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The Independent Singapore Leading alternative news platform in Singapore The Independent brings independent perspective on news and current affairs in Singapore.

It is a platform owned and operated by journalists. Started on the 9th of August 2013, the news website brings in-depth perspective and analysis on current affairs, economics and politics in Singapore.

16/01/2026

Some argue that although demand exists, companies no longer need as many local workers, unlike in 2008.

Back in 2008, fresh grads were competing for retail and F&B roles. Is today really worse?
16/01/2026

Back in 2008, fresh grads were competing for retail and F&B roles. Is today really worse?

Readers were amused: Flyers pasted on the ceiling—who even looks up there?
16/01/2026

Readers were amused: Flyers pasted on the ceiling—who even looks up there?

His wife has told him that she is cherishing their son’s childhood as long as she can.
16/01/2026

His wife has told him that she is cherishing their son’s childhood as long as she can.

16/01/2026

His mother is now upset about the reduced allowance.

The Assembly Place plans to use IPO funds to expand properties before listing on SGX Catalist.
16/01/2026

The Assembly Place plans to use IPO funds to expand properties before listing on SGX Catalist.

The company is among 25 companies in SG that have been certified by Top Employers Institute.
16/01/2026

The company is among 25 companies in SG that have been certified by Top Employers Institute.

16/01/2026

The helper’s behaviour slows down tasks, leads to forgotten instructions, and sometimes causes breakages.

One advised not to renew her contract and just hire another helper.
16/01/2026

One advised not to renew her contract and just hire another helper.

The man said that his mother, in particular, is now “mad” at him for reducing their monthly allowance.
16/01/2026

The man said that his mother, in particular, is now “mad” at him for reducing their monthly allowance.

16/01/2026

After the video went viral on Jan 3, the man, identified as Long Sa Kow, and his wife were contacted by Malaysian authorities.

Long, a Singapore permanent resident, was fined RM9,000 (approximately S$2,863).

No final decision has been made and discussions are still at an early stage.
16/01/2026

No final decision has been made and discussions are still at an early stage.

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