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This week, an 18-year-old involved in a motorcycle chase that killed a Land Transport Authority (LTA) officer tried to absolve himself of blame in his first court appearance. His comments sparked outrage online, with many online commenters questioning why he was not charged for causing the death of the officer. We do a layman dissection of the legal situation. Elsewhere, some Singaporean students have decided against going to the US for their university studies, stating that they feared how pro-Palestinian protests would get in the way of their studies. We discuss why they might want to rethink their decision.

(00:00) Intro
(02:24) LTA Officer’s Death Sparks Outrage Against Teen
(23:39) Singaporean Students Reconsider US Universities
(43:13) One Shiok Comment
(44:42) One Shiok Thing

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LTA Officer’s Death Sparks Outrage Against Teen

• 'I gambled my life as much as he gambled his': Teen in SLE bike chase that killed LTA officer charged
• LTA enforcement officer dies in bike chase along SLE, 18-year-old motorcyclist arrested
• SLE chase: Teen motorcyclist faces 6 charges including dangerous driving, says he wasn't to blame for LTA officer's death
• Murder vs Culpable Homicide in Singapore (and Penalties)

Singaporean Students Reconsider US Universities

• Some Singapore students decide against going to elite US colleges over campus protests

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• WWE wrestler Dante Chen will be 1st S'porean to compete in a S'pore Cane match
• Ethan & Hila Reacts To Old H3H3Production Videos & Explains The Creative Process

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Earlier this week, Science Centre Singapore cancelled a ticketed event organised to discuss the differences between sex and gender, after an outcry from some members of the public. Could Science Centre have done anything differently to make this event palatable? Elsewhere, a Crystal Jade promo where diners could get free char siew for reciting a Cantonese insult drew flak for being “demeaning” to children. Is this another case of the “wokeness movement” making life very burdensome?

(00:00) Intro
(05:29) Science Centre Cancels Talk About Sex and Gender
(27:21) Crystal Jade Offers Char Siew For Cantonese Insult
(48:36) One Shiok Comment
(53:41) One Shiok Thing

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Science Centre Cancels Talk About Sex and Gender

• Science Centre cancels talk discussing differences between sex and gender following public outcry
• Science Centre cancels event discussing sex and gender after public feedback - CNA
• Science Cafe Events by Science Centre Singapore

Crystal Jade Offers Char Siew For Cantonese Insult 

• Free char siew offer at Crystal Jade outlets splits patrons — some say it 'demeans' kids, others find it funny
• Crystal Jade’s char siew promotion draws flak with ‘demeaning’ Cantonese phrase
• The video ad on Crystal Jade’s IG
• ‘Giving birth to char siu is better than giving birth to you’: Cantonese insult goes viral after Singapore restaurant promo

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• What Mbappe's transfer to Real Madrid means for everyone
• From China To US: The Illegal Trek Chinese Migrants Are Making To America | Part 1/3 - Walk The Line

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This past weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise appearance at the Shangri-La Dialogue, where he called on Asian countries to join an upcoming Swiss-led peace summit to discuss the terms needed to end the war. While he was applauded by many and even hailed for his “leadership” by Minister of Defence Ng Eng Hen, online commenters criticised the move to host him here. Why the mixed reception? Meanwhile, a new Raffles statue at Fort Canning ignited debate about attitudes towards our colonial past, with even Tommy Koh, Gwee Li Sui and Neil Humphreys wading into the discussion. Is this another case of wokeness gone too far?

(00:00) A message from Folklory
(00:51) Intro
(07:32) Ukrainian President Zelensky Calls Out China
(32:07) New Raffles Statue Sparks Debate About Colonialism
(48:31) One Shiok Comment
(52:40) One Shiok Thing 

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Ukrainian President Zelensky Calls Out China

• Ukraine’s Zelensky arrives in Singapore, in hopes of rallying support from Asian countries
• Watch: Zelenskyy accuses China of pressuring other countries not to attend upcoming Ukraine peace talks
• Singapore and Ukraine sign air deal during President Zelensky’s visit
• US defense chief hails security partnerships in Asia in face of Russia, China threats

New Raffles Statue Sparks Debate About Colonialism

• ‘Colonialism is not neutral’: Third public statue of Sir Stamford Raffles ignites online debate
• 'The Coloniser' is the perfect female villain wrestler for S'pore Pro Wrestling

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• Telescope-sg - App for Parliament Questions
• Eminem - Houdini [Official Music Video]

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This week, PM Wong waded into the case of the migrant worker who was fired for his involvement in a loan shark harassment case, when he wrote a letter to ICA and MOM about the issue. However, the appeal didn’t work, and the migrant worker, Mr Sharif, was forced to leave Singapore this morning. What was the entire fiasco really about? Elsewhere, passengers and crew of Singapore Airlines  have come forward with gripes about SIA’s new safety measures after last week’s turbulence incident. Why are people already calling these new safety measures an “overreaction”?

