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https://sg.finance.yahoo.com/news/singapore-ranked-most-liveable-city-220000368.html Singapore has maintained its position as the most liveable city in Asia, according to global mobility specialist ECA International in its annual location rating report. "With excellent infrastructure and facilities, low crime rates and little exposure to socio-political tensions, Singapore remains a very attractive location for expatriates," says Mark Harrison, ECA general manager for Asia. "However, other regional locations have improved, and the gap between Singapore and other locations has fallen." ECA's Location Ratings evaluate cities worldwide to assess the overall quality of living for expats in over 500 locations across the globe. The ranking is based on various liveability factors, including availability of health services, housing and utilities, access to a social network, recreational and leisure facilities, infrastructure, climate, personal safety, socio-political tensions and air quality. Hong Kong's overall ranking has fallen in the last five years but remains in the top 10 most liveable Asian cities. Since 2022, Hong Kong's liveability has improved since the final Covid-19 restrictions were removed. In terms of liveability for Asian expatriates, Hong Kong has fallen over the past decade from 17th globally in 2013 to 77th in 2023. "Since political demonstrations in 2014 and protests in 2019, elements of our assessment related to socio-political tensions and freedom of expression have worsened," notes Harrison. "However, Hong Kong still has excellent facilities, infrastructure, recreational options and low crime rates and remains attractive relative to many other locations in the region." Hong Kong is behind Singapore, Japan and Busan in the Korean Republic in ECA's Asian rankings. "The intrinsic risk of disruption caused by typhoons, relatively high levels of pollution and difficulties in obtaining suitable accommodation are factors which count against Hong Kong compared to locations such as Singapore," adds Harrison. Despite facing challenges associated with natural disasters, Tokyo is the second most liveable city for Asian expatriates. Indeed, Tokyo has risen from the 9th spot in 2013 to become the second most liveable city in ECA's latest assessment. Over the past decade, mainland Chinese cities have climbed significantly in the rankings despite losing some of their momentum during the COVID-19 pandemic. "The zero-Covid policy and associated restrictions caused many Chinese cities to fall in our rankings for a couple of years," says Harrison. "But when we look at our current assessment compared to five or ten years ago, we can see that Chinese cities have risen notably in the rankings as living conditions have improved." Some aspects of life continue to be challenging for expatriates in mainland China, such as high levels of pollution, censorship, and suboptimal healthcare facilities. However, improvements in areas such as transport infrastructure and international schooling provision are the reason cities like Shenzhen (137th this year compared to 152nd ten years ago), Xi'an (163rd this year compared to 176th), and Wuhan (up from 160th to 145th) have improved in the rankings. Yangon in Myanmar is the location that has fluctuated most in the rankings over the past 10 years. Between 2013 and 2018, there was a significant improvement in its rankings (from 225th to 208th) following the reinstatement of civilian rule and strong economic growth. However, this progress was reversed when the military seized power again in 2021, and Yangon is now back down to 229th position, lower than it was 10 years ago. Elsewhere in Southeast Asia, there have been small but significant improvements in transport infrastructure, health services and recreational facilities in several locations. These cities have become more attractive to expats, for instance, Jakarta (which moved up from 213th to 196th spot), Phnom Penh (from 200th to 184th) and Hanoi (up from 160th to 144th). Outside of Asia, cities in New Zealand and Australia are the most liveable for Asian expatriates. Wellington and Adelaide are tied in second place alongside Tokyo. Eindhoven in the Netherlands is the highest-rated European city at 7th place, while Vancouver, Canada, has the highest ranking among cities in North America.

Popular BookFest is happening now from 9 to 18 Dec at Suntec City Convention Hall 401-406. Other than books and stationery which you can get on offer for up to 70% off, there's also everyday IT gadgets from $1, Korg pianos on offer etc. But please check prices on lazada etc before heading down if getting a new digital piano is what you're looking for because so far the Korg that I'm looking at retails at around $1,100 SGD to $1,300 online. If Paw petrol is your kid's latest obsession then you'll be happy to know that there's a Popular-Exclusive Paw Patrol merchandise going on offer as well at the convention hall. More on mustsharenews.

Which mobile phone games are you playing and highly recommended ? What are the other popular games like tsum tsum now ? Ok I am having school holidays now. Lol.

I just changed the tires few days ago , since they having a sale fast hand and legs got it installed ( my review since many donkey years back) it's quiet compare to my old p zero , prolly sidewall is bit softer vs italian , but comfort wise is not bad, grip is good and no screeching sound when corner hard . so far that's all i found out.

