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Party still go on. Message is very clear, if you refused to go for vaccination, you will be left behind. National Day Parade 2021 to go ahead with physical event and spectators at The Float @ Marina Bay https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/national-day-parade-2021-ndp-floating-platform-15124154 SINGAPORE: This year’s National Day Parade (NDP) on Aug 9 will go ahead with a centralised physical event and spectators at The Float @ Marina Bay, Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen said on Monday (Jun 28). The number of participants and spectators will be “scaled down appropriately”, Dr Ng said, adding that the final figure will be decided later. Spectators above 12 years old who are eligible for the national vaccination programme must be fully vaccinated before attending the event. They will also have to undergo pre-event COVID-19 testing. All participants have also been vaccinated against the coronavirus and are routinely tested before each rehearsal in separate groups. There will only be one preview show before the main event. “There will be the usual combined parade and show, there will also be heartland activities, which the NDP Committee will share,” Dr Ng told reporters ahead of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Day on Thursday. “By Aug 9, with Singaporeans’ cooperation, we hope that at least two-thirds of the population would have gotten their second dose,” he said, highlighting that vaccinated participants and spectators “reduces a lot of risk”. “With proper safety measures, it will be safe enough for us to conduct a physical NDP on the floating platform, and I hope that Singaporeans will give us the support.” When asked about show elements like fireworks and the potential for crowding, Dr Ng said “we need Singaporeans to play their part”. “It is better to watch from the comfort and safety of their homes. Do not crowd and I think there will be administrators and safe distancing ambassadors on the ground to help enforce,” he added. “But the new normal also means that Singaporeans must take their own measures to protect themselves and especially if you are not vaccinated.” Dr Ng advised those who are not vaccinated to watch the heartland activities at home and to avoid the crowds as “it is just not as safe”. “If you are vaccinated, it does not mean you do not take any safety measures, but the risk to you is less,” he added. Dr Ng also asked Singaporeans for their understanding if this year’s show turns out to be "not as well prepared" as in previous years, given the shorter preparation time due to changing scenarios amid COVID-19. “We hope that the NDP will give us a wider perspective because it has been a tough year, a year and a half, and I think with Singaporeans’ support and help, I think we can achieve,” he added.

Do you agree? What are your thoughts? Systems in Spore are generally very efficient from buses (not so for MRT now) and roads and one of the best airports we are having. your thoughts? ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Finland has emerged as the happiest nation in the world in the sixth World Happiness Report. Norway, which topped the list last year, finished second in the 2018 report, followed by Denmark, Iceland and Switzerland. The report, prepared by the Sustainable Development Solutions Network for the United Nations, ranks countries on six key variables - income, freedom, trust, healthy life expectancy, social support and generosity. The 2018 report focuses on migration within and between countries and was released on March 14, a week ahead of the World Happiness Day. It surveyed 156 countries for their happiness levels, and 117 countries to determine the happiness of immigrants. In Asia, Israel finished first occupying the 11th spot, while United Arab Emirates came second at rank 20, followed by Qatar (32) and Saudi Arabia (33). In Southeast Asia, Singapore was found to be the happiest nation at rank 34, followed by Malaysia (35) and Thailand (46). China is lagging behind its Asian neighbours at 86 in the happiness quotient, while its fellow billion citizen peer, India is seemingly even more unhappy at rank 133. Among other Asian nations, Mongolia was ranked at 94, Vietnam at 95, Indonesia, 96, Bhutan - which was once the happiest - at 97, Nepal at 101, Laos, 110, Bangladesh, 115, Sri Lanka, 116, Cambodia, 120 and Myanmar, 130. http://www.asiaone.com/singapore/singapore-happiest-nation-southeast-asia

nothing escape the material world, better stay closed to the outside world.

