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These disbursements are GST Voucher (GSTV) scheme, which helps to permanently defray GST expenses for lower- to middle-income S'poreans as cope with hike in goods & services tax over the past two years. In January 2023, the GST rate increased from 7% to 8%, be4 jumping to 9% cent at the start of 2024. 2024 GSTV disbursements, which were first announced by PM Lawrence Wong in February 2023, will amount to $1.4 billion, which is around $200 million more than in 2023,

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Those who have not previously signed up for the GSTV Scheme can do so at the govbenefits website by July 9. Citizens who sign up after this date and by June 20, 2025, will receive their payments by the end of the following month.

The ministry encouraged citizens to link their NRIC to funds transfer service PayNow by July 22, as this would allow them to receive their handouts in early August. Twelve banks here, including DBS Bank and UOB, are linked to PayNow.

Those without PayNow-NRIC linked bank accounts can update their bank account information at the govbenefits website by July 26.

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If above SGD$34,000  none...

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GST go up by first by 1% then to 2 % increased. We all got only chicken wing, later gave by a whole chick...

1.5 mil S'poreans to get upto $850 in August to cope with rising costs. Or Adult S'poreans will receive $450 or $850 in cash in August to help with (their daily living expenses), ministry of Finance (MOF) said July 4. ✓Those living in homes with annual values of up to $21,000 will get $850. And those... Clapping

✓Those with homes with annual values of more than $21,000 & upto $25,000, will receive $450...

On those above SGD$34,000.oo cents they?. Have or No Have?.?. Maybe they r rich.

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PM Wong congratulates Keir Starmer, Labour Party on UK general election victory. 

Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has written to Keir Starmer to congratulate him on his appointment as Britain's prime minister, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Friday (Jul 5). Mr Starmer's centre-left Labour Party swept to power after winning the general election on Friday, ending 14 years of right-wing Conservative rule by Rishi Sunak's party.

"I extend my warmest congratulations on Labour’s strong showing at the UK general election and your appointment as prime minister," said Mr Wong in a congratulatory letter to his counterpart.
"Your premiership comes at a time of significant global challenges, and the British people have placed their trust in your leadership by giving you a strong mandate to guide the country through these challenging times."

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapor...es-4459976

Macron plot still did not yield. his affiliated party a good stock, but not all the most majority like it that way. So far. Two quick elections in French europe election didn't go to the right. Meaning?.

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LKY and Robert Kuok's RAW insight on Jap.  

https://youtu.be/-FEEzDnZJkI?si=Mf0Fu-dSVka-x2-E

Year 1962 Singaporean integration referendum.
1 September 1962
OPTION A
Support merger giving Singapore autonomy in labour, education and other agreed matters as set out in Command Paper No. 33 of 1961, with Singapore citizens automatically becoming citizens of Malaysia.

OPTION B
Support complete and unconditional merger for Singapore as a state on an equal basis with the other eleven states in accordance with the Constitutional documents of the Federation of Malaya.

OPTION C
Support Singapore entering Malaysia on terms no less favourable than those given to the Borneo territories.

Results (Choice Votes %)
Option A 397,626 95.82%
Option B 9,422 2.27%
Option C 7,911 1.91%
Valid votes 414,959 73.89%

Invalid or blank votes 146,600 26.11%

Total votes 561,559 100.00%
Registered voters/turnout 619,867 90.59%

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About PM Wong young old school story...
https://youtube.com/shorts/ECRBZ0iYBNo?s...NHxCUi2S1B

PM Wong is still not born.When this happening in 1962. The Option A, which provided for the highest level of autonomy with special status, was the option selected on nearly 96% of valid ballots. 26% of voters cast blank or invalid ballots – mostly the former – meaning that Option A was selected by 71% of those who participated in the referendum, or by 64% of registered voters. 

The high number of blank votes are due to an attempted boycott by the Barisan Sosialis (Socialist Front) as there was no option that rejected integration entirely.

With results of referendum, the states of Malaya, Singapore as well as the crown colonies of North Borneo and Sarawak merged to form Federation of Malaysia. 

