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Good morning~~ My coll told me something about motorcycle rental recently. Back in my hell riding years of understanding that motorcycle renting is illegal. The insurance coverage used to have "any rider" and it was wrote off due to some bike shop abuse this loop hole to rent bikes to ppl. I did my search and indeed there are a few portal renting out motorcycles.. but no infor about whether it;s legal not? Any one here rented a motorcycle b4? Can shed some lights here b4 I can advise her to rent or not..

What it's like for one teacher who already carries a gun Karl Donnelson is a science teacher in Colorado In the wake of the school shooting in Parkland, Florida, there's a debate growing about what to do to protect students from shootings. President Trump said he's interested in arming teachers and other school personnel -- an idea backed by the National Rifle Association. At least four states are considering legislation that would allow educators to carry a concealed firearm in schools. Eight states already do. "I just signed up to teach kids since," said Karl Donnelson, a teacher in Colorado. "As you can see, with all my other jobs sometimes you have to do additional things at small schools, and this is one of them." Donnelson sat down with CBS News' Nikki Battiste to explain what it's like to carry a gun, while also working as a teacher. "If you're gonna protect the kids, why not give them a tool to protect them with," he said. Nikki Battiste: How long have you been a science teacher? Karl Donnelson: This is my third year. Battiste: How long have you been armed in your classroom? Donnelson: This is my first year. Battiste: What kind of gun is it? Donnelson: It's a glock, 9 millimeter. Battiste: It's concealed carry. Donnelson: Correct. Battiste: Where is your firearm? Donnelson: Can I show it to you? Battiste: Yes, please. In your cowboy boot? Donnelson: That's why I wear boots. Battiste: You didn't used to wear boots? Donnelson: No. Battiste: Is this gun loaded? Donnelson: There's nothin' in the chamber. The school board would not allow for us to put one in the chamber. Donnelson volunteered to carry a gun in his classroom, he's one of about 100 armed staff in schools across Colorado. Battiste: If you heard gunshots right now, what would you do? Donnelson: Lockdown, immediately, all the classes will have their locked doors. I would run towards the gunfire. Try to find out who it is and take care of it. Battiste: If an active shooter were to come in, you have to make a split life-or-death decision. Donnelson: Correct. Battiste: Are you ready for that? Donnelson: Yes. My biggest fear is missing and hitting a student. But that's the risk you take by carrying a gun. May I miss? Yeah, possibly. But would you rather have 50 kids killed or one? Colorado law prohibits firearms in schools, but a loophole lets districts designate armed safety officers. Armed teachers are required to pass a three-day firearms and trauma response course, which includes a simulated school shooting scenario. Battiste: How often are you being re-trained or refreshing? Donnelson: Every semester we go in and shoot the 100 percent qualification. Fifty-five percent of Colorado voters favored allowing teachers and school officials to carry guns on school grounds, according to a 2015 Quinnipiac poll. CBS News sat down with other teachers who are having the same discussion. Some admit they had mixed feelings when it first came up. "They could shoot our whole building up before we would ever have anybody get here for help," one teacher said. "As a human being, it was very saddening to me that that's what this has come to," another teacher added. Despite warning signs in front of the school, parents and staff are not told who is armed. Battiste: Do you think they have a right to know? Donnelson: That's up to the school board, administration, and if anybody asks me I tell 'em. Battiste: A lot of people would say this is a terrible idea. Donnelson: Yeah, and that's their opinion, and I respect it. But I think our community wants our students protected. We can't afford security guards, and if teachers are willing to and go through the training I think they should have the opportunity to help protect 'em. Battiste: What is the answer to keep our kids? Donnelson: There is no answer, and i'm not sayin' we're gonna stop school violence by havin' teachers with weapons, but at least it's a good start. So there is no answer, but this is what we decided as a community and as a school district. The school has other armed staff. Each had to pass a background check and a psychological evaluation. The superintendent says other schools considering arming their staffs have reached out to him for guidance. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/what-its-like-for-one-teacher-who-already-carries-a-gun/