Apart from Thailand, Malaysia has the highest number of road deaths in South-east Asia, a World Health Organisation shows. Malaysia recorded 25 deaths out of 100,000 people; compared to 38.1 in Thailand. The safest road use nation in the region is Singapore, which recorded only 5.1 deaths per 100,000 people, according to the WHO. The regional average is 17.91 per 100,000 population. These alarming figures were highlighted at the opening of the Inter­national Crashworthiness Conference 2014, held for the first time in Malaysia here, yesterday. A statement by the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (Miros), issued in conjunction with the event, said it was “more a sense of attitude than infrastructure that caused road deaths”. “For Malaysia, there were 6,915 deaths from 6,308 fatal accidents last year, which is an average of 18.9 deaths per day,” the statement said. Zeroing in on Sarawak, the statement said some people compared road conditions in the state with those in peninsular Malaysia. “However, the road accident fatality rate in Sarawak is actually comparatively lower than the national rate,” the statement read. “The rate for Sarawak last year was 16.06 deaths per 100,000 population or 2.8 deaths per 10,000 vehicles. “Nationally, the rates were almost 25 deaths per 100,000 population or 2.9 deaths per 10,000 vehicles. “For the first six months of this year, there were 4,076 deaths.” Miros director-general Prof Dr Wong Shaw Voon said nearly six times as many road death victims were men compared to women. He said Malaysians would break the law and blame the environment over their own actions. “There are those who think deaths and accidents are fated or destined. “Obviously, that’s wrong. Even when accidents occur, it shouldn’t be fatal. If possible, no one should get hurt,” Dr Wong said. “The higher speed you travel at, the higher the chance of accident.” Meanwhile, police statistics between 2005 and last year showed most road deaths occurred to those aged 21 to 25 years. The fatality rate reduces as the age of road users goes up. In another development, the Road Safety Department estimated that road fatalities could hit 10,000 by the year 2020. “Last year, there could have been more than 8,000 road deaths based on projections, but there wasn’t, which means it is possible to achieve our target of halving the number,” department director-general Datuk Dr Tam Weng Wah said. “There is already a slight downward trend, just not as fast as we would like it to go,” he said. The problem with Malaysian road users, he added, was the idea that those who drove safely should be rewarded. “There is a law that says rear passengers have to use seat belts but many break that law. “There are people and organisations who think the Government should give incentives for good behaviour. “But, the incentive is safety. Even when you are safe, others might not be, so take all preventive measures.” The conference, which ends on Thursday, was previously held in Melbourne, London and Kyoto. Source: http://www.thestar.com.my/News/Nation/2014/08/26/Malaysias-deadly-roads-Country-is-second-worst-in-region-with-25-deaths-out-of-100000-people/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUBKs1DCqaE...gdata_playerLee Didn't know someone get it worse than Nelson Mandala!

http://www.foreignpolicy.com/articles/2012..._luce_interview do you think this is a fair comment on our younger generation? but looking in this forum, some old members are just as spoilt so are we really being fair to label the youth today or are we just pot calling the kettle black what do you think are reasons or acts that make you think the younger generations are spoiled brats let me begin: 1. Helper helping NS MAN carrying havesack 2. Helper kneeing down to tie shoelaces for school children

Quite clear thinking. ST Forum May 23, 2011 The line between party and nation THE existence of different political parties in a country is considered a hallmark of democracy. However, there is a vast difference between many Third World countries and First World countries in how the political system works. In some Third World countries, it is not just wholesome rivalry between parties but deep hostility that often manifests in assassination, detention and persecution. One admirable feature of some First World democracies is that when the election is over, the opponents shake hands and get down to work together for the greater good of the nation with little personal ill feelings. The interest of the nation prevails over that of the party. In other words, the line between the party and the nation is distinct. Not many Asian countries are able to observe that distinction thoroughly. In one general election here some time back, I was disappointed to see the leader of the winning party coming on television to warn the constituency that voted against the party that it would not enjoy the benefits other constituencies would. I feel that once a candidate is elected, he should serve all people without distinction. On National Day, I feel something amiss when People's Action Party parliamentarians show up in party uniform. National Day, unlike a party rally, is for the whole nation, and the celebration should signify a united nation. There is a Chinese saying that different roads can lead to the same destination. Even though there is a dominant one-party rule in Singapore, I hope different parties can see clearly the way to the ultimate, overriding interest of the nation. I was very impressed by an unusual phenomenon in Malaysia in the 1970s when Dr Tan Chee Khoon, an opposition leader, was appointed chairman of the University of Malaya Council. We are a small country; talent are hard to come by and they should not have a party label. I hope all our parliamentarians who have something valuable to contribute can be fully made use of in our government regardless of their party backgrounds. Dr Ong Siew Chey

A Nation with Rotten Teeth May 9, 2011 by admin Filed under: Current Affairs and Politics, Dr Wong Wee Nam By Dr Wong Wee Nam 08 May 2011 At a lunchtime SDP Rally in UOB Plaza on 5th May 2011, Ms Michelle Lee told the packed crowd why she was standing for election. She said to a roaring crowd,

