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Adrian Tan, respected Law Society president and bestselling author, passes away at 57 after cancer battle

Law Society President Adrian Tan passed away at 57 from cancer, leaving a legacy as a robust defender of the legal profession, a vocal advocate for certain Singaporean legislative matters, and a best-selling author.

Renowned economist and wage policy pioneer, Prof Lim Chong Yah, passes away at 91

Singapore’s eminent economist Prof Lim Chong Yah, instrumental in wage policy development and economic growth, died aged 91, leaving a profound impact on the nation.

COE distribution reflects higher car ownership proportion among non-HDB residents in Singapore

The Singapore Transport Minister’s reply regarding the percentage of Certificates of Entitlements (COEs) going to HDB flat owners revealed that non-HDB residents, who account for 20% of the population, hold 40% of the COEs, indicating higher car ownership rates among them.

Pre-school teacher loses S$4,400 in sophisticated malware scam

Singaporean preschool teacher lost S$4,400 in a supposed malware scam targeting her bank account two months after downloading an app from an online advertisement. This incident contributes to a growing list of similar scams impacting Android users recently, prompting a warning from the Singapore Police Force.

Red Dot United calls for transparency and wealth equality amidst Ridout Rental Saga

The Red Dot United party demands increased transparency and reevaluation of ministerial salaries following the controversy involving Ministers Shanmugam and Balakrishnan’s rental of Black and White Bungalows from the Singapore Land Authority

Singaporean man arrested in Malaysia over petrol station altercation captured on viral video

A Singaporean man was arrested in Malaysia over a heated argument with a Grab food delivery rider at a petrol station. The altercation, caught on video and widely circulated, led to the rider’s brief suspension by Grab, inciting substantial public backlash. The incident is now under investigation for criminal intimidation.

About 1,400 well-paying jobs created by family offices in Singapore since scheme launch, said Tharman

Family offices in Singapore created about 1,400 well-paying jobs for Singaporeans and permanent residents since the scheme’s inception, with about 900 of these roles emerging in the past three years, said Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam.

Hong Kong jails first person under cannabidiol ban

A 32-year-old woman was jailed in Hong Kong for bringing CBD into the city, the first conviction under the recent ban. Possessing or consuming CBD can lead to up to seven years in jail and hefty fines. Hong Kong officials argue that CBD can be converted into the illegal compound THC. Despite the ban, CBD remains popular globally and is expected to be a US$47 billion industry by 2028.

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s internal review found ‘no evidence’ of China influence

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) stated that there is “no evidence” of Beijing’s dominance over the bank, following allegations made by a former executive. The AIIB conducted an internal review and found no improper influence, affirming its adherence to multilateral governance standards. The bank acknowledged the need to address certain issues raised during the review but dismissed the allegations as unsubstantiated. The AIIB, established as a counterweight to Western financial institutions, has 106 global members but not the United States.

US not seeking ‘winner-take-all’ competition with China

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen assured Chinese Premier Li Qiang that the United States seeks healthy economic competition, not a winner-take-all approach, during her visit to Beijing aimed at stabilizing ties. Yellen emphasized the importance of maintaining a fair set of rules and avoiding misunderstandings that could worsen the bilateral economic relationship. Despite tensions, both countries expressed optimism about the visit, with hopes of warming up to each other and reshaping China-US relations.