CNA reported : Scoot makes maiden flight to Sydney By Hetty Musfirah | Posted: 04 June 2012 1836 hrs SINGAPORE: Singapore's first long haul budget carrier Scoot will finally take to the skies with its inaugural flight to Sydney on Monday night. The flight is scheduled to depart from Singapore Changi Airport at 11.25pm and will arrive in Sydney at 9.20 on Tuesday morning. And it will be a full flight, with about 400 passengers onboard. The first flight comes after months of preparation, which saw the aircraft-bought from Singapore Airlines, being refitted. This meant doing away with more than two tonnes of entertainment equipment to make way for iPads. Doing so, means a lighter plane where less fuel is used. Scoot said this has been one way it's been able to save costs in view of higher fuel prices. - CNA/ck ST report : Low-cost carrier Scoot's maiden flight delayed Low-cost carrier Scoot's maiden flight to Sydney on Monday was delayed for more than an hour due to a technical fault. The Boeing 777-200 jet, with a full load of about 400 passengers, remained grounded at press-time on Monday night, as engineers tried to get it fit for take-off. The flight with paying passengers, guests and members of the media left Changi Airport Terminal 2 at 11.45pm - 20 minutes later than scheduled. But it turned back on the runway and returned to the boarding area at 12.20am. CNA & ST, different reports ... If SIA can't tidy up TigerAir, I am not taking Scoot. Already maiden flight facing problem, how to trust future destinations will not face delaying problem.... Take off at 11.45pm and returned to runway at 12.05am, after 20 minutes in the air....

"They" sure comes out early this year ........ Some more, 'White' collar spirits .... Yahoo news: Survey: 1 in 5 Singapore workers claim 'ghostly' workplace encounters Hungry Ghost Month starts this August. According to Chinese tradition, this is a time when Hell releases its ghostly denizens into the land of the living. So if you regularly work overtime, watch out: Nearly 1 in 5 (17%) Singapore workers claim to have encountered or heard others encounter the supernatural in the workplace - right here, in modern Singapore. In addition, Master degree and N/O-level holders are equally and most likely to claim a personal encounter. The most 'haunted' area? Office washrooms. 33 per cent of 'encounters' take place in washrooms, followed by meeting rooms (15%) and storerooms (8%). Over 3,500 Singapore workers took part in the JobsCentral survey from May to June this year. Other findings include: Health & Social Services is the most 'haunted' service industry to work in Women are more likely than men to 'encounter' or hear about someone encountering 'something' Writing/Editorial workers are most likely to witness 'something'; Research & Development workers the least. Strange manifestations are most common (59%); being physically touched by unseen forces the least (2%) Most claim seeing ghostly/shadowy figures (65%); few witness possessed co-workers (3%) Spooktacular office encounters We received hundreds of creepy claims. Here's a short selection; for more, head here. My friend's a media editor. One night he heard strange noises. The office chairs had started to roll on their own. He said a prayer and continued working, ignoring the noises and movements. Loud knocking on the windows late at night. I work on the 30th floor. Boss asked: "Why didn't you introduce the new female staff to me?" Staff was puzzled because there was no new employee. The boss must've seen a lady ghost. Crying sounds coming from the office cupboard. Our night security guard was resting at our receptionist counter when he felt something sinister. He woke to a sweet smell and the sight of a figure with hair as long as its white robes. He fled the room and told his colleagues, except his boss because he wasn't supposed to be there. Something kept singing oldies song near my ears... I felt someone run a finger across my neck when I was talking to my colleagues. I turned around but there wasn't anyone behind me. Paper flying on its own in the Accounts office. Our new female staff was working night shift when she heard someone crying in the toilet. Without thinking, she went to check the cubicles and was horrified to find no one. Then when she was about to run out, she heard a woman laughing loudly. There used to be this 'girl' roaming the third level of our building. Mediums were called in and 'she' went away. more stories : http://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/survey-1-...-015436836.html "33 per cent of 'encounters' take place in washrooms" .. hmmmmmm....... work of 'Hamsup' Tiko ghost ...

