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Lee Hsien Yang praises Harpreet Singh; tells Punggol residents, ‘Team WP deserves your vote’

Featured News Anna Maria Romero - April 25, 2025

SINGAPORE: Lee Hsien Yang, although currently not in Singapore, has continued to weigh in on political happenings in the run-up to the May 3...

Singapore Politics

WP’s Jalan Kayu candidate Andre Low trends online after talking about Income-Allianz deal during rally

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Pritam Singh tells rallygoers, ‘A vote for the Workers’ Party is your instrument for change’

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James Gomez: The academic, activist, and opposition voice contesting Sembawang GRC in GE2025

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Sylvia Lim: ‘Every GE is a battle for hearts and minds’

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Residents sceptical of hot tubs to be built at Nee Soon East Oasis Waterpark say it’s only a matter of time before they are...

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SINGAPORE: After a flyer announcing upcoming upgrades in Nee...

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Hash browns and green bean soup: Singaporeans share memories of growing up poor

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SINGAPORE: Singaporeans who experienced poverty during their childhood came...

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Changi Beach reopens for water activities after Johor oil spill clean-up, says NEA

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SINGAPORE: Changi Beach has officially reopened for swimming and...

In the Hood

‘Cannot even shower in peace in the morning’: Girl says her 60 y/o father turns off the heater and lights while she showers because...

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https://www.reddit.com/r/askSingapore/comments/1k4hwv7/cannot_even_shower_in_peace_in_the_morning/ SINGAPORE: A 17-year-old girl took to social media on...

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Meet Singapore’s newest flexible work tribe: From data analysts to architects, and beauticians

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SINGAPORE: According to the latest data from Indeed Hiring...

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GE2025: RDU wins praise for ceding Jalan Kayu after WP requests the ward

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SINGAPORE: In a surprising shift from its earlier stance,...

‘HR doesn’t seem to be bothered if you don’t have related job experience’ — Man working as quality engineer for 8 years struggles to...

Jobs April 25, 2025

Man severely affected by long stretch of unemployment, says his applications only yield a 5% hit rate for HR or first-round interviews

Jobs April 25, 2025

From threat to teammate: Managers now see AI as a workforce ally, not a job killer

Jobs April 25, 2025

Singaporean professional leaves high-pressure job for a more relaxed role—now he feels ‘restless’ and ‘underutilised’

Jobs April 25, 2025

‘Why Indonesia?’: Singaporean couple share 5 reasons why they moved after their HDB MOP

Personal Finance April 24, 2025

Pony.ai CEO eyes Singapore expansion for robotaxi service

Business April 24, 2025

Singaporeans cancel Netflix subscriptions after price hike of up to S$4 monthly

Business April 24, 2025

Singapore sees over 66% jump in flexible job postings compared to last year

Jobs April 24, 2025

When can you break a job contract? Singapore court ruling clarifies when employees can exit fixed-term agreements without penalty

Jobs April 24, 2025

Internships thrive in Singapore’s creative fields, while HR and real estate lag behind

Jobs April 24, 2025

‘How do you deal with a ‘pick-me’ Gen Z colleague?’ asks frustrated Singaporean worker

Jobs April 24, 2025

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S’pore’s increasing appetite for plant-based meat isn’t just about preference anymore, it’s also about saving the planet

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Mediacorp honours the quiet power of Puan Noor Aishah

Singapore News Gemma Iso - April 22, 2025

SINGAPORE: A beloved humanitarian who touched the lives of many, Puan Noor Aishah, wife of Singapore's first President Yusof...

Gov’t scrambles to shield businesses as US tariff shockwaves hit—new taskforce deployed in 3-front strategy

Singapore News Gemma Iso - April 22, 2025

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce (SERT) was launched by the government to support businesses and aid workers in...

Singapore businesses record lowest ransomware attacks in Southeast Asia in 2024

Singapore News Mary Alavanza - April 22, 2025

SINGAPORE: Singapore businesses recorded the lowest number of ransomware attacks in Southeast Asia in 2024, according to data from...

