News 14/12
GP/Secondary
Rich countries get first dibs in the vaccine race. While many poor nations may be able to vaccinate at most 20 percent of their populations in 2021, some of the world’s richest countries have reserved enough doses to immunise their own multiple times over.Why we a re facing an unprecedented hunger crisis https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/covid-19-food-insecurity-crisis/?fbclid=IwAR1dZ3ICjWo_miGKUwrqP7g-QpHNnrJve3sv_vqZ9de2RpeBuZu0_u39ixY
SG: New flats for the elderly to be launched in February BTO exercise, with subscription to care services https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/bto-flats-elderly-bukit-batok-care-services-assisted-living-13742262?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR0JUZ_NdBgOFFhe6k30_Cz-5fRSKO-cMI_1O_Qu0qInTn2Qvbo8BV5AZkAGP/Secondary/Primary
For your next vacation, consider slow travel https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/videos/844357733056104/Our students need to learn more critical thinking skills https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/10/future-jobs-global-education-skills/https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/singapore-students-top-maths-science-rankings-for-second-consecutive-edition-of
Japanese libraries make borrowing safe https://www.facebook.com/nhkworld/videos/382307666394263/
The appeal of Uncle Roger is strongest amongst Asians https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/3112528/why-asians-love-youtube-star-uncle-roger-weve-all-got-one
5 Most powerful women in the world https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/videos/771112740415978/BTS is entertainer of the year https://www.facebook.com/time/videos/396124131807900/
Instead of a staycation, visit the Orient Express exhibition https://www.facebook.com/TheSmartLocal/videos/382910359653168/
Unravelling the sea dragon fossil https://www.facebook.com/bbcearth/videos/3959990854034441/
News 7/12
GP/Secondary/Primary
MOE unveils four main strategies to prepare students for post Covid-19 environment https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/moes-four-main-strategies-to-prepare-students-for-post-covid-19
No-kill protein, the Food of the Future? Alternative proteins, such as cultured meat, could pave the way for more sustainable food production and better food security. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/debrief-cultured-meat-may-be-food-for-the-future?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Cultured+meat%3A+No-kill+products+may+be+food+for+the+future&utm_content=05%2F12%2F2020
Don't poo-poo poo! The transplanted faecal matter may hold the secret to tackling aging; restores the patient's gut microbiome by introducing healthy bacteria. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/dont-sniff-at-poo-it-may-hold-secret-to-tackling-ageing
An interesting read: passive aggressive language is acceptable in Japanese culture https://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2020/12/01/language/how-to-complain-in-japanese/
Turning passion into art: paper kinetic sculptor https://www.facebook.com/todayonline/videos/686593915376090
Be a passionate environmentalist: meet HK's (possibly) youngest advocate https://www.facebook.com/scmp/videos/1104254550071242
News 30/11
GP/Secondary
The Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, was renamed the Ministry of Sustainability and Environment. What does this mean? Grace Fu: "All the streams that we are working on, whether it's food, whether it's waste, water or energy...we're looking at how to make more sustainable use of the resource." [with Video]https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/diversification-of-food-sources-cannot-be-only-strategy-in-the-face-of-global?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Diversification+of+food+sources+cannot+be+only+strategy+in+the+face+of+global+disruptions&utm_content=30%2F11%2F2020
The World Bank: how many people COVID could push into poverty https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/covid-19-global-poverty-inequality-un-economics-coronavirus-pandemic/?fbclid=IwAR136nWOJPz9GvxOcZZWVTmt2uKrvr2JovGkmSjUrT-nd7ipMzf6Hf2aff4
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7 Steps to Reducing Food Waste https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/08/food-waste-fao-world-hunger?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_scheduler&utm_term=Future+of+Food&utm_content=24/11/2020+02:00&fbclid=IwAR3TiRhgFxVBlwn9dBCe3VRQLX1FtwJR4WQ6vpPeO9gDcLDOZFlCqMuquyE
Farms in the rural area of Lim Chu Kang are welcoming more visitors as Singapore residents - unable to holiday overseas amid the COVID-19 pandemic - explore the country for new experiences. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/lim-chu-kang-farms-visitors-business-earnings-covid-19-13643068?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR12usAFvwGy5eZR_xxq3-xtMS42OSvfjteOH0yl1mvoCjAyU2Y2WxFqZgUThe smoking rate in SG has shrunk from 18.3 per cent in 1992 to 10.6 per cent in 2019, through a combination of legislative and public education efforts: regulations on tobacco advertising and multiple anti-smoking campaigns, raised minimum legal age, higher taxes on tobacco products etc. But authorities want to reduce smoking even more https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/in-focus-singapore-smoking-quit-second-hand-smoke-cigarettes-13643864?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR32Adiq8zuj-WNNWNM6ElyGwpu810KW2F4D4CriiKhNy1H99BUYTkv9xnk