Evidence: http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.ph...616&DL=1175

Yahoo new report: Sperm donation the most popular job among Chinese college students Seoul (The Korea Herald/ANN) - Student sperm donation has drawn controversy in China and debate has been raised as to whether it is moral to do so. College students make up about 90 percent of sperm donors in China, Chinese news reports said. An official at a sperm bank in Guangdong, southern part of the South China Sea, said that about 2,000 students donated sperm last year, making up 95 percent of all donors. "It is hard to expect healthy sperm from stressed-out office workers. College students fulfill the qualification of sperm donors, which is young and healthy," said the official. For this reason, sperm banks prefer young and healthy college students and the number of students willing to donate sperm is on the rise. Sperm donors can earn about 3,000-4,000 yuan ($456 to $608). This is a relatively large amount of money for college students, and more than Chinese farmers can make a month. The Guangdong sperm bank selects donors through medical checkups. Those who pass the medical test get paid 300 yuan for each donation. Usually, a person donates 10 samples, receiving about 3,000 yuan. "It is hard to make more than 1,000 yuan even if you work intensely all day, but if you donate your sperm, you can get a large sum of money easily," said one student who has donated. Another student said it was a meaningful job since it helped reproductively challenged families. However, some netizens have raised moral issues over sperm donation, saying that it has turned into a way to make money among college students. Some also worried that the chances of incest would increase among children who, unbeknownst to them, were conceived with the same sperm. hmmmmmmm....... earning 3,000-4,000 yuan ($456 to $608) for a no stress job .......

越南新娘不吃香　乌克兰美女争嫁狮城男 Vietnamese brides are not popular in Ukraine beautiful women compete to marry a Lion male. There are at least more than 10 Nongmeidayan Ukraine beauty to fight to marry Lion Lang. Vietnamese brides are no longer popular, matchmaking company to introduce Ukrainian beauty with a devil figure to the Lion man! There are currently more than 10 from Ukraine, accountants, teachers, businessmen and managers looking for Lion husband. In the past 10 years, many Vietnamese women married into Singapore, but the unhappy marriage, and even the frequently heard examples ended in divorce. In addition, the Vietnamese women like married into Singapore and other countries, leading to a Vietnamese man a wife is hard to find, the Vietnamese Government so the legislative ban marriage intermediary arrangements Vietnamese women married abroad. This leads to the Vietnamese bride can not be longer at the Singapore men's welcome. Local marriage agency to find new business opportunities, now got the beauty of Ukraine, to the Lion City man pairing. First Overseas International Matchmaker, boss Zhuoxin Cheng respondents said that since the beginning of this year the company began to open up new sources of foreign brides, set out on the online photos of the former Soviet Republic of Ukraine beauty, hope they find a nice ring. 17.08.2012 Shin Min Daily News ", please read the complete report.

http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2016/05/premium-plunge-sales-many-popular-luxury-cars-america-nosediving/ "Yet after BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Acura, and Cadillac all failed to match the rate of industry-wide expansion in 2015, the first four months of 2016 have revealed that even more top-level premium brands are fading as the market for new vehicles continues to expand. U.S. auto sales are up 3.4 percent in 2016. Mercedes-Benz, Lexus, BMW (the three top-ranked premium auto brands), Acura, Cadillac, and Infiniti posted declining sales in the first-third of 2016." Is this a symptom of the ongoing recession, or a trend of changing taste?

I was looking at the MZ6 this weekend and was close to buying one. In the end chickened out, haha. Anyway, I spent some time also looking at the colors in the brochure. I like the red, but the missus insists cannot choose that color. Black is also nice, but I had issues with black car before as dust and scratches show up easily. I look around Singapore and it seems like popular colors are Silver, White, Black and Grey. Do you guys agree? Seems boring to choose one of these colors, but the Mz6 blue is also not very nice. Reminds me of taxi.

Seems like that rich are not without problems, with the popular MD Wayne Chou falling out with his dad and quitting from a fat MD post. If it's not money, it will have to be some relationship troubles....

Was thinking of this just now and hence did a web search on sgcarmart. at the moment: total number of COE passenger cars on sale : 128 breakdown by make : benz 33, bmw 9, toyota 6, honda 8, volkwagen 10 etc Seems benz still the most popular car to keep after 10 years as can be seen from the data.

Padang Palace Restaurant The place to enjoy creative Chinese cuisine on Singapore’s historical Padang, an oasis in the bustling hub of the city. Tuck into it’s award-winning dishes such as, Steamed Juicy Dumplings in Chicken Broth, Buddha Jumps Over The Wall (Double Boiled Superior Dried Seafood with Sea Cucumber, Chicken & Whole Abalone), Roasted Peking Duck, Korean Puffs & Hong Kong Dim Sum. You are also treated to a picturesque view of the big greenery City Hall Padang’s field and Singapore’s financial district skyline. Padang Palace, sitting at the 2nd level of Singapore Recreation club, provides an excellent vantage of the city’s gleaming skyline. The restaurant also close to the many exciting events that are held in the city such as the F1 Night Race and the spectacular fireworks that are shown by Marina Bay. Padang Palace is open to the public. Singapore Recreation Club is a Members only facility. Dress code applies. Reservation is required. Awards Singapore Most Popular Chinese restaurant Group A, by MediaCorp Radio & The Restaurant Association of Singapore International Famous Restaurant for Chinese Cuisine by World Association of Chinese Cuisine, Beijing, China Food Fest Top 10 Favourite Restaurants by Singapore Press Holdings Ltd About the owner The restaurant owner, Mr James Chang, has more than 40 years’ of experience in F & B industry. A pioneer in Singapore’s restaurant business he has been active in promoting Chinese cuisine since the early 1970s. In the last decade he has introduced a modern version of the traditional Chinese “Man Han” Imperial Banquet to Singapore, which has been well-received. James also gives back to community by being part of the industry association to help upgrade our chefs’ culinary skills standard and raise the level of hospitality. Recognised as an expert in Chinese cuisine, he is a Chinese Salon Cuisine Judge, often invited to overseas judge gourmet events. Padang Palace Restaurant B Connaught Drive, Singapore Recreation Club 2nd Level, Singapore 179882 Phone: 63389595 Website: www.padangpalace.com.sg

Sure boh?? http://sg.news.yahoo.com/blogs/property-bl...-151142467.html

they are more "hot' than the cars and race queens at TAS 2013. seems like the cars are acting as a supporting role

I've seen really many hafei minz on the road. with poor quality paint. why is it so popular with singaporeans ah?

Only in the US they do this sort of surveys [laugh] But damn funny!!! TGIW bros! From AsiaOne: http://www.asiaone.com/News/Latest%2BNews/...109-394266.html US Congress less popular than cockroaches: poll AFP Wednesday, Jan 09, 2013 WASHINGTON - The little loved US Congress, fresh off its fiscal cliff budget crisis, is now less popular than cockroaches and lice, a survey released Tuesday found. The Public Policy Polling survey of 830 Americans from January 3-6 revealed that Congress had hit new lows in the eyes of the same US voters who sent representatives to work there. The legislative body proved less popular than traffic jams, Donald Trump, France, lice, Genghis Khan, cockroaches and used car dealers, the poll found. Just nine per cent of those surveyed had a favourable opinion of Congress. "We all know Congress is unpopular," said Dean Debnam, president of Public Policy Polling. "But the fact that voters like it less than cockroaches... really shows how far its esteem has fallen with the American public over the last few weeks."

ie: there's traces of cum at the side of her mouth http://ent.sina.com.cn/v/h/2012-09-21/08263747904.shtml

It seems like a fight between the following types, which type you think is most popular? 1. How much pple earn 2. How rich pple are, or how poor 3. FT bashing 4. Gahmen bashing 5. MRT / LTA matters 6. HDB matters 7. Tiko / xmm 8. Lousy drivers - road hogs, tailgaters 9. School priority 10.Car desgin -- new models etc 11.Food 12.Others? Underlying theme in any of the above can be classified into a few broad categories: A. Hao Lian theme B. Anything other themes instead of A or C below C. None of A and B, but angry theme (pai seh for the 'clumsy' classifications)

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Two exactly the same car commanding a S$10,000 price difference despite being registered on the same month and year! S$101 COE cars are great value, esp for those who intend to use it till scrap (4 1/2 more years to scrap). Just wondering why they are not popular? Proberly dealers psycho buyers to buy "normal" expensive COE cars 'cos "It has higher paper value" Click on the links below [/b] [/i] Nissan Sunny 1.6A - May 2001 - S$29,800 (COE $101) http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2fMCfM9F-1091.html Nissan Sunny 1.6A - May 2001 - S$39,800 (COE $33,880) http://www.sgcarmart.com/main/info-2fMGnHkb-1104.html

Hi all.. just conducting a sort of market research or survey on the most popular car choice for modifications. i.e which model's car owners are most likely to modify their cars or purchase aftermarket parts. Please note that modifications are limited to performance (engine, exhaust, brakes, handling, etc), and will exclude exterior (bodykits, lights, interior, ICE, etc) for now. Apologies if your car model is not indicated here.. but feel free to post your car below. The list was what i could think of on the types of cars in SG (hence not in any order also.. haha) Have a nice day

I was there but too far behind cannot shake her hand. Knn if ask those PAP to shake hands they sure go wash hand

Why is this car still so popular? It isnt the only RWD car that can drift... It isnt a power monster.... It isnt an Italian beauty...

Hi, Care to share and consolidate into here? Shopping mall Makan (Seafood)

Based on Google hits. http://erooups.com/2010/04/21/50_most_popu...le_50_pics.html