NTUC-SNEF PME Taskforce calls on Gahmen to provide unemployment support & benefits for PMEs
Last year in October 2020, a PME taskforce was formed to look into the needs of professionals, managers and executives (PMEs) can how can they be better supported and protected. This PME taskforce, which was set up by the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) and the Singapore National Employers’ Federation (SNEF), recently released a 60-page […]
2 private security agencies tio charged for making their security officers work 20 hours a day
Two private security agencies in Singapore have been charged for making their security officers work up to 20 hours a day. According to CNA, the two private security agencies, Erawan Security Services and Volantra Security, were among several private security agencies that the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) took action against. These two security agencies have […]
Unvaccinated people start petition to ask Gahmen to let them into malls, a counter-petition later appear
Last Saturday (9 October), the multi-ministerial task force (MTF) announced that from 13 October onwards, individuals who are not fully vaccinated will not be allowed entry into malls, large standalone stores, attractions, hawker centres, and coffee shops. This announcement came after food-and-beverage (F&B) settings such as hawker centres, retail establishments, and shopping centres have been […]
Everything you need to know from PM Lee’s speech on current COVID-19 situation and our path to new normal
Missed PM Lee’s speech this afternoon because you were out having brunch or too excited over the vaccinated travel lane (VTL) to South Korea announcement which was announced yesterday? Not to worry, we got it covered for you. But since his speech is somewhat xiao long because he is Hsien Loong, so, we will just […]
8 truths that the Squid Game has taught us
MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD. You have been warned, please only read this article after you have finished the Squid Game. Or you can send this to your friend and annoy them for spoiling the show. ————————————————————————————————————————- #1 Adaptability is the key to survival. During the first game (Red light, green light), about half of the participants […]
Uncles seen gathering in group size of more than 2 at Chinatown Complex after reopening
It has been two weeks since Chinatown Complex resumed its operation following a closure of 3½ days. The complex, which houses 700 stalls, was closed from 12 September to 15 September for cleaning and disinfection after 66 Covid-19 cases were linked to a cluster there. According to Shin Min Daily News, since it’s reopening, more than […]
Squid Game: Why is the prize money prized at 45.6 billion Korean Won?
The South Korean drama “Squid Game” is taking the whole world by storm. In this exciting thriller, 456 contestants compete in childhood games with their lives at stake, all to win the grand prize of 45.6 billion Korean Won (approximately SGD $51.9 million). But why is it 45.6 billion Korean Won? In response to this, […]
Netizens buay song that Fann Wong is starting online pastry shop, suan her tarts very expensive
Local actress Fann Wong has announced in a media release that she will be launching an online pastry shop called Fanntasy, Mothership reported. The actress has apparently started baking during circuit breaker last year, after craving for old-school bakes. One thing led to another, come 13 Oct, at 9:29am, her online pastry shop will officially […]
NTUC FairPrice increases supply of fruits & vegetables, urges customers not to hoard them
NTUC FairPrice says, “Calm Down, not Come Down!” After the news that Pasir Panjang Wholesale Centre will be closed for three days from Monday (Sep 27) because COVID-19 cases were discovered, Singaporeans were worried that they would not be able to get their usual supply of fruits and vegetables. This is totally understandable because the […]
Panasonic retrenches 700 staff in S’pore, moving manufacturing operations to Malaysia and China
Electronics giant Panasonic is shutting down its refrigeration compressor manufacturing operations in Singapore and will be moving these manufacturing operations to its existing facilities in Malaysia and China. The shutting down of its compressor manufacturing operations in Singapore will result in the layoff of 700 staff. The decision to shut down its manufacturing operations in […]