16 July 2005 (Saturday)
- The landfill on Pulau Semakau's lifespan has been extended by 15 years as a result of greater recycling efforts in Singapore. With the amount of landfill generated in 2004, 11% less than that five years ago, the landfill is now expected to last until 2045. (CNA)
- NKFS controversy: Mrs Goh Chok Tong expresses her regret over her "peanuts" comment on TT Durai's pay. (CNA)
- 16-year-old Alvin Ong from National Junior College became the youngest winner of the UOB Painting of the Year Award since its inception in 1982.(CNA)
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