Archive for December, 2008
Musing said:
Mahathir is at it again, this time trying to get the construction of his aborted pet project — a new causeway bridge — restarted … His persistence is commendable … response of Mahathir’s fans (posted as comments on the blog) is also touching. Except that no one seems to have noticed that […]
December 20th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Andrew Mouser said:
In summary, Singapore is a shopping destination and nothing much more. There is really no Singapore history beyond the 1800’s. There really isn’t a Singapore culture. No rain forests. No ancient temples. Heck, because of land reclamation, there really isn’t even a natural beach on the whole island.
While it was nice to go […]
December 17th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Laremy said:
My cousin enlisted for his National Service last Friday and I tagged along out of curiosity - to see how things have changed in six years (not much) - and to do a bit of research - getting into the military groove while preparing for the rewrite of Full Tank!. I took some videos […]
December 17th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Sparklette said:
admiring the christmas decor in singapore is just one of the many things i look forward to during this time of the year. every year, i would celebrate by showcasing a beautiful christmas tree each day over the 12 days leading up to christmas.
Recommended by Anonymous Coward: “A tree for each day of Christmas. […]
December 17th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Today Online said:
Reading “Fuel oil prices are falling, so why are tariffs still high?” (Dec 10) drives me somewhat nuts. I can’t help it because I’m in the industry and I understand how the electricity tariffs work.
Recommended by Anonymous Coward: “fished from a blogger. Why not give mrbrown his column back if you want good […]
December 15th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
QuaChee said:
Throughout the region, many relate Singapore with Christmas. And the past few weeks, I’ve had some good opportunities to capture some of the many decorations here in Singapore.
Recommended by quachee: “Read some complaints on this year’s Christmas decorations, but I think they are nice… and so do many overseas readers :)”
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December 14th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Reuters said:
“It’s a wealth center,” said Martyn Schilte, a manager in charge of selling million dollar supercars in Singapore. “If you look at the type of client we sell to, it’s people with a net worth of $50 million-plus.”
The city-state has its sights on attracting the world’s wealthy to its palm-tree-lined coastline where some […]
December 14th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
A Reuters poll reports
Singapore is poised to be emerging Asia’s worst-performing economy next year, when it is likely to remain entrenched in recession as the global downturn erodes demand for its exports, a Reuters poll shows.
The poll predicts the island state’s gross domestic product (GDP) will contract 1.1 percent in 2009. That marks a rapid […]
December 11th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Bobo says,
These pictures say it all. For those who don’t know what these are about… Those paint patches are by the Town Council people who are trying to cover up spray paint marks by loansharks. Loansharks often spray “O$P$” owe money pay money… and the debtor’s name, IC and a phone number on the walls […]
December 10th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments
Victor shares with us this music video.
This is a song dedicated to all Singaporeans! My ex-boss penned the lyrics and I think the tune is very catchy, yet down to earth. Would you like to join me and try to may this one of NDP 2009 songs? Come and join us on facebook! It will […]
December 7th, 2008 | Posted in Uncategorized | No Comments