Singaporeans aware of climate risks but worry about higher bills from renewable energy shift: Ipsos study

Singapore News Mary Alavanza - April 22, 2025

SINGAPORE: Singaporeans are among the most climate-aware in the APEC region, but many remain concerned about the cost of...

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Singaporean man says he’s confused why people keep saying public housing is ‘unaffordable for low-income individuals’

‘Ignored and snapped at’ — Foreigner shares disappointment over his first Singapore visit after asking for directions

‘True heroes’: Migrant workers who rescued those trapped in River Valley Road fire showered with praise

Man regrets buying HDB flat after realising it faces the western sun — says he and his wife get BBQ-ed every afternoon

‘A child crossed the road without looking up from his phone’ – Man worried as more kids ignore traffic while walking

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ICYMI: WP’s He Ting Ru: Even with speculation abounding over the timing of the next election, our work in Parliament continued

In the House Anna Maria Romero - April 17, 2025

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Best budget-friendly destinations that won’t break the bank for Singaporeans this 2025

SIA and ANA to launch revenue-sharing flights and joint fares between Singapore and Japan

Free things to do in Johor Bahru: A budget-friendly guide to exploring the city

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RTS seen as ‘game changer’ for Johor-Singapore ties, cautious optimism encouraged

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Low Thia Khiang, Png Eng Huat lend star power to WP campaign on the ground on Day 2

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SINGAPORE: The old guard of The Workers’ Party came...

‘Doesn’t mean we’re gone,’ Pritam Singh reassures Marine Parade residents

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Olympic triathlon champion Alex Yee to accept new challenge in his 2025 London Marathon debut

Faith Kipyegon aims to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes

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Carlos Alcaraz reveals partying in Ibiza helped him win his first Wimbledon title in 2023

Lily, Barbie Hsu’s niece, faces criticism for posting UK trip photos two months after the actress’ death

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Motherhood for female cyclists: No longer a career-ending choice

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Professional cycling is seeing a notable rise in the...

Job seeker asked to pay 1-month salary penalty after backing out from MNC job offer

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SINGAPORE: After backing out of a job offer from...

 ‘Is this even legal?’: Woman on sabbatical terminated by company after learning she was pregnant

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SINGAPORE: A woman has triggered a discussion on the...

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Kristen Stewart and Dylan Meyer tie the knot in a simple wedding

As part of her 2025 Asia tour, J-pop artist Ayumi Hamasaki will perform in Singapore

For the sake of her little son, actress Sora Ma becomes a Singaporean

Malaysian singer Suki felt ‘most honoured’ to perform for President Xi Jinping

GE2025: Sembawang GRC faces three-way contest among PAP, SDP, and NSP

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SINGAPORE: In what is shaping up to be one...

GE2025: Dr Chee secures clean fight with Poh Li San in Sembawang West SMC

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SINGAPORE: Nomination Day for this year’s polls has been...

ACL 2 final: Sailors and Sharjah locked in dispute over Jalan Besar Stadium

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SINGAPORE: The stage is set for a historic Asian...

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Singapore financial services professionals see 25% bonus jump

33 yo woman earning S$15k/month says she’s burnt out and thinking of taking a year off

‘Ageism is real’: Man in his late 30s says employers prioritise young applicants over qualifications

‘The work just never ended’: Senior auditor feels ‘burned out’ and helpless as her pleas for assistance are ignored by higher-ups

‘Chio pro max,’ WP Punggol candidate Alexis Dang makes waves online

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‘My dear brother has always wanted to stand in Tampines,’ says Pritam Singh of Faisal Manap

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‘Purely irresponsible’ – GMS hits out at WP for leaving Marine Parade uncontested

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DPM Gan Kim Yong moved from CCK GRC to Punggol GRC

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Earn up to 2.90% interest: Singapore’s best-fixed deposit rates this April 2025

More Singaporeans eye early retirement but not many are confident they can achieve it

Some S’poreans say they’re wary of finfluencers after 8 complaints have been made this year

Risky bets: Young Singaporeans take high-interest loans to invest despite poor financial literacy

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GE2025: Paul Tambyah challenges Liang Eng Hwa again at Bukit Panjang SMC

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SINGAPORE: Perhaps the second time Paul Tambyah faces off...

