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  Have you noticed your electricity bill creeping up?  Wondering why running the same appliances costs you so much more now? Well, let me break it down for you—since the last General Election in 2020, electricity prices have skyrocketed by 46%! And guess what? Nobody’s really talking about it. But today, I will. This is not speculation, not politics—just cold, hard numbers that you can verify yourself. If you don’t believe me, Google the electricity prices from 2020 and compare them to 2025. Give Chicken Wing, Take Back Whole Chicken Theory"—Let’s see just how much has been taken back from us!" Ever since I started creating content, I kept hearing claims about the cost of living going up. So, I did my own research. The deeper I went, the more shocking it got. Let’s talk about electricity. In July 2020, during the elections, the tariff was 19.60 cents per kWh. Fast forward to March 2025, it’s now 28.12 cents per kWh. That’s an estimated 46% increase—after adding th...

  An elderly woman has been forced to vacate her home after a persistent water leak from the unit above left her flat uninhabitable for over two years. The issue, which originated from the unit above hers at Block 105 Henderson Crescent, has caused severe structural damage, affecting not only her home but also her neighbor's. The woman's 54-year-old son, Chen Jun, shared that the family has lived in the unit for five decades. The first leak occurred four years ago when a burst pipe flooded their kitchen. Despite repairing the damage and renovating the unit, the leak re-emerged two years later. At first, the family believed the issue was within their own home and reported it to the Housing and Development Board (HDB). However, investigations later revealed that the source was the unit above. To mitigate the issue, HDB suggested injecting polyurethane (PU) sealant as a temporary measure, and multiple rounds of injections were carried out. Despite these efforts, the water leakage ...

  The Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) has confirmed its intention to contest Marsiling-Yew Tee Group Representation Constituency (GRC) in the upcoming General Election, party chief Chee Soon Juan stated on March 30. This marks SDP’s third consecutive attempt at winning the GRC, where Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is the anchor Member of Parliament (MP). SDP had previously contested Marsiling-Yew Tee GRC in the 2015 and 2020 elections, securing 31.27% and 36.82% of the vote, respectively. With 119,352 voters in the constituency for the upcoming election, the party hopes to build on its previous performance. SDP treasurer Surayah Akbar has been actively engaging residents on social media, fueling speculation about her potential candidacy. However, Dr Chee remained non-committal when asked whether she would be fielded, stating that an official announcement would be made later. The party has been focusing on what Dr Chee calls a “northern strategy” for the 2025 election. This includ...

  The People’s Action Party (PAP) has been actively engaging residents in Sengkang GRC, with a new team of potential candidates working the ground since 2022. This comes as the party seeks to regain the constituency it lost in the 2020 General Election. Former senior minister of state Lam Pin Min, who was part of the losing team in 2020, has continued to be active in Sengkang West. He is now joined by new PAP branch chairpersons—Theodora Lai, Associate Professor Elmie Nekmat, and Bernadette Giam. During a walkabout on March 30, Dr Lam emphasized the team’s commitment to engaging residents. He noted that despite being a new team, they had been walking the ground consistently over the past few years. He acknowledged that reclaiming a constituency is always a challenge, but the team’s dedication speaks for itself. Ms Lai, 39, is a principal at private equity firm Tembusu Partners, while Prof Elmie, 43, is a communications and new media academic. Mrs Giam, 38, is a director at local fo...

  A 55-year-old man was taken to the hospital following a road accident outside an eatery on Jalan Kayu on March 29. The incident occurred at around 8:55 AM and involved two cars. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) were alerted at the same time. SCDF paramedics responded to the scene at 246 Jalan Kayu and transported the injured man to Sengkang General Hospital. According to the police, he was conscious when taken to the hospital. A 52-year-old man, who was driving one of the cars involved, sustained minor injuries but declined medical assistance. He is currently assisting the police with their investigations. Videos of the accident circulating online captured the moment of impact. In the footage, diners at a nearby eatery are seen seated when a black car suddenly crashes into a lamp-post. The collision causes the lamp-post to fall onto the road, partially obstructing Jalan Kayu. Further clips show a man lying on the ground with another in...

