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INDONESIAN FAMILY BUYS THREE LUXURIOUS BUNGALOWS ON SINGAPORE’S NASSIM ROAD FOR
S$206.7 MILLION

Yee Loon - April 26, 2023


22-YEAR-OLD MALAYSIAN STUDENT FOUND DEAD AFTER GOING MISSING FOR OVER 28 HOURS,
LEAVING FAREWELL NOTE TO FAMILY


IRAS OFFERS REWARD FOR WHISTLE-BLOWERS ON PRIVATE PROPERTY BUYERS EVADING ABSD


SINGAPORE’S MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS REFUTES REPORTS ON 3,500 HIGH-NET-WORTH
INDIVIDUALS CITIZENSHIP APPLICANTS AS MISLEADING


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LATEST NEWS

AFP



THAI WOMAN CHARGED WITH CYANIDE MURDER AS LIST OF VICTIMS GROWS

The Online Citizen - April 27, 2023 0
Thai police have charged Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn with premeditated murder and
increased the number of victims to 13 in the ongoing cyanide poisoning
investigation. Police suspect the motive was money, but have also noted that
Sararat has previously been diagnosed with psychiatric issues. They found a
substance believed to be cyanide in her home and suspect she poisoned victims'
food and drink. Sararat is four months pregnant and experiencing stress, blurry
eyes, and headaches. Her police officer husband and other witnesses have been
interviewed, and police urge the public to provide information on potential
cases.


JOHOR CHIEF MINISTER EXPRESSES DISSATISFACTION OVER CLOSURE OF MANY IMMIGRATION
COUNTERS AT JB CHECKPOINT

April 27, 2023


EX-HEADMASTER LOSES DEATH SENTENCE APPEAL OVER THAI SHOOTING

April 27, 2023


CHINA WARNS US AND SOUTH KOREA AGAINST ‘PROVOKING CONFRONTATION’ WITH NORTH
KOREA

April 27, 2023


ELDERLY COVID-19 PATIENT DIES FROM ANAPHYLAXIS, ALLEGEDLY CAUSED BY LIANHUA
QINGWEN

April 27, 2023


UK DRUGMAKER ASTRAZENECA LOGS SOARING PROFIT

April 27, 2023
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OPINION


MINISTER K SHANMUGAM’S CONTRADICTORY STANCE ON PUBLIC STATEMENTS MADE OUTSIDE
PARLIAMENT RAISES QUESTIONS

Terry Xu - April 27, 2023 11
In this piece, Terry Xu discusses Minister K Shanmugam's contradictory stance on
public statements made outside Parliament, raising concerns about possible
double standards. While Mr Shanmugam criticized Leong Mun Wai for a Facebook
post, he later shared Chee Hong Tat's commentary, which criticised Workers'
Party's exchange with MPs from People's Action Party, creating speculation about
the Minister's consistency in applying standards to different individuals.


MINISTER PULLED OFF TWO HEAD SCRATCHERS AND ONE DEFLECTION

Augustine Low - April 26, 2023 57
Opinion piece by Augustine Low on Minister Edwin Tong's response to the proposal
of an English test for citizenship in Singapore and his comments on high rental
at Geylang Serai Ramadan bazaar. His statement that a significant proportion of
Singaporeans throughout history have not been able to speak English well and his
example of his 96-year-old grandmother not being able to pass the test are
considered irrelevant and deflections from the issue. Additionally, his response
to the issue of high rental rates for trade fairs and bazaars has been
criticized as a deflection rather than addressing the problem.


DISADVANTAGES OF SINGAPORE AS AN EGG FREEZING DESTINATION FOR MAINLAND CHINA
PATIENTS

The Online Citizen - April 24, 2023 5
Singapore's upcoming social egg-freezing policy could attract medical tourists
from China, where it is likely to remain banned, opined Dr Alexis Heng Boon
Chin, an Associate Professor of Biomedical Science at Peking University, China.
He notes that rising costs of living and childcare in many large Chinese cities
mean women are increasingly delaying motherhood for career pursuits. Many could
benefit from overseas egg freezing but restrictions, such as a maximum age of 35
and a requirement to be married, may hinder Singapore from tapping into this
market. Dr Chin also notes that Singapore doesn't permit preimplantation genetic
testing - Aneuploidy (PGT-A), which could lead to a loss of Chinese medical
tourists to other countries.


HOW DID AN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR OF LAW’S ARTICLE ON PSP IN THE STRAITS TIMES...