(00:00) A message from Folklory
(01:42) Intro
(07:11) Migrant Worker in Loan Shark Case Leaves Singapore
(34:42) SIA Passengers Lament New Safety Measures
(49:19) One Shiok Comment
(51:58) One Shiok Thing

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Serious Topic

• Special pass of migrant worker fired over 'loan shark' harassment not extended further after last ditch appeal
• Migrant worker, 46, fired over 'loan shark' harassment case, to leave S'pore by May 31 
• MOM and police refute claims they had asked migrant worker’s employer to deport him
• #SharifStays: An urgent update
• PAP MP Christopher de Souza cleared of improper conduct as lawyer; 'extremely pleased' at being vindicated

Goofy Topic

• SQ321 incident: SIA’s new safety measures affecting in-flight service, raising crew stress levels
• SIA taking more cautious approach to meal service, safety measures during flight turbulence

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• $30,000,000 AI Is Hiding a Scam
• A woman has mapped out public toilets with bidet in S'pore

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A recent study by the Singapore Department of Statistics found that hawker food prices rose by 6.1% in 2023, the highest increase since 2008. The study also provoked the ire of KF Seetoh and other online commenters; why were people upset about it? Elsewhere, NTU student activists were up in arms about ExxonMobil’s involvement in a new lab initiative on their campus. Is this just another manifestation of the “wokeness” movement or do they have a point here?

(00:00) A message from Folklory
(02:08) Intro
(11:21) Hawker Prices Increasing at Slower Rate
(35:39) NTU Student Activists “Protest” New Lab Initiative
(50:12) One Shiok Comment
(57:32) One Shiok Thing

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Hawker Prices Increasing at Slower Rate

• Hawker food prices rose by 6.1% in 2023, but cost pressures easing
• 7 hawkers joined succession scheme in two years; others cite lack of incentives to join
• SHawker Food Price Trends Across Cooked Food Establishment Types | SingStat
• DOS | SingStat Website - FAQ on Consumer Price Index (CPI)
• Progressive Wage Model for the food services sector
• FB Post by KF Seetoh

NTU Student Activists “Protest” New Lab Initiative

• 'We don't buy it': Student activists protest ExxonMobil's role in S$60m low-carbon research lab at NTU
• NTU Divest (@ntudivest) on Instagram
• Fossil-Fuelled Universities | Students for a Fossil Free Future
• NTU Singapore, ExxonMobil and A*STAR launch S$60 million corporate lab

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• Comment by chestheflash
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• Paris Hilton and Carter Reum on AI, Parenting and “Creating the Next Disney”
• Marvel Animation's X-Men '97 | Official Trailer | Disney+

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One passenger died and many others were badly injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, forcing the jet to divert to Bangkok. The terrifying incident has left many questions for observers; we discuss what we thought about SIA’s response. Elsewhere, an unofficial portrait of Kate Middleton commissioned by Tatler Magazine has drawn ridicule, with some even commenting that it was disrespectful to the Princess. Are people simply not understanding the artist’s intention, or was it really a bad portrait

(00:00) On this episode...
(00:20) Intro
(03:46) Singapore Airlines’ Handling of Turbulence Incident
(33:20) Kate Middleton Portrait Ridiculed
(52:32) One Shiok Comment
(57:05) One Shiok Thing

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Singapore Airlines’ Handling of Turbulence Incident

• How the Singapore Airlines turbulence incident unfolded
• CNA Explains: How often does turbulence occur, and how did it affect flight SQ321?
• Passengers injured in turbulence-hit SIA flight could receive varying compensation
• No meal service when seat belt sign on: Singapore Airlines adjusts turbulence measures in wake of SQ321
• SQ321 turbulence: Singapore Airlines apologises after injured passenger complains about carrier's silence
• Singapore Airlines death: Is climate change making air turbulence worse?
• AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes has given a lesson in crisis management | PR Week

Kate Middleton Portrait Draws Ridicule

• Tatler magazine’s Kate Middleton portrait sparks debate
• King Charles’ first official portrait by Jonathan Yeo unveiled

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• Comments on YLB #527
• Comment by Marty

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• "I hope there's a statue in the making" | Jurgen Klopp watches emotional Liverpool tributes to him
• Joe Rogan Experience #2152 - Terrence Howard

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In an unprecedented move, the prosecutor's office of the International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defence chief and three Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. What does this mean for the Israel-Hamas conflict? Closer to home, a South Korean DJ who incorporates Buddhist mantras into his sets while wearing a monk's robe, is facing calls to have his upcoming show in Singapore cancelled. Should the authorities heed those calls?

