MP Melvin Yong’s parliament speech is so cheem, we decided to do a Singlish version for him
The only time we pay attention to parliament speeches is when there are fiery exchanges between MPs. Or when someone makes a freudian slip. Or when high-profile figures visit the Parliament when trains got problem. Labour MP Melvin Yong raised some important points during the debate on President’s address that are worth 60 secs of […]
Police searching Najib house: Netizens watching live more interested in female reporter
At least 15,000 people tuned in live to watch the drama unfold as more than a dozen police cars lined-up outside the former Prime Minister Najib Razak’s house yesterday at midnight. This took place shortly after Najib returned from evening prayers at a local mosque as yesterday marked the start of the Muslim fasting month of […]
Married man throw shit at ex-GF at ION Orchard after getting dumped
A 48-year-old married man who was unemployed at the time of the incident visited his ex-girlfriend who was working in ION Orchard shopping centre at 4.58pm on 27 September 2017 and literally throw shit at her. The accused had been in a relationship with the 28-year-old victim despite being married. According to Shin Min Daily News, […]
Economist Walter Theseira suggested not to use CPF for housing, here’s why
We published an article a few days ago on what some experts, non-governmental groups and MPs suggested to help Singapore chart a different future. This included Economist Walter Theseira’s idea on ending the use of CPF for housing. While his idea sounds completely out of whack (where got enough money to pay as cash down-payment […]
Economist Walter Theseira suggested to stop using CPF to pay for housing
Update: Walter has clarified his original views on this issue. Click here to read his views in context. In case you’re too busy following the Malaysia General Elections, here’s what you missed about President Halimah’s opening Parliament speech. She called for bold changes to help Singapore chart a different future. Some experts, non-governmental groups and former […]
Is Mother’s Day still a thing in Singapore?
Written and contributed by: Ms. Mary-Ann Toh Mother’s Day may be a few sleeps away but one can’t help but wonder whether we are giving due credit to the woman who has dedicated her life for us in so many ways. Our next door neighbors may be occupied with the coming elections, putting aside Mother’s Day to […]
33-yr-old Singaporean diver leaves behind his pregnant wife with two young kids, donations pouring in
A 33-year-old Singaporean diver was reported missing in Sentosa area on Saturday and his body has been found floating in the sea off Sentosa last night. The commercial diver leaves behind his pregnant wife and two sons aged three and six. Jake Seet Choon Heng who has more than 10 years of diving experience was […]
HIV has a bad long lost cousin…and it’s back.
The Human T-Cell Leukemia virus type 1 or HTLV-1 is an ancient virus that has resurfaced in Australia. Infection is exceeding 40% among adults in remote regions of central Australia, especially the town of Alice Springs. DNA of the HTLV-1 was found in 1500 year old Andean mummies. It spreads from mother to child (through […]
With LocateMyLot I will never forget where I parked again
If you’re forgetful like me, then you must be familiar with the dreadful feeling of losing your car in one of the many parking spaces in Singapore. I’ve spent hours pacing up and down the massive car park of Resorts World Sentosa on more than one occasion, all to the amusement of my wife. Before […]
Train those with special needs to become writers
Written and contributed by: Mr Raymond Anthony Fernando. It is heartening to read the report by Member of Parliament Denise Phua “Including those with special needs in our Singapore story” (Mar 25). As a member of the Committee for Enabling MasterPlan, Ms Phua being a staunch advocate for those with special needs can help a […]