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Historians question accuracy of CNA’s historical documentary
By Jewel Philemon Days of Rage, or days of one-sided propaganda? It is difficult to disagree with historian Dr Loh Kah Seng when he described the Days of Rage documentary on Channel Newsasia (CNA) as...
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Indonesia defends naming navy ship after “bombers”
Despite Singapore raising concerns over its naming of a navy ship after two of its marines who had bombed MacDonald’s House in Singapore in 1965, the Indonesian government insists that it has the...
View ArticleTaking back control of the Singapore Public Transport System
By Yap Shiwen Despite generous capital grants, derived from public funds, provided for public transport companies in order to improve their infrastructure, serial service failures make this difficult...
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Gay person applauds MOH & HPB for defending “the foundation of family” in S’pore
The following is an email sent to the Health Minister, Gan Kim Yong, and the chief executive officer of the Health Promotion Board. Dear Mr Gan Kim Yong and Mr Zee Yoong Kang, I would like to thank...
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FAQ on Sexuality, a crucial piece of information
The following is an email sent to the Health Minister, Gan Kim Yong. Dear Minister Gan Kim Yong, Warm wishes for this Lunar New Year! We hope you have had an enjoyable festive celebration with your...
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PA mistake “unfortunate”, says Lim Swee Say
The Deputy Chairman of the People’s Association (PA), Mr Lim Swee Say, has issued a statement explaining why the PA has “uninvited” former People’s Action Party (PAP) Member of Parliament and...
View ArticleNational Family Council renamed Families For Life
The National Family Council yesterday changed its name to Families For Life, in a bid to demonstrate it’s commitment to connect with Singapore families. Council chairman Mr Chin Wei Hong believes that...
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A needless provocation
Editorial The Indonesian government should rein in its navy for its own sake For a country to commemorate soldiers that have fallen on the battlefield is one thing, for it to celebrate those that have,...
View ArticlePlease keep the church and state separate
By Aloysius Chia Recently, certain religious leaders and politicians have come forward to urge the Health Promotion Board to change its FAQ section on sexuality on its website. In a petition that is...
View ArticleWrong invitation for former MP: Bull’s head don’t match the horses’ mouth
By Leong Sze Hian Mr Tan Cheng Bock, a candidate in the Presidential Election 2011, former member of Singapore’s governing People’s Action Party and a Member of Parliament from 1980 to 2006 posted on...
View ArticleOng Teng Cheong: “I had a job to do”
Interview of Singapore’s first election president, Ong Teng Cheong by Asiaweek It’s now six months since you stepped down. How do you feel about your time as president? I am satisfied with what I did....
View ArticleDay by the Beach Turns Sour With Unwanted Attention
A group of nine teenage girls (aged between 16 to 18) were prepared to have fun by the Siloso beach in Sentosa just like any other day, but instead they became the centre of attraction when a group of...
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S’pore rescinds invite, Indonesia withdraws top brass from Airshow
After Singapore rescinded invitations to the chief of staff of the Indonesian Navy and to a group of 100 junior officers from the Indonesian Armed Forces, Indonesia has responded by withdrawing its...
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Happy People Helping People Foundation – helping the less fortunate elderly...
At a tender age of just 32 years old, Nafiz is one of three founders who initiated an independent non-profit organisation with a rather catchy name – Happy People Helping People (HPHPF). Barely a year...
View ArticleWhen air-conditioned comfort should not be what matters
By Howard Lee The debate that surrounded the Ministry of Education cutting funding to some independent schools was perhaps blown a little out of proportion. And by this, I mean neither the...
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Hock Lee bus riots – fact or fiction by CNA? (Part 1)
Jewel Philemon The second episode of Channel News Asia’s latest production, ‘Days of Rage’, featuring the 1955 Hock Lee Bus Riots has been met with compelling criticism, since its premiere on the 27th...
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Little India riot – Public Order Bill hasty and reactive, say activists
MEDIA RELEASE Singapore, 10 February 2014 – A group of prominent civil activists submitted a Briefing Paper to the Speaker of Parliament Monday, calling on Parliament to consider the Public Order Bill...
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Indonesian President cautions S’pore on “overreacting”
Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said yesterday that Singapore should reflect on whether its reaction to Indonesia’s decision to name a Navy ship after two Indonesian marines is...
View ArticleLittle India Riot: No further actions against bus driver by AGC
The Attorney General’s Chambers (AGC) is not taking any further action against the bus driver involved in the accidental death of Indian national, Sakthivel Kumaravelu, in December. Mr Sakthivel’s...
View ArticleAGC statement on the LIR bus driver
11 FEBRUARY 2014 – CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS AGAINST LEE KIM HUAT @ LIM HAI TIONG 1. The Attorney-General’s Chambers (“AGC”) has completed its review of the investigation papers relating to Lee Kim Huat...
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