{
  "id": 10478374,
  "title": "Singapore's former leaders remember Siti Hasmah's warmth, grace",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/singapores-former-leaders-remember-siti-hasmahs-warmth-grace",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-28T15:01:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/09/1543366/singapores-former-leaders-remember-siti-hasmahs-warmth-grace"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Singapore's former leaders have paid tribute to the late Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, remembering her for her warmth, grace, and lifetime commitment to the well-being of Malaysians. Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong recalled her as a lively individual with a great sense of humor, while acknowledging her extensive work in improving healthcare for women, children, and families. Former Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong described her as a remarkable woman with numerous achievements, and recalled meeting her during international gatherings. Halimah Yacob, the country's current president, recalled Dr Siti Hasmah's humility and warmth, with a particular memory of her comforting him during her presidency. All three leaders expressed their condolences to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad and his family upon her passing at the age of 100.",
  "summary": "SINGAPORE: Singapore’s former leaders have remembered the late Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali for her warmth, grace and lifelong contributions to the well-being of Malaysians.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
        "title": "Mukhriz asks public to forgive Siti Hasmah, settle any outstanding debts",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/28/mukhriz-asks-public-to-forgive-siti-hasmah-settle-any-outstanding",
        "published": "2026-09-28T10:20:13.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}