Former Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan-Jin resigns as SNOC President amid scandal

Tan Chuan-Jin, who recently stepped down as Speaker of Parliament, also relinquished his role as Singapore National Olympic Council (SNOC) president. SNOC confirmed his resignation and acknowledged his valuable service.

Singapore’s Shanti Pereira shines at the Asian Athletics Championships, clinches sprint double gold

Sprinter Shanti Pereira has made history, becoming the first Singaporean woman to clinch a sprint double at the Asian Athletics Championships, setting a new meet record of 22.70s in the 200m event. On Friday, Pereira rewrote her national 100m record for the sixth time this year, clocking an impressive 11.20 seconds, notwithstanding a slightly slower start—demonstrating her unprecedented prowess.

Singapore’s sprint queen Shanti Pereira snags gold at Asian Athletics Championships

Singapore’s Shanti Pereira clinched the Asian Athletics Championships’ 100m gold with a record-breaking 11.20sec, ending Singapore’s 16-year medal drought at the continental meet.

Beloved Singaporean actress Alice Ho Soon Kim, known for Mediacorp roles, dies at 72

Veteran Mediacorp actress Alice Ho Soon Kim, known for her roles in over 50 TV series, including “Beansprout Auntie” in “Holland V,” has passed away at 72. She was also a dedicated qigong practitioner and co-founded the Qigong Shi Ba Shi Association Singapore.

JDT supporters ignite flares in stadium again despite previous fine, calls for stricter penalties grow

Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) fans ignite flares again despite recent RM120,000 (approximately 25,728 USD) fine. Calls for stricter penalties grow as social media demands action against recurring stadium flare incidents.

PAP-majority Parliament hijacks WP motion, holds back on reevaluating Singapore’s sporting ecosystem as a whole

The Parliament voted in favor of an amended motion put forth by Workers’ Party calling for the support Singapore’s athletes, but refrained from calling for a reassessment of sports management. Amendments proposed by Mr Darryl David were passed with the support of People’s Action Party MPs who are majority in Parliament, despite dissent recorded from all the Workers’ Party MPs and the Progress Singapore Party’s Non-Constituency MPs present.

Leader of Opposition criticizes SNOC’s “blanket non-selection”, calls for greater leniency approach toward Soh Rui Yong

Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh called for leniency towards Soh Rui Yong, excluded from the Asian Games, expressing concern for his future prospects. He questioned Singapore National Olympic Council’s differed treatment towards Soh, highlighting the council’s history of forgiving athletes involved in criminal offenses while Soh had not.

Edwin Tong: Singapore Govt dedicated to uplifting standards of Singapore football

Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, reaffirmed the government’s unwavering dedication to improving Singapore football. The Football Association of Singapore (FAS) is currently conducting a review of the team’s performance at the SEA Games, and the findings are anticipated to be disclosed in July. Mr Tong, formerly vice-president of FAS from 2013 to 2020, acknowledged the need for better results but emphasised long-term efforts and collective action.

SO Singapore shines at World Summer Games Berlin 2023, clinching six gold medals

Team Singapore secures a stellar medal haul at the Special Olympics World Summer Games, showcasing exceptional performances in track, bowling, and badminton events.

CCKTC defends the high futsal court rates at Arena@Keat Hong amid criticism from residents

A resident has questioned whether young children can afford the high costs of accessing the futsal court at Choa Chu Kang’s mega sports facility — S$30-S$50 for a maximum of 2 hours per session and a S$100 refundable deposit. The Chua Chu Kang town council defended the rates, claiming they are “among the lowest in Singapore”, while recently announcing free Sunday sessions for residents.