Now you see it, now you don't: where did the stone slab go? https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/mysterious-monolith-in-us-desert-reportedly-disappears-13662242
Music Neuroscience: which is your happy song? https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/music-happiness-neuroscience.html
News 23/11
GP/Secondary
The effect of COVID-19 on business travel, according to Bill Gates. "My prediction would be that over 50% of business travel and over 30% of days in the office will go away," Gates said...The one downside of virtual meetings versus in-person events? The inability to meet new people. https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/bill-gates-pandemic-covid-coronavirus-work-travel-business-digital/Creativity key to competing with AI--here's how https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/ai-automation-creativity-workforce-skill-fute-of-work?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_scheduler&utm_term=Future+of+Work&utm_content=24/11/2020+07:00&fbclid=IwAR2L7BGTnh2eid4tshsBu0mOSLh7wRqKFr4c4iqKGWm4mk2mH85Wki1a5GQ
The rise of e-commerce and the end of retail? https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/robinsons-closing-singapore-department-stores-metro-ecommerce-13590876
GP/Secondary/Primary
Local brain bank receives first donations https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/local-brain-bank-receives-first-donations-of-brains-for-research?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=STFB&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1606024429The (Hong Kong Travel) Bubble has Burst https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-singapore-hong-kong-air-travel-bubble-launch-deferred-13609978
The elixir of youth is... oxygen? https://www.rt.com/news/507255-scientists-reverse-cellular-aging/
News 16/11
GP/Secondary
China-Led Trade Pact Is Signed, in Challenge to U.S. https://www.google.com.sg/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2020/11/15/business/china-trade-rcep.amp.html
The Formidable Milk Tea Alliance https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/milk-tea-alliance-thailand-hong-kong-taiwan-protest-prayut-china-13534668?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR2i4Xi3HyZdhp-fwAFT4WeyAXZCcLhznPbhWdxE2EvnwpIhwiM0Fg0k3lc
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Maggot therapy to start wriggling in 2021We can help to preserve eco-systems with bamboo https://www.facebook.com/ChannelNewsAsia/videos/374106343812504
(1) The beginning of a new chapter: SpaceX and NASA joins hands to launch US astronauts https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52818543
(2) Elon Musk's SpaceX launches second crew, regular station crew flights begin https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/spacex-launch-astronaut-crew-regular-station-flights-start-13564082?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR0mwQ8pdp2gSri5Chf8oDCzwW9AM20DIY9Ym5wQ4iygpOjtzWa0rfHOnUc
News 9/11
GP/Secondary
SG Pilot run to reopen certain nightlife establishments https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-nightlife-establishments-reopen-pilot-13480328
PSLE 2021 New-Scoring System and what it means https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/moe-releases-indicative-secondary-school-entry-points-under-new-psle?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=&utm_content=07%2F11%2F2020
Opinion: The perils of online learning https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/06/nyregion/nyc-remote-learning.html
Presidential concession speeches: 1960-2016. Each gracious, and very unlike anything we will see in 2020https://www.facebook.com/Channel4News/videos/716858052243677
GP/Secondary/ Primary
First ever vegan butchers is opening in the UK, located in London. What do meat-lovers think? https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/11/uk-london-vegan-butchers-food-consumption-world-vegan-day/?fbclid=IwAR1FFj-AIo-_-smOwq8kYgkLwdI5DDzTlNaHJ0ymtD-H57-iwA22iXvdhyAAsia is experiencing a much milder second wave of the coronavirus than Europe due to to civility, the public spirit of the people https://english.elpais.com/opinion/2020-10-30/why-asia-is-better-at-beating-the-pandemic-than-europe-the-key-lies-in-civility.html?ssm=FB_CC&fbclid=IwAR3CLWmlXGI6vxY1DgSTBIZbmgg9EYKVq4DURI1JoX2mJlzjk1qolSZKWTs
Agatha Christie goes to Bollywood https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-54806021
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Hermit crabs need more shells https://sg.style.yahoo.com/call-shell-donations-thailands-hermit-135344817.html