The union would prove tenuous due to various factors, and would end up lasting for just one year (1), ten (10) months and 24 days before Singapore ultimately became a fully sovereign country...

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My old Man pass to me, so today can sing & show.

https://youtu.be/sDPwHLvZwK4?si=ZayiXTHguVi1aW_r

https://youtu.be/sDPwHLvZwK4?si=nSImPuVxmayBa8oC

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Singapore Commentary Banks in Singapore to phase out login OTPs for digital token users. Customers who have activated digital tokens on their mobile phones will have to use these tokens for bank account logins.. Banks in Singapore to phase out login OTPs for digital token users. As a man using his smartphone. (Photo: iStock)

SINGAPORE: Major banks in S'pore will phase out use of one-time passwords (OTPs) for bank account logins by customers who are digital token users. This will be implemented progressively over the next three months and is aimed at better protecting customers against phishing scams, said the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) on Tuesday (Jul 9).

The move will not affect customers using physical tokens. Major banks include the three Singapore banks – DBS, OCBC and UOB. "The digital token will authenticate customers’ login without the need for an OTP that scammers can steal or trick customers into disclosing," said MAS and ABS.
Customers who have not activated their digital tokens are strongly encouraged to do so, they added.

DBS stopped issuing physical tokens in February 2021 Customers may request replacement tokens. OCBC & UOB customers similarly replace their physical tokens, but banks recommend switching to digital tokens. OTPs were introduced in 2000s. a multi-factor authentication option to strengthen online security.

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“Over the next decade, we will open over 50 new MRT stations, including the new Jurong Region. 

Cross Island Line – Line seventh and eighth MRT lines,” Mr Wong said at the opening ceremony of TEL4 on Friday morning (Jun 21).

Good....Got...Wing to Jurong. Best can stop at Taman Jurong Town Centre near to the market and near to old 20 stories JTC build building,
where NTUC shopping mall is station and near to old C.theatre.
Hihaha..Wooozzzz.

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'We are not done expanding rail network,' says PM Wong @opening of Thomson-East Coast Line Stage 4, new 7-stations on Stage 4 line officially open for passenger service on Sunday (Jun 23).

https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapor...ng-4426096

• There is two plot of land near to Chinese Garden, 
  
• One is some very old block of JTC build very old flat about 55 to 60 years old at blk-111 @Ho Ching road....
  

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Why now keep showing him on TIkTok ?

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1.5 million Singaporeans to get up to $850 in August to cope with rising costs. Adult S'poreans will receive $450 or $850 in cash in August to help with their daily living expenses, the Ministry of Finance (MOF) said on July 4..Those living in homes with annual values of up to $21,000 will get $850. Those with homes with annual values of more than $21,000, and up to $25,000, will receive $450.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/1...sing-costs

Can try durian...?. 
With the season in full swing, the king of fruits is very much in demand — so much so that one school invited a durian seller to set up a one-day pop-up stall on campus. 

In just two hours, staff of the primary school in Serangoon snapped up 400kg of Musang King, Shin Min Daily News reported on Thursday (July 4), the king of fruits is very much in demand — so much so that one school invited a durian seller to set up a one-day pop-up stall on campus.

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Wah Sedap and very nice to have...

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https://youtu.be/oyy1eYQkCZo?si=bcA2QLtoVRDVZYEw

New children’s book features talking pineapple inspired by 2023 presidential election symbol

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Children can now get a peek into what happens in a presidential election with a new book featuring "Ong Lai", a pineapple with self-esteem, and its friend Jambu Jane. Titled Pineapple the children’s book draws inspiration from S'pore presidential held in Sept 2023, at economist & former Cabinet heavyweight Tharman Shanmugaratnam won a three-way race 70.4%. written by award-winning author journalist Peh Shing Huei, who was Mr Tharman’s presidential election campaign.

President Tharman espoused his  campaign In the book, "Ong Lai" pineapple adopts in campaign slogan: Respect for all fruits. The Nutgraf Books, said “Book delicately addresses issues of self-esteem & self-worth, a crucial aspect of children’s development goes further by educating children on the importance of a healthy diet by introducing various types of fruits, from popular options like rambutan & tangerine, to lesser-known ones chock-full of references for fruits. 

