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R&B TEA FREE UPSIZE FOR THOSE BORN IN THE YEAR OF THE RAT
Are you born in the year of the Rat? Scurry on down to the nearest R&B Tea outlet to enjoy a free upsize on selected drinks.
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Think you have it bad when Aunt Flo decides to pay a visit?
Before complaining about typical menstrual maladies like cramps, backaches or breakouts, you might want to spare a thought for women who probably have it way worse.
We’re talking about the brave ladies who have dedicated themselves to the service of protecting our nation, and part of their training involves roughing it out in the damp jungles of Pulau Tekong.
Already undergoing a programme designed to test their physical and mental limits, those who are suay (unlucky) enough to have their period strike at the same time have no choice but to suck it up and push on.
Picture trudging through muddy grounds, “feeding” mosquitoes and carrying a 10kg field pack in the humid heat of the tropics — all while trying to ignore that squishy sensation in your nether regions.
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SINGAPORE: Temperature screening at Changi Airport will be extended to all travellers arriving from China, the Ministry of Health (MOH) said on Monday (Jan 20), as news broke that a new virus originating from Wuhan has spread to other Chinese cities.
In addition, individuals with pneumonia who had travelled to Wuhan within 14 days before the onset of symptoms will be isolated in hospital.
The stepped-up precautionary measures are in response to a rise in cases of the novel coronavirus pneumonia, and an anticipated spike in travel volume in the lead up to the Chinese New Year holidays, MOH said.
A third person was confirmed to have died and 136 new cases were found over the weekend in Wuhan where the virus originated. Cases have also been reported in other Chinese cities, including Beijing.
South Korea on Monday reported its first case – a 35-year-old woman who flew in from Wuhan. Thailand and Japan have previously confirmed a total of three cases.
The expanded measures come in addition to other precautionary measures put in place by MOH since the start of January, with temperature screening already implemented from the evening of Jan 3 for inbound travellers arriving on flights from Wuhan.
Suspect cases have been referred to hospitals for further assessment, and Health Advisory Posters have also been put up within Changi Airport to advise all travellers on the precautionary measures to take when travelling to or arriving from Wuhan.
SIX TESTED NEGATIVE
Since the start of the year, seven people in Singapore have been warded and tested after they were found to have pneumonia and had travelled to Wuhan.
Six of those cases tested negative for coronavirus and are not linked to the cluster in Wuhan, MOH said.
As of 10am on Monday, the ministry was notified of the latest case, which involves a 44-year-old Singapore resident with pneumonia and travel history to Wuhan.
“She has been admitted for further assessment and treatment, and isolated as a precautionary measure. Her condition is stable,” added MOH.
The woman had not visited the Huanan seafood wholesale market in Wuhan that is associated with the pneumonia cluster.
“To date, there have been no confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus reported in Singapore. However, given that Singapore is a travel hub, we expect to see more suspect cases, and cannot rule out the possibility of imported cases,” said MOH.
“Once a case is confirmed, contact tracing will be initiated, and we will implement strict isolation, quarantine, and infection control and prevention measures to prevent further transmission.”
MOH has also issued a reminder on Jan 20 to hospitals and General Practitioners to be vigilant for cases with pneumonia who have recently travelled to Wuhan.
Members of the public are advised to be vigilant and to adopt good personal hygiene practices, and all travellers to Wuhan should monitor their health closely and seek medical attention promptly if they feel unwell, and also inform their doctor of their travel history.
Travellers and members of the public should adopt the following precautions at all times:
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A father initially had his pride over his daughter’s award dashed after believing that she was unappreciative of the monetary gift — she kept repeating “$100 only” after receiving the prize. But it wasn’t what he thought.
On Saturday (Jan 18), Tong Yee’s daughter was conferred an award by the Ministry of Education for displaying good progress in school, which meant getting a nice certificate and an injection of $100 into her Edusave account, a pretty decent amount for a Primary 2 student.
To Tong’s surprise and bitter disappointment, his daughter didn’t appear to be excited about the award, he wrote in a now-viral Facebook post.
“It’s no big deal. It’s only $100,” she remarked when he asked how she was feeling about the prize. Even after he tried to reassure her that it’s the recognition (and not just the money) that matters, she kept repeating “it really is only a $100” over and over again.
“I was quite disappointed,” wrote Tong. “And I began reflecting on how I had raised my daughter and how I was going to teach her about humility and gratitude and thankfulness and really what all this meant for larger society…”
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Numerous house visits, endless feasting, and somewhat awkward chats with distant relatives — we go through the same routine each time Chinese New Year rolls about.
The celebration is probably fun for kids who get to stuff their faces with yummy snacks and fill their pockets with ang baos, but Chinese New Year for us grown-ups? Not so fun.
After spring-cleaning our houses, stocking up on sinfully delicious goodies, and sprucing ourselves up, it’s safe to say that most of us are all tired out from all the preparations.
Ever wished you could be doing something else during the holidays? You’re not the only one. We asked our colleagues: if you could do it differently, how would you celebrate Chinese New Year?
MORE ACTIVITIES, PLEASE
While most family and friends are happy to catch up with each other during house visits, perhaps the hosts can prepare some activities such as a round of mahjong for their guests.
“Have activities to fill the time instead of just waiting around all day.” – JayJay
TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING
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SINGAPORE: A five day operation in Geylang led to the arrest of forty men for various offences.
The men were aged between 16 and 77, police said in a press release on Monday (Jan 20).
