377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex
2022-08-21
The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state.Continue Reading
NDR 2022: Singapore to repeal Section 377A, amend Constitution to protect definition of marriage
2022-08-21
Even after the repealing of Section 377A – the law criminalising sex between men – the Government will maintain the “prevailing norms and values” of Singapore society, says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in his National Day Rally speech. Continue Reading
NDR 2022: Government ready to do more if cost of living rises further, says PM Lee
2022-08-21
In his National Day Rally speech, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong also said it would be irresponsible not to raise the GST rate, pointing to sharp increases in healthcare and social spending.Continue Reading
Fallen tree at Ulu Pandan Community Club: 1 person discharged, 2 others in stable condition
2022-08-21
Two people were trapped under the fallen tree while another was found injured nearby on Saturday.Continue Reading
NDR 2022: Masks will be optional indoors, required only on public transport and in healthcare settings
2022-08-21
Singapore’s COVID-19 measures have protected its people well, but with the situation stabilising, mask requirements can be eased, says Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong during National Day Rally 2022. Continue Reading
Indiana governor latest US official to visit Taiwan amid China tensions
2022-08-21
He termed his visit to Taiwan and South Korea as an “economic development trip”, saying he was the first US governor to come to Taiwan since the COVID-19 pandemic began more than two years ago. “Our delegation will spend this week meeting with government officials, business leaders and academic institutionsContinue Reading
All roads to PM Prayut’s office blocked ahead of major rallies
2022-08-21
All roads leading to the office of Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha are closed to all vehicles – at least until Wednesday – as police expect a large number of protesters to approach Government House.Continue Reading
Man shot dead at close range by three assailants in Klang
2022-08-21
SHAH ALAM: A local man was killed after being shot repeatedly and attacked with a parang by three assailants at Jalan Bawal Tambak, Taman Sri Gadong, Klang near here. Read full storyContinue Reading
NDR 2022: Singapore must guard against hostile foreign influence, remain vigilant on social media
2022-08-21
During the National Day Rally 2022, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong also spoke about the need for Singapore to take a strong stance on the war in Ukraine. Continue Reading
Subramaniam Harihar, long-serving journalist, passes away
2022-08-21
KUALA LUMPUR: One of Malaysia’s longest-serving journalists, Subramaniam Harihar, passed away today at the age of 79. Read full storyContinue Reading