  On March 28, Myanmar was struck by a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7, leading to significant destruction and loss of life. In response to Myanmar’s request for humanitarian aid, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) deployed its Operation Lionheart (OLH) contingent to assist in search and rescue operations. The 80-member team, led by Colonel Tay Zhi Wei, departed from Changi Airport on March 29 at approximately 1:20 PM. This specialized team consists of highly trained personnel, including members of the Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART), Operationally Ready National Servicemen (ORNS), full-time National Servicemen medical doctors, paramedics, hazardous materials specialists, and search specialists with four canines. These professionals are equipped to handle emergency situations in disaster-stricken areas. Preparation for the mission began early on March 29 at SCDF Headquarters, where team members conducted briefings and gathered essential equipment for th...

  Have you ever felt like you’re paying more for everything but can’t quite put your finger on how much? Well, what if I told you that since the last General Election in 2020, your water bill alone has gone up by a ridiculous 20%—and there’s more to come? This isn’t speculation. These are facts. Facts that, for some reason, aren’t being widely talked about. And today, I’m going to break it all down for you. Give Chicken Wing, Take Back Whole Chicken! Let’s see just how much has been taken back since 2020! Since becoming a content creator, I’ve heard the opposition warning about the rising cost of living. Curious, I did my own digging. What I found was shocking—the cost of essentials has skyrocketed, yet many people don’t even realize the true extent of it. Let’s start with water. The price per 1000 litres went up by 20 cents in 2024, and in April 2025, it’ll jump another 30 cents. That’s a total of 50 cents per 1000 litres. Sounds small, right? But when you add GST and look at y...

  A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck northwest Myanmar on March 28, sending shockwaves across Thailand, Vietnam, and Malaysia. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported the quake struck near Sagaing at a shallow depth, followed by a 6.4-magnitude aftershock minutes later. The tremors led to major destruction in Myanmar and Thailand, killing at least four people and trapping dozens under a collapsed high-rise building in Bangkok. Thailand: Skyscraper Collapse in Bangkok The quake caused severe tremors in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, leading to a 30-storey building collapse at a construction site. The under-construction skyscraper, intended for government offices, crumbled within seconds, trapping 43 workers inside. Emergency teams rushed to the scene, managing to rescue dozens while confirming one fatality. Bangkok’s deputy police chief, Worapat Sukthai, reported that rescue workers heard cries for help beneath the rubble. Officials estimate that hundreds might ...

  Mohamed Rashid Ahmad, a 70-year-old customer service officer deployed at Woodlands Checkpoint, was sentenced to five months’ jail on March 28 for molesting an 18-year-old Chinese tourist while assisting her with her SG Arrival Card. Rashid, an employee of Forte Employment Services, was stationed at an area designated for passengers filling out arrival cards at the checkpoint. On July 26, 2024, the victim, her mother, and aunt arrived in Singapore for a day trip before heading to Malaysia. While her relatives cleared immigration via automated lanes, the victim faced issues with her arrival card and sought help from Rashid. As she entered her details on a tablet, Rashid repeatedly tapped her groin with the back of his hand. Initially dismissing it as accidental, the victim grew uncomfortable when he persisted. When she stepped back, Rashid pushed her forward by placing his hand behind her back, bringing her closer before continuing to touch her inappropriate...

  On March 27, a 64-year-old married man, Ong Eng Siew, was sentenced to 13 years and eight months in jail for stabbing and slashing his former lover’s new boyfriend, Mr Ku Teck Eng, at a Choa Chu Kang void deck in June 2021. Ong also assaulted his former lover, identified as Berlin, during the attack. Ong pleaded guilty to attempted murder and voluntarily causing hurt, with three additional charges taken into consideration. The prosecution sought up to 12 years and 10 weeks in jail, while the defense argued for seven to eight years. The court heard that Ong was in a 1.5-year relationship with Berlin from November 2019. In September 2020, she discovered he was married and confronted him, but he falsely claimed to be separated. Their relationship deteriorated, and Berlin ended things in April 2021. She soon started dating Mr Ku, which enraged Ong. From May 2021, Ong harassed Berlin with messages and calls, sometimes appearing in person while intoxicated. In one incident, he physi...