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Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Yahoo
URA Draft Master Plan 2025 will give residents more flexibility to choose ideal home: Analysts; NParks investigating alleged animal abuse case of cat stuffed in container: Singapore live news
The Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Draft Master Plan 2025 will allow greater flexibility for residents in choosing their ideal home as amenities (and in some cases, workplaces) will be located closer to homes, said analysts. More green spaces, preserved heritage buildings, and access to waterfront and park views are being built into upcoming estates, with over 80,000 homes planned across more than 10 areas including Dover, Defu, Newton, and Orchard. Authorities are investigating a suspected case of animal abuse at a workers' canteen in Tuas, where a kitten was allegedly placed in a plastic container and rolled around. In a statement on 26 June, the National Parks Board (NParks) confirmed it is looking into the incident. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said in a Facebook post that the case was brought to their attention by an informant, who is the colleague of the alleged abuser. According to the SPCA, the kitten had been placed inside a plastic container, and rolled around repeatedly. The incident occurred at a workers' canteen at Tech Park Crescent in Tuas on 26 March, between 9.45pm and 10.30pm. Read more in our live blog below, including the latest local and international news and updates. The Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Draft Master Plan 2025 will allow greater flexibility for residents in choosing their ideal home as amenities (and in some cases, workplaces) will be located closer to homes, said analysts. The latest draft masterplan, Singapore's land use development blueprint for the next 10 to 15 years, sees a major shift in how residents live, work, and play. Analysts say the plan has a stronger focus on creating an environment that fosters a healthier and more active lifestyle, supports the Republic's ageing population, and addresses the challenges of climate change. More green spaces, preserved heritage buildings, and access to waterfront and park views are being built into upcoming estates, with over 80,000 homes planned across more than 10 areas including Dover, Defu, Newton, and Orchard. Christine Sun, chief researcher and strategist at property agency OrangeTee Group, told The Straits Times (ST) that the plan enhances quality of life for Singaporeans by providing more homes with access to sea, river, and park views, as well as more parks and amenities. This means that Singaporeans will have a more diverse array of housing options to suit their needs, be they near the city centre, schools, parks or waterways. A key feature of the blueprint is its push to decentralise workplaces and ease pressure on transport systems by building business hubs and homes closer together. Areas like the one-north precinct, already buzzing with over 50,000 knowledge workers, could see thousands of new homes in Dover-Medway and Mediapolis. For more on the expert analysis on the URA Draft Master Plan 2025, read here. Authorities are investigating a suspected case of animal abuse at a workers' canteen in Tuas, where a kitten was allegedly placed in a plastic container and rolled around. In a statement on 26 June, the National Parks Board (NParks) confirmed it is looking into the incident. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said in a Facebook post that the case was brought to their attention by an informant, who is the colleague of the alleged abuser. According to the SPCA, the kitten had been placed inside a plastic container, and rolled around repeatedly. The incident occurred at a workers' canteen at Tech Park Crescent in Tuas on 26 March, between 9.45pm and 10.30pm. SPCA inspectors conducted an unannounced site inspection on 1 April and were told that the kitten had been released since it was a community animal. The worker involved had received a stern warning, but the on-site manager refused to share CCTV footage or assist further with the investigation. For more on the alleged cat abuse, read here. The cannabis industry in Thailand is now facing a major shake-up as the government moves to recriminalise recreational use just three years after removing cannabis from its narcotics list in 2022. This move follows the withdrawal of the pro-legalisation Bhumjaithai Party from the ruling coalition due to the leaked phone call from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The Health Ministry on Tuesday (24 June) issued an order banning recreational sales and requiring a doctor's prescription for all retail purchases. The rule, which is set to take effect once published in the Royal Gazette, could happen within days. When it kicks in, the future of the billion-dollar industry will be uncertain. The sudden policy reversal has stunned those in the business. A dispensary employee in Bangkok said, "I feel a bit shocked because this is my main source of income. It's affecting me a little, actually, not just a little, it's really hitting me. And it will probably affect many shops; many shops are probably just as shocked because a lot of them invested heavily." For more on Thailand's push to recriminalise cannabis, read here. Singaporeans are being urged to defer non-essential travel to areas in the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim