It seems we’re not done talking about former Transport Minister Iswaran yet! Just before entering prison, he announced he will not be appealing his one-year sentence. We examine his statement and try to read between the lines. Why the change of tone? How will Singaporeans view him now? Separately, the craze over Labubu dolls here has finally spread to… Taoism?? We discuss if their use in a recent Taoist ceremony has crossed a line.

(00:00) Folklory
(00:40) Intro
(04:48) Iswaran Apologises, Begins Jail Term
(28:32) Taoism-themed Labubu Dolls?
(40:07) One Shiok Comment
(44:04) One Shiok Thing

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Iswaran Apologises, Begins Jail Term

• Iswaran not appealing jail sentence; prison term to start Oct 7
• Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng charged with abetting public servant to obtain valuable things, obstructing justice

Taoism-themed Labubu Dolls?

• Temple rolls out Labubu toys for Nine Emperor Gods Festival, but some say it's disrespectful
• Our Favourite Labubu Doll Accessories and the Best Monsters
• Labubu fever: Singapore PAP politician enlists ‘cutest volunteer’ to engage youth

One Shiok Comment

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