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Israeli PM Could Be Charged for War Crimes

• Israel Gaza war: ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leaders
• ICC statement on arrest warrants of Israeli and Hamas leaders
• Experts react: The ICC prosecutor wants Netanyahu and Hamas leaders arrested for war crimes. What’s next?
• What does the International Criminal Court do? - BBC News
• Reactions to ICC prosecutor's request for arrest warrants for Israeli, Hamas leaders
• Amal Clooney supports ICC’s decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli and Hamas leaders
• EXCLUSIVE: “You Have Been Warned”: Republican Senators Threaten the ICC Prosecutor over Possible Israel Arrest Warrants
• European leaders divided on ICC arrest warrant bid for Netanyahu – POLITICO

Korean DJ “Monk” Might Be Cancelled

• South Korean DJ 'monk' NewJeansNim faces calls to cancel Singapore show
• Buddhist body, nightclub in talks amid concerns over upcoming S’pore shows by DJ ‘monk’

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• Sifan Hassan -The legend of Tokyo 2020
• Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial | Official Trailer | Netflix

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This week, Singapore witnessed the historic handover of the PM role from Lee Hsien Loong to Lawrence Wong, which happened on a balmy Wednesday evening at the Istana grounds. What was unique, interesting, and strange about this once-in-a-generation swearing-in ceremony? Elsewhere, an advertisement peddling a “Masterclass in Leadership” featuring Tan Chuan-Jin received flak online, to the point the ad was removed. Is the criticism fair? Why should anyone begrudge him making an honest living?

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(00:14) Intro
(04:50) PM Lawrence Wong Takes Over
(42:01) Tan Chuan-Jin Masterclass Draws Flak
(59:44) One Shiok Comment
(01:02:10) One Shiok Thing

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PM Lawrence Wong

• PM Lawrence Wong to S’poreans: ‘Join me and my team in our journey forward’
• 'We will lead in our own way': Lawrence Wong takes office as fourth Prime Minister of Singapore
• In full: Lawrence Wong's first speech as Singapore Prime Minister

Tan Chuan-Jin Masterclass Draws Flak

• Leadership masterclass taught by Tan Chuan-Jin is real, costs S$1,090 per pax

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• Premier League: 10 things to look out for on the final day of the season
• About Natalie Dau’s Project 1000

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NCMP Leong Mun Wai of the Progress Singapore Party stops by the YLB studio to tell us why he chose to return to Singapore after 18 years, why we should avoid voting with our feet,, and reveals his message to critics of his behaviour in Parliament.

(00:00) Intro
(02:00) Interest in Politics
(07:12) Why Come Back to Singapore
(10:43) The Direction of Singapore
(13:09) How Society Should Be
(17:30) Balancing Idealism and Pragmatism
(24:08) Singapore's Precarious Position
(30:24) SkillsFuture
(36:54) Birthrate
(42:52) Finance Industry in Singapore
(48:43) Investment in Training Locals
(55:43) Singapore Attracting Rich People
(01:12:49) One Shiok Thing

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• Conan And Jordan Are Co-Hosting A Radio Show | Conan O'Brien Radio
• Fallout - Official Trailer | Prime Video

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MOH is allegedly looking into tightening rules on MCs after receiving feedback about doctors issuing them improperly. What does this mean for employees who are genuinely sick? Elsewhere, it appears that surge pricing has come to concerts in Singapore, specifically for the Hamilton musical, and Laufey’s upcoming concert. Is this going to be a new paradigm for concert-going as we know it; and we debate whether this is a bad thing.

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Rules on Taking MC to Be Stricter

• MOH to tighten rules on MCs after feedback on docs issuing them excessively or improperly | The Straits Times
• [Jul 2023] Can you get an MC in under 1 minute? CNA tests telemedicine apps to find out - CNA
• Clinic investigated for issuing MCs without audio or video consultation on telemedicine platform - CNA

Dynamic Pricing for Concerts Comes to Singapore

• Surge prices for concerts, shows? Fans irked as dynamic pricing creeps into S'pore ticket sales - TODAY
• [Jun 2023] Taylor Swift Adds Dozens Of Overseas Shows—Here’s Why Tickets Could Be A Lot Cheaper Than In The U.S.

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• Why Uniqlo's $20 Shoulder Bag Is the Internet's Go-To EDC Pack | Gear Patrol
• Lana Del Rey x Billie Eilish - Ocean Eyes/Video Games - Live at Coachella 2024

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