issued the advisory on 25 June at Changi Airport, explaining that the authorities are concerned over the escalating tensions in the region. His remarks followed recent disruptions to flight routes, including the cancellation of a Scoot flight from Jeddah on 23 June that left 43 returning haj pilgrims stranded. The group was eventually booked on an alternative flight via Malaysia Airlines and arrived safely back in Singapore on 25 June. He confirmed that all Singaporean haj pilgrims who performed the pilgrimage this year have safely returned home. Associate Professor Faishal, who was at the airport to welcome the final batch of returning haj pilgrims, also shared that Singaporean students studying in the Middle East, including Islamic universities in Jordan and Egypt, were stranded after booking their flights home. The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) has since reached out and facilitated their return. For more on the travel advisory to the Middle East, read here. Thailand has approved a 1.75 billion baht (S$68.73 million) budget for the "Half-Half Thailand Travel" campaign, aimed at stimulating domestic tourism during the low season from June to September. Announced by Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong on Tuesday (24 June), the initiative is part of a larger 115 billion baht stimulus package endorsed on the same day. The campaign is expected to generate approximately 35 billion baht in tourism revenue through an additional 2.67 million additional domestic trips, and create an estimated 40,000 jobs between July and October. The campaign will offer 500,000 subsidised room nights, with each participant eligible to book up to five nights – at least two of which must be in secondary cities. In addition to subsidised accommodation, travellers will receive a 500 baht cash coupon per booking, redeemable at participating restaurants and tourist attractions after their check-in. This is intended to encourage spending in local economies and promote less-visited destinations. According to Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the initiative should attract at least 100,000 Thai participants. For more on Thailand's 'Half-Half' travel campaign, read here. The Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Draft Master Plan 2025 will allow greater flexibility for residents in choosing their ideal home as amenities (and in some cases, workplaces) will be located closer to homes, said analysts. The latest draft masterplan, Singapore's land use development blueprint for the next 10 to 15 years, sees a major shift in how residents live, work, and play. Analysts say the plan has a stronger focus on creating an environment that fosters a healthier and more active lifestyle, supports the Republic's ageing population, and addresses the challenges of climate change. More green spaces, preserved heritage buildings, and access to waterfront and park views are being built into upcoming estates, with over 80,000 homes planned across more than 10 areas including Dover, Defu, Newton, and Orchard. Christine Sun, chief researcher and strategist at property agency OrangeTee Group, told The Straits Times (ST) that the plan enhances quality of life for Singaporeans by providing more homes with access to sea, river, and park views, as well as more parks and amenities. This means that Singaporeans will have a more diverse array of housing options to suit their needs, be they near the city centre, schools, parks or waterways. A key feature of the blueprint is its push to decentralise workplaces and ease pressure on transport systems by building business hubs and homes closer together. Areas like the one-north precinct, already buzzing with over 50,000 knowledge workers, could see thousands of new homes in Dover-Medway and Mediapolis. For more on the expert analysis on the URA Draft Master Plan 2025, read here. Authorities are investigating a suspected case of animal abuse at a workers' canteen in Tuas, where a kitten was allegedly placed in a plastic container and rolled around. In a statement on 26 June, the National Parks Board (NParks) confirmed it is looking into the incident. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) said in a Facebook post that the case was brought to their attention by an informant, who is the colleague of the alleged abuser. According to the SPCA, the kitten had been placed inside a plastic container, and rolled around repeatedly. The incident occurred at a workers' canteen at Tech Park Crescent in Tuas on 26 March, between 9.45pm and 10.30pm. SPCA inspectors conducted an unannounced site inspection on 1 April and were told that the kitten had been released since it was a community animal. The worker involved had received a stern warning, but the on-site manager refused to share CCTV footage or assist further with the investigation. For more on the alleged cat abuse, read here. The cannabis industry in Thailand is now facing a major shake-up as the government moves to recriminalise recreational use just three years after removing cannabis from its narcotics list in 2022. This move follows the withdrawal of the pro-legalisation Bhumjaithai Party from the ruling coalition due to the leaked phone call from Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. The Health Ministry on Tuesday (24 June) issued an order banning recreational sales and requiring a doctor's prescription for all retail purchases. The rule, which is set to take effect once published in the Royal Gazette, could happen within days. When it kicks in, the future of the billion-dollar industry will be uncertain. The sudden policy reversal has stunned those in the business. A dispensary employee in Bangkok said, "I feel a bit shocked because this is my main source of income. It's affecting me a little, actually, not just a little, it's really hitting me. And it will probably affect many shops; many shops are probably just as shocked because a lot of them invested heavily." For more on Thailand's push to recriminalise cannabis, read here. Singaporeans are being urged to defer non-essential travel to areas in the Middle East amid escalating regional tensions. Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim issued the advisory on 25 June at Changi Airport, explaining that the authorities are concerned over the escalating tensions in the region. His remarks followed recent disruptions to flight routes, including the cancellation of a Scoot flight from Jeddah on 23 June that left 43 returning haj pilgrims stranded. The group was eventually booked on an alternative flight via Malaysia Airlines and arrived safely back in Singapore on 25 June. He confirmed that all Singaporean haj pilgrims who performed the pilgrimage this year have safely returned home. Associate Professor Faishal, who was at the airport to welcome the final batch of returning haj pilgrims, also shared that Singaporean students studying in the Middle East, including Islamic universities in Jordan and Egypt, were stranded after booking their flights home. The Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (Muis) has since reached out and facilitated their return. For more on the travel advisory to the Middle East, read here. Thailand has approved a 1.75 billion baht (S$68.73 million) budget for the "Half-Half Thailand Travel" campaign, aimed at stimulating domestic tourism during the low season from June to September. Announced by Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong on Tuesday (24 June), the initiative is part of a larger 115 billion baht stimulus package endorsed on the same day. The campaign is expected to generate approximately 35 billion baht in tourism revenue through an additional 2.67 million additional domestic trips, and create an estimated 40,000 jobs between July and October. The campaign will offer 500,000 subsidised room nights, with each participant eligible to book up to five nights – at least two of which must be in secondary cities. In addition to subsidised accommodation, travellers will receive a 500 baht cash coupon per booking, redeemable at participating restaurants and tourist attractions after their check-in. This is intended to encourage spending in local economies and promote less-visited destinations. According to Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the initiative should attract at least 100,000 Thai participants. For more on Thailand's 'Half-Half' travel campaign, read here.
South China Morning Post
23-05-2025
- South China Morning Post
Man in Singapore pleads guilty to sexually abusing cat after being caught on camera
A 20-year-old man pleaded guilty on Friday to humping a cat in Singapore after he was caught on a neighbour's closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera. Besides admitting to the charge of doing an obscene act in public, the man also pleaded guilty to one count of hurting a 19-year-old classmate with special needs and another charge of harassing him. Another count of voluntarily causing hurt and two counts of theft will be considered when he is sentenced. The man cannot be named due to a gag order on the bully victim to protect his identity. Probation and reformative training reports were called to assess the accused's suitability for both sentencing options. Probation is a community rehabilitation sentence that does not result in a criminal record, while reformative training, which includes a period of detention, results in a criminal record.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
People Are Sharing The Things They Have Zero Sympathy For, And I Lowkey Agree
Naturally, all people are sympathetic beings, but many believe that not everyone fully deserves pity or a second chance. On the popular r/AskReddit subreddit, u/KineticClones asked users: "Who do you have no sympathy for?" Here are some answers that personify "you made your own bed, now lie in it." 1."People who are rude to servers. F*ck them. " —u/DisfavoredFlavored 2."People who were so terrible to their kids that now that they're older, they don't have a relationship with each other. The kind of people who act like their kids betrayed them and don't take responsibility for how things turned out." —u/potatoeater5555 3."Anyone who abuses animals. I worked at a shelter for three years, and the things I've just say some people don't deserve second chances." —u/SexyBunny_2 4."Influencers who post prank videos and run into the wrong person and get their ass kicked. FAFO" —u/YounomsayinMawfk 5."Cybertruck owners." —u/cyrustwo 6."Retired Bronx elementary school teacher here. All the parents who are suddenly shocked when their kids are nearly illiterate and become confrontational and disrespectful to their parents after ignoring the teacher's observations for years. I love it when they start singing a different tune when their children start behaving towards them the same way I endured when their children were small. Of course, the behavior of the crotch goblins is then