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The NRIC unmasking saga is far from over - after a thorough investigation, a 36-page report reveals how a “confluence of shortcomings” led to the NRIC kerfuffle under ACRA’s watch. But while no "deliberate wrongdoing" was found, will there be accountability of the key personnel involved? Meanwhile, the SCDF is set to hire foreigners for emergency medical services, citing manpower shortages amid Singapore’s declining birth rate. Are these valid reasons for searching for foreign talent?(00:00) Folklory(00:40) Intro(10:08) Lapses Revealed in NRIC Unmasking Issue(36:26) SCDF Hiring Foreigners?(49:36) One Shiok Comment(52:01) One Shiok ThingNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch with you to get more information!FolkloryIf 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.comFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutLapses Revealed in NRIC Unmasking IssueOfficers, leaders involved in NRIC unmasking saga may face financial consequencesNo 'deliberate wrongdoing' by MDDI, ACRA in unmasking of NRIC numbers: Review panel6 missteps in Acra’s disclosure of full NRIC numbers in December 2024PMO | The Government Completes Review into the Public Disclosure of Full NRIC Numbers on Bizfile People SearchMDDI’s Response to Review into the Public Disclosure of Full NRIC Numbers on Bizfile People SearchSCDF Hiring Foreigners?SCDF to recruit Asean nationals for Emergency Medical Services, but retain 'strong local core'One Shiok CommentComment by Mediocre-Lopuat-69Picture by hayata_sOne Shiok ThingThe True SizeDiscussing the Frontier of Particle Physics with Brian CoxMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A heated GST debate erupted this week as Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh accused the government of “turbocharging inflation” with the timing of the GST hike. Academic Ben Leong pushed back on this “irritating” assertion via a social media post, and Minister Shanmugam even agreed by sharing his post. But who’s actually right? Meanwhile, the great Pickleball noise war rages on in Marine Parade, with frustrated residents forcing changes to court usage hours. Are we killing the kampung spirit with all our strict rules?(00:00) Intro(01:43) Turbocharging Inflation: GST Debate Heats Up(27:48) Pickleball Noise Wars(45:26) One Shiok Comment(50:15) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutTurbocharging Inflation: GST Debate Heats UpWhat 'turbocharging' inflation?: NUS prof Ben Leong on Pritam Singh's budget debate speechGST hike was a 'poor' decision that 'turbocharged' inflation: Pritam SinghFB Post by Min ShanmugamPickleball Noise WarsPickleball fans swing back at Stomper's noise complaint over Marine Parade courtOne Shiok CommentComment by gooberdzOne Shiok ThingScarred on SteamTerminator 2D: No Fate - Official Announcement TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

The latest Graduate Employment Survey shows that fewer fresh graduates in Singapore are landing full-time jobs within six months of graduation, despite median starting salaries rising by 4%. Are Singapore degrees losing their value, or are AI and global competition changing the game? Meanwhile, a couple’s dream trip to Venice turned into a nightmare when they were seated next to a dead body for 4 hours on their Qatar Airways flight. How did this happen, and what do airlines actually do when someone dies mid-air?(00:00) Intro(06:06) Fewer Jobs for Fresh Grads in SG(33:35) Flying With a Corpse for 4 Hours(44:10) One Shiok Comment(48:30) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutFewer Jobs for Fresh Grads in SGFewer graduates found work 6 months after leaving university in 2024, median salary rises 4.2%: SurveyFewer uni graduates in 2024 found full-time work, but they had higher pay: SurveyFlying With a Corpse for 4 HoursDead body placed beside Australian couple on Qatar Airways flightCouple Forced to Sit Next to Corpse on Qatar Airways Flight for HoursOne Shiok CommentComment from mild_demonsComment by captainblackchestOne Shiok ThingThe Shortest NBA Player Is Doing The ImpossibleJESSE EISENBERG wins BEST SCREENPLAY at the 2025 Film Independent Spirit AwardsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