Was flabbergasted after reading this guy's online letter. What has one being verbally abused by a irritated parent got to do with ruling a nation? By stretching my imagination, I suspect that he compares himself to that of a government & that the father & son team is the people. When the people does something wrong & kena from the government, the latter get rebuked? [shakehead] Really this guy CHAMPION in making comparisons !!!!!! From ST Forum online: http://www.straitstimes.com/STForum/Online...ory_664793.html May 5, 2011 What it takes to make a difference ON MAY Day, I went for an evening run and witnessed first-hand how difficult it is to run a country. A father and his son sped past me on their bicycles. Moments later at a road junction, I found a plastic bottle which the boy had been holding on to earlier. So when I saw them again, waiting at a red light, I politely broached the matter with the boy. But his father became furious and started hurling abuse. I would like to thank our nation's leaders for their courage to step forward and lead to make a difference. It is a thankless job, judging from my own experience. Tang Kum Cheong

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Damm....seems like I wasted my 13 years of ICT and NS to fight for something that is not defined as yet. What are we defending for if this is not a nation yet????? Come on...then all the more New PR and citizens should participate in the formation of a Singapore nation. Like this more meaningfull mah!!

Its the SAF song that goes like this... forward... we're marching forward...

Robert Koren scored a late goal Sunday to give Slovenia a 1-0 win over 10-man Algeria in the teams' tournament opener, putting the World Cup's smallest nation -- population 2 million, about the size of Houston -- ahead of the United States and England in Group C. http://g.sg.sports.yahoo.com/football/worl...a-slovenia.html a country population of only 2 million - can go world cup, here sg boast almost 4 million & more, yet cant give a fart. what a joke! either the people at slovenia are made for the game or there is really zero talent here, might as well buy over that country & play for us. cheaper in long terms..haha

Do you agree with the article? Somehow I can't help but still parts of this article is damn accurate http://www.straitstimes.com/STForum/...ry_531394.html May 26, 2010 LOW BIRTH RATE A nation of spoilt princesses? THE Association of Women for Action and Research (Aware) seemed to suggest last Thursday ('Singapore still far behind in true gender equality: Aware') that women are free from blame for the declining birth rate in Singapore. In Singapore, most parents urge their children to excel in studies and focus on their career. Few prepare their children for the rigours of parenthood. Many households also employ maids. As a result, our boys and girls grow up lacking parenting skills and are clueless about household chores. The boys, however, have responsibilities forced upon them in the form of national service. Not so the girls. They are free to place personal ambition above all else. Many women choose to remain single because they do not see the need or the urgency to get married. They do not need a man to provide for them and they can always depend on their girlfriends for emotional support. As for sex, few see the need to have it regularly. Even when a woman does want to get married, her expectations get in the way. The man must be her 'type'. He must have a great job, good income, be reasonably good-looking and he must also charm her off her feet before she will contemplate marriage. Our society glorifies the career woman. Lifestyle and fashion magazines devote pages to tips for the career woman to get ahead. Floors in shopping malls cater exclusively to the needs of these women and credit card and insurance companies vie for their money. As a result, women are spoilt for choice. Egged on by society, free from national service and reservist obligations and not needing a man, they are totally free to focus exclusively on their careers. Choosing to get married and have children is committing career suicide. The conclusion is inevitable. We have raised a nation of 'spoilt princesses' unwilling and unable to handle the rigours of motherhood. Sulthan Niaz

Yes, it's time u contribute to our nation building. Lai Lai... less then 6% niah niah, dun b shy (not that u hv choice also) gahment make ur wallet lighter for ur own good. ------------ Electricity bills to go up by an average 5.94% from 2008 By Asha Popatlal, Channel NewsAsia | Posted: 26 December 2007 1845 hrs SINGAPORE : Households and businesses in Singapore will have to pay more for electricity from next year. SP Services said tariffs will be going up from the first quarter of 2008. A statement released on Wednesday showed that the new rates will hit a six-year high for households and small businesses. SP Services attributed the higher cost of electricity to higher fuel prices. On average, the tariffs will go up by 5.94 percent. This translates into an increase of about S$1.30 in the monthly bill of households staying in one-room flats. Residents of 5-room flat units are likely to pay about S$5.50 more each month. The rates are reviewed and adjusted according to fluctuating electricity costs every quarter, and they have been approved by industry regulator, the Energy Market Authority. - CNA /ls http://www.channelnewsasia.com/stori...319259/1/.html More good years ahead!!!!