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02:03
68-year-old Singaporean man loses over S$10,000 in online love scam
02:31
Malaysia govt urged to confirm probe status as Pannir Selvam’s execution in Singapore nears
03:17
Population hits 6.11m: Netizens raise overcrowding concerns, ask how many are “real” Singaporeans
48:54
Chan Chun Sing: Singapore’s strongest defence lies in people’s collective will, not weapons
08:39
Sun Xueling: BTO income ceiling, singles’ age may be revised when “right conditions” are met
04:19
Singapore workers filed 61 age discrimination complaints yearly in 2023–2024, says Koh Poh Koon
13:35
Kenneth Tiong urges shift from trade dependence to domestic industrial capability
03:49
Foo Cexiang and Kenneth Tiong debate Singapore’s role in regional industrial tie-ups and SME growth
24:02
Pritam Singh urges tougher MOM enforcement on delivery work; SMS Koh backs upstream deterrence
08:30
Pritam Singh urges flexibility in MediSave use for seniors; Rahayu cites case-by-case discretion
10:37
Sylvia Lim urges building trust in Parliament; says PAP and WP are competitors, not enemies
00:32
PAP MP Diana Pang apologises in Parliament for using Hokkien phrase 'kao peh' during debate
05:50
45 fake bulk order scams in 4 months; Goh Pei Ming urges businesses to stay vigilant
05:27
MOH reviews parental consent rules for youth mental health access
17:55
Dennis Tan urges support for seniors, fairer healthcare, arts spaces, and stronger climate action
10:48
Fadli Fawzi presses Xie Yao Quan on whether meritocracy truly delivers social mobility in S’pore
13:11
Gerald Giam: Inequality must be tackled like racial, religious harmony with bold levelling policies
03:47
Muhaimin in Malay speech at Debate on President’s Address: stronger support for marginalised
09:33
Cassandra Lee: Govt ‘determined’ to help young parents, best time in S’pore to raise family
02:21
Muhaimin questions ECDA childminding pilot low uptake; Goh Pei Ming says scheme still in early phase
14:36
Muhaimin urges stronger action on housing, rehabilitation and education to close social gaps
20:30
David Hoe: Building a more inclusive Singapore with 'Curiosity Credits' and safer schools
03:19
ScamShield hotline to expand language support by 2026, MPs flag seniors’ accessibility needs
04:43
Shawn Loh: Govt should weigh public anxieties on cost of living; Indranee cites data-first basis
04:12
Shawn Huang: 1 in 3 workers reported stress or burnout in 2024, MOM data shows
09:27
Sylvia Lim: Ill health not licence to escape jail; Faishal defends SPS inmate healthcare system
02:31
Eileen Chong calls for equal childcare subsidies, paid caregiving leave to support all families
22:11
MPs call for broader SkillsFuture support as MOE reports 55% SCTP job placement within 6 months
11:59
Govt assures drivers on AV rollout; training, safeguards in place as Punggol trials begin
02:44
Victor Lye warns against populism; Dennis Tan reaffirms WP’s rejection of foreign influence
03:30
Netizens split over Jamus Lim’s COE discount proposal, Jeffrey Siow defends market system
19:46
Jamus Lim: Policies must balance efficiency with fairness to ensure dignity for all Singaporeans
05:01
Jamus Lim, Jeffrey Siow spar over COE fairness and transport priorities in Parliament debate
40:46
PM Wong: Govt will keep social mobility alive, build Singapore with youths and future in mind
18:44
HDB may acquire private shops, expand direct rentals to keep costs affordable, says Sun Xueling
17:12
Chee Hong Tat says Vers should avoid lottery effect and remain a renewal programme
13:07
NCMP Eileen Chong calls for stronger support for caregivers, youth resilience and seniors’ dignity
22:47
Goh Hanyan defends SEHC model in parliament, stressing balance of affordability and hawker welfare
06:26
Mariam Jaafar, Fadli Fawzi spar in Parliament over meritocracy and support for vulnerable families
19:19
MPs seek safeguards on health insurers; Rahayu Mahzam urges balance to prevent higher costs
07:00
Shawn Loh, Andre Low clash over redundancy insurance vs jobseeker support in Parliament debate
07:28
Rahayu Mahzam: More regulation on health insurers may worsen costs, premiums & sustainability issues
21:30
Rahayu Mahzam: Fewer visitors and high costs drove move of Geylang East Library
03:37
Eileen Chong queries CCE impact, Desmond Lee says measuring outcomes complex, urges stronger parent
01:28
Louis Chua presses MOE on bullying; Desmond Lee outlines support & reforms by 2026
01:02
Charlene Chen flags school bullying cover-up risks; Desmond Lee says probes must be case-specific
21:51
Ong Ye Kung, Pritam Singh spar over WP’s role, alternatives & PAP’s openness in Parliament
14:22
Fadli Fawzi calls for dignity first policies and a fairer approach to meritocracy
02:52
David Hoe questions home suspension for bullies; Desmond Lee says in-school option also in place
16:42
Andre Low urges redundancy insurance, housing reforms to shield Singaporeans from AI disruption
12:43
Louis Chua Singapore must pursue inclusive growth, not just bigger GDP numbers
34:56
MPs call for stronger anti-bullying measures; Desmond Lee stresses restorative discipline
14:03
Desmond Lee: School bullying discipline must be educative, restorative; MOE review ongoing till 2026
03:59
Lim Tean to represent Kenneth Jeyaretnam to contest against Calvin Cheng’s lawsuit
11:24
He Ting Ru: “The Power of Us” in Building a Kinder, Stronger Singapore
25:11
COE fairness debate: Jamus Lim’s proposal vs Government’s stand
21:45
Pritam Singh urges balance of collective good and individual rights in President’s Address debate
15:42
Pritam Singh renews call for Palestine recognition; Vivian Balakrishnan stresses realism in policy
27:50
Singapore may reconsider recognition of Palestine as Gaza crisis deepens, says Vivian Balakrishnan
19:13
Jeffrey Siow: MRT among world’s most reliable; LTA issued avg 4 fines yearly for major disruptions