The Online Citizen - April 24, 2023 64
The opinion piece by Kok Ming Cheang criticizes an article written by Eugene
Tan, an Associate Professor of Law, which was published in The Straits Times.
The author argues that Tan's analysis of the Progress Singapore Party and its
new Secretary-General, Leong Mun Wai, is flawed and biased. The author suggests
that his descriptions of Leong and the party are unfair and inaccurate. The
article is seen as a personal attack rather than an objective discourse on
Singapore's political landscape.


DON’T EXPECT THE PAP TO CHANGE THEIR PLAYBOOK

Augustine Low - April 23, 2023 94
In his recent opinion piece, Augustine Low criticizes the People's Action Party
(PAP) for sticking to their old playbook and failing to bring about change and
reinvention. Despite all the talk of change, the PAP cannot bring itself to
ditch the playbook that it has relied on for decades. Low argues that the PAP
preys on insecurity, vulnerability, and division, and promulgates the idea that
it is indispensable to a glorious one-party system. Low highlights Prime
Minister Lee Hsien Loong's speech in which he outlined various "storms" that
Singapore faces, calling it out of sorts messaging. PM Lee called on
Singaporeans to stay united as one people, which really meant to unite as one
behind the PAP. The Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stuck to the playbook as
well, warning that the PAP might not win the next election and taking a potshot
at the opposition. Low argues that those who still hope for change from the PAP
are hoping in vain. The onus is on the people to change, and as long as they
keep giving the PAP their parliamentary supermajority, the PAP sees no need to
change. Low believes that it is time for the people to take responsibility and
change the status quo.



NAJIB CAN BE LIABILITY TO UMNO TO WIN BACK MALAY SUPPORT AS THEY PUSH FOR HIS
ROYAL PARDON, SAYS POLITICAL ANALYST

Yee Loon - April 21, 2023


THE FIRST EXECUTION NOTICE OF 2023


PM ANWAR COULD PROPEL HUMAN RIGHTS AT THE CENTER OF A GLOBAL CONVERSATION


MALAYSIA TAKES SIGNIFICANT STEP TOWARDS ABOLITION OF DEATH PENALTY, SAY
ACTIVISTS


INVESTMENT FROM CHINA A BOON FOR ANWAR’S ADMINISTRATION, BUT MALAYSIA MUST BE
CAUTIOUS



POLITICS


MINISTER K SHANMUGAM’S CONTRADICTORY STANCE ON PUBLIC STATEMENTS MADE OUTSIDE
PARLIAMENT RAISES QUESTIONS

Terry Xu - April 27, 2023 11
In this piece, Terry Xu discusses Minister K Shanmugam's contradictory stance on
public statements made outside Parliament, raising concerns about possible
double standards. While Mr Shanmugam criticized Leong Mun Wai for a Facebook
post, he later shared Chee Hong Tat's commentary, which criticised Workers'
Party's exchange with MPs from People's Action Party, creating speculation about
the Minister's consistency in applying standards to different individuals.


WHY ARE THE US AND CHINA FIGHTING OVER CHIPS?

The Online Citizen - April 26, 2023 14
The US has blocked China's access to advanced semiconductors, citing national
security. Semiconductors are crucial to the development of advanced technology
and weapons, making them a key target. Chinese chip companies stockpiled
components ahead of the US export controls, but the sanctions have started to
hurt, drying up China's talent pool and forcing companies to slash jobs and
freeze expansion plans. China has reacted with defiance and vowed to accelerate
its efforts to become self-reliant on semiconductors, but experts say it may
take much longer to achieve its goal in the face of such curbs.


WORKERS’ PARTY RESPONDS TO COMMENTARY BY SENIOR MINISTER OF STATE OVER
ALLEGATIONS ON PARTY’S...

The Online Citizen - April 26, 2023 24
The Workers' Party (WP) has responded to Senior Minister of State for Finance
and Transport Chee Hong Tat's commentary on their change in stance on Goods &
Services Tax (GST). The WP expressed surprise that Mr Chee did not raise his
concerns in Parliament if he was unsatisfied with the replies from its Members
of Parliament. The party also pointed out that they had never called for a
reduction of GST from 7% to 0%. The WP called on Mr Chee to debate their
positions in Parliament, stating that it is not an unreasonable expectation for
any serious government around the world.


