I’ve spoken to an ECTC officer who says due diligence was done, but somehow that’s not good enough, a loop hasn’t been closed for those acquainted with the court.
A little over a year ago, a young Singaporean was killed by the basketball hoop stand that fell on him. East Coast Town Council posted a few days after, on 2nd August, that a Review Committee was investigating the matter. There’s been no updates to the public since,
and nothing done. A little before this year’s National Day dinner however, all of a sudden new hoop stands are up, Ridwan’s tributes cut down, and there’s an event happening at the court soon. Traces of the accident are still on the court floor.
NEW: Singapore’s foreign ministry says Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has been allowed entry into the city state on a “private visit”. Rajapaksa has not asked for — and has not been granted — asylum, the ministry adds.
The Ministry’s full response is pretty jarring and honestly a departure from the usual staid statements that are issued. The last paragraph in particular, which ends w “He has over-stayed his welcome.” reads a little like a disney villain response in its drama. 1/x
With Lawrence Wong named as the presumptive successor to PM Lee, the next GE is being talked about as a time to secure a mandate. A PAP victory isn't really in doubt, but the results could be read as a barometer of public support for Wong. BUT... https://t.co/5y9bvelB4i
Russian battle plans captured, likely from one of the command vehicles captured. Battle plans were approved on January 18th and called for a 15 day war to take over Ukraine
“The suspension means that mothership’s representatives will not be able to attend briefings and press conferences by government agencies.” Yup, ST got their terminology exactly right: representatives.