Presidential office adds a disclaimer. Noted all, “all characters appearing in this work are clearly fictitious because fruits can’t talk”.

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Our country is in good hands": President Tharman to Singaporeans at Lawrence Wong's swearing-in.
 |https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/our-country-good-hands-president-tharman-singaporeans-lawrence-wongs-swearing-video-4338236

Mr Tharman’s who won the presidential election with "Ong Lai" with 70.4% win.

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He emerged about a minute later, with streaks of blood on right of his face. The Republican presidential candidate pumped his fists, shouted at audience be4 he was escorted off stage. The shooter was dead, one rally attendee was killed and two other spectators were injured, the Secret Service said in a statement. 

World leaders reacted with shock to the assassination attempt against the former US president at an election rally.

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More work, more stress, less privacy’: PM Wong on his first month in office

PM Lawrence Wong to visit various constituencies over coming months. PM Lawrence Wong was with residents at the Tampines Learning Festival 2024, A month after being sworn in to the top post, PM Lawrence Wong says he plans to visit different constituencies across the island over the coming months to meet as many Singaporeans as he can.

Kicking off a series of visits with an appearance at community event in Tampines. PM Wong said his decision is not tied to a political calendar, when asked if he intends to complete his rounds.

Next general election is due to be held by November 2025.

How did China go from a poor society, devastated by World WarII & its own civil war by mid-20th century, to number two (2) economy today? After decades of economic stagnation setbacks under Communist rule, China began to open itself to international trade & liberalize economy when it established diplomatic & trade relations with U.S. in 1979. As its subsequent export growth fueled  growth of manufacturing & urbanization, China rose to be a major global economic power over the next four decades. The year China’s export surged in June, customs admin reported Friday & imports shrank, with Chinese companies households becoming more cautious about spending money. 

This result was a good for China, a record monthly trade surplus of over $99 bil.

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More work, more stress, less privacy’: PM Wong on his first month in office

PM Lawrence Wong to visit various constituencies over coming months. PM Lawrence Wong was with residents at the Tampines Learning Festival 2024, A month after being sworn in to the top post, PM Lawrence Wong says he plans to visit different constituencies across the island over the coming months to meet as many Singaporeans as he can.

Kicking off a series of visits with an appearance at community event in Tampines. PM Wong said his decision is not tied to a political calendar, when asked if he intends to complete his rounds.

Next general election is due to be held by November 2025.

Govt is reviewing all water agreements with Singapore - DPM Fadillah. The 1962 Johor-Singapore Water Agreement gives Singapore 250 million gallons of raw water per day at 3 sen per 1,000 gallons and, in return, Malaysia is entitled to buy back the treated water at 50 sen per 1,000 gallons...

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Malaysia to decide on Singapore high-speed rail link this year. (Where 2024? - less that 5-mths)
MALAYSIA will decide in tcoming months whether to proceed with a multibillion-dollar high-speed rail line between Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s government weighs proposals from a narrowing list of private consortiums.

Minister of Transport Anthony Loke said on Wednesday (Jul 17) that he hopes Malaysia’s Cabinet will decide on the viability of the project by the end of the fourth quarter.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/interna...-link-year

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I think, She is a newly nominated to took over from the U.S. president, Joe Biden. I believes, she can win many more vote beside going along with the Donkey party machine...100 day plus is good, I think she is not a push over, that is what Trump is hoping to do thinking. Rolleyes Big Grin

Next will be who she will bet on, who she will select for the VP president post on the seat?.

Can Harris Beat Trump?.
https://youtu.be/dLNrAyQXytU?si=cOyWOVKgWlAVsykE

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Black Voters Feel Excited, and Worried, About a Kamala Harris Campaign. In interviews around the country, Black voters voiced enthusiasm for the reshaped campaign. They also worried about how a polarized country would see it.