CHINA CHARGES TAIWANESE MAN WITH ‘SECESSION’

The Online Citizen - April 25, 2023 4
Taiwanese man Yang Chih-yuan, who was held by Chinese authorities for eight
months, has been charged with "secession", a move condemned by Taipei as a
violation of rights aimed at creating fear. Yang is vice-chair of a minor
political party that advocates Taiwan's independence. Beijing has increased
pressure on Taiwan since President Tsai Ing-wen's 2016 election and has arrested
several Taiwanese people, including Yang. Taiwan's government has urged China to
release Yang and to "cautiously evaluate the risk" of going to China.


SOUTH KOREAN PRESIDENT’S OFFICE DEFENDS HIS VIRAL JAPAN COMMENTS

The Online Citizen - April 25, 2023 7
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces backlash after comments about Japan
not needing to "kneel down" to improve ties amid unresolved historical issues.
Yoon's office clarified that he meant that improving relations did not require
Japan to "kneel down" but rather cooperate in regional security, sparking
criticism from victims of Japan's wartime forced labor.

COMMUNITY


67-YEAR-OLD MALAYSIAN FATHER RIDES TO SINGAPORE TWICE A MONTH TO VISIT SON IN
CHANGI PRISON

Yee Loon - April 26, 2023 1


MSF REPORTS 40% DECREASE IN ROUGH SLEEPERS, BUT TEMPORARY SHELTER OCCUPANCY...

April 26, 2023


EDWIN TONG SAYS TENDER FOR RAMADAN BAZAAR IS TO GET BIDDER...

April 25, 2023


65-YEAR-OLD LAWAS CANCER PATIENT WHOSE IDENTITY CARD SEIZED BY MALAYSIA’S
AUTHORITY...

April 25, 2023


22-YEAR-OLD MALAYSIAN STUDENT FOUND DEAD AFTER GOING MISSING FOR OVER 28...

April 25, 2023


14-YEAR-OLD ARRESTED FOR STEALING $20,000 WORTH OF GOLD CHAINS FROM JEWELRY...

April 25, 2023


SCRAMBLE FOR PUBLIC TOILET PAPER IN CHINA LEAVES FOREIGN NETIZENS STUNNED

April 24, 2023

ASIA


CHINESE SPIRIT MAKER ZJLD’S IPO RAISES HK$4.5 BILLION DESPITE ROCKY START...

April 27, 2023


PM ANWAR COULD PROPEL HUMAN RIGHTS AT THE CENTER OF A...

April 18, 2023


TIBET GOVT-IN-EXILE DEFENDS DALAI LAMA’S “INNOCENT GRANDFATHERLY AFFECTIONATE
DEMEANOR”, ACCUSES “PRO-CHINESE...

April 14, 2023


NORTH KOREA FIRES ‘MEDIUM RANGE OR LONGER’ BALLISTIC MISSILE

April 13, 2023


HRW URGES BANGLADESH TO HALT ROHINGYA REPATRIATION PLAN

March 31, 2023


NORTH KOREA SAYS IT TESTED NEW UNDERWATER NUCLEAR ATTACK ‘DRONE’

March 24, 2023


ARREST WARRANT SUSPENDED FOR EX-PAKISTAN PM KHAN

March 17, 2023


CIVIC SPACE IN SINGAPORE STILL RATED AS ‘REPRESSED’ AS NEW REPORT...

March 16, 2023


PAKISTAN EX-PM KHAN DEFIES ARREST AS SUPPORTERS CLASH WITH POLICE

March 15, 2023


MICHELLE YEOH MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST ASIAN TO WIN BEST ACTRESS...

March 13, 2023


WOMEN RALLY IN PAKISTAN AFTER LEGAL CHALLENGES

March 8, 2023


VO VAN THUONG CONFIRMED AS NEW VIETNAM PRESIDENT

March 2, 2023



LAWYER M RAVI TO REPRESENT S’POREAN FACING DEATH PENALTY IN VIETNAM PRO BONO

The Online Citizen - December 28, 2020


CIVIC SPACE IN SINGAPORE STILL RATED AS ‘REPRESSED’ AS NEW REPORT HIGHLIGHTS
INCREASING CRACKDOWN ON CIVIC FREEDOMS ACROSS ASIA


MICHELLE YEOH MAKES HISTORY AS FIRST ASIAN TO WIN BEST ACTRESS OSCAR


TIBET GOVT-IN-EXILE DEFENDS DALAI LAMA’S “INNOCENT GRANDFATHERLY AFFECTIONATE
DEMEANOR”, ACCUSES “PRO-CHINESE SOURCES” FOR VIRAL VIDEO



LIFESTYLE


‘EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE’ CLAIMS EARLY OSCARS AS GALA KICKS OFF WITH SLAP...