Think before dumping parents in home Those who dump their parents in homes ought to realise that they will eventually meet the same fate, says this writer. my paper By Ronnie Poon In the corporate and business world, it is called succession planning when staff with potential are trained and groomed to provide the next level of support and leadership. They are given all the opportunities, resources and exposure to prepare them for the career path ahead. This is no different from similar preparation in the political arena. At home, the same is also true. Many families, especially Chinese ones, want a son to carry on the family name. The son is favoured not only for his role in maintaining the roots of the ancestral tree, but also his ability to provide, hopefully, an umbrella for his parents in their old age. Parents these days are prepared to have smaller families so that they can give their children the best life can offer. It is not uncommon for some parents to even buy their children a car or a marital home. Call these actions by whatever name you want, but it all boils down to two fundamental reasons: kiasuism and over-pampering. The hope is that their children will take care of them or provide them with a roof over their heads when they are old or sick. However, there are many cases where grown-up children regard looking after parents and parents- in-law as a cost and a liability. The most popular option these days is to send the parents to an old-age home, where they remain for the rest of their days. Usually, the more well-to-do the family is, the more commonly this option is taken. This is because it doesn't come cheap. The reasons (or excuses) are various: Everyone is working, there's no one to take care of them, the house is too small, the children are growing up and there are not enough rooms. Or: Why me, when there are other sons? No wonder nursing homes are doing so well. Families are passing the buck to others just because they can afford to pay. Many residents in old folk's homes have not had a single visitor in weeks, months or even years after their admission. Imagine the loneliness of aged parents as they face four walls, with no one to talk to. Being immobile, it's worse than serving a jail sentence. The reality of life in a nursing homes is eat, sleep and wait for death. Interestingly enough, sending parents away to nursing homes does not contravene the three-generation HDB concept (as the aged still keep the same registered address). Dependants can still pocket an annual government grant given to those who share the same address as their aged parents. Those who dump their parents in homes ought to realise that they will eventually meet the same fate. The day of reckoning will come when their own children follow their footsteps and let them have a taste of their own bitter medicine.

Iron Dome. Seems like its being battle tested and has scored well recently. Really Singapore is buying?

I have registered this morning. Any bro register? It is indeed worth waiting for it from the excellent review of note 2.

Just wondering how close can we get to the Pandas?Can't touch right? Are they in a aircond area ?

I thought the movie started off promising but it got a bit "same old same old" when the Alien part started. Should have made it as a stand alone movie rather than an Alien prequel. Would have been nicer if for example, they explored the behaviour and motivations of the David more.

Let's say you've involved in an accident with another vehicle, and both of you have settled the claim through insurance. Question is, how do you know that the case has been closed? ie. case closed and both parties will never be able to pursue further claims in the future?

I think most interested in properties have already read this article. http://www.asiahomepreview.net/2012/02/25/437/ Your opinions on this article? My opinion: I agree that an 'excessive price fall' is unlikely. I'm thinking of 8-10 percent. PAP really don't want the bubble to burst. They want to let it slowly deflate. The article does not account of foreigners leaving. And of all those that came, how many plan on actually buying and staying here for good? Definition of foreigners? PRs only? Or including EP/WP? It is ridiculous to include foreign labourers in his number of foreigners, but maybe he excluded them already?

