As Singapore turns 50, a proud nation prepares to party

ReutersAs Singapore turns 50, a proud nation prepares to partyReutersSINGAPORE Festooned with countless red and white flags, Singapore launched an extravagant celebration of its 50th anniversary on Sunday, an occasion of national pride the city state's ruling party is expected to exploit to call an election next month.Singapore marks 50 years since independenceBBC NewsCan the Singapore success story last another 50 years?CNNSingapore celebrates 50 years of statehoodFinancial TimesChristian Science Monitorall 177 news articles »