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Netizens express nostalgia and pride in Hougang’s spirit and heritage after WP’s documentary release. Following the release of Hougang: The Documentary by The Workers’ Party, many supporters and former residents flocked to social media, sharing nostalgia and pride for the... Court Cases 12 hours ago.
School says disciplinary action taken after bullying incident leaves …
1 day ago · In response to a bullying incident where an 11-year-old boy was assaulted and hospitalised, the primary school confirmed disciplinary action and counselling for the student involved. The victim's mother earlier stated that while the assailant's parents apologised to the school, they did not reach out to her. She demands an apology and compensation, hoping for a safer school environment.
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Man arrested for alleged housebreaking and theft of mobile phones in Yishun. A 23-year-old man was arrested for allegedly breaking into a Yishun Ring Road rental flat and stealing eight mobile phones worth S$3,400 from five tenants. The... Current Affairs 2 months ago.
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Singapore to celebrate 60 years of independence with nationwide events, public engagement initiatives. Singapore will commemorate its 60th anniversary of independence in 2025 with a series of nationwide events promoting unity and reflection on shared values, said Prime Minister... Singapore 10 hours ago.
Alleged bullying at primary school leaves 11-year-old hospitalised ...
2 days ago · A Primary 5 student in northern Singapore reports being attacked by a peer, prompting hospital visits and police involvement. The case highlights broader concerns about school bullying amid recent similar cases and ongoing efforts by the MOE to address safety. SINGAPORE: A troubling incident at a ...
Anticipation builds for PAP’s leadership change: Can Wong secure …
6 days ago · As Singapore nears its next general election, a leadership shift within the PAP may soon see Prime Minister Lawrence Wong assume full authority from Lee Hsien Loong. However, speculation persists over whether Wong will inherit the role of Secretary General, with key questions on legacy and autonomy remaining.
UN General Assembly reaffirms call for US to end Cuba embargo …
6 days ago · The UN General Assembly overwhelmingly renewed its call for the United States to end its economic embargo on Cuba, with 187 countries in favour. Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez condemned the sanctions, while the US defended them as …
Government support and media bias: The double standards in …
Aug 20, 2024 · The PAP government’s S$900 million support for SPH Media Trust contrasts with its use of POFMA to financially cripple independent outlets like TOC and Gutzy Asia. Critics argue that government funding could bias SMT towards the PAP, while independent media faces suppression under the guise of combating foreign influence and online falsehoods.
We are back after a year’s hiatus - The Online Citizen
Sep 16, 2022 · Dear supporters, past, present and future, we are back. While operations of The Online Citizen Asia (TOC) were shut down by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) last year on 16 Sept, the ruling of the Singapore courts has made clear that we are not prohibited from operating from outside of Singapore. Furthermore, both the operation […]