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Can Harris Beat Trump?.
https://youtu.be/dLNrAyQXytU?si=cOyWOVKgWlAVsykE

Debate invitation: Fox News has proposed a debate between Trump and Harris on September 17 in the swing state of Pennsylvania. Trump had previously said he “absolutely” wants to debate Harris, and “would be willing to do more than one debate.”

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$850 Cash Payout For Singapore: Updates for August 2024 Eligibility and Procedures
July 29, 2024 by Gaurav

In August 2024, the Singaporean government is planning to distribute $850 in cash to every citizen as part of its efforts to provide significant assistance to the people of Singapore. This initiative aims to help alleviate financial burdens and improve the well-being of the citizens during that period.

Claiming Your $850 Cash Payout
Eligibility Criteria
Payment Date
Application Process
Additional Resources and Support
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Claiming Your $850 Cash Payout: Updates for August 2024 Eligibility and Procedures
Claiming Your $850 Cash Payout
The government is eager to provide financial assistance to its citizens to alleviate their daily financial burdens. This funding is intended to cover a wide range of necessities, including but not limited to food, healthcare, and other essential expenses. It is aimed at offering substantial aid to those in the most dire need of support.

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Those that is interest in this....info reading.
https://www.moneycontrol.com/health-and-...81462.html

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Singapore’s cenbank appoints Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat as deputy chairman. A 4th Gen team leader....

SINGAPORE (July 29): The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has appointed Chee Hong Tat, Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance, as its deputy chairman.

Chee’s appointment will be from Aug 23, 2024 to May 31, 2027. He was appointed to the central bank’s board on June 1 this year.

MAS’ chairman, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong, was appointed as...(click on link for full story on theedgesingapore.com)
https://theedgemalaysia.com/node/720763

Chee Hong Tat, Minister for Transport and Second Minister for Finance, as its deputy chairman. Is he  still in Transport (transport is making money lehh or want to siam the Transport Portfolio?. Chee’s appointment will be from Aug 23, 2024 to May 31, 2027. He was appointed to the central bank’s board on June 1 this year.

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My old man pass to me and his he starting to leaned to started to play...

A significant finding of survey is two-thirds (66%) of respondents encountered harmful content on social media services designated by Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) under the Code of Practice for Online Safety. Percentage is an increase from 57% in 2023.

In comparison, 28% of respondents reported encountering harmful content on other platforms, consistent with the previous year’s levels.
HardwareZone founders had ambitious plans to turn into a full-fledged portal and even considered an initial public offering (IPO). However, in 2006, HardwareZone was acquired by Singapore Press Holdings (SPH) for S$7.1 million. The acquisition included all the magazine titles published by HardwareZone, such as HardwareMAG (HWM), GameAxis (a computer games magazine).

Today, HardwareZone is operated by Hardware Zone Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of SPH Media, and remains a popular online forum in S'pore. MDDI continues to monitor regulate online content, platforms like HardwareZone major social media sites could face increasing pressure to enhance their safety measures.
https://theindependent.sg/sph-owned-hard...singapore/

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Loh Kean Yew tops group, reaches last 16 round at Olympics. He holds a 4-2 head-to-head lead over Li, the Chinese won their two most recent meetings. Loh said: “Every win is a step closer to a medal, & I want to go as far as I can. My mentality going into any match here is the same – prepare to fullest, try to play to my best, keep fighting.” Only each of the 13 group winners progress & Loh will play China’s world No. 6 Li Shifeng, who also laboured to a 21-17, 21-17 win over Nigeria’s 103rd-ranked Anuoluwapo Opeyori, on Aug 1 for a place in the quarter-finals.

He will play China’s 6th-ranked Li Shifeng tonight
Joining Loh in the round of 16 is compatriot Yeo Jia Min, who also progressed to the knockout stages after topping her group. She face Japan’s Aya Ohori in early hours of Friday (2 Aug). Mean while, Loh will play China’s Li Shifeng — who’s ranked 6th in the world — tonight (1 Aug) at 9.20pm.

Breaking News. Best news.
Loh Kean Yew beats China’s Li Shifeng, qualifies for quarter-finals at Olympics