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A dad shared his frustration after security at the National Stadium in Singapore barred his kids from bringing in their homemade banner during the Singapore vs. Korea Republic match on June 6.
His kids, aged 8 and 11, were so excited to support the team but were heartbroken when they had to discard their creation at the entrance.
Credits: tmsg
(Full Video) Science Centre Singapore cancels S*x and Gender Talk?!
The Science Centre’s decision to host a talk discussing the differences between gender and s*x sparked public outcry, leading to its cancellation. Is Singapo...
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Singaporean’s life expectancy versus Malaysian’s life expectancy, a 10 year difference
On top of the huge difference in life expectancy, the Malaysian obesity rate is also sky high. More than half of Malaysian adults are obese, compared to Singapore’s relatively low rate of about 10%. How did it get this way?
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How Singapore won in the Shangri-La Dialogue
During the IISS Shangri-La Dialogue, Asia's leading defense summit held in Singapore, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. underscored worries about South China Sea disputes, as China cautioned against Taiwan's separation.
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Why did the Science Centre cancel the talk on gender and s*x?
The Science Centre’s decision to host a talk discussing the differences between gender and s*x sparked public outcry, leading to its cancellation. Is Singapore just not ready for such discussions, or was the choice of venue and speaker court trouble?
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Science Centre Singapore canceled its June 14 event on s*x and gender after public feedback raised concerns about the content and speakers.
The event, meant for those above 18 years old, was initially planned to feature a drag queen, a counsellor from LGBTQ NGO Oogachaga, and an NUS associate professor.
Credits: Science Centre Singapore
Kylian Mbappé is officially a Real Madrid player!
Madrid announced a five-season deal with the France star, uniting one of soccer’s top talents with its most successful club.
Mbappé shared his excitement on social media, calling it a “dream come true” and thanking fans for their support.
Credits: k.mbappe
(Full Video) Forward SG: Just another wishful thinking?!
Introducing the new Plan B Set Studio, we begin by recounting their experience with a fortune cat figurine purchased online, which ultimately fell short of e...
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UK braces itself for national service
The UK Prime Minister announced his plans to introduce national service to promote national unity. Did he learn from Singapore’s model?
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What would you do if you were opposition?
Darren, Dzar, and Rahman engage in a discussion about the political climate as elections approach. We predict what topics and tactics will emerge during the inevitable political campaigning process. How many topics can Singaporeans expect?
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Plan B has a new studio set!
Introducing the new Plan B Set Studio, we begin by recounting their experience with a fortune cat figurine purchased online, which ultimately fell short of expectations. Furthermore, we delve into Darren's fears of heights and cockroaches, as well as Dzar's surprising phobia of butterflies. Join us for an insightful discussion packed with intriguing revelations.
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World leaders condemn Israel’s deadly airstrike on a Rafah tent camp that killed 45 people.
Despite an ICJ order to halt its offensive, Israel continues military action in southern Gaza. International outcry grows as calls for an immediate ceasefire intensify.
Credits: TRT World
Liliac, a user on Lemon8, shares her harrowing experience at an attempted break in at a condo in Mount Austin, Johor Bahru. In her post, she shared the whole ordeal, with photographs to back her claims.
The front door of her airbnb was dented while the supporting wall had a crack. The unit’s digital lock had also been destroyed during the incident.
She had reported the incident to the local police and investigations are ongoing.
Credits: liliac
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Grab Rider Criticism
Dzar, Darren, and Rahman covered a listener's email recounting a troubling encounter with a Grab rider who not only criticized the sender for ordering food but also made offensive remarks on Instagram. They also discussed the recent turbulence on a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore on May 20, 2024, which tragically resulted in fatalities and injuries.
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Gen Z’s are not easy to work with
Haikkel, CEO and founder of SGFRSTORE, and co-founder Luqmaan discussed challenges managing 5 stores, highlighting difficulties with Gen Z employees. They shared experiences with this generation, discussed generational manpower issues, and the effectiveness of DISC personality traits. They also announced plans to launch their own drink in July or August.
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PRIME at $25 a bottle?!
Haikkel, CEO and founder of SGFRSTORE, launched PRIME energy drink in Singapore at $25 per bottle, positioning it as a premium offering from the USA. He shared insights into the initial pricing strategy. Meanwhile, his co-founder, Luqmaan, was previously involved in content creation before joining SGFRSTORE. Their connection was sparked when Luqmaan created a witty video cautioning viewers about SGFRSTORE's perceived high prices, prompting Haikkel to reach out to him.
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The Singapore Buddhist Federation has called for the cancellation of South Korean DJ NewJeansNim’s upcoming performance at Club Rich on June 19, citing his use of a monk’s robe and Buddhist mantras as disrespectful to Buddhist traditions. In a Facebook post on May 19, the Federation highlighted that NewJeansNim is not a monk and his actions violate the Vinaya code of conduct.
Minister K. Shanmugam supported this stance, stating on Facebook that the performance would be offensive to the Buddhist community.
Credits: K Shanmugam, Singapore Buddhist Federation
A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence on May 20, 2024, resulting in two fatalities and over 30 injuries. The Boeing 777-300ER was diverted to Bangkok.
This incident adds to a series of incidents involving Boeing airplanes in recent years.
Credits: Singapore Airlines & nbtconnext
Hash Tayeh calls out renowned shoe brand, Nike, for rejecting a friend’s custom “Free Palestine” runners meant for the Dublin Marathon.
Nike’s stance against this message raises serious ethical questions. Urging Nike to reconsider and fulfill Laurence’s order, Hash Tayeh warns of potential backlash.
Credit: hash.tayeh
Plan B received an email from a listener about his recent experience with a grab rider. Sender ordered Wingstop from Grab and while it took awhile for the food to be ready, the rider decided to take matters into his own hands.
He reprimanded the sender for ordering a food item that he has to wait for, and also went on to his instagram to criticise Malays.
If you’re the sender, what would you have done in this situation?
Credit: plan b listener
Contrary to earlier reports by Malaysia news channels, the Malaysia Royal Police have confirmed that no Singaporean was involved in the shootout that happened in the wee hours of May 17.
The 65 year old woman who claimed to be Singaporean had no identification to verify her nationality.
Credits: nst
In the latest update of the attack at Ulu Tiram Police Station on May 17, a Singaporean is amongst the seven remanded, as reported by Malaysia news portals. They will be remanded for one week until May 24 to assist the police for further investigations.
Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs have also issued a statement regarding the attack and advised Singaporeans to be vigilant and take necessary precautions to ensure their personal safety.
Credits : mfa
(Full Video) Woke culture getting out of hand?!
People are talking about Singapore's new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and chiming in on PM Lee's critique of the "wokeness" trend. Opinions differ, with some...
The Rota Commander was with another firefighter attending to a case of smoke in the vessel’s engine room. The SCDF officer was pronounced dead at National University Hospital after being found unconscious at the bottom of the vessel’s staircase.
Deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and to the SCDF fraternity.
Credits: SCDF
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Leadership Shifts in Singapore
Dzar, Darren, and Rahman delve into several topics, from Tan Chuan-Jin's leadership masterclass to speculation about PM Lee Hsien Loong overshadowing the new PM, Lawrence Wong. They also explore Singapore's challenges with the fourth-generation leadership, upcoming elections, and the performance of the new leaders.
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Wokeness Movement
People are talking about Singapore's new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and chiming in on PM Lee's critique of the "wokeness" trend. Opinions differ, with some agreeing and others questioning whether it's appropriate for a leader to wade into such discussions. Meanwhile, Dzar, Darren, and Rahman explore an array of other subjects, diving into the complexities of "woke" culture, extreme viewpoints, racially tinged humor, diverse humor delivery methods, perspectives on "pretty privilege," and more.
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Blockout Campaign
The "Blockout campaign" advocates for boycotting brands associated with Israel and unfollowing celebrities who remain silent on the Gaza issue. It considers deplatforming as effective, citing Kim Kardashian's loss of followers. Dzar, Darren, and Rahman raise doubts about the effectiveness of this activism and discuss alternative methods for bringing about change.
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The Workers Party and the Progress Singapore Party have issued a statement to congratulate the incoming Prime Minister, Mr Lawrence Wong on their respective pages. They have also conveyed their thanks to current Prime Minister, Mr Lee Hsien Loong for his leadership over the past 2 decades.
Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will be sworn in tonight, making him the 4th Prime Minister of Singapore.
Credits : WP & PSP
(Full Video) Earning $16k per month doing food delivery? Conversations with Andy
Andy Sng, a delivery cyclist since 2021, met and discussed with Darren at a recent Labour Day rally at Hong Lim Park the struggles faced by food delivery rid...
(Full Video) Radical Kindness - …I managed to raise $50k in a week..
Mr Kevin Wee, known as Radical Kindness on TikTok, shares his journey of starting a fundraising initiative after overcoming personal struggles, including dep...
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54.4% of adults in Malaysia are overweight according to their Ministry of Health. Is this the start of a worrying trend?
The Shangri-la Dialogue: What would you ask and to who?
Several representatives and delegations walked out of the ILO Conference on June 6 as soon as the Israeli delegate began speaking.The ILO, one of the oldest U.N. bodies created after World War One, aims to promote compliance with international labour standards.The withdrawal of some country representatives was a democratic expression and was seen as a message rejecting Israel’s aggression against the Gaza Strip.📹: sahouraxo.
Recently, a talk about gender and sex at Singapore Science Centre was cancelled. Why the cancellation? Did they bite off more than they could handle?
Freehold property = forever property? The recent situation with owners at Jalan Chempaka sparks a debate. Bravo Realtors shares with us the hard truths about buying leasehold properties with short leases left. If you have any doubts on your property situation, contact them today for a property check up!
Khabib Nurmagomedov attended a UFC event on June 1, to corner Islam Makhachev to victory against Dustin Poirier. After the fight, Khabib spoke with presidential candidate Donald Trump, who received a standing ovation, about ending the Israel-Palestine conflict. Footage shows Khabib expressing confidence in Trump to stop the conflict if elected. Trump responded, “We’re going to stop it.” This interaction has gained significant attention, marking a notable moment as Trump has previously supported Israel’s actions against Hamas.📹: Globe Eye News
Rumours of the upcoming general election have been buzzing around town, so what are the potential election issues that political parties might want to focus on? Listen to the full episode on Spotify and share your thoughts on what might come for the upcoming GE.
An accident involving two SBS buses and a lorry occurred along Loyang Avenue. In a video shared on Tiktok, the lorry was seen sandwiched between the two buses with more than half of the vehicle damaged.SCDF personnels were seen on site.📹 : thomaschew933
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on May 29 called on the “Islamic world” to take united action following the latest Israeli strikes on Gaza. Erdogan, who leads a Muslim-majority country of 85 million people, told lawmakers from his AKP party.The Turkish premier also hit out at fellow Muslim-majority countries for failing to take common action over the Israeli strike.📹: AK Parti
Does settling your home mortgage early equate to being financially free? Does fully paying for your house mean you are debt free? Khalid from Bravo Realtors shares with us on how home owners can leverage on their property to earn income and plan for retirement. Contact them today for a property check!
A fire broke out at midnight on May 25 at 38 Bedok South Road, causing 50 people to evacuate. The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported the fire involved a Power-Assisted Bicycle (PAB) in a corridor. TikTok footage showed orange flames, small explosions, and black smoke on the fifth floor. The SCDF extinguished the fire with a water jet, and no injuries were reported. The fire likely originated from the PAB’s battery pack. 📹: shopwithlala4
Singapore was recently ranked number 1 in Asia for being the happiest country in 2024’s World Happiness Report. Are we really happy? Follow us on our social media: https://lnk.bio/planb.
Are "racist" jokes funny? Our Plan B ep is up on Spotify.
A group of 3 ladies were casually cooking using a portable stove when it exploded in front of them. The explosion caused several plates to break. Shocked at what just happened, the ladies quickly left the scene, leaving the rest of the items unattended. 📹: mstar
When buying a property, what is the difference between sustainability and affordability? Khalid shares with us the difference and how one can prepare themselves should interest rates increase.
The newly appointed Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong, recounts his humble beginnings into politics in a video aired after his inauguration on May 15. The 10-minute video shared details about his life and his aspirations for Singapore. He ended the video by asking citizens to help him in overcoming challenges and urged Singaporeans to take the country forward together.📹: CNA
On the evening of May 14, several cars were damaged while descending into the Funan shopping mall basement car park during heavy rain. Photos shared on Facebook showed at least four damaged vehicles, including a classic Volkswagen Beetle. A white car struck the wall at the bottom of the slope, and others had scratches and dents. One driver initially thought there was a brake issue but found other cars also experienced the same problem due to slippery ground. The incident involved about 10 vehicles. The mall has cordoned off the affected area, is investigating, and assisting the affected drivers.📹: sgrv
Malaysian Tiktoker, Raffisimple, goes around to ask ladies to complete his sentence. They were asked, “a man is most handsome when….” Of the 6 ladies he interviewed, only 1 had a differing answer. The rest said that a man is most handsome when they have money.The video has gotten 10.6k comments, with some agreeing with the ladies that although money is not everything, everything requires money.Should Plan B interview the public too? 📹: raffisimple
Is supporting the boycott movement too extreme? Does such a culture cause division between in society? How vocal should one be? Kevin shared his experience after being ‘cancelled’ online for sharing his thoughts on it.
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