Rich turning to the seas for the high life By Sabrina Chua | Posted: 31 January 2012 2129 hrs SINGAPORE: The number of billionaires in Asia is growing. In 2011, the figure jumped by almost 100 from the year before to 332. As wealth grows, so do the options to enjoy those riches. And many billionaires are turning to the seas, not just for rest and relaxation but for business too. Marinas in Asia are becoming increasingly packed, a sign that while the yachting culture is still in its infancy, it is gaining ground in the region. Andy Treadwell, managing director of the Informa Yacht Group, said: "It's the lifestyle of the rich and famous, isn't it? It's the ultimate status symbol." Luxury yachts can cost US$1 million upwards. The world's most expensive superyacht is rumoured to cost US$1 billion. But it's not just about living the high life. Having a yacht can also be good for business. Informa Yacht Group's Andy Treadwell said: "A yacht is a very good place to do business. To be able to afford, to entertain business clients on a yacht is a serious statement of intent and ability to do business." This reporter is on board a 15m yacht. It has two cabins, a study, a seating area and even a little kitchenette. With all the comforts of home in such a luxurious setting, it's quite easy to see why yachting is becoming an increasingly attractive option for the rich in Asia. But with the forecasts for rough economic seas, will it still be smooth sailing for the yachting industry? Informa Yacht Group's Andy Treadwell said: "There's a gloomier forecast for Southeast Asia in the next year or so, but still, a huge amount of private wealth (is) being generated. "And all the recent studies by the private banks and their research groups indicate that that's actually accelerating at the moment. And it's these people who are learning to love the lifestyle of marine leisure." With the US and Europe economies in trouble, industry players are looking East, wanting to nurture Asia's newfound love for yachts. Informa Yacht Group's Andy Treadwell said: "The more they see of it, the more they want to partake and participate. And that's what the Singapore Yacht Show is also about. We're inviting people around the region to come and try yachting." To draw more visitors from around the region, organisers of the Singapore Yacht Show in April are bringing in about 15 superyachts - yachts that are longer than 24 metres. They are hoping the grand scale of these vessels will impress and anchor Asia's growing interest in yachting, even with a stormy economic outlook ahead.

I was involved in a traffic accident whereby a pedestrian was involved. Not totally my fault and I have the right of the way. Anyway, as long as a car accident involved a pedestrian, the driver will be held liable no matter how. I reported the accident to my insurance company.The claim officer of my insurance company advised me not to go for private settlement as the pedestrian might jacked up the injury claim if that pedestrian comes to aware that can claimed from my insurance company. My NCD is reduced from 50% to 20% and the premium for my next year renewal quoted by my present insurance company had increased more than 2 times my present premium, even though there is no claim from the pedestrian yet. The claim officer explained a sum of money had been reserved for the injury claim as injury claim is opened for a period of about 5 to 6 years. The claim officer also added that if there is no claim from the pedestrian for 2 years, my NCD will reverted back to 50% and I will be refunded for the extra premium paid during these 2 years. I then asked the claim officer will I still get the refund if I switch to other insurance company. The claim officer said that I will still get the refund from other insurance company if there is no claim as that they will checked and verified with my present insurance company. It is the assurance of refund that I decided not to go for private settlement . I called another insurance company for a quotation for the my insurance renewal. They quoted me about the same amount of premium as what my present insurance company quoted me. However, they told me that there is no refund from them even there is no claim from the pedestrian. I then told them of all what the claim officer had told and assured of refund me, they still told me this is not the practice for their company. The only thing is my NCD will be inceased by 10% if there is no further accident claim, which is the normal practice for all company. If there is no refund at all, it seems that getting a private settlement might be better as my NCD will be reinstated back to 50% and my premium for next renewal will be affected. Besides, the pedestrian suffered very minor injury thus the amount to be paid most likely will not be high. What you guys think?

Smoking can make your nipples fall off Women with breast implants should take care not to smoke - they face the risk of becoming nipple-less. That's what top plastic surgeon Dr Anthony Youn warned on CNN's health blog The Chart, that smoking before or after a breast lift surgery can cause a woman's nipples to turn black and fall off. Related:

Although the track is still not ready for racing, Red Bull has already started to study the America's track in Austin, future venue of the United States Grand Prix. David Coulthard was the test driver, check it out: http://www.autoviva.com/member.php?id=1035...mp;post_id=2549

I think he shoots off waaaaay too soon. Already talk like he is the new president. http://sg.news.yahoo.com/blogs/singaporesc...wpphu-container

It was the "Clash of the TiTans".... then it became "3-Corner Fight of the Tans" the latest is: "Four Tans are BETTER Than Three" what's next...... Will the 5th Tan Step Out? what's happening???

arrogance and complacency again???

