If there’s any risk of an opposition wipeout in 2025 it’s because of Pritam Singh
Singapore's opposition has had one major source of problems this term: the leader of the Workers' Party.
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Despite being an MP Jamus Lim doesn’t know how company registration works
When an academic lecturer forgets to do his homework.
If PAP wants to stay in power it needs a central government communications office
It doesn't matter how good you are – the people you depend on for support have to see you as such too.
The only people upset about the NRIC controversy are the ones not affected by it
Whenever the "public" throws a tantrum about something you may almost certainly be sure they're wrong about it.
PAP will be hoping for Trump to go crazy in 2025
Trump's victory was one of few good stories for the PAP this year.
How Singapore’s opposition parties can beat the PAP - a guide
In Singapore, populism works only up to a point.
As Pritam Singh awaits February verdict, when will Lawrence Wong call the election?
Given the unique circumstances, it could very well be an election that shakes up local politics more than it usually would – and both sides can win and lose big.
What does Trump’s victory mean for Singapore?
While others are losing sleep over Trump, Singapore's government gets its well-deserved rest.
Lee Hsien Yang is the most embarrassing Singaporean in history - and not because of the Oxley dispute
It's ironic Singapore's weakest man was born out of the strongest.
Lee Hsien Yang will never see Singapore again
It would take an improbable alignment of conditions for Lee Hsien Yang to ever dream about his criminal investigation going away, permitting him a return to Singapore.
Five times Pritam’s lawyer had to be corrected by the judge
Andre Jumabhoy, representing Pritam Singh in court, appears to have tested the boundaries of defence during the last week's proceedings.
Will LHY demolish Oxley house to force PAP’s move ahead of GE? How could PAP respond?
With the death of Dr Lee Wei Ling the Oxley drama may now kick into a higher gear as the General Election is just around the corner.