Abusing maids – again by theonlinecitizen It would seem that employers are adopting a new tactic to punish their maids – perhaps avoiding physical abuse like...
By Leong Sze Hian I think we may need to re-think our mindset to not over-concentrate the smartest like our scholars and the most successful elite,...
By Celluloid Reality(s) Singapore’s existence since 1965 has been an exercise in idealism underpinned by a ideology of pragmatism, brought about by a keen sense of...
This is an excerpt of the parliamentary debate between PAP MP Dr Lily Neo and Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on the issue of public assistance. Dr Lily...
By theonlinecitizen Perhaps the most disheartening thing about the debate over ministers’ salary is the end-result. Many have spoken, some very passionately. Most, as far as...
By Koh Choon Lin The Government is increasingly dependent on computer software to operate. Singaporeans access important services like SingPass via the Internet, leading the makers...
By Zyberzitizen Eversince the issue of ministers salary emerged recently, the PAP government has been taking great pains to let Singaporeans know how “extraordinary” they are....
A Danish citizen, Mr. Gregory Glen, responds to MM Lee’s remarks that Denmark, Finland and Switzerland can afford mediocrity in the remuneration of their ministers. This...
“We have live debate all the time in the parliament. I think that is the most appropriate place for us to conduct our debate unless you...
The following is a video on the recent ministers’ pay hike. It is recommended to theonlinecitizen by a reader. It’s rather humourous. Take a look: [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6GKjqT2VPF4]