What's News: May 18, 2016
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A coroner's inquiry into the death of student Benjamin Lim Jun Hui began yesterday. Benjamin, 14, fell from the 14th-storey of his block in Yishun on Jan 26. He had been questioned by police earlier in the day at school.
WORLD
Mr Setya Novanto has emerged as the new chief of Indonesia's second-largest party, Golkar, as it attempts to move beyond a divisive leadership tussle that had lasted for more than a year. Mr Setya's victory marks a turnaround in his political career after he resigned as Speaker in December amid allegations of corruption.
SPORT
Russell Westbrook (with the ball) scored 27 points to lead Oklahoma City Thunder to a shock road victory over the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Western Conference finals opener on Monday. The 108-102 result was the reigning champions' first post-season defeat at home this season.
WORLD
De facto Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim has urged his Parti Keadilan Rakyat to resist teaming up with influential Umno figures in a campaign to unseat Prime Minister Najib Razak. He also called former premier Mahathir Mohamad's campaign "flawed".
OPINION
The Panama Papers have thrust the issue of tax evasion and tax havens into the spotlight. As Singapore names and companies feature on the list, scrutiny has fallen on the Republic's position. Singapore has a tough balancing act, says Business editor Lee Su Shyan.
HOME
Ministers and senior officials from Singapore and China met at the third Singapore-China Social Governance Forum yesterday. The biannual forum is a platform for both countries to exchange views on social policy and development.
HOME
Steps have been taken - literally - to improve accessibility in Bedok Centre. Wheelchair-friendly ramps have been installed along with new benches and lighting as part of the Housing Board's Remaking Our Heartland plans. Several estates around Singapore have been spruced up since 2007.
