Minister Chan Chun Sing revealed that the Ministerial salary review due in 2023 has been deferred because of “other pressing issues”. What does this mean? Elsewhere, a tourist was accused of stealing disposable cutlery from a hawker stall, and took to social media to vent. Is there any merit to the tourist’s complaint?

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Time to Review Ministerial Salaries

• Ministerial salary review due in 2023 deferred because of 'other pressing issues'
• Singapore ministerial salary review due in 2023 deferred, says Chan Chun Sing
• Here’s How Much Singapore’s President And Cabinet Ministers Are Paid In Salary
• Median Income in Singapore (2023): What It Means & Where You Stand
• [Jan 2023] Review of political office holders’ salaries likely to take place in 2023: Chan Chun Sing
• [Mar 2018] Singapore Budget 2018: Ministerial salaries to stay put, but will be reviewed again - DPM Teo
• [2012] Salaries for a Capable and Committed Government (White Paper)
• [Nov 2023] Japan PM to return part of salary ahead of proposed hike | HRD Asia

Tourist “Steals” Disposable Chopsticks?

• Tourist takes disposable chopsticks without buying food from Maxwell hawker stall, gets accused of 'stealing'

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In the first week of 2024, Lazada employees were welcomed back to work with the shocking news of company-wide layoffs. Even NTUC and the workers’ union expressed their “disappointment” at not being informed about the unfortunate turn of events. Is there anything that can be done to mitigate the situation? Elsewhere, the recent closure of a street soccer court has sparked debate about whether football has a future in land-scarce Singapore. But is it really THAT important to allow kids to play football?

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Lazada Layoffs Ruffles Union

• Sudden layoffs at Lazada left people crying, baffled, say employees
• NTUC ‘deeply disappointed’ over Lazada layoffs, says union was not consulted
• Lazada S'pore retrenches staff at start of 2024 ahead of possible IPO, fails to notify union
• Workers' union accepts Lazada's apology over layoffs; talks on better retrenchment benefits ongoing
• MOM’s Mandatory Retrenchment Notifications

Closure of Street Soccer Court Sparks Debate

• Temporary closure of Kampong Chai Chee street soccer court sparks debate online
• Commentary: It’s time to think about where kids can freely play football in Singapore
• If we don’t tolerate kids and let them play freely, Singapore will pay the eventual price

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Friend and regular guest on YLB Andie Chen drops by the studio for the first time in a while to talk about his recent AACA acting award win, what he’s learnt about Singapore from living in Taiwan for 3 years, and how he stayed calm even while getting punched in the face. Oh, and he explains why he loves YLB as well.

This was recorded on 20 Dec 2023. 

(00:00) Intro
(05:19) Moving to Taiwan
(06:29) Are Singaporeans sheltered?
(16:17) Best Actor in Singapore
(27:57) Andie's kickboxing match
(35:00) Reflecting on the Shanmugam episode
(56:26) Andie's thoughts on Soh Rui Yong & Shanti Pereira
(01:07:19) One Shiok Thing

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In an interview marking the start of the school year, Education Minister Chan Chun Sing gave blunt advice to parents of young children. Why is his advice prompting cynical reactions on social media? Elsewhere, a Singapore bride agency put up an advertisement for a 17-year-old Vietnamese lady seeking a husband earning at least $4,800. Some criticised the requirement set by the agency, while others questioned the lady’s age. Did the bride agency do anything wrong?

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Chan Chun Sing Advises Parents to Give Kids Space

• Give children space to grow and be independent: Chan Chun Sing
• Chan Chun Sing lays out key priorities for S’pore’s education system in 2024
• [5 Dec] Singapore tops world education list along with Asia’s Japan and South Korea, as Europe sees ‘worrying’ decline
• [7 Dec] Less than half of S’pore students say parents ask about problems in school, lower than OECD average
• [Oct 2023] CNA Explains: What you need to know about full subject-based banding

17yo Vietnamese Bride Seeks Husband Earning $4,800

• S'pore bride agency lists Vietnamese girl, 17, with S$4,800 salary requirement of prospective husband, sparks controversy
• [Apr 2021] 'You're not here to buy, you're here to marry': S'porean who founded Vietnamese bride agency
• B & G Vietnamese Bride Marriage Agency Website

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It’s that time of the year again, where we look back at the Top 10 Trending News Stories as collated by Google Trends. In a year rife with political scandals, a Presidential Election and $50,000 Taylor Swift concert packages, what were Singaporeans really searching for?

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Singapore’s Top 10 Trending News Topics

• Year in Search: Google’s top searches for S’pore in 2023
• Year in Search 2023

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People's Park Complex is being considered for conservation by the Government, a move which has been praised by heritage experts. However, some of the owners are not as happy, preferring complete redevelopment instead. Who’s right? Elsewhere, residents in Sembawang have reacted with shock to the announcement that a new columbarium might be built near their homes. Is this another case of NIMBY rearing its ugly head?

