Mandatory Parenting Programme in Singapore

A pre-divorce parenting programme- the mandatory parenting programme (MPP)– will be introduced at the end of 2016. The change will affect couples who: Have at least one child younger than the age of 14; and Disagree on any divorce matter (including issues involving ground of divorce, custody, maintenance and asset). The scheme will eventually cover … Read more

Family Violence in Singapore

This week’s episode of Channel 5’s On The Red Dot (aired on 18 November 2016) examined spousal abuse. 2 women shared their stories on domestic violence. Jane (not her real name) suffered her husband’s abuse silently for several years. She was beaten up even when she was pregnant. Jane described her ordeal: there were times … Read more

Brangelina Reached Custody Agreement

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt reached an agreement on custody, according to a representative for Jolie (7 November 2016). Under the agreement, Jolie shall have sole custody while Pitt would have “therapeutic visits” to the children. The statement indicated that the agreement was reached after consultations with childcare professionals. There was no mention of an … Read more

Singaporean Mother Charged With Murder of 5-Year-Old Son

On 27 October 2016, Ms. Azlin Arujunah, 24, was charged with the murder of her son. The boy died one day after Ms. Arujunah allegedly splashed hot water on him repeatedly. The boy’s 3 siblings have been placed under foster care by the Child Protective Service temporarily. See: Elena Chong, “Woman charged with murder of … Read more

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