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This past week, the organisers of a Ramadan bazaar in Woodlands had to step in to stop the sale of pork at some of its stalls. Is it really that big of a deal that there were non-Halal stalls selling pork at a pasar malam? Elsewhere, the city of Amsterdam launched a campaign to discourage rowdy tourists looking for drugs, alcohol and parties from visiting their city; the campaign is literally named “Stay Away”. Will this campaign help to change the image of Amsterdam as Europe’s party central? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her”  Full series on YouTube  Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Pork Sold at Ramadan Bazaar Organisers stop stalls selling pork at Woodlands Ramadan bazaar FB Post by Marsiling Constituency Office Pork sold at Woodlands Ramadan Bazaar sparks controversy Bazar Raya Utara stall found selling pork, Marsiling constituency office apologises for 'inconvenience' Amsterdam Tells Rowdy Tourists to “Stay Away” Amsterdam targets rowdy Brits with 'stay away' campaign Sex, drugs and tourism: Amsterdam's 'stay away' campaign targets troublesome visitors Amsterdam's 'stay away' ad looks to discourage rowdy tourists One Shiok Comment Comments on Reddit about our liquidation story One Shiok Thing Podcast - How I Built This: Sam Altman (OpenAI) Example of LinkedIn post comparing Shou Zi Chew to Martin Luther King or Winston Churchill Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, jobs portal Indeed announced that they would be cutting 120 employees from their Singapore office. One of their laid off employees then filmed himself on TikTok raiding the pantry’s snack shelf on a ‘final office snack run’, which won him supporters and detractors in equal measure. Who’s right? Also, on the 3-year anniversary of the HOOQ liquidation, we’re finally going public with the details of what happened to us and our TV show, “She’s A Terrorist And I Love Her”. This is as REAL as it gets on YLB! Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her”  Full series on YouTube  Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Our Silence Ends Now: Our TV show “She’s A Terrorist” Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” - Ep 1 “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” - Ep 2 Laid-off Employee Steals Snacks From Office Pantry Pantry thief? Man goes on 'final office snack run' after getting laid off One Shiok Comment Comment from internetlurker96 Comment from butthenhor One Shiok Thing Soh Rui Yong’s Facebook post Easlo, the Notion Guy (from Singapore!) Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, the CEO of TikTok, Shou Zi Chew, testified before US lawmakers, putting himself in the line of fire over the platform’s content moderation, data security, and links to the Chinese government. How did this Singaporean born and bred fare on the world stage? Closer to home, there was a big online hooha when a user on TikTok highlighted that a can of Coke has a better Nutri-Grade rating than a can of Milo. Is it true that Coke is healthier than Milo? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Singaporean TikTok CEO Grilled by US Congress TikTok hearing: CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies before US Congress amid looming ban – as it happened TikTok attacked for China ties as US lawmakers push for ban Key takeaways: TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testifies to US Congress | Business and Economy News TikTok hearing: CEO Shou Chew testifies before Congress for the first time | CNN Business The TikTok Hearing Revealed That Congress Is the Problem Kat Cammack Tears Into TikTok's CEO Over Violent Content And Data Security Is Coke Healthier Than Milo? S'pore TikToker surprised to see Coke got B Nutri-Grade rating, while Milo got D Nutri-Grade Beverage List.pdf The Nutri-Score (from Germany) One Shiok Comment Comment by iced_milo Comment by Leothu One Shiok Thing This Restaurant's Kitchen Is Run by Grandmothers from Around the World Exposing Scams on Joe Rogan | Coffeezilla YouTube Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week in Parliament, Minister Edwin Tong answered questions about the Dow/SportsSG shoe recycling fiasco that was brought to light by a recent Reuters investigative report. Are the current measures against greenwashing in Singapore able to prevent incidents like that from happening again? Elsewhere, a stall vendor at the Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar revealed that his rent rose from $10K to $18K in recent years, leading food critic KF Seetoh to label it the “world’s most expensive pasar malam stall”. Is the outrage justified? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Debating Greenwashing After Shoe Recycling Fiasco Shoes in recycling project being sold in Indonesia: Edwin Tong says processes tightened and lessons to be learnt across agencies SportSG and partners apologise over lapse that led to used shoes donated for recycling being sold in Indonesia Shoe recycling farce: Traders of second-hand textiles, shoes excluded from process chain Edwin Tong and Baey Yam Keng respond to clarifications sought on recycling programmes Consumers who encounter greenwashing claims can report to CASE: MOS Alvin Tan Singapore studying developments in greenwashing in other countries $18K Rent at Geylang Serai Bazaar 200 stalls remain empty at Geylang Serai Bazaar as high rental costs keep vendors away 'World's most expensive pasar malam stall': KF Seetoh calls out $18k rent at Geylang Serai Ramadan bazaar One Shiok Comment Post by junglejimbo88 Another post by junglejimbo88 One Shiok Thing Inside the traumatic life of a Facebook moderator Richard Dawkins vs Piers Morgan On Religion and Gender Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A government survey revealed that more than 70% of Singapore residents felt that their overall quality of life was the same or better in post-pandemic 2023, compared with 2019 before COVID-19. With inflation, layoffs and a war going on, is this survey an accurate reflection of sentiment on the ground? Elsewhere, Samsung’s Galaxy S23 Ultra phone has come under scrutiny for its AI-driven image enhancement technology which allows it to zoom in and capture detailed pictures of the moon. Why are people making a fuss about this software function? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! 7 in 10 Singapore Residents in Good Shape Post-pandemic 69% of S'pore residents rate quality of life post-pandemic as 'Good' or 'Very good': MCI poll 7 in 10 S’pore residents in good shape post-pandemic; youth, caregivers see drop in quality of life: Poll Higher proportion of youth say quality of life lower post-Covid, in contrast to general population's positive sentiments: Survey Relationships weakened, passions lost: Teens reveal why they were hit harder during pandemic, analysts share how youth can move on Press release for MCI’s Poll Samsung Phone’s Fake Moon Shots Samsung’s Moon Shots Force Us to Ask How Much AI Is Too Much | WIRED How Samsung Phones are "Faking" their Photos. | Mrwhosetheboss YouTube Samsung explains its 'fake' Moon photos One Shiok Comment Comment by pencilbreads One Shiok Thing Providence News site claiming to debunk Netflix documentary “In The Name of God” Harry Mack x Beardyman | None Of This Was Planned Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Researchers from the Institute of Policy Studies revealed that they surveyed over 800 food establishments across Singapore to study whether food prices have increased in hawker centres, kopitiams and food courts. While the results between different regions of Singapore have sparked debate, the survey also angered some people. Why so? Elsewhere, Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh made history by being the first Asian woman to win the Academy Award for best actress for her performance in “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” But why are some Malaysians refusing to celebrate it as a win for their country? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Where is the Cheapest Place to Dine Out in Singapore Study finds eating out cheapest in Toa Payoh, most expensive in Bishan; many stalls didn't raise prices after GST hike Prata is cheaper in the west while kopi is cheaper in central S’pore: IPS study | The Straits Times IPS study finds regional differences in cost of eating out in Singapore's hawker centres, food courts and kopitiams - The Online Citizen Asia #trending: Singapore netizens say cost of eating out has risen, disagree with findings of food prices survey - TODAY The IPS Paper - Makan Index 2.0 Does Malaysia Deserve Michelle Yeoh? Michelle Yeoh’s Oscars win cannot be credited Malaysia, says Malaysian netizens - TODAY Michelle Yeoh - Wikipedia One Shiok Comment Comment by butthenhor Comment by kosherjellyfish One Shiok Thing Great apes deliberately spin to become dizzy, say researchers - BBC News The Last of Us | Final Trailer | HBO Max (2023) Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Last weekend, the seismic collapse of Silicon Valley Bank threatened to spread as a “contagion” through the US financial system and send it into a tailspin. We break down what happened, and why the biggest bank collapse since 2008 is giving us feelings of déjå vu. Closer to home, Paralympian Sophie Soon was caught in a social media firestorm when she posted a video shaming Rocky Master’s staff for denying her indoor entry into their Hougang cafe with her guide dog. While we agree that Sophie Soon shaming the staff member was uncalled for, Rocky Master’s official statement didn’t win it any new fans either. What should have been done to de-escalate the situation? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Silicon Valley Bank Collapse Silicon Valley Bank Collapse: What We Know and How It Happened Quick takes: The impact of SVB’s collapse on Singapore banks, Companies & Markets SVB Fallout: Fed and Treasury Weigh Emergency Authority - Bloomberg SVB Fallout Spreads Around World From London to Singapore New York regulators close Signature Bank, second US bank failure in days after SVB collapse CEO describes pulling money from bank hours before collapse | CNN YouTube channel Paralympian in Dispute with Cafe Over Guide Dog S'pore Paralympic swimmer apologises after filming dispute over guide dog in cafe SFA Advisories for Guide Dogs Analysis: Regulations allow F&B joints to let in guide dogs for the visually impaired, but why do some still have reservations? One Shiok Comment Comment by butthenhor Comments on TikTok video of “JC vs. Army” One Shiok Thing Chris Rock - Selective Outrage | Netflix MH370: The Plane That Disappeared | Official Trailer | Netflix Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak  

