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Pofma orders issued to The Online Citizen, YouTube channel over Ridout Road property claims

Pofma orders issued to The Online Citizen, YouTube channel over Ridout Road property claims

Both publications are required to publish correction notices on their original publications and related social media posts.

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Former NMPs raise concerns over how members’ resignations ahead of GE2025 could impact scheme

Former NMPs raise concerns over how members’ resignations ahead of GE2025 could impact scheme

Lawyer Raj Joshua Thomas and psychiatrist Syed Harun Alhabsyi submitted their resignations to the Speaker of Parliament around noon on Feb 14, fuelling speculation that they will stand in the upcoming general election expected mid-year.

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WP chief Pritam Singh will keep Parliament seat after fine: Speaker

WP chief Pritam Singh will keep Parliament seat after fine: Speaker

Mr Seah’s statement reiterated a Feb 17 clarification by the Elections Department.which said Mr Singh would not lose his seat or be banned from standing in the upcoming general election as his sentences had not reached the threshold for disqualification.

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ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach threshold to disqualify him as an MP

ELD confirms sentence imposed on Pritam Singh does not reach threshold to disqualify him as an MP

The clarification came after Pritam Singh was found guilty on two counts of lying under oath to the Parliament’s Committee of Privileges.

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WP chief Pritam Singh fined $7,000 for each of two charges after conviction for lying to committee

WP chief Pritam Singh fined $7,000 for each of two charges after conviction for lying to committee

WP chief fined $7,000 for each of his two charges; judge says he 'wilfully' lied to Committee of Privileges; Elections Department confirmed that the sentence imposed on Singh does not reach the threshold to disqualify him as an MP.

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WP chief Pritam Singh’s verdict expected on Feb 17

WP chief Pritam Singh’s verdict expected on Feb 17

Pritam Singh, who is Leader of the Opposition, is contesting two charges for allegedly lying to the Committee of Privileges.

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Nominated MPs Raj Joshua Thomas, Syed Harun Alhabsyi resign from their posts ahead of GE2025

Nominated MPs Raj Joshua Thomas, Syed Harun Alhabsyi resign from their posts ahead of GE2025

This is the first time any Nominated Members of Parliament has done so before the end of his term.

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MFA director-general loses appeal against jail term for lying over attempted misuse of diplomatic bags

MFA director-general loses appeal against jail term for lying over attempted misuse of diplomatic bags

Gilbert Oh Hin Kwan, 46, was sentenced to a week in jail by a district judge in May 2024, and the court found that the district judge was not wrong in finding that Oh’s culpability was high, and that a custodial term was justified.

S’pore will use Fica and Pofma if there is social media manipulation during GE: Sun Xueling

S’pore will use Fica and Pofma if there is social media manipulation during GE: Sun Xueling

The Government is aware that algorithms on social media platforms can be used to skew information that users see.

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Psychiatrist Ang Yong Guan suspended for overprescribing medication to patient who later died

Psychiatrist Ang Yong Guan suspended for overprescribing medication to patient who later died

Dr Ang Yong Guan was found guilty of three charges of professional misconduct in May 2024.

Foreign family members of GE candidates allowed to show support but cannot canvass for votes

Foreign family members of GE candidates allowed to show support but cannot canvass for votes

But the foreign family members should not actively canvass for political support or do anything that can be interpreted as an attempt to persuade or dissuade voters.

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New face spotted with PAP MPs in Nee Soon GRC ahead of GE2025

New face spotted with PAP MPs in Nee Soon GRC ahead of GE2025

Deryne Sim, 40, is an IP lawyer who specialises in media and entertainment.

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Transparency and governance key to Indonesia’s new sovereign fund sidestepping 1MDB pitfalls

Indonesia is set to launch Danantara, a new national investment agency aimed at optimizing state-owned enterprises and enhancing the country’s investment strategy. 

Trump presidency offers mixed bag for Thailand

Thailand's Finance Ministry has warned that Donald Trump's presidency could have both positive and negative implications for the country's economy. Pornchai Thiraveja, Director-General of the Fiscal Policy Office, highlighted that while Trump's policies might help attract investment in high-tech sectors, they could also lead to challenges such as rising inflation, declining exports, and increased market volatility.

Government rejects Income-Allianz insurance deal in current form, but door remains open to any new arrangement

The Singapore government has decided to terminate the proposed acquisition of Income Insurance by German insurer Allianz, citing that the transaction is “not in the public interest” in its current form. 

How the US election result can impact Việt Nam's exports

As the US presidential election approaches, businesses worldwide are closely monitoring the potential trade policy shifts that could follow, regardless of whether Republican Donald Trump or Democratic Kamala Harris emerges victorious. 

15th National Assembly Deputy Dương Văn Thái to Face Legal Proceedings

The National Assembly (NA) Standing Committee has approved the initiation of legal proceedings against Dương Văn Thái, a member of the 15th legislature.

Former Minister and Chairman of Government Office arrested

Mai Tiến Dũng, the former Minister and Chairman of the Government Office, has been arrested and is facing prosecution for allegations of power abuse during his tenure.

Lawmakers relieve Vương Đình Huệ from NA Chairman position

Mai Tiến Dũng, the former Minister and Chairman of the Government Office, has been arrested and is facing prosecution for allegations of power abuse during his tenure.


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