Jack Draper supports Jannik Sinner as his doping suspension is about to end, says ‘he doesn’t deserve any of the hate’

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Simone Biles leaves her 2028 Olympic plans unclear, says she ‘needs space to figure out’

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STI falls 3.2%: Singapore shares tumble again at Friday’s open after Trump’s 145% China tariffs shake markets

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STI opens 0.4% lower: Singapore shares still down after Monday’s sharp fall, but the worst appears over for now

SGX boosts ETF portfolio with dividend-focused fund, pushing AUM to $13.7B

‘He has a national campaign to run’ — PM Wong left nomination centre “unexpectedly” without speaking to media

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SINGAPORE: CNA has reported that Prime Minister Lawrence Wong...

Emma Raducanu adopts ‘less is more’ mindset before the Madrid Open

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British tennis star Emma Raducanu has shared her new...

Faisal Manap to lead WP team at Tampines GRC; Pritam Singh, Sylvia Lim to contest again at Aljunied

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SINGAPORE: On Nomination Day (Apr 23), in a surprise...

GE2025: PSP A-team reunite to take on West Coast-Jurong West GRC

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Kf Seetoh: If you let ‘sweet promises determine your life in next 5 years, you may get just desserts’

Singapore Politics Anna Maria Romero - April 25, 2025

SINGAPORE: Singapore’s very own food guru, who is as outspoken on social media as he is in real life,...

Fearmongering? — PM Wong’s comments on “formidable” opposition draw criticism

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 25, 2025

SINGAPORE: Concerns of fear-mongering have emerged online in the wake of Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's first election rally speech...

PSP leaders assert PAP 4G has “lost its way”

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 25, 2025

SINGAPORE: Progress Singapore Party (PSP) leaders stressed their belief that the ruling party's fourth-generation leadership has lost its way...

GE2025: ‘Rats, last-minute candidate switches, elderly concerns,’ Singaporeans weigh in on what they would ask candidates

Singapore Politics Anna Maria Romero - April 24, 2025

SINGAPORE: On the evening of Nomination Day (April 23), a local Reddit user asked others what questions they would...

GE2025: Heng Swee Keat, Teo Chee Hean retire from politics on Nomination Day

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: Ministers Heng Swee Keat and Teo Chee Hean announced their retirement from politics on Wednesday (April 23) even...

After 10 years, PAP wins a seat by walkover as WP declines to pursue Marine Parade

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: The People's Action Party (PSP) has won Marine Parade-Braddell Heights by walkover, after no opposition party contested the...

WP contesting at East Coast and Punggol, with ex-NCMP Yee Jenn Jong and Harpreet Singh among candidates

Singapore Politics Anna Maria Romero - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: The Workers’ Party teams confirmed that they will be contesting in East Coast GRC and Punggol GRC for...

West to East, East to West: PAP fields Gan Kim Yong at Punggol GRC and Tan See Leng at CCK GRC

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: In a surprise move the People's Action Party (PAP) pulled off on Nomination Day, Ministers Gan Kim Yong...

GE2025: Three-cornered fight confirmed in Sembawang GRC, NSP refuses to withdraw at last second

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: A multi-party contest has been confirmed for Sembawang GRC, despite the desire from some opposition voters that the...

GE2025: Andre Low confirmed as WP pick for Jalan Kayu

Singapore Politics Anna Maria Romero - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: Workers’ Party (WP) new face Andre Low has been confirmed as the party's pick for Jalan Kayu Single...

GE2025: RDU fields Kala Manickam in Jurong Central SMC, switches Emily Woo to Holland-Bukit Timah team, after surprise WP appearance in Jalan Kayu

Featured News A. Aman - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: Red Dot United (RDU) appears to have chosen to field former Jalan Kayu team lead Kala Manickam in...

Peoples Voice chief confirms he is fronting three-cornered contest for Potong Pasir

Featured News Jewel Stolarchuk - April 23, 2025

SINGAPORE: Peoples Voice (PV) party chief Lim Tean has confirmed to the press that he intends to contest Potong...

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Letter to the Editor: Lax regulation of IVF embryo selection may decrease Singapore’s fertility rate

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