Contraband cigarettes, illegal medicines, cash amounting to more than S$8,800 and gambling paraphernalia were seized in the multi-agency operation which ended on Jan 16.
The total street value of the illegal medicines amounted to about S$9,000.
Thirty-seven men were arrested for offences under the Common Gaming Houses Act, while a 22-year-old was arrested for being a member of an unlawful society under the Societies Act.
Illegal medicines will seized during the multi-agency operation. (Photo: Singapore Police Force)
The total street value of illegal medicines seized amounted to about S$9,000. (Photo: Singapore Police Force)
For dealing with duty-unpaid cigarettes, two men aged 30 and 53, were arrested.
A 28-year-old woman is also assisting the Health Sciences Authority with investigations into offences under the Health Products Act.
The operation, which was led by Bedok Police Division, involved officers from the Criminal Investigation Department, Central Narcotics Bureau, Health Sciences Authority, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority and Singapore Customs.
SINGAPORE: A new programme to encourage younger hawkers to join the trade was officially launched on Monday (Jan 20).
The Hawkers’ Development Programme – first announced in September last year – is part of a joint effort by the National Environment Agency (NEA) and SkillsFuture Singapore to sustain and promote the hawker trade.
It is the “first structured apprenticeship programme” for hawkers, said Senior Minister of State for Environment and Water Resources Amy Khor who was present at the launch held at Ci Yuan Community Centre.
The programme comes on the back of feedback from young hawkers on the need for mentorship and guidance from veteran hawkers, said Dr Khor.
In March 2019, Singapore nominated its hawker culture for the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Culture of Humanity.
While hawker culture has been an intrinsic part of Singapore’s food heritage, attracting new hawkers into the trade hasn’t been easy.
“There are challenges that make people hesitate – long hours, hard work, business risks. So just passion alone, although it is a very good starting point, is not enough,” said Minister for Education Ong Ye Kung, who was also present at the launch of the programme.
NEA hopes that the Hawkers’ Development Programme will address some of the problems, making it easier for younger hawkers to enter the trade permanently. The agency expects to train at least 100 aspiring hawkers in the next three years.
A Memorandum of Understanding was also signed by Nanyang Polytechnic’s Asian Culinary Institute and the Federation of Merchants’ Associations to promote the programme among their network of aspiring and existing hawkers.
Minister for Education Ong Ye Kung and Senior Minister of State for Environment and Water Resources Amy Khor pose with aspiring hawkers at the launch of the Hawkers’ Development Programme. (Photo: Cindy Co)
HAWKERS’ DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
There are three stages in the Hawkers’ Development Programme:
Mr Gary Lim is an aspiring hawker who joined an abridged version of the Hawkers’ Development Programme. (Photo: Cindy Co)
Aspiring hawker Gary Lim, 39, who joined an abridged version of the Hawkers’ Development Programme, wants to join the trade out of his love for hawker food.
“Although it has a lot of challenges, I think it’s a trade that requires a lot of hard work and love. It’s also a trade I feel I should, as a Singaporean, pass down the heritage to my kids and my kids’ kids … It’s something that’s close to my heart because I’ve been eating at hawker centres for a long time,” he said.
The Hawkers’ Development Programme was created after suggestions from the Workgroup on Sustaining the Hawker Trade, which include hawkers, operators and food advocates.
Interested parties may apply to join the programme on NEA’s website from today. The training will start in April.
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With Chinese New Year soon to arrive, many areas in Singapore have been decked up with colourful and festive Chinese New Year decorations, while others, brim with activities and hype.
Such is the much anticipated annual River Hongbao, which is just around the corner!
Held at The Float @ Marina Bay, from 23 Jan to 1 Feb 2020, this year, both the young and young at heart can look forward to a celebration of all sorts at River Hongbao 2020: from spectacular fireworks, performances, exhibitions to even a carnival that boasts thrilling rides, games and delicious street food!
RIVER HONGBAO 2020: KEY HIGHLIGHTS NOT TO BE MISSED (JAN 23 – FEB 1)
1. FIREWORKS DISPLAY
One of the most awaited events during Chinese New Year definitely has to be the dazzling fireworks that punctures the night sky with its brilliance.
The even more awesome part of it? They will be displayed every night during River Hongbao 2020 across Singapore’s most iconic Marina Bay skyline.
Here are daily fireworks timings:
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18 years is an awfully long time to wait for someone to repay their debt, especially when the sum is just $80.
Despite the long wait, Derick Khoo’s patience bore fruit when his debtor finally returned the sum he owed.
Though it seemed like a small issue, Khoo was so touched by the other’s change in attitude that he had to share about the incident in a Facebook post last Friday (Jan 18).
The debtor in question had been one of Khoo’s former charges as a national serviceman in the Singapore Armed Forces back in 2002. During one of their 1-to-1 interviews, he had asked to borrow money from Khoo, citing that the pay from the army wasn’t enough.
Even after completing his national service stint, the man had yet to return Khoo the money. The man later changed his number and was uncontactable.
At that point, Khoo had already given up on receiving his money.
“If I prepare to lend I prepare to lost (sic) it all,” he wrote, allowing the matter to pass just like that.
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Pineapple tarts without pineapple filling, anyone?
China Press reported that three friends from Singapore who simply enjoy the Chinese New Year snack have created the “BoTart Pineapple Tarts”, with the tagline “100 per cent tarts, 0 per cent pineapple” printed on the jars.
They have sold 250 jars, at $16.80 each, so far this month.
Their unconventional take on the festive delight is basically filling-less shortbread for people who love the crumbly buttery cookies.
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