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Last week, arguably the greatest ever gymnast, Simone Biles, pulled out of the Olympic games, citing mental health concerns. Following that, the Internet was abuzz with heaps of praise for her and her bravery. But there were the naysayers too, who called her a "quitter". Is that justified? Elsewhere, Olympic champion Schooling failed to advance in his pet event and exited the games, but is it fair to criticise him?  

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➤ Microsoft Flight Simulator Game

➤ All or Nothing Manchester City | Trailer

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During the parliamentary sitting on 26 Jul, MPs Lawrence Wong and Ong Ye Kung spoke of potential easing of restrictions, but only for vaccinated people. Since then, a petition was started against that policy by an anti-vaxxer. Is it really discrimination or are they over reacting? Elsewhere, singer Pink has offered to pay the fines of the Norwegian team, but the over-sexualisation of female athletes is getting buzz at the Olympics. Fair or too extreme?

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➤ Reaching people on the internet in 2021 - The Oatmeal

➤ John Mayer interview on Apple Music

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After political debate, an online petition, and much chatter online, it was announced that NDP 2021 is postponed to 21 Aug, with the fireworks and fighter jet displays cancelled. But is that fair? Are people still pissed? Elsewhere, a viral video showed a woman in Hougang forcing a delivery rider to take the next HDB lift. The reason - COVID19. Rude or justifiable?

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➤ Griff - Save Your Tears in the Live Lounge

➤ Quentin Tarantino on Joe Rogan’s Podcast

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On 22 July 2021, the whole of Singapore reverts back to Phase 2 Heightened Alert (a.k.a PATOOHA) and people are pissed. But Minister of Health Ong Ye Kung explains that it’s not because of the KTV cluster - it’s the cluster at Jurong Port Fishery + 200,000 unvaccinated seniors. So how do people feel about that? On a related note, a petition to cancel NDP has gotten more than 35,000 signatures (and counting). Should it still carry on?

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➤ Jeff Bezos in space

➤ 10 Minutes of Perfection - Fleabag

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On 19 July 2021, the whole of Singapore had to confront the gruesome reality that a Sec 4 student attacked and caused the death of a Sec 1 student at River Valley High School. It’s so tragic, and so unfamiliar to Singapore. We try to wrap our heads around this still developing story. On a more light-hearted note, Singapore's secretive intelligence agency (SID) goes public with their recruitment drive. Is this ironic, or the new way forward? 

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Mental well-being

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• Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444
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• Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788

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• Care Corner Counselling Centre: 1800-353-5800

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➤ Warrior Movie - Trailer

➤ Quiet Place 2 - Trailer

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Within a few days, Singapore has gone from “ready to open up” to “wtf is going on?” with the still-developing COVID-19 cluster at KTVs. Aside from the climbing numbers, a lot of questions are being asked about the people involved, the fact that KTVs were still operating, and how this will impact restrictions. Elsewhere, a Mediacorp actress forgets her car and she gets 4 articles in mainstream media. Why? 

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➤ Model Railroader Channel

➤ Jerry Seinfeld on Tim Ferriss’ podcast

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It’s Climate Action Week here in Singapore (did you even know that?) and the Govt has laid out plans for the civil sector to lead the charge towards reducing carbon emissions. What’s in the plan? Does it sound realistic or too good to be true? Elsewhere, Yung Raja’s latest single “Mami” gets featured on the “Do Not Play” segment of Jimmy Fallon’s show. Is that a low blow, or is there really no such thing as “bad publicity”?  

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➤ Drone pilot creates 'F-16 fighter plane' doing stunts over Bishan-AMK Park

➤ Boys and their toys: Family converts HDB common area into Nerf combat zone

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Within the span of 2 weeks, there have been numerous articles across mainstream media about purchases of GCBs (Good Class Bungalows) by CEOs of Tech companies (e.g. GRAB, Razer & Secret Lab). But why are these newsworthy? Is it right to disclose their names even? Elsewhere, a TikToker who trespassed a rhino enclosure to do a somersault for his TikTok video gets charged in court. But is this going to be the norm? 

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➤ Ozark - Trailer

➤ I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson Season 2 - Trailer

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On 6 Jul 2021, MPs Ong Ye Kung and Tan See Lee spoke in parliament in response to claims about CECA by Leong Mun Wai from the PSP. It got heated, but did people agree with what the PAP said? Or could their approach have been better? Elsewhere, the Ministry of Law has proposed a bill that forces people to credit content creators if their work is shared on social media. Good move or something that will “censor” social media?

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➤ Emma Raducanu fans show support as run ends; teen set to rocket up rankings

➤ NDP 2021 Theme Song - The Road Ahead

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This week in Parliament, Ministers will be talking about CECA and the “false allegations” that foreigners get a “free hand” to live and work in SG. But why is it important to talk about it? Do people know enough about CECA in the first place? Elsewhere, friends and family of Ben Glynn, the British non-masker, have allegedly raised $50,000 for his legal fees in the “oppressive regime” of Singapore. WTF? 

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➤ Attack on Titan: Trailer

➤ Henderson Variety on YouTube

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