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PAP dominates Singapore election, maintains long-standing power

Singapore’s ruling PAP poised for 14th electoral victory, maintaining six decades of power amid economic challenges and opposition efforts.

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Singapore’s ruling PAP poised for 14th electoral victory, maintaining six decades of power amid economic challenges and opposition efforts.

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Singapore’s People’s Action Party is poised for a significant victory in its 14th consecutive election, winning 87 of 97 parliamentary seats.

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong faces challenges such as living costs and housing, with early results suggesting strong support for his leadership.

Singapore’s People’s Action Party (PAP) appears set for a significant victory in its 14th consecutive election, based on preliminary vote counts.

The PAP is expected to win in 87 out of 97 parliamentary seats, with results showing it has secured all but three constituencies. This election is a test of the PAP’s popularity, which has governed since before Singapore’s independence in 1965.

The main opposition, the Workers’ Party, likely retains its ten seats, the maximum for any opposition party in Singapore. Despite the PAP’s historic strongholds, its share of the popular vote remains a critical measure of its mandate. New Premier Lawrence Wong aims to surpass the PAP’s 60.1% share from the 2020 elections, one of its lowest performances.

Key issues

A final election result is anticipated early Sunday, with early vote counts presenting a 4% margin of error. Key issues during the election included living costs and housing availability, pressing challenges for Wong’s government amid economic uncertainties.

This election marks Wong’s first as Prime Minister, succeeding Lee Hsien Loong. Observers noted the substantial margins of victory for the PAP in many contests, indicating strong support for Wong’s leadership.

While a PAP defeat was unlikely, analysts suggested that a stronger opposition presence could reshape future political dynamics, as younger voters express a desire for more diverse political representation and debate.

Ahron Young is an award winning journalist who has covered major news events around the world. Ahron is the Managing Editor and Founder of TICKER NEWS.

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Israel launches its new “Iron Beam” laser system

Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.

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Israel’s new “Iron Beam” laser defense system to deploy by year-end, promising cost-effective missile interception.


Israel’s Defence Ministry says its new “Iron Beam” laser system will be deployed by year’s end. The technology is designed to destroy incoming missiles, rockets, drones and mortars with precision.

Developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems in partnership with Elbit Systems, Iron Beam will sit alongside existing defences such as Iron Dome, David’s Sling and Arrow. Unlike traditional interceptors which can cost tens of thousands of dollars per shot, the laser comes at negligible expense.

Officials call it the world’s first high-power laser interception system to achieve operational maturity, hailing it as a game-changer for modern warfare. Military leaders expect the system to reshape air defence capabilities and cut costs dramatically.

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Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue on Jimmy Kimmel

Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.

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Stephen Colbert condemns censorship and calls out Trump in powerful monologue dedicated to Jimmy Kimmel’s suspended show.


Stephen Colbert’s opening monologue is being hailed as one of the most powerful moments in modern late-night history. Standing on stage at the Ed Sullivan Theatre, Colbert dedicated his show to Jimmy Kimmel and his team after ABC suspended Kimmel’s programme under pressure from Washington.

Colbert called the move “blatant censorship” and directly accused President Trump of acting like an autocrat. “With an autocrat, you cannot give an inch,” he warned, making clear that the stakes reach far beyond late-night comedy.

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Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University

Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.

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Despite cancellation, 10,000 gathered at CSU to support Charlie Kirk, creating a rally-like atmosphere.


Charlie Kirk was scheduled to speak at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but the event was meant to be cancelled. Despite that, thousands of people still turned up to celebrate his legacy.

As many as 10,000 people turned out, showing the extent of support for the conservative activist. The crowd gathered outside CSU, creating an atmosphere more like a political rally than a cancelled speech.

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