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People’s Park Complex to be Conserved

• People's Park Complex assessed to be of 'high heritage significance', may affect collective sale
• Heritage lovers laud People's Park Complex's possible conservation, but some say total rebuild better for business
• [Oct 2022] Golden Mile Complex gazetted as conserved building
• [Jan 2023] Pioneer architect behind People’s Park Complex and Golden Mile Complex dies

Residents Gripe about New Columbarium

• Residents fear plans of new columbarium complex in Mandai may affect property prices, impact en bloc deal
• New funeral and columbarium complex may be built in Mandai

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An Israeli folk dance class offered by the People’s Association online portal has sparked debate online about whether such an activity should be promoted at this point of time. Should the class be cancelled? Elsewhere, IKEA Singapore announced that it will be absorbing the upcoming GST increase and maintaining its current prices into 2024 to help alleviate inflation concerns of Singaporeans. What is the motive behind this move?

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Israeli Folk Dance Class Sparks Debate

• Israeli folk dance class part of efforts to 'promote racial harmony', say grassroot organisations amid online controversy
• Singapore Palestine Film Festival
• Palestinian Folk Dance - Dapke

IKEA Singapore to Absorb GST Hike

• IKEA S'pore to absorb 1% GST hike & maintain current prices in 2024
• IKEA Singapore to absorb GST hike in 2024 to remain affordable for the many people

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This past week, the Vatican said in a landmark ruling that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples. The Catholic Church in Singapore then came out to reiterate its stance against 'official blessings' of same-sex unions, drawing snide remarks from online commenters. Elsewhere, Tengah BTO residents have been facing challenges adjusting to life in their new town. Is there any justification for their grievances?

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Catholic Church in Singapore Clarifies Stance on Same-Sex Unions

• Catholic Church in Singapore reiterates stance against 'official blessings' of same-sex unions
• Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples | AP News
• Vatican approves blessings for same-sex couples in landmark ruling 
• Doctrinal declaration opens possibility of blessing couples in irregular situations - Vatican News
• Responsum of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith to a dubium regarding the blessing of the unions of persons of the same sex
• [Feb 2023] Anglican Church in S’pore ‘deeply disappointed’ by Church of England’s blessing of same-sex couples | The Straits Times

Tengah BTO Residents’ Struggles

• Tengah’s early residents bemoan lack of amenities, transport options and connectivity

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An Instagram ad for Prism+ air-conditioners was deemed to be “misleading” by Singapore’s advertising watchdog, and was forced to be taken offline. Is “greenwashing” an actual problem, or are people being too woke? Elsewhere, a Redditor ignited another debate on wedding customs in Singapore after she attended a wedding dinner, but harboured reservations about giving an ang bao. Why were people so triggered by her story?

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Prism+ Xiaxue Air-con Ad Deemed Misleading

• Prism+ air-con ad deemed ‘greenwashing’ by S’pore watchdog; company defends it as ‘tongue-in-cheek’
• PRISM+ air-con ad featuring Xiaxue deemed misleading by advertising standards watchdog
• [PDF] Singapore Code of Advertising Practice
• Study on Greenwashing in Online Marketing Funded by CCCS Finds Use of Vague Environmental Claims and Confusing Technical Jargon
• [Sep 2023] Regulators across the world crack down on greenwashing before it gets worse

Are Ang Baos at Weddings Necessary?

• Redditor seeks advice on not giving ang bao at friend's 5-star wedding dinner, gets criticised

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• S'porean powerlifter Farhanna Farid, 31, deadlifts 208kg to break own world record again
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The Active Mobility Advisory Panel, in a proposal presented to the Ministry of Transport, has suggested limiting the use of personal mobility aids only to those certified with difficulty walking. Why the need to police the use of these devices? Elsewhere, several COVID-19 Resilience Medals were listed for sale on Carousell, leading the Prime Minister’s Office to issue a statement about respecting the spirit of the award. Is it really that big of a deal?

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Mobility Scooters Might Face Stricter Regulations

• Panel proposes limiting mobility scooters to those certified to have difficulty walking
• Convenience or obstruction? Debate on allowing PMAs in indoor spaces rages on
• Woman on mobility scooter crashes into glass door at Toa Payoh interchange, leaves scene 'immediately'
• PMA rider, 69, dies after colliding with motorcycle at Jurong West, Singapore News
• MOT | Rules & Code of Conduct
• Review of Regulations for Personal Mobility Aids (PDF)

COVID-19 Medals Listed on Carousell

• Carousell listings for Covid-19 medals removed, PMO calls for awards to be treated with respect
• List of all Covd-19 medal recipients
• [Dec 2022] More than 100,000 people to receive awards for contribution to Singapore’s fight against COVID-19

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