News 2/11
GP/Secondary
Type of thinking you’ll need to succeed in the future https://www.cnbc.com/2020/06/15/harvard-yale-researcher-future-success-is-not-a-specific-skill-its-a-type-of-thinking.html?__source=facebook%7Cmain&fbclid=IwAR3cZKBP0uO6-f4Y100vjM1N1Rh3ubUtErFSVO1HM_VX0FYf5R5ALZ3uZkQAmerica Votes
The Love—black eyed peas USA/Biden tribute. https://youtu.be/Jk7LPpY8pXM
CNN Live: all things elections related https://edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/election-results-and-news-11-04-20/index.html
GP/Secondary/ Primary
Breathonix Ptd Ltd. developed a breath test that can detect COVID-19 within a minute: https://news.nus.edu.sg/60-second-breath-test-to-detect-covid-19_20201026094346785/
Inspirational Leader: Fion heads a 9000-strong SG volunteer group (long, so 3 min is a good intro) https://www.facebook.com/TheRoyalSingapore/videos/767208970790227Sean Connery in memoriam https://www.theguardian.com/film/gallery/2020/oct/31/sean-connery-007-indiana-jones-career-pictures-james-bond
Turkey quake miracle: a 2 year old survives https://edition.cnn.com/2020/11/02/europe/turkey-earthquake-girl-rescue-intl-hnk/index.html
News 26/10
GP/Secondary
A Divided US Agrees on One Thing: Many People Want a Gun—many anticipate a civil war depending on election outcome
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/27/us/guns-2020-election.html?referringSource=articleShare
How the US Elects its President--An interactive guide https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2020/10/us-electoral-college-2020/index.html?shell
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SG Gov investing in low-carbon energy research https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/singapore-international-energy-week-low-carbon-research-13373396?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR0zqUCq_OPoy2bFckau6ozx676K6i4BZ6vHhlOzR480V0OaQJFe_njsbl4
Follow up last week--Singapore students familiar with global issues, but know less about world conflicts and economy: 2018 Pisa study https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/singapore-students-familiar-with-global-issues-but-know-less-about?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Singapore+students+familiar+with+global+issues%2C+but+know+less+about+world+conflicts+and+economy%3A+2018+Pisa+study&utm_content=23%2F10%2F2020
Doraemon exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore: https://www.straitstimes.com/life/arts/doraemon-invades-national-museum-of-singapore-for-an-instagram-fest?utm_campaign=STFB&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook
Slashing Shipping emissions--Swedish shipping company Wallenius Marine developing Oceanbird, propelled only by the wind. https://www.dezeen.com/2020/10/22/wallenius-marin-oceanbird-ship-wind-design/?fbclid=IwAR0S6p763km5t-6fM_PdoROJ-TknEQhU3GwLFDRP29ZIYYCPl13gay7pfGY
Meet the new burger king 2021 edition https://www.businessinsider.com/burger-king-new-stores-2021-food-lockers-conveyor-belts-burgers-2020-10
Passion vs Status/Wealth: which one would you choose? https://www.todayonline.com/gen-y-speaks/gen-y-speaks-i-chose-not-study-medicine-because-my-love-insects
Opinion: The pervasiveness of IT (read: Google) https://www.todayonline.com/commentary/its-googles-world-we-just-live-it
News 19/10
GP/Secondary
SG: Proposed $1,300 min wage--statistics vs reality https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/forum/how-can-anyone-survive-on-less-than-1300?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Forum%3A+How+can+anyone+survive+on+less+than+%241%2C300%3F&utm_content=21%2F10%2F2020
GP/Secondary/Primary
Singapore’s 15-year-olds came out tops (AGAIN) in the 2018 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) global competence study, beating those from 26 other countries. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/pisa-study-singapore-students-global-competence-assessment-13340186?cid=fbcna&fbclid=IwAR2Ot7IzqXx2HO4R6yh2LlIk2DEQuqoUpgp_3hfAnyTsOK04twtT8V-nD2Y
Follow Up to PISA ranking: Students in Singapore know more about issues like climate change and global warming but lack knowledge in other areas like international conflicts. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/parenting-education/singapore-students-familiar-with-global-issues-but-know-less-about?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Singapore+students+familiar+with+global+issues%2C+but+know+less+about+world+conflicts+and+economy%3A+2018+Pisa+study&utm_content=23%2F10%2F2020
Banksy's Show Me the Monet sells for 10 million https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/banksy-monet-artwork-10-million-sotheby-auction-london-13340110?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR3j1c8VtQ5gsTxFUN4AKu4DFXTww-FhvrSKggLXinoy5D3hNCu7mwfUGAI
The future of face masks--from monitoring vitals to translation technology
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-face-mask-high-tech-air-purifier-translation-app-health-13327992?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR2Hr7HpSXxK8Omt46UXtZDuCj09Mm8tEXqhUMxdVKQLXg1vKJ1q-dLhVtQ
