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SINGAPORE: Singapore Airlines CEO Goh Choon Phong's annual salary for FY2024/25 was S$7.01 million, a 13.5% decrease from the previous year, despite the airline posting a record net profit of S$2.78 billion attributed to a merger gain. The operating profit fell by 37% to S$1.71 billion due to increased competition, leading to a reduced profit-sharing bonus of 7.45 months for employees. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Singapore Airlines' CEO made S$7.01 million last...

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 Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) unveiled its latest marine rescue vessel, the Blue Dolphin, on Wednesday (Jun 25), marking a significant upgrade to Singapore’s maritime emergency response capabilities.The second-generation vessel will serve as SCDF's primary response asset for major incidents at sea, including...

SINGAPORE will conserve the former Pasir Panjang English School and NatSteel Pavilion as part of its land use master plan, enhancing heritage and greenery in urban development. These sites symbolize the country's educational milestones and early industrialization, reflecting Singapore's growth over the past 60 years. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Singapore is working to preserve important old buildings, like the former Pasir Panjang English School and the NatSteel Pavilion, to remember its history...

Raymond, an employee at TechTV Network, has not received his full salary since October 2024, accumulating arrears of S$55,000 despite assurances from the company's CEO about securing funds. Multiple employees have reported similar issues, leading to an investigation by the Ministry of Manpower, while TechTV cites external financial challenges for its inability to pay salaries. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Raymond, a man in his 50s, has not been paid his full salary...

SINGAPORE: Thousands of passengers, including those bound for Singapore, were stranded at Doha's Hamad International Airport following the temporary closure of airspace by Qatar, Bahrain, and Kuwait after Iran's missile strike on a US military base. With over 25,000 travelers affected and hundreds of flights cancelled or delayed, many reported long queues and a lack of clear communication from airlines regarding rebooking and accommodation. Need More Context? 🔎

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: Paulus Tannos's lawyer argued against his extradition to Indonesia due to concerns over corruption and the elapsed time since the alleged offense. Tannos is wanted in connection with a significant corruption case linked to Indonesia's electronic identity card project, with the hearing focused on...