The Montfort Secondary School bullying incident has shocked Singapore, with a viral video showing students attacking a fellow classmate. Despite the school's claim of "appropriate disciplinary actions", the victim’s mother is speaking out, demanding transparency. Are schools doing enough, or is it time for harsher punishments? Meanwhile, a new task force report suggests grants for coffee shop owners to clean their infamously dirty toilets. But should taxpayers foot the bill for this?(00:00) Intro(05:28) Total Defence Exercise Leads to Food Poisoning(38:15) Pregnant Hawker Forced to Stand(53:38) One Shiok Comment(57:01) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutMontfort Bullying Incident Sparks OutragePolice investigating Montfort Secondary bullying incidentMontfort Secondary School disciplines students for tripping, kicking schoolmateMontfort Sec bullying: Victim's mum files police report, says son is traumatisedMOE takes serious view of bullying or violence, but vigilantism can complicate situation: Chan Chun SingGrants to Save Coffee Shop Toilets?Task force recommends government grants for coffee shop operators to renovate toilets & deep clean regularlyPTTF ReportClose to 1 in 2 Willing to Pay for Public Toilets If Cleanliness is GuaranteedOne Shiok CommentComment by msaeroplaneComment by zhizhi898989One Shiok ThingWatch BENSON BOONE perform "BEAUTIFUL THINGS" live at the 2025 GRAMMYsWhite - The ArtgroundMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

A Total Defence food resilience exercise took a wrong turn when 20 students fell ill after eating ready-to-eat meals catered by SATS, a major food supplier. With 100,000 meals already distributed, should the program be paused completely? Meanwhile, a Nasi Lemak hawker has publicly questioned the requirement for hawkers to be physically present at their stalls everyday, thus putting the National Environment Agency’s tenancy rules under the spotlight. Are NEA’s requirements outdated, or necessary to protect hawker culture?(00:00) Message from our sponsor - Gov.sg(00:53) Intro(06:24) Total Defence Exercise Leads to Food Poisoning (31:03) Pregnant Hawker Forced to Stand(53:30) One Shiok Comment(59:40) One Shiok ThingOur Sponsor:To find out more about Forward SG initiatives, visit the Together, for Better roadshows that are happening around Singapore until June 2025: go.gov.sg/tfbroadshows-ylbFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutTotal Defence Exercise Leads to Food PoisoningTotal Defence food resilience programme suspended as precautionary measure due to SOTA food poisoning casesSota food poisoning probe: Active ageing centres, schools stop ready-to-eat meal distributionFB Post by SFAPregnant Hawker Forced to Stand Man questions requirement for pregnant wife to physically run Yishun hawker stall, NEA says alternatives declinedNEA says hawkers must operate stalls personally to prevent subletting, after hawker’s viral complaintFB Post by NEAOne Shiok CommentComment by _h_e_r_m_i_t_Comment by TheGracehewOne Shiok ThingCONCLAVE - Official TrailerDARK GOTHIC MAGA: How Tech Billionaires Plan to Destroy AmericaMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

Budget 2025 is here, and PM Lawrence Wong delivered what many are calling an "election budget" - packed with CDC vouchers, SG60 bonuses, and support for families. While no one will say no to budget goodies, are the deeper issues such as Singapore’s cost of living and fertility woes being addressed? Meanwhile, a Dalmatian flying business class on Singapore Airlines has sparked a conversation on wealth inequality, service animals, and travel privilege.(00:00) Intro(03:45) Budget 2025: Sweet Enough(51:56) Dalmatian Flies SQ Business Class(1:02:21) One Shiok Comment(1:04:41) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutBudget 2025: Sweet Enough?PM Wong unveils bumper SG60 Budget for all SingaporeansSingapore Budget 2025 live updates, key announcements from Lawrence WongBudget 2025: 6 things families and individuals can look forward toBudget 2025: Singapore to introduce 50% corporate income tax rebate amid higher rent, labour costsDalmatian Flies SQ Business ClassDalmatian flies S'pore Airlines business class for 5.5 hours to Japan without using the looOne Shiok CommentComment by musico3415Comment by lovelifeange8322One Shiok ThingAudiologists raise concern over headphone use in young people@deathbytoys IG accountMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

Pritam Singh, Singapore’s Leader of the Opposition, has been convicted of lying to Parliament’s Committee of Privileges, marking a historic first for a political leader. Even with a $14,000 fine, he still remains eligible to contest GE2025, but what does this mean for the Workers' Party? Meanwhile, a Straits Times feature on Singapore’s incels sparks heated debate among online commenters, who took issue with NS grievances being categorised as part of the local incel movement. Is there any truth to the labeling though?(00:00) Intro(02:55) Our next LIVE show on Thu, 6 Mar 2025(04:54) Pritam Singh Found Guilty(37:43) Singapore's Incels Speak Out(1:03:19) One Shiok Comment(1:05:58) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutPritam Singh Found Guilty'Never wanted Ms Khan to tell the truth': Judge finds Pritam Singh guilty of lying to Committee of PrivilegesWP chief Pritam Singh convicted of two charges, judge says he ‘wilfully’ lied to committeePritam Singh: Singapore opposition leader guilty of lying to parliamentFB Post by Pritam SinghSingapore’s Incels Speak OutInvoluntarily celibate: Inside the minds of ‘incels’ who blame women and societyThe “Pick Up” videos from our MOF daysOne Shiok CommentComment by Available_Ad9766Comment by SingaporeingOne Shiok ThingCleo Abram - YouTubeBrisbane Roar v Western United - Shark Highlights | Ninja A-League 2024-25 | Round 16Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani

