February 15 is the day when the British surrender to the invading Japanese forces in Singapore, and this year marks the 75th anniversary of one of the darkest period in our island nation’s history — the Japanese Occupation (1942 to…
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“The President shall be elected by the citizens of Singapore in accordance with any law made by the Legislature.” – Singapore Constitution, Article 17(2). This is a call for the Government of Singapore, led by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong,…
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“We, Muslims are proud Singaporeans”, were the flinty words a Singapore national servicemen reportedly told The Diplomat magazine in 2014. He complained that Muslims serving in the Singapore military [were] routinely kept away from critical roles in air and naval…
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A reader shared this post. “I am clearly disappointed at the sight of a Halloween decoration taking precedence over the Deepavali displays at your Sportshub branch. May I humbly know when did a commercial celebration that’s not even been recognised…
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If given a choice, most Singaporeans prefer someone of the same race as the nation’s Prime Minister or President. This was one of the findings in a nationwide survey of 2,000 citizens and permanent residents on their views on relations…
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