Andy Thomas

WP Leader Pritam Singh Fined $14,000 for Lying to Parliamentary Committee 0
- Politics
- 02/17/2025
Convicted on Two Counts of Giving False Evidence, Singh Plans to Appeal SINGAPORE – Leader of the Workers’ Party (WP), Pritam Singh, has been fined a total of $14,000 after being found guilty on two counts of giving false testimony under oath to a parliamentary committee. Singh received the maximum fine of $7,000 for each
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Singapore’s Economic Growth for 2024 Surpasses Expectations, but 2025 Outlook Signals a Slower Pace 0
- Economy
- 02/14/2025
Economic Expansion Slows in 2025 Amid Global Challenges, Yet Jobs and Wages Expected to Remain Stable Singapore’s economy showed resilience in 2024, with a growth rate of 4.4%, surpassing earlier forecasts of 4%. This positive outcome is attributed to strong performances in various sectors, including manufacturing and trade-related services. However, the Ministry of Trade and
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Trump’s Plan for Reciprocal Tariffs: What It Means for US Trade Relations 0
- International
- 02/14/2025
The Potential Impact of Reciprocal Tariffs and Who Could Be Affected by These Measures US President Donald Trump’s proposal for “reciprocal tariffs” is stirring anticipation and concern. His plan aims to impose tariffs on US trade partners that mirror the tariffs those countries apply to American goods. While this could lead to negotiation opportunities and
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Fatal Explosion in Taiwan Mall Leaves Several Dead and Injured 0
- News
- 02/13/2025
Suspected Gas Leak Triggers Deadly Blast at Popular Taichung Department Store A suspected gas explosion at a well-known department store in Taichung, Taiwan, has resulted in at least four fatalities and numerous injuries. The explosion occurred on February 13 at the Shin Kong Mitsukoshi mall in the Xitun area, located on the 12th floor of
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