'Unacceptable and hurtful': Former NMP Calvin Cheng's remarks on pro-Palestine activists crossed a line, says Masagos

SINGAPORE: Progress Singapore Party (PSP) chief Leong Mun Wai acknowledged the disappointing results of the recent General Election, stating they respect voters' decisions. Following the party's exit from parliament, Leong emphasized their commitment to regroup and continue advocating for checks and balances and fair opportunities. He expressed gratitude to supporters and urged the ruling People's Action Party to heed residents' voices. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Singapore's United Overseas Bank (UOB) will resume giving 2025 guidance when the impact of United States tariffs becomes clearer, it said on Wednesday (May 7) after posting a stable first-quarter net profit that missed expectations."The world order has been disrupted by US tariffs. While...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: China has congratulated Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and the ruling People's Action Party (PAP) on their victory in the recent 2025 General Election. China expressed its intent to strengthen relations and enhance cooperation. Other countries, including the US and regional neighbors, also congratulated Wong and the PAP, who secured 87 out of 97 seats and increased their vote share significantly. Full Article

Druze residents near the capital of Syria are resisting a demand from the Islamist-led government to surrender their light weapons. They express concerns that the authorities have not adequately addressed their fears of renewed attacks from Sunni Muslim militants following recent days of sectarian violence. This situation highlights the ongoing tensions and security challenges faced by the Druze community amidst a backdrop of escalating sectarian strife in the region. Full Article

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: The General Election delivered a resounding mandate for the People’s Action Party (PAP) in Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s electoral debut as party leader.An overall vote share of 65.6 per cent may not seem particularly high by the PAP’s standards – it is lower than...

Read a summary of this article on FAST.Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FASTSINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on Tuesday (May 6) thanked Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean and Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat for their contributions to Singapore as they retire from politics.In a Facebook post, Mr Wong said Mr Heng and Mr Teo were "two...