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List of Singapore Presidents:
1. Yusof bin Ishak (1965-1970)
2. Benjamin Sheares (1971-1981)
3. C. V. Devan Nair (1981-1985)
4. Wee Kim Wee (1985-1993)
5. Ong Teng Cheong (1993-1999)
6. S. R. Nathan (1999-2011)
7. Tony Tan Keng Yam (2011-2017)
8. Halimah Yacob (2017-present)

Three Recent Events/Cases in Singapore:
1. COVID-19 Pandemic: Singapore, like many other countries, has been significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The government has implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus, including strict border controls, contact tracing efforts, and widespread testing. Singapore has been praised for its efficient response and management of the crisis.

2. Ongoing Climate Change Initiatives: Singapore has been actively addressing the challenges of climate change. The government has implemented various measures such as promoting sustainable development, investing in renewable energy sources, and encouraging environmentally friendly practices. Singapore aims to reduce its carbon emissions and become more resilient to the impacts of climate change.

3. Keppel Corruption *******: In 2017, Singapore's prominent conglomerate, Keppel Corporation, was implicated in a high-profile corruption *******. The company faced allegations of making illicit payments to secure contracts overseas. As a result, Keppel agreed to pay a hefty fine of SGD 570 million as part of a global resolution with authorities from multiple jurisdictions, including the United States and Brazil. This case exposed the importance of maintaining strong anti-corruption measures and ethical business practices in Singapore.
 

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