Since different models now in the market have their own good features, car makers maybe can give us a car that combines all the good features... it will not necessary be expensive, just mix-n-match nia....: 1. Steering wheel central pad (where control buttons are) that always stays in the same position even if the wheel is turned (Citreon C5) 2. Rear seats which can be folded up (the seat where our buttocks sit) for transporting tall things such as potted flower plants (Jazz/Fit) 3. Sliding rear passenger doors: good for getting in/out in tight carpark (Honda Freed) 4. Space under rear seats for storage (jazz/fit) 5. Small triangular window (called quater-light) in front door that can swing and direct more air into the cabin (espeically on cool days when there's no need to 'on' the aircon) (old school cars) 6. others? (please add your wish list) Car makers can make these items at least available as options so that the base price of cars (without these option) can be kept low, but buyers who like these features can have them if they pay more.

I went yesterday. Don't be fooled by the picture shown on their website. The actual BMW World Singapore exhibition is much smaller than that. http://www.bmwworld.com.sg A few cars worth noting IMO : M3 GTS, M3 in matt gray, Z8, Z1, 8 series and 507. There is a classic 327 on display outside, near the main entrance where the escalators are. The paintwork on the left front wheel fender near to the headlamp is bubbling and probably rusted out on the inside. The highlight of the show, IMO, is the GINA Light Visionary model. 20" rims with insane offsets. Unfortunately they only showed a video of it in action and not the actual car in action. There are 2 self portrait cameras that seem to be mega sized iphones. Tap the screen for a shot and it will countdown in 3 secs, so get ready before then. Afterwhich they will ask you for your details so that they can email the photo to you. It's free. You'll get a lanyard with a pass when u confirm your registration at the counter, not too bad I suppose. I finished the whole show in about 30 to 45 mins. Didn't stay till 9pm for BMW Lounge to start. If you're a BMW fan, I suppose you might find something there. Just don't expect much like me. I was actually expecting the whole fleet of BMWs to be there but most of the classic models I had hoped to see were not there, e.g E30 and E36 M3, E39 M5.

Strange that a almost brand new BMW F10 535i is on the pre-owned market. Is there something the owner knew after driving 100km that others don't? http://www.sgcarmart.com.sg/used_cars/info...479&DL=1000

...this shop in Resorts World.....hmmm...there no flood wat [laugh] Sent to me via mms

There are a some Porsche enthusiasts who feel every Porsche should have a boxer engine in the boot, but each and every month the sales totals tell us that customers are far more interested in vehicles they can live with on a daily basis. The large-and-in-charge Cayenne is a perfect example. It's certainly not a 911 at five-feet tall and 4,400 lbs., yet the big SUV continuously sells in higher volume here in the U.S. than its sportier stablemates. With Porsche in the middle of changing over to the 2011 Cayenne, the 911 and Cayman/Boxster had a solid opportunity to come out on top, but April's sales figures shows that the newest of Porsches, the four-door Panamera, shot right to the head of the class. The decidedly front-engined, boxer-less Porsche Panamera routed its stablemates with 678 sales, the big sedan's best month yet. Those 678 sales are nearly double that of the 911, its next closest competitor in the Porsche line-up. But while the Panamera can hang its hat on a very nice April, we're thinking the big Porsche's days as sales leader are numbered. Since the outgoing 2010 Cayenne averaged about 800 sales per month last year, our money is on the 2011 model to take its U.S. sales crown back in the next month or two. [source: Porsche]

Juz watched it last nite, it was excellent ..they finishing this Sun 18th, don't miss this musical performance

hi all... anyone interested in the new Sonata or i45?? the pricelist is out on Komoco website already... 2.0GLS at $82,999 2.4GLS at $88,999 2.4GLS Sunroof at $91,999