Your health is only as good as your arteries. Start exercising.
The great English physician Thomas Sydenham who lived more than 300 years ago observed that ‘a man is as old as his arteries.’ In fact, one might say that your health is only as good as your arteries, since these blood vessels carry vital oxygen-rich blood to all your body’s tissues. With the pandemic and […]
No reason to be defensive of our trade unionism and tripartism: PM Lee
Our model of trade unionism and tripartism has been criticised, especially in the West. But we have no reason to be defensive because the verdict of history is clear, PM Lee said in his 2021 May Day Message. “Tripartism and cooperation have been far more effective in securing workers’ welfare and livelihoods than militancy and […]
Temasek responds to critical shortage of oxygen, essential supplies in India
In response to the critical shortage of oxygen in India, Temasek has been working alongside their portfolio company SATS and the High Commission of India in Singapore to help transport four cryogenic oxygen cylinders. In a Facebook post, Temasek said that it is partnering with Air India and Amazon India News to airlift oxygen concentrators, […]
4G Leadership: why you can feel assured with Indranee Rajah
“…every Singaporean of whatever age is important. We are a unique people and we are a special country. Never forget that!” Ms Indranee Rajah has served as the Member of Parliament for the Tanjong Pagar Group Representation Constituency (GRC) since 2001. She is the fourth woman in Singapore’s history to be appointed as a full […]
4G Leadership: why you can have assurance with Koh Poh Koon
“Our healthcare workforce is the lifeblood of our healthcare system, and the work that they do is critical in protecting the health and safety of our society. We must maintain the salary competitiveness of healthcare staff against the overall market to attract and retain quality talent.” Dr Koh Poh Koon was re-elected as a Member […]
4G Leadership: why you can be excited about Ong Ye Kung
“A one-party system gives Singapore its best shot at success because it is a small country that needs to stay nimble and move fast in a changing global environment.” – Ong Ye Kung, 2017 Institute of Policy Studies’ annual Singapore Perspectives Conference Prior to entering politics, Mr Ong worked for Keppel Corporation where he was […]
Unexpected turn of events is setback for succession planning: statement from 4G Team
In a statement, the 4G Team describes the unexpected turn of events as a setback for succession planning. The statement said, “We recognise that Singaporeans will be concerned. We seek your support and understanding, as we choose another leader for the team. We will continue working as a team to serve our people, and to […]
Joey Mendoza makes u-turn on the song, apologises for the confusion
In a u-turn, Mr Joey Mendoza admits that he is not the composer of ‘We Can Achieve’ and apologises for the confusion caused. This follows the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth‘s correspondence with him. The saga unfolded when Mr Mendoza claimed that he wrote “We Can Achieve”, a song that is practically identical to […]
Can you still get COVID-19 after you’re vaccinated?
Does vaccination completely prevent infection? According to answers given by Deborah Fuller, a microbiologist at the University of Washington School of Medicine working on coronavirus vaccines, you can still get infected after you’ve been vaccinated. So what’s the good news? The good news is that your chances of getting seriously ill are almost zero. In […]
No particular religious group is favoured when public policy is being formulated: Shanmugam
In Parliament, the Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh asked the Law and Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam if there was a danger that laws and policies could be tilted in favour of any particular religion because of the religious beliefs of the top Civil Servants. “Is there a danger in Singapore that laws and […]