The People’s Action Party continued its six-decade reign, as was widely expected. But many had anticipated it to lose more ground to the opposition.
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Why Driving in Singapore Is Like ‘Wearing a Rolex’
The city-state, where it costs up to $84,000 just for the right to own a car, is one of the most expensive places to drive. That is by design.
Pritam Singh, Singapore Opposition Leader, Found Guilty of Lying Under Oath
In a blow to the Workers’ Party, its leader, Pritam Singh, was fined for lying under oath to Parliament.
Lunar New Year 2025 Photos: See Year of the Snake Celebrations Across Asia
More than a billion people around the world are celebrating the Lunar New Year.
Why Singapore’s First Family Is Locked in a Bitter Feud Over a House
A son of the country’s founding father says he has been persecuted by the government because of a feud with his older brother, who until May was prime minister.
At COP29, ‘Sewage Beer’ Is Just Fine
The hoppy pilsner from Singapore, where freshwater is scarce, is part of an effort to promote recycling solutions.
Why Michael Learns to Rock Is Big in Asia
Michael Learns to Rock hoped for success west of their native Denmark. But for 30 years, they’ve had a devoted following on the other side of the world.
Why Michael Learns to Rock Is Big in Asia
Michael Learns to Rock hoped for success west of their native Denmark. But for 30 years, they’ve had a devoted following on the other side of the world.
A Messy Problem in Orderly Singapore: Keeping Track of Cats
The reversal of a 35-year ban on cats in public housing won’t be a quick fix for cat-related problems. It’s not even clear how many cats live in the city-state.
Son of Singapore’s First Prime Minister Says He Is Granted Asylum in the U.K.
Lee Hsien Yang accused his brother, a former prime minister, of persecuting him politically, inflaming the feud in Singapore’s first family.