blamed on a bad school system." —u/Responsible-Doctor26 7."People with no sympathy…until something affects them directly, then they're crying and asking for sympathy." —u/PresentationQuiet426 8."Family vloggers. You people SUCK. Exploiting your children (who can't consent) for money. To make money off your child is absolutely shameful." —u/winniethepoos 9."Bad management getting fired." —u/SomeGamer2001 10."People who play victim in situations they created." —u/After_Base4955 11."People who get a pet to practice for kids and then abandon the pet when they end up having kids." —u/RENOYES 12."People who say, 'I'm not mean, I'm just honest,' and they always say the rudest sh*t you've ever heard in your life." —u/sheburger2 13."Parents who refuse to vaccinate their kids then beg for money when preventable diseases strike." —u/mesakura_ch 14."People who drink and drive. "When I was about 11 or 12, I witnessed a bad accident on the highway. A drunk driver crossed the median and hit a minivan head-on. The screaming from the mom pinned in the passenger seat was horrific. Everyone else was either dead or dying. We saw it happen in front of us, and my dad stopped to help and told my sister and me to stay in his truck. I didn't listen. I remember the drunk driver getting out of his car and yelling, and a group of people had to hold him down because he was mad at the minivan for hitting him. The group that held him down was not gentle about it because most of them saw what had happened or were quickly aware. I've cut people out of my life if I find out they drink and drive at all." —u/iamacannibal 15."Religious individuals who attack non-religious people with questions like, 'If you don't believe in the Bible, what's stopping you from stealing and murdering all you want?' If the only thing stopping you from doing horrible things to other people is a book and fear of eternal damnation, you are a bad person at your core." —u/Coady54 16."People who willingly had a bunch of kids they can't afford. I do have sympathy for the kids, though." —u/Commercial_Place9807 17."Anyone who thinks people who take their lives are selfish. Mate, that's not the thought process of someone who's suicidal. It's about internal pain that hurts so much you can't live with it anymore. That, and thinking you are nothing but a burden to those you love and the entire planet. Thinking everyone is better off without you. It's f*cking hard, man." —u/meatpiensauce 18."My coworker who complains about money but then says he has to find a different second — I repeat, SECOND — storage facility because the rental got too expensive. And I want to scream at him, 'GET RID OF YOUR SHIT SO YOU WON'T NEED A SECOND STORAGE UNIT!!!!!!!!' Sorry, I needed to get that off my chest into the internet void." —u/RadRhubarb00 19."Any MF who voted for Trump and got fired from the federal government." —u/MwaslametryFEM 20."Healthcare CEOs and lobbyists." —u/bad_wolf1 21."Pokémon card scalpers. It's made for kids and collectors. Actually, any scalpers." —u/Paddy32 22."Any billionaire. Listen, I get that some people just want to live a luscious lifestyle off their millions, so I don't PARTICULARLY condemn them for not giving it away. But not a single MF needs a billion euros (1.1 billion USD for yanks) when people are starving and struggling. By all means, buy a mansion and a couple of Ferraris. It's still iffy, but whatever, we all dream of something. You have no excuse when it comes to a thousand million f*cking euros. That is hoarding resources and the epitome of selfish c*nt. Billionaires see starvation and chill with all those assets for themselves. I couldn't f*cking dream of it. Whenever I have a spare change, I give it to someone. These guys have SPARE LAND." —u/Dungeon_Master_Lucky 23."People who end their marriage and destroy their families because they're 'bored' or 'want to find themselves' or 'want to see what's out there' and then end up regretting the decision and being alone." —u/MagUnit76 24."Influencers." —u/Themissrebecca103 25."Myself. Shut up with the self-pity, stupid." —u/GodOfLostThings 26."People who can but won't, and expect others to pick up the pieces. Yes, I left that extremely vague, as it applies to almost everything in life." —u/irritated_illiop 27."Anyone who cheats on their spouse and it blows up in their face." —u/cottonmercer666 28."Man-children with little man syndrome who have no empathy for others." —u/JackedBrew906 29."Anti-vaxxers." —u/flemeth78 30."People who are intolerant of other cultures and the Dutch." —u/Bennevada 31."People who do really stupid things that any idiot could tell you are bad ideas, and then something bad happens, as expected." —u/MysterClark 32."People who intentionally push people's buttons, only to then play the victim." —u/yuanfen333 33."This is gonna be a hot take, but I don't have sympathy for middle classers who cry about billionaires 'pulling the ladder up' behind them when they do the same exact thing to people of a lower social class than them. I agree that the existence of billionaires is evidence of wage theft. Still, if you're middle class and you have unempathetic, borderline violent attitudes against poor people and people experiencing homelessness, you can get f*cked." —u/sugonmacaque What is something you have no sympathy for? Comment below! Note: Responses have been edited for length/clarity. Check out our members only hub to see all your member-exclusive content, announcements, and messages from our team.
