suicide, her family says
Ms Virginia Giuffre, one of the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's most prominent accusers, has died by suicide, her family said.
2 mins
Former US congressman gets over 7 years' jail for stealing campaign funds
Former US Representative George Santos, a one-time rising Republican star who falsely claimed to have worked for Goldman Sachs before running for Congress, was ordered to serve seven years and three months in prison for stealing campaign funds.
3 mins
US not ready to cut S'pore tariff, agrees to explore way forward, says DPM Gan
The United States is not prepared to lower its 10 per cent tariff on imports from Singapore, but both countries agreed to explore deepening their economic links positively and continue to discuss the practical way forward.
1 min
Conflicting US, China statements on tariff talks add to confusion
Trump claims negotiations are taking place, but his assertions are swiftly denied by Beijing
4 mins
Nato chief calls for 'quantum leap' as Europe boosts defence investment
Nato's secretary-general Mark Rutte has called for European countries and Canada to make a \"quantum leap\" in boosting their contribution to the alliance.
1 min
Trump Says US Will 'Lead the Pack' Against Iran If No Nuclear Deal
President Donald Trump said the United States will \"lead the pack\" in attacking Iran if talks over Tehran's nuclear programme do not result in a new deal, according to a Time magazine interview.
1 min
Hamas Open to 5-Year Gaza Truce, One-Time Release of All Hostages
Its delegation is meeting Egyptian mediators on ending the 18-month war
3 mins
Russian Satellite Linked to Nuclear Weapon Programme Appears Out of Control
The secretive Russian satellite in space that US officials believe is connected to a nuclear anti-satellite weapon programme has appeared at times to be spinning uncontrollably, suggesting it may no longer be functioning, in what could be a setback for Moscow's space weapon efforts, according to US analysts.
3 mins
SCDF officers share how they rescued Myanmar quake victim
They drilled through concrete slabs while lying on their side in order to reach him
4 mins
IRAS Board to Welcome New Chairman on May 1
The board of the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) will welcome Mr Lai Chung Han as its new chairman on May 1.
1 min
Cases of scam victims who fall into debt on the rise
Credit counselling agencies see more victims incurring debt to address losses in savings
4 mins
Photo of Chingay dancers pulls at Heartstrings of local contest
He spent several hours across multiple rehearsals at the Chingay Parade 2025 in February at the F1 Pit Building waiting for the right shot.
2 mins
The social cohesion ballad in Little India's buzziest new restaurant
The humble Erode Amman Mess, with its sub-regional Tamil cuisine, has the potential to become a 'usual place' bridging cultural divides — more than just a spot to eat.
6 mins
Are people who can't take spicy food 'not Asian enough'?
For those of us who can't take the heat, there's comfort in knowing that there is more to spice than the tear-inducing chilli.
6 mins
Why Cold Storage Was Sold — DFI's CEO Says Shifting Retail Trends Forced the Call
Group will focus on 7-Eleven and Guardian stores which it believes are better placed for growth and will deliver better margins.
7 mins
Private markets may open doors to Singapore retail investors
Early investors in such markets could reap higher returns when the firms' valuations rise
8 mins
When two brothers sued each other over $3m in family expenses
Dispute over alleged loan, other payments goes nowhere because of lack of records
4 mins
When Two Brothers Sued Each Other Over $3m in Family Expenses
Dispute Over Alleged Loan, Other Payments Goes Nowhere Because of Lack of Records
5 mins
Why even an e-mail on big family decision is better than no records
If you are making an important financial decision in a family meeting, make sure there is a proper record to avoid any disputes later.
3 mins
Tariff confusion making it harder for companies to advertise in the US
Persuading people to spend money in a time of unpredictable tariffs is proving to be a complicated calculation for the US$380 billion (S$498 billion) American advertising industry.
4 mins
Why It Has Become Riskier To Be A Long-Term Investor
Higher inflation, slower economic growth and geopolitics undermine conventional strategy.
5 mins
Small Size But Classy Ganay
First French Group 1 draws only six runners, but all budding champs, says legend Mosse
3 mins
City Determined To Reignite Fire Of Old
Pep says goal celebrations in win over Villa show team are rediscovering their passion
3 mins
Liu Has Albatross, But Feels Major Pressure
China's Liu Yan recorded a rare albatross — a three-under score on a hole — and emerged with the lead after the second round of the Chevron Championship on April 25 in The Woodlands, Texas.
2 mins
Forest Show The Art Of Winning Against The Odds
Those disappointed thrill-seekers looking for more drama from the English domestic season might wish to switch attention to Nottingham Forest.
2 mins
Reds Know Job Not Done Yet
Liverpool won't be complacent despite needing only a draw to clinch EPL title
3 mins
Injured Butler willing to play through anything, says Warriors coach
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr says he is \"relatively optimistic\" that Jimmy Butler will play Game 3 of their National Basketball Association (NBA) play-off series against the Houston Rockets despite suffering a pelvic bruise in the previous game.
2 mins
Fans' wait for Anfield title celebration set to end
In 2020, Liverpool fan Wesley Wee had plans to catch the Reds' Premier League coronation in person, but that was scuppered as the league was suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
2 mins
'Every game like final' as Chelsea get top-five boost
Chelsea boosted their bid to qualify for the Champions League, as Nicolas Jackson ended his 13-game goal drought to seal a crucial 1-0 English Premier League win against Everton on April 26.
2 mins
Hariss Unfazed By Juggling Act
Far from retiring, he strives to be 'perfect' in roles as national captain, FAS vice-president
3 mins
In Fur We Trust
Members of Singapore's furry community, a mostly online sub-culture, welcome the group's inclusive nature that allows them to be themselves without judgment
9 mins
I Learnt First Aid, But Hesitated When It Mattered
You sign up for spin class, try out yoga or power through a HIIT session—all in the name of self-improvement. But what if the most important skill you can learn is not about getting fitter, but saving a life?
4 mins
Book Talk Singapore Computer Society president Lim Bee Kwan reads about extraordinary people
Who: Ms Lim Bee Kwan, who was recently appointed president of the Singapore Computer Society.
2 mins
Rediscover nude art pioneer Solamalay Namasivayam
A new book and exhibition illuminate the life of the humble artist-educator, whose legacy has been largely forgotten
4 mins
Review: Historical mystery plays with Renaissance art and artists
This book bears some similarities to Dan Brown's The Da Vinci Code.
3 mins
Twisted coincidence' drove Malcom Seah to finish debut novel
In the sterile quiet of a ward at Mount Alvernia Hospital, Malcom Seah found his way back to a story he had set aside.
3 mins
Bountiful harvest in Putian
With diners paying more attention to what they eat, it has become very common for menus, especially those in high-end restaurants, to list where their ingredients come from.
1 min
Turning a supper stall into a $10m empire
At 10pm, when most students were winding down, Mr Lee Ray Sheng was firing up the wok at his Nanyang Technological University (NTU) hostel canteen stall.
6 mins
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