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Samuel Devaraj

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A journalist since 2020, Samuel has parachuted from a plane in Singapore with the army, travelled to earthquake-hit Turkey and gone zip lining in Canada. Previously a crime reporter, his areas of focus now are politics, defence and security-related issues.

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Local NGOs do not need Govt’s endorsement to register in Gaza, Singapore authorities say

The Singapore Government encourages Singaporeans to continue supporting humanitarian efforts for Gaza through “credible channels”.
The Singapore Government encourages Singaporeans to continue supporting humanitarian efforts for Gaza through “credible channels”.

RSIS must help Singapore stay one step ahead in a more unpredictable world: Chan Chun Sing

Singapore must deeply understand the worldviews and ambitions of major powers like the US and China to remain relevant, said Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing.
Singapore must deeply understand the worldviews and ambitions of major powers like the US and China to remain relevant, said Defence Minister Chan Chun Sing.

Support group founder who empowers cardiac patients to heal together among S’pore’s silent heroes

Magdalene Chia was one of five everyday individuals honored at the 13th Singapore Silent Heroes Awards, receiving the Heart of Humanity accolade.
Magdalene Chia was one of five everyday individuals honored at the 13th Singapore Silent Heroes Awards, receiving the Heart of Humanity accolade.

Crowds at open-air diners, parks thin out as air quality deteriorates on Sept 19

At the East Coast Lagoon Food Village, there were few people queuing for food and several empty tables, a stark contrast to the bustling crowds seen on a typical weekend. 
At the East Coast Lagoon Food Village, there were few people queuing for food and several empty tables, a stark contrast to the bustling crowds seen on a typical weekend. 

CDCs play important role in closing local gaps, trying new ideas: PM Wong

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (centre) and North West District mayor Alex Yam (left) at an event marking the appointment of 62 district councillors to North West CDC’s 10th council term.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong (centre) and North West District mayor Alex Yam (left) at an event marking the appointment of 62 district councillors to North West CDC’s 10th council term.

Teo Chee Hean receives NTU honorary degree for contributions to Singapore across several roles

Senior adviser in the Prime Minister’s Office Teo Chee Hean speaking at the Conferment of Honorary Doctorate ceremony at NTU on Aug 26.
Senior adviser in the Prime Minister’s Office Teo Chee Hean speaking at the Conferment of Honorary Doctorate ceremony at NTU on Aug 26.

Singapore, Ecuador ink deal to cooperate in human development

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (right) and Ecuador President Daniel Noboa Azin during the state banquet at Goodwood Park Hotel on Aug 24.
President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (right) and Ecuador President Daniel Noboa Azin during the state banquet at Goodwood Park Hotel on Aug 24.

NDR 2026 gives S’poreans reasons to be confident in the future despite external uncertainty: Analysts

While the star of PM Lawrence Wong’s Rally speech was the announcement of a major reset of family support measures, he also provided a careful assessment of how Singapore will deal with both geopolitical and technological risks on its own terms.
While the star of PM Lawrence Wong’s Rally speech was the announcement of a major reset of family support measures, he also provided a careful assessment of how Singapore will deal with both geopolitical and technological risks on its own terms.

More childcare leave, BTO income ceiling raised: 10 highlights from PM Wong’s National Day Rally speech

From more childcare leave to more financial support for each S’porean child, here are 10 highlights from PM Wong’s speech.
From more childcare leave to more financial support for each S’porean child, here are 10 highlights from PM Wong’s speech.

Ecuador President to make South American country’s first state visit to Singapore

Ecuador‘s President Daniel Noboa Azin will make a two-day state visit to Singapore, the first by a head of state from the South American country to the Republic.
Ecuador‘s President Daniel Noboa Azin will make a two-day state visit to Singapore, the first by a head of state from the South American country to the Republic.

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