Tag Archives: news

On this Day: 9th September 2022

Posted on September 9, 2022 by bookjunkie

Update 17th September 2022: I so agree with how Trevor Noah articulated it on The Daily Show. Each person has a different experience with the same person and you can’t force your opinion on them. If they had a bad … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines, Singapore Living | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Singapore Today: People Paying Respects to Mr Lee Kuan Yew

Posted on March 27, 2015 by bookjunkie

Saw the Singapore flag at half mast at a mosque at Jalan Eunos. Moving scenes on TV. I think Mr Chiam See Tong is a class act. It was heartwarming to see PM Lee greeting him. Scenes reflecting the importance … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Living | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Yes, Obama Won!

Posted on November 7, 2012 by bookjunkie

I am not an American but I am so happy that Obama won the election. Feels like I’m watching history in the making. Restores my faith somehow. My whole family – all Obama supporters. Happy as well. Also thinking of … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , | 5 Comments

What is Happening to our MRT System?

Posted on December 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I just want to hear no more bad news about MRT system. I can imagine how rattled the passengers and train drivers must have been when they heard the bang.  It was reported to be due to an electrical surge. … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Living | Tagged , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

My Thoughts about Scoot, SIA’s New Budget Carrier

Posted on November 3, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s not secret that I have a fear of flying.  More the claustrophobia than anything. My main concern when I travel is the seat size and legroom.  Everything else is good to have but I am willing to forgo as … Continue reading →

Posted in Health & Wellness, Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

Improvements in Singapore’s Public Transport Promised

Posted on October 4, 2011 by bookjunkie

It’s great news that there will be a new station near Marina Bay Sands called Bayfront and it’ll open in January 2012. [youtube]KAm3J2ri-Pc[/youtube] I like the idea of knowing when the bus is coming and how crowded it is. More … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Living | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

3 Singapore News Items that Caught My Eye Today

Posted on September 15, 2011 by bookjunkie

I think the best way to get a feel about what life in a country is like, is to read the newspapers. If it concerns politics, I prefer to read from other sources as well. The Financial Times for instance. … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Kusabi has closed it’s Central mall outlet

Posted on September 1, 2011 by bookjunkie

I felt a bit sad when I saw the closed sign. I guess I have to go to the Marina Square branch for my super spicy Ramen fix, but I much prefer this location. This was the only place that … Continue reading →

Posted in Food in Singapore | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Another SMRT Train Vandalised

Posted on August 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

This kind of thing is scary for passengers like me. Graffiti is fine, but thank goodness it was not anything worse. The last time the breach was at Changi Depot and this time it was at Bishan. What’s up with … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

The Stop Cooking Indian Curry Story Upsets Me

Posted on August 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Sunday, August 21st, is Cook a Pot of Curry Day. A brilliant group of Singaporeans set up a facebook page to celebrate curry as our way of life and it already has 17,364 attendees. (Update on 19 August 2011: The … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 35 Comments

Sand Dune Accident in Lancelin

Posted on July 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was shocked when I read about the serious injuries resulting from an adventure bus that overturned during a Sand Dune ride in Lancelin which is a small coastal town, north of Perth. I have gone on a similar ride … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

My 5 Month Blog Review: Singapore’s Hot Topics

Posted on July 16, 2011 by bookjunkie

The blog is now 5 months old and time for a review and reflection. Some days I just feel like giving up on this blog after a year as keeping up this domain is costing me. What has kept me … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Utterly Shocked over Terrorist Attacks in Mumbai

Posted on July 13, 2011 by bookjunkie

Senseless killing. Fear, dread, outrage, sadness. There really are no words. Everything else in your life seems insignificant at this point. Is there any place in this world that is safe? Three blasts within 10 minutes. All during the rush … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , | 10 Comments

China: Jilted Bride Attempts to Leap from Building

Posted on May 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

I hope the Chinese authorities treat her with compassion. The poor girl looks utterly distraught. The pain must have overwhelmed her in that moment. You can read the full article at the Daily Mail. Even more shocking, when you watch … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 11 Comments

Servant Leaders?

Posted on April 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

I’m sure that most people like me were skeptical when the PM implored that his team should not lord it over the people and reminded them that they were servants to the people. I was shocked, delighted and then skeptical … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Uniquely Singapore Magazine: 8 Days

Posted on April 12, 2011 by bookjunkie

Even though Her World has been voted as the top magazine by marketers, my pick is without a question 8 Days. I think Her World is filled with too many ads and things I can’t afford or have not much … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Now I’m Afraid to Take the Train

Posted on April 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

I spoke too soon. I was just praising our train system. Well it’s still great, except for issues like what just happened. You see I am extremely claustrophobic, so that’s the reason why a delay like this scares the heck … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Mustafa: Low Crime Doesn’t Mean No Crime

Posted on March 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

The juvenile in me giggled when I saw the new bright neon sign worn by the security guard outside our little India shopping mall. It’s the mouthful of a slogan by our police department.  You see we hardly get crime … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Living | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Thinking About Japan, Kaho and Shay

Posted on March 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

I just can’t write anything knowing what’s happening in beautiful Japan. Usually devastating news seems really far away, but the blogging community makes the world shrink and my thoughts are fixated on two wonderful bloggers. Kaho of Chuzai Living who … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 7 Comments

I Finally Made it to Haji Lane

Posted on March 8, 2011 by bookjunkie

If I’m ever to get a workout I prefer it this way. Walking around Arab Street looking for Haji Lane. And then after strolling through the lovely empty lanes, I would have worked up an appetite and can indulge guilt … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 10 Comments

83rd Academy Awards: The Oscar Dresses I Liked

Posted on February 28, 2011 by bookjunkie

I wasn’t planning to write about the Oscars because I missed the show, but since Sister Earth Organics requested it, I was inspired to seek out what the pretty ladies of Hollywood wore today. The reason why I missed the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 4 Comments

Asia’s First Legoland will be just 15 Minutes away in JB

Posted on February 27, 2011 by bookjunkie

I was excited to read that there will be a Legoland in JB in 2013.  The story is that Danish toy maker Lego will open a multimillion dollar Legoland theme park in southern Malaysia (Johor Bahru) in 2013. I am … Continue reading →

Posted in Singapore Headlines | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 13 Comments