Two days ago, DPM Lawrence Wong released the COVID-19 White Paper as Singapore’s report card on how it handled the pandemic. Was this report just a case of “ownself check ownself”, or was it actually more objective? Also, a new species of cockroach was discovered in Singapore, and it’s officially been named after a Pokemon. Is this Singaporean cockroach someone we can be proud of? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Surprises in COVID-19 White Paper The gist: Tackling ‘crisis within a crisis’ and other Covid-19 lessons for future pandemics Covid-19 White Paper: 'Overly elaborate' safe distancing rules, supporting the vulnerable — hits and misses of S'pore's pandemic response COVID-19 White Paper: U-turn on masks, confusing measures among areas Singapore says it could have done better Analysis: Government's Covid-19 White Paper 'fair, candid, self-critical', S'poreans will be the best judge Download the full White Paper here Review of Government's COVID-19 response led by former civil service head Peter Ho, focuses on 'first phase' of pandemic [2022] Pokemon Cockroach Discovered in Singapore New Cockroach Species Found in Singapore Named After a Pokemon One Shiok Comment Comment by georgesin1981 Comment by iced_milo One Shiok Thing We Cause Scenes (Full Length Improv Everywhere Documentary Film) "I Can Identify As A Black Lesbian!" Piers Morgan On Gender Identity Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Minister of Education Chan Chun Sing recently announced major changes to A-Level exam scoring for Junior College students in Singapore; for example, the Project Work module will become a Pass/Fail subject. While these changes are meant to benefit students by partially relieving their exam stress, some have said it could have the reverse effect. How so? Elsewhere, certain residents have complained about the bold red facade of a new Tampines BTO block lobby, likening it to a red-light district or a scene in a horror movie. A photographer has come forward and warned that this negative public feedback could end up stifling innovation in Singapore. Who’s right? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube Just Try Only, our new weekly newsletter Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Big Changes to A-Level Scoring A-Level scoring in Singapore to change from 2026 to reduce emphasis on grades The Definitive JC A Level Subject Combination Guide [up till 2022] Changes to A-level scoring system may reduce stress but not competition: Students, observers Fourth content-based A-level subject to be dropped from university admission score Project Work Will Soon Be Cut From University Admission Scores. Good Riddance. Red Tampines HDB Scares Residents Red Tampines BTO block gives residents the creeps with its crimson walls, ceilings & floor HDB to improve ‘scary’ red-themed blocks in Tampines North BTO project S'porean photographer muses about decision to repaint Tampines BTO lobby, warns of stifling innovation One Shiok Comment Poll by butthenhor Comment by junglejimbo88 One Shiok Thing Srisun Express gives away 6,780 free prata kosong to Man U jersey-wearing diners Chris Rock: Selective Outrage Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak  

Senior Minister Teo Chee Hean revealed in Parliament that Lee Hsien Yang and his wife Lee Suet Fern are under investigation by the police for lying under oath during disciplinary proceedings against Mrs Lee over her handling of Lee Kuan Yew’s will. What prompted this new twist in the Oxley Road saga? Elsewhere, Singapore Airlines announced a trial of paper serviceware on selected medium- and long-haul flights, triggering snarky comments and criticism. Why did this seemingly environmentally-friendly move not fly with some customers? Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok  YLB IG  YLB YouTube Just Try Only, our new weekly newsletter Folklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com! Lee Hsien Yang Under Investigation for Perjury The E-Book: The Battle Over Lee Kuan Yew’s Last Will E-book on Lee Kuan Yew's will contains inaccuracies 'calculated to mislead' and 'completely at odds' with court findings: SM Teo SM Teo’s examples of inaccurate statements from the book Lee Hsien Yang, wife Lee Suet Fern under police investigation for lying in judicial proceedings about Lee Kuan Yew's will Lee Suet Fern found guilty of misconduct in handling Lee Kuan Yew’s will, suspended from legal practice for 15 months Explainer: What disciplinary tribunal says about Lee Suet Fern’s involvement in Lee Kuan Yew’s final will Sudhir’s Original Post from 2022 Sudhir’s Response to SM Teo’s Comments  Link to listen to YLB #316 feat. Sudhir Singapore Airlines’ Paper Boxes Criticized SIA to 'take on board customer feedback' after paper serviceware trial sparks criticism SIA’s video on their Facebook page One Shiok Comment “Hard to listen”, “excruciating”, “combative” - all the comments about our fiery discussion in Ep 371 One Shiok Thing Children’s Museum Singapore Guy builds a home for a frog Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak