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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 easing7 hawkers joined succession scheme in two years; others cite lack of incentives to joinSHawker Food Price Trends Across Cooked Food Establishment Types | SingStatDOS | SingStat Website - FAQ on Consumer Price Index (CPI)Progressive Wage Model for the food services sectorFB 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 NTUNTU Divest (@ntudivest) on InstagramFossil-Fuelled Universities | Students for a Fossil Free FutureNTU Singapore, ExxonMobil and A*STAR launch S$60 million corporate lab
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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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How the Singapore Airlines turbulence incident unfoldedCNA Explains: How often does turbulence occur, and how did it affect flight SQ321?Passengers injured in turbulence-hit SIA flight could receive varying compensationNo meal service when seat belt sign on: Singapore Airlines adjusts turbulence measures in wake of SQ321SQ321 turbulence: Singapore Airlines apologises after injured passenger complains about carrier's silenceSingapore 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 debateKing Charles’ first official portrait by Jonathan Yeo unveiled
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"I hope there's a statue in the making" | Jurgen Klopp watches emotional Liverpool tributes to himJoe 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 leadersICC statement on arrest warrants of Israeli and Hamas leadersExperts react: The ICC prosecutor wants Netanyahu and Hamas leaders arrested for war crimes. What’s next?What does the International Criminal Court do? - BBC NewsReactions to ICC prosecutor's request for arrest warrants for Israeli, Hamas leadersAmal Clooney supports ICC’s decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli and Hamas leadersEXCLUSIVE: “You Have Been Warned”: Republican Senators Threaten the ICC Prosecutor over Possible Israel Arrest WarrantsEuropean 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 showBuddhist body, nightclub in talks amid concerns over upcoming S’pore shows by DJ ‘monk’
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Sifan Hassan -The legend of Tokyo 2020Hitler 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?
(00:00) On this episode...(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 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 SingaporeIn full: Lawrence Wong's first speech as Singapore Prime MinisterTan Chuan-Jin Masterclass Draws Flak
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Premier League: 10 things to look out for on the final day of the seasonAbout 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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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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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 - CNAClinic 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 PatrolLana Del Rey x Billie Eilish - Ocean Eyes/Video Games - Live at Coachella 2024
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