The Online Citizen - March 13, 2023 1
The sci-fi film "Everything Everywhere All at Once" won early prizes at the
Oscars, including best supporting actor and actress for Ke Huy Quan and Jamie
Lee Curtis. The film, which features multiple universes and hot dog fingers, has
grossed $100 million at the box office and leads the overall nominations count,
with 11. Another strong contender for best picture is "Top Gun: Maverick," while
the lead acting contests are expected to be incredibly tight. The Oscars hope
nominations for popular blockbusters will bring viewers back and improve
ratings.


GETTY IMAGES TARGETS AI FIRM FOR ‘COPYING’ PHOTOS

January 17, 2023


PRC IMMIGRANTS DRIVING UP SENTOSA GOLF CLUB MEMBERSHIP PRICE TO S$840,000

December 18, 2022


RECESSION? WHAT RECESSION? MALAYSIAN PARENT BUYS PORSCHE AS GIFT FOR
DAUGHTER’S...

November 4, 2022


ACROSS GENERATIONS, SHOPPERS IN SINGAPORE ARE KEEN TO SUPPORT LOCAL
BUSINESSES:...

June 9, 2021


SINGAPORE’S PRODUCT INTERESTS “THE MOST INFLUENCED” BY CELEBRITIES FROM WESTERN
POP...

June 3, 2021


MISS MEXICO CROWNED MISS UNIVERSE 2021; MYANMAR’S CONTESTANT PLEADS: ‘OUR
PEOPLE...

May 17, 2021

ARTS & CULTURE


MALAYSIAN ACTRESS MICHELLE YEOH RECEIVES WARM HOMECOMING RECEPTION AFTER
HISTORIC OSCAR WIN

Yee Loon - April 20, 2023 3
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a visit from Tan Sri Michelle
Yeoh, the first Malaysian actress to win the Best Actress trophy at the 95th
Academy Awards (Oscars). On Thursday (20 Apr) morning, the meeting was shared on
Anwar’s official Instagram story. In the post, Anwar also expressed his
gratitude to the Hollywood actress, born in Ipoh, Perak, for bringing the trophy
she won through the film Everything Everywhere All At Once back to Malaysia.


SEASONED BUSKER FORCED TO SPEND S$2K ON FLIGHT BACK TO SINGAPORE TO RENEW
PERMIT;...

Yee Loon - April 18, 2023 11
Singaporean busker, Jonathan Goh, has criticised the National Arts Council (NAC)
for the difficulties he faced in renewing his busking permit. Previously,
experienced buskers were granted a two-year permit, but the NAC changed it to a
one-year validity for everyone after lifting busking restrictions last year.
Despite being a seasoned performer, Mr Goh is required to undergo a physical
audition for five minutes in front of a panel of judges to assess his street
performance skills, which he believes is outdated. The NAC defended the physical
auditions to provide "fair and open opportunities for everyone".


SINGAPORE’S MEDIACORP DEFENDS DRAMA SERIES “SILENT WALLS” AGAINST ACCUSATIONS OF
HARMFUL GAY STEREOTYPES

Yee Loon - April 6, 2023 3
Mediacorp's TV drama "Silent Walls" has received criticism from some members of
the LGBTQ community for perpetuating harmful gay stereotypes. The criticism was
primarily driven by an article from online LGBTQ+ publication Dear Straight
People, which called out the relationship between two characters, citing their
"problematic" large age gap as well as reinforcing the harmful stereotype that
gay men are predators and groomers. The storyline was also criticized for
implying that gay men are all diseased and promiscuous, suggesting that gay
couples will always meet a tragic fate.


BOOK DEPOSITORY TO CLOSE ITS DOORS ON 26 APRIL 2023, LEAVING BOOK LOVERS
WORLDWIDE...

Yee Loon - April 5, 2023 0
Book Depository, the popular online bookstore known for its vast collection of
over 20 million books and free worldwide delivery, will be closing its doors on
26 April 2023, with orders accepted until midday on the closing date. The
company had gained popularity for its unique mantra of "selling 'less of more'
rather than 'more of less'," offering a wide variety of genres and topics.


NETIZENS LAMBASTED SIM ANN FOR HER LACK OF SOCIAL ETIQUETTE IN DISRUPTION OF
LIVE...

Yee Loon - March 30, 2023 11
SINGAPORE — Netizens have expressed harsh criticism in relation to the recent
controversy over an incident at an Esplanade event on 25 March involving...

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