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1 day ago · The eighth president, Halimah Yacob, who served as Speaker of Parliament from 2013 to 2017, prior to her presidency, took office on 14 September 2017. She was the sole eligible candidate under the new reform terms which took effect earlier that year.
1 day ago · Published by World Scientific with a foreword by former President Halimah Yacob, ... Man, 49, arrested for alleged involvement in murder of man, 35, at Yishun Ring Road.
Jul 2, 2024 · Remember last year, when two stand-ins went viral for their uncanny resemblance to former President Halimah Yacob and Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong? Or when Olivia Ong’s stand-in was praised for lip-synching to ‘Ru Yan’ perfectly? Well, this year, the stand-in for President Tharman has gone viral. And for one reason: He's eye candy.
Jul 12, 2024 · At eight years old, Mdm Halimah’s mother became the sole breadwinner of her family when her father passed away. Her mother sold Nasi Padang to raise her five children. Despite the financial difficulties, Mdm Halimah became a lawyer and worked hard to get to where she currently is today.
Jul 22, 2024 · "I want to retire," says Singapore President Halimah Yacob in an interview with CNA. The outgoing President talks about why she did not run for elections and...
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2 days ago · Halimah submitted her application on 30 August 2017. Halimah Yacob felt that the reserved presidency practices multi-racialism "in the context of meritocracy or opportunities for everyone". Halimah explained her view on meritocracy, stating, "All candidates have to qualify... The same criteria apply to everybody".
The third-year appointee enjoys his role, and said that getting up close and personal with Madam Halimah was one of the highlights of his duty. During a garden party, he saw how the President walked the grounds and interacted with children enthusiastically.