Join us for a heartfelt episode of Yah Lah BUT that starts on the grassy patch of Crawford Heights, then transitions to a scenic ride along the Kallang River on a trishaw, because why not? From diaper disasters to dad jokes, we reflect on Haresh’s first couple of months of fatherhood, and exchange stories of the wild ride of modern parenting. We debate the perks of prime HDB locations (hello, Kallang Basin views!) and the lifesaving magic of flexible work arrangements. But it’s not all baby talk! We also delve into the future for young parents in Singapore; from more affordable public housing options, to more parental leave to share between couples. As a bonus, we even bump into some otters along the way! So grab your picnic blankets and get on for the wild (trishaw) ride of modern parenting!To find out more about Forward SG initiatives, visit the Together, for Better roadshows that will be happening around Singapore until June 2025: go.gov.sg/tfbroadshows-ylb(00:00) Intro(02:53) Importance of Location in Life(05:16) Parenting and Space Needs(09:21) Personal Experiences with Home(15:12) A Trishaw Ride Around Kallang Basin(16:22) Kallang Basin and Local Significance(28:20) Impact of Fatherhood(31:57) Expectations of Modern Parenting(34:04) Shared Parental Leave(38:20) Social Changes and Technology(44:52) Planning for Parenthood(49:56) One Shiok Thing(53:32) Parenting Challenges and Experiences(54:13) Flexible Work ArrangementsFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutOne Shiok ThingMGMT - "Kids" Original 4/20/03 Concert Part 5Interstellar 10th Anniversary: Exclusive Behind the Scenes Clip - Christopher Nolan, Kip ThorneMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Former Transport Minister S Iswaran has been moved to home detention just four months into his 12-month jail term, sparking a wave of online backlash. How does the Home Detention Scheme actually work, and is this standard procedure or VIP treatment? Meanwhile, Coldplay’s new music video, filmed entirely in Singapore, is making waves, featuring everything from Marina Bay Sands to MacPherson HDB blocks. Is this a genuine tribute, slick Singapore Tourism Board production, or the new SG60 NDP song?(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(17:30) Iswaran’s Home Detention Sparks Debate(38:00) Coldplay’s Singapore Music Video(52:25) One Shiok Comment(55:42) One Shiok ThingNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch with you to get more information!Find us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutIswaran’s Home Detention Sparks DebateIswaran to serve remainder of sentence at home, placed on home detention schemeFormer Singapore transport minister S Iswaran moved to home detentionCommunity Based ProgrammesColdplay’s Singapore Music VideoColdplay filmed new music video in Singapore, performed on floating stage in Marina BayOne Shiok CommentComment by sgredshaComment by singaporeingOne Shiok ThingDon't Believe Him | The Ezra Klein ShowJyo John Mulloor on IGMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Singapore’s Parliament just passed the Maintenance of Racial Harmony Bill, marking a major legal shift in how race-related issues are handled. From new restraining orders to stricter controls on foreign influence, we break down the biggest changes. Meanwhile, a new study by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) claims that racial relations in Singapore have improved since 2018. Are Singaporeans truly more accepting of other races, or are we just becoming more politically correct? (00:00) Tell You First(01:53) Intro(07:25) Singapore’s New Racial Harmony Law(39:46) Are Singaporeans More Accepting?(55:21) One Shiok Comment(59:41) One Shiok ThingOur New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we look into what life was like for the average person during the Japanese Occupation!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on AppleFind us here!Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbutSingapore’s New Racial Harmony Law'An additional layer of check': Shanmugam, opposition MPs debate president's powers in new racial harmony ActNew law to protect racial harmony passedNew racial harmony bill: finally, the end of a colonial-era framework is in sightThe IPS SurveyAre Singaporeans More Accepting?Singaporeans more accepting of all races in personal relationships: StudyOne Shiok CommentComment by Seven_feet_underComment by ryecottaOne Shiok ThingHeil TeslaMan Carrying ThingMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairThe Meat Club: Use the code “YLB20” for $20 off your order at https://themeatclub.com.sg/yahlahbut Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak