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Lives are lost, the MIW have spoken, help is given to Cabby's family from all walks of life, even Shanmugam promised assistance; Chinese embassy even issued a statement to remind its citizens of their conduct. You could say that Shanmugam is wayang and what's not. No matter what MIW do, there will always be cynics questioning their motives. But I don't think this is the main issue. I think the issue is whether are these xenophobia/anti-PRC bashing way overboard or justified? thanks to social media, especially Temasek Times and Temasek Review which paint a very negative impression that Singapore is anti-PRC. Are we Singaporeans really that xenophobic? Temasek Review is seeking for US$50,000 donations again. So are we going to donate to them to help propagate xenophobia? On retrospect, are all the PRC in Singapore you have encountered, pests? Hey, I think the McDonald counter staff, a PRC is polite and serves with a great smile!
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Posted by "Jan" Being an expat myself who also lived in Singapore for a year back in the mid 1990's I have to be completely honest and say that I really think the Singaporean Government should try to stick a finger in the ground and listen to its own population for once. Even I as a foreigner much prefer the The Singapore I experienced 18 years ago from the Singapore today where everything seems to be aimed at creating a higher GDP on paper for show with the result that Singaporeans are being made secondary citizens in their own country. It is really no wonder that ordinary Singaporeans feel they have had enough. Due to the Governments stance on labour laws it has been possible for employers to virtually make Singaporeans extinct within certain industries. The service sector in Singapore is today virtually void of local Singaporeans. When I go to Changi Airport to fly anywhere the only place I meet local Singaporeans is in Immigration. Honestly, a people should never have to feel alienated in their own country. A completely unnecessary accident as the described just fuels the feelings already deeply rooted in most Singaporeans and that is only the lasted case. Why is it possible for somebody else than Singaporean citizens to occupy HDB flats? Why has it been allowed that some foreigners have been able to stay in the PR scheme almost indefinitely? Why are many Singaporeans treated differently in hospitals and educational institutions just because you have foreigners standing there waving money? I can only recommend the Singaporean Government to wake up and look at the realities. A very real scenario may reveal itself in 2016 and maybe that is about time as well. I am not a Singaporean nor can I ever become one but I do have enough common sense to understand that there is something very wrong in Singapore when local Singaporeans are being put second or further back in line to pretty much everything while some foreigners, who's only asset for Singapore is money, take first row. Maybe The Singaporean Government don't even care how some of these newly rich have actually aquired their wealth. Many of them may not really be people you want to be associated with like this irresponsible crazy PRC moron who by his splendid show of stupidity managed to take the lives of two innocent people of which one was just an ordinary family father who worked to provide for his family. Link
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Title : Middle class wage stagnation could lead to social instability By : Date : 11 January 2007 1856 hrs (SST) URL : Middle class wage stagnation could lead to social instability - Channel NewsAsia SINGAPORE: Middle class wages have been stagnant in the past 5 years, according to economists, and this could lead to social instability. These concerns were shared by economists at the annual Institute of Policy Studies Singapore Perspectives conference, who also added that the government is taking steps to address the problem. Economists believe a US economic slowdown in business and consumer spending may cause problems for Singapore, but as Singapore is tops in the ASEAN resilience index, it should be able to weather external shocks, thanks to a diversified economy and strong Asian demand. They predict that growth going forward will be above 3 to 5 percent. The long-term growth limits for a mature economy was previously in the 3 to 5 percent range. However, economists are asking who this growth is for. The income of the bottom 30 percent of the population has fallen. What is more worrying is the fact that the majority of Singaporeans in the middle class has only seen about a one percent increase in their nominal income in the last 5 years. This is not not just a Singapore problem say economists who point out that stagnant wages is a global problem. The chief reason for this is globalisation, especially with India and China introducing a large pool of skilled and unskilled labour to compete with the labour forces of industrialised countries. Singapore is susceptible to this because of its open economy. Manpower Ministry data shows that 124,000 jobs were created last year and 45 percent of these jobs went to foreigners. "With the rate of immigration, even among unskilled and semi skilled labour at a rate twice of what we experienced in the 90s, at a rate fastest in the developed world, the question is - does this dampen our real wages as we grow? Does the strategy itself dampen real wages and depress real wages at the low and middle end of the spectrums? They are sacred cows but we should step back and think about them," said Yeoh Lam Keong, Vice President, Economic Society of Singapore. Another reason cited for middle class wage stagnation is the move by the government to cut CPF employer contribution rates for older workers by 4 percentage points over the last 2 years. "So if you were a worker in the 50-55 age group, you could have seen your wages fall as much as 10 percent over the last 3 or 4 years. Now with the economy improving, the government could bring that back, the increase is 1 or 2 percent. I'm in support of CPF tinkering but probably it happens far too often, but I think there's probably some justification to look back and think that the restructuring was a bit too aggressive on the CPF side and it has contributed somewhat to a very sandwiched middle class," said Chua Hak Bin, Director, Asia Pacific Econ & Market Analysis, Citigroup Global Markets Singapore. The government is looking at increasing CPF by 1 to 2 percentage points in 2007. Economists say workfare should become a more permanent pillar of the economy so as to cushion growing inequality. - CNA /dt
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This software can remotely take photos of you and record your voice too, anyone tried this software?? https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?...LmNlcmJlcnVzIl0.
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"Meet TERII, the most advanced vehicle theft-deterrent system ever made. More than a car alarm, TERII uses biometric recognition and negotiating tactics to protect against vehicle theft. Scheduled for inclusion on all* 2013 Honda vehicles. *Requires Technology Package and Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System
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Anybody can provide me the contact for shops that customised anti-slip ring(silver or gold color) on our car mat? I remembered someone ever posted here the shop that customised this on our car mat but just can't find the thread with several keywords tried. thanks in advance.
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So what do you guys think about the difference of Anti Roll bars... I think some of you guys who planted them on your car are singing a different song as compared previously right??? Whats your views?? Drop a line! You might want to share with those who just bought the Starlet or perhaps some who's learning more about the EP80/EP70
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My car mat kept slipping away. Is there any way I can put something below the car mat to prevent it from slipping so much?
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Hi, need urgent advise on a good anti-slip product for toilet floors cos FIL slipped and hurt his back last night. I was told that there are some DIY permanent anti-slip coatings available in the market? Any good recommendations and where to get? Prevention is better than cure... Thanks!
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anyone of u here anti china? any reason? can u tell me? I'm not China*
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Temasek Review A netizen Abdul Malek was arrested by the police yesterday purportedly for posting anti-YOG remarks on Facebook. Malek wrote on Facebook that he was questioned by the police from Bedok Police Division on the charge of
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Hear so many accidents involving Taxis. Shold be it mandatory to have anti-collision system installed at all Taxis. If not available for retrofit kit, then new models should be made to have this active safety feature. It will slow down speed if too close, or intervene to brake and stop vehicle in collision is detected. No chance for them to tail gate lah
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Hi all, There are so many brands of those anti-solar products out there in the market. How do you guy choose the right one for your car? Do you simply go by the cheapest one? I have seen inferior one, which give you bubbles of air as time goes by and also expensive one that blocks high percentage of UV. So how to choose one that is suitable for our climate, not worry about being caught by LTA not be conned by the installer? Kindly advise us. Thank you very much. Regards,
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There is no vendetta against Lewis Hamilton, the 2008 world champion's formula one competitor Mark Webber insists. Australian Webber was heard on the radio complaining about the Briton during the recent Chinese grand prix, when a clash pushed the Red Bull wide. After Malaysia, Hamilton was the subject of intense controversy surrounding his weaving in front of Vitaly Petrov, and in China he was again warned by officials after a pitlane encounter with Sebastian Vettel. But Webber, 33, denies the McLaren driver's rivals deliberately give Hamilton a hard time. "There's absolutely nothing against Lewis," he told the BBC. Regarding the Petrov incident, Webber said the drivers wanted to clarify the FIA's future response to straight-line weaving, insisting there is no "witch hunt against anyone". "If anyone had driven like that there would have been some questions asked. It's totally fair to do that. In the end it was nipped in the bud. Lewis is fine with it and we move on," he added. Triple world champion Sir Jackie Stewart thinks it is Hamilton's overtaking skills and on-track "enthusiasm" that are causing the problems among his rivals. "He has woken up a lot of drivers with his skills," he told the Mirror. "I don't think he is dangerous. He has got a lot of enthusiasm but he has to realise that can induce judgments you otherwise might not make. That is part of the maturing process," added the 70-year-old Scot. Source: GMM
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Is there really a EP80 which barely roll after installing all the front rear top bottom bars? I'm only taking abt taking a bend (filter lane) at somewhere about 60... not some high speed cornering.
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From breast cancer to colon cancer, these superfoods in the Asian diet are said to ward them off. Soya Studies have found that just a serving of soya milk or tofu a day helps protect women against breast cancer. Cruciferous vegetables Choy sum, kai lan, pak choy, (above, from left) cauliflower and watercress contain indole alkaloids and other antioxidants that may help prevent cancer. Fish Preferably steamed (above). Contains omega 3 fatty acids that help prevent cancer. Green tea Contains catechins and has been found to reduce the incidence of breast and colon cancers. Yellow and orange fruits and vegetables Papaya (above), tangerine and capsicum contain antioxidants that may keep lung cancer at bay, even in smokers. Protecting yourself from cancer AN INFLUENTIAL report on cancer prevention by the London-based World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research makes the following recommendations. WEIGHT Maintain a body mass index (BMI) of between 21 and 23 and avoid gaining weight in adulthood. Although a BMI of up to 24.9 is considered normal, the lower end of normal is better for cancer prevention. EXERCISE Participate in moderate activity - brisk walking or something equivalent - for at least 30 minutes a day. Ideally, work in up to 60 minutes of moderate exercise, or 30 minutes of vigorous exercise, daily. Limit sedentary activities such as watching TV. DIET Eat healthily. That means a diet consisting mostly of plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Avoid sugary, processed foods and fast foods as much as possible and limit red meat consumption to no more than 500g a week. Salt consumption should also be restricted to no more than 6g of salt daily. DRINKING Avoid alcohol consumption, if not limit to one drink a day for women and two drinks a day for men. Studies have found that alcoholic drinks are a cause of cancers of the mouth, pharynx and larynx, oesophagus, and breast (pre- and post-menopausal). There is also evidence linking alcohol consumption to colorectal and liver cancer. SUPPLEMENTS Do not rely on them. The cancer-preventing benefits derived from nutrients are believed to come from foods, not from supplements. Authors of the report advise against taking supplements. Studies for example have shown that high-dose beta-carotene supplements can increase the risk of lung cancer in smokers. BREASTFEEDING Mothers should breastfeed their children for at least the first six months. There is convincing evidence that this practice offers cancer protection for both mother and child. Mothers can lower their own risk of pre- and post-menopausal breast cancer by breastfeeding. And children who are breastfed are less likely to become overweight or obese, which lowers their risk of several cancers that have been linked to excess body fat.
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Anyone here knows where to get Summit Anti Roll Bars for Mazda 3???
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My lap top trial mcafee security centre period has ended and I'm currently looking for a replacement. What is your recommendation ? Is AVG(free) version any good ? Thanks.
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Paint your car this colour and you wont kena accident for sure...
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A video on anti-speeding. http://shizzville.com/disturbing-anti-speeding-campaign
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Read on the paper that the angmoh coming here to learn...IMHO they should actually have to increase the salary of their president first...to 2mil + per annum.. follow by all the ministers n the cabinet members,mayor and so forth....its a fact...we are a good e.g. What the forummers say??
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Anti-fuel hike Rally aims to show how angry people are (In Malaysia) In Sinkapour, we can only suck tumb. Accept the fact. Die in silence.
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it's about time http://www.antistomp.com/
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Chantix, anti smoking drug not suitable for drivers?
Apollo posted a topic in General Car Discussion
http://www.latimes.com/features/health/la-...0,4540550.story Drug taken to stop smoking is linked to traffic mishaps Cory, Watson, Crowder, & DeGaris A SUDDEN TURN: Daniel Williams was driving his pickup on a country road in Louisiana when, according to his passenger, his eyes rolled back in his head and he swerved left -
Why Wait when you can take action? Letter from ANGELINE LEE I refer to the Competition Commission of Singapore's (CCS) reply "Market competition deters overpricing" (May 7), to my commentary "$5 charge should be justified" (April 30). . CCS' duty, as the competition regulator, is to investigate and regulate if it detects evidence of any possible abuse of dominance in Singapore at any point in time. . As a regulator, its duty is to act independently to enforce the Competition Act; and this duty should not be delegated or devolved, under law or in spirit, to any government entity. . I suggested that CCS should consider investigating Nets' $5 charge if "excessive pricing" is covered under the Act as there is currently no competition in the Electronic Road Pricing CashCard market. . CCS has replied that "competition among different suppliers in a free market environment, instead of regulation, is the best form of protection against any excessive pricing", and that the Land Transport Authority (LTA) is working on the next generation of e-payment systems that will allow multiple payment service suppliers. . CCS' response suggests that it prefers to wait until LTA introduces competition in the market to protect consumers against any excessive pricing. . This more benign approach of waiting for the LTA to create competition rather than taking independent pre-emptive action may be instructive of its policy approach as competition regulator in Singapore. It is noted by the writer, and should be taken note of by competition and administrative law lawyers in Singapore. . I thank CCS for its clarification on the law in Singapore and its approach. CCS' approach may be instructive of its policy approach as a regulator in S'pore Source: http://www.todayonline.com/articles/252592.asp Haha.. CCS kena suan..... laywer 1 Gahman 0
