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7 survival tips for those attending NDP 2016
SINGAPORE – This year’s National Day Parade returns to the National Stadium after a decade, and a crowd of over 50,000 people is expected to turn up to celebrate SG51 at the new venue on Aug 9.
While there’s much to look forward to at the parade, here are some tips for you to survive the new venue if you’re going this year.
1. Get there early
Photo: ST
It’s free seating. So if you want a good spot, make sure you arrive early. There will be security screenings to clear, so be prepared for queues.
If you bag a good seat, you stand to get a great view of the “futuristic” 3-D projections and aerial performers suspended from the roof of the stadium. This also creates a perfect photo-taking opportunity. You may even be close enough to wave to the President when he arrives.
2. Pack light
Don’t bring bulky bags, this will help at the security checks.
Food and drinks are allowed, but don’t pack messy food items. There are stalls selling some simple food inside the stadium, so you can buy some in a pinch. However, do note that these stalls close at around 6.30pm.
Unlike previous years, the goodie bag this year does not contain bread or buns, so bring some of your own if you want.
Selfie sticks are not allowed in the National Stadium.
And if you are thinking of what outfit to put on that day, dress comfortably in red and white!
3. Know which zone you’re assigned to
The National Stadium will be divided into four sectors, denoted by colours on your ticket. Your assigned gate will also be indicated on your ticket.
It is important that you know which sector you’re assigned to and head to the correct exit at Stadium MRT station.
There will be volunteers at the station helping to direct people to the correct exit. Approach them if you’re unsure.
Photo: Sports Hub
4. Help for the elderly or those with disabilities
Spectators in the company of senior citizens and people with disabilities can look for volunteers or staff for help. These people will also be on the lookout for those needing help.
As there are plenty of stairs in the stadium, these assistants will direct you to lifts or alternative entrances.
5. Bring earplugs
You would probably know about the indoor fireworks by now. As magnificent as they may be, they can be a tad loud for some, so bring some earplugs if you have sensitive hearing or if you’re taking your little tyke along.
Photo: TNP
6. When to catch the fireworks
The fireworks inside the National Stadium begin around 8pm, so don’t leave for a toilet break at that time!
For those who weren’t lucky enough to score tickets to the parade, but want to watch the fireworks outside, check out these places.
7. Be prepared for massive crowds after the show
Expect massive crowds to flock towards Stadium MRT station after the show as parade-goers exit the venue. Be patient and queue in an orderly fashion.
You can make your way out of the stadium and head to Kallang Wave mall, where you can grab a bite till the crowds clear. But be warned, the mall will be pretty packed too.
Alternatively, you can take a walk to Kallang MRT station, which the Sports Hub describes as being 600m away under a covered path. Either way, we hope you make your way home safely.
Have fun and enjoy the show!
Happy National Day!
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AsiaOne, The Straits Times, The New Paper
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Singapore should assume that there 'may be more plots': Ng Eng Hen
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Football: Mourinho confident about Man Utd's Pogba chase
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom – Jose Mourinho expressed confidence on Friday that Manchester United will sign Paul Pogba in time for the Premier League season and criticised rival managers’ reactions to the mooted world-record transfer.
United and Juventus are believed to be putting the finishing touches to a deal for the France midfielder expected to exceed £100 million ($130.4 million, 117.7 million euros).
Mourinho described other managers, such as Liverpool’s Jurgen Klopp and Arsenal’s Arsene Wenger, as “unethical” for talking openly about the Pogba fee and questioning his colossal price tag.
Whatever the validity of their claims, Pogba’s arrival at Old Trafford appears imminent and Mourinho is hopeful that his squad will be complete in time for United’s trip to Bournemouth a week on Sunday.
“Yes, we have 22 players and we are going to have 23,” said Mourinho when asked if a signing was close.
“I don’t like to speak about other clubs or players from other clubs. Other managers like to do that. They like to speak about my club and my players.
“I am very pragmatic on this. All that matters is what happens in my house and not in my neighbour’s house.
“Paul Pogba is a Juventus player until he isn’t, officially, so we stay like this. The market closes on August 31, but I think my club is trying to do everything to close our market before the 14th.
“Normally, next week, we will have our squad closed.” Wenger described the potential Pogba fee as “completely crazy”, while Klopp said he wanted no involvement in such an inflated transfer market – comments that clearly did not sit well with United’s manager.
“I only speak about us,” said Mourinho. “I heard already two of my colleagues from other clubs speaking about us. I do not like that. It is not ethical.” He added: “There are things I do that (people say) are not ethical and when others do it, everything is normal, nobody says that. I do not speak about the others. They can do what they want.
“Our market was good. We made decisions – decided to bring four players, not 10 – that are Man United level. Four that we think can really improve the squad and not just be one more. This is the profile of our market.
“A young defender that needs time to be a top one, but who has top potential. A creative player that we know the quality (of).
“A super striker, and we are going to get a very good midfield player. We try for balance. I am happy with my squad. I am happy with the effort of the club. The others, it is their problem.” With those signings – in order, Eric Bailly, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Zlatan Ibrahimovic – already in at United ahead of Pogba, certain players will find themselves surplus to requirements under Mourinho.
One of those is thought to be Germany veteran Bastian Schweinsteiger, with reports Mourinho has discarded the respected midfielder, opening the United manager up to criticism.
“It is the same as in every club in the world,” said Mourinho when asked about Schweinsteiger.
“The manager decides his squad and chooses a certain number of players to face the season. That is it.
“I normally like to work with 20 players, plus the three goalkeepers, which is what I have done for 15 years, because we have so many players.
“But at the same time we have so many competitions and especially the Europa League. That is a competition that changes a lot at the start of the season, with 15 matches and playing on the Thursday.
“There is a big risk of a lot of travel. You play Premier League on Sundays. I made the decision to be with 23, plus three goalkeepers, which is still a lot. I had to make my decisions. It is simple.”
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Body of woman found floating in lake at Chinese Garden
The body of a woman was found floating in a lake at Jurong’s Chinese Garden on Thursday (Aug 4).
The 42-year-old woman is believed to be an Indian national, according to The Straits Times.
The woman had a local work permit, reported Shin Min Daily News.
It added that the Singapore Civil Defence Force was alerted to the incident at 1.50pm and found the body floating close to the shore.
Police investigations into the unnatural death are ongoing.
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