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Read a summary of this article on FAST.SINGAPORE: Nominations for the 2025 Goh Chok Tong Enable Awards (GCTEA) have opened, with submissions closing on Jun 25. The awards, now in their seventh year, aim to empower persons with disabilities through financial aid and recognition, featuring two categories: GCTEA (Achievement) and GCTEA (Promise). Up to three winners in the Achievement category will receive S$10,000 each, while up to ten in the Promise category will receive S$5,000...

SINGAPORE: The latest bidding exercise for Certificates of Entitlement (COE) on May 7 saw premiums for Category A cars rise to S$103,009, marking the first time since October that prices exceeded S$100,000. Category B car premiums increased to S$119,890, while Open category COEs rose to S$118,889. In contrast, COEs for commercial vehicles fell to S$62,590, and motorcycle premiums decreased to S$8,709; the total COE quota for the May to July period will increase by over...

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