Trace Together App or Token mandatory from Dec 2020 https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/checking-in-with-tracetogether-to-be-compulsory-at-public-venues-by-december?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=TraceTogether+check-ins+to+be+compulsory+at+public+venues+in+S%27pore+by+end-December&utm_content=21%2F10%2F2020
Laptops for every SG student--many things can go wrong https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/laptops-students-distraction-online-learning-13319666
New 12/10
GP/Secondary
How media marketing represents women perpetuates gender bias https://www.todayonline.com/voices/examine-how-women-are-represented-marketing-media-gender?fbclid=IwAR3QyaJt23B7HmzHRoEKbAI5T04osA_CjeX3su1PL86kOdMuNfKV-FN82pU
GP/Secondary/Primary
13 year old raises funds in aid of e-scooter accident victim https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/over-164000-raised-for-e-scooter-accident-victim-by-12-year-old-girl?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_PM&utm_term=13-year-old+girl+raises+over+%24164%2C000+for+e-scooter+accident+victim&utm_content=14%2F10%2F2020
New preferred norm in SG: 8 in 10 prefer working from home and flexibility https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/8-in-10-want-to-work-from-home-or-have-more-flexibility?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=8+in+10+in+Singapore+want+to+work+from+home+or+have+more+flexibility&utm_content=12%2F10%2F2020
The Environmental costs of 'Rush Shipping" [Video] and Amazon's new packaging ...for Halloween https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/13/tech/amazon-box-ar-app/index.html
The world's best desserts https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/world-50-best-desserts/index.html
What your favourite ice cream tells about you https://www.rd.com/list/hidden-personality-traits-revealed-ice-cream
Go on a Jurassic Park hunt https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/changi-jurassic-mile-airport-dinosaur-east-coast-park-connector-13253830
Kayne West on the Presidential campaign https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/kanye-west-focuses-on-religion-in-first-election-campaign-video-13270142
New 5/10
GP/Secondary
Gender equality in Singapore: can it be achieved? There are several factors to consider: https://www.todayonline.com/big-read/big-read-gender-equality-spore-remains-elusive-amid-entrenched-attitudes-about-womens-roles
Poll reveals most Americans distrust Trump administration, believe Trump acted irresponsibly https://edition.cnn.com/2020/10/05/politics/cnn-poll-coronavirus-trump/index.html?utm_medium=social&utm_term=link&utm_content=2020-10-06T05%3A31%3A06&utm_source=fbCNNi&fbclid=IwAR0r-x6qU694HePMZMa2BsAjLmysnZEZKC-2fcBPPmJZJYgP1rBG7ZUKNhs
BBC's take on Trump Covid: President downplays virus on leaving hospital https://www.bbc.com/news/election-us-2020-54427390
GP/Secondary/Primary
Soon, Iron Man mode of transport will be a reality https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews/videos/372128273923346
Phase 3 will be here soon. Are you ready? https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/government-working-towards-phase-3-singapore-will-remain-dorscon-orange-time-being-gan-kim
New 28/9
GP/Secondary
What are the UN's Sustainable Development Goals? Quick cheat sheets. https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/09/sustainable-development-impact-summit-un-sustainable-development-goals?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_scheduler&utm_term=Sustainable+Development&utm_content=24/09/2020+09:30&fbclid=IwAR14YUT0oRP99Y-4AucA4BFkcpfDXcdW6DXz0aYZroWlLjeF-0yos4gI8N8
AI application and how it can affect our jobs/mankind. Challenge: can you write better than this? https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/sep/08/robot-wrote-this-article-gpt-3
GP/Secondary/Primary
Should Singapore follow Hong Kong’s example and have voluntary COVID-19 mass testing for all? https://www.facebook.com/ChannelNewsAsia/videos/785916242225944
Interactive: How the World lost 1 million lives to COVID https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2020/09/coronavirus-one-million-lives-lost/index.html
Edible Gardens--Growing a Green SG [Bjorn Low] https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/growing-a-green-singapore?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Growing+a+green+Singapore&utm_content=27%2F09%2F2020
The joys of toys, and how wonderful it is to have them handcrafted with love!
https://www.facebook.com/scmp/videos/2756212877950562
The next time you log on to your SingPass, just scan your face 🙂 https://www.bbc.com/news/business-54266602
New 21/9
GP/Secondary
Review of gender equality issues--The review will be broadly categorised to address the mindset change needed and how to develop this from a young age. It will also tackle issues at home and examine the way women are thought about in the school and workplace, and tackle the need for equal opportunities and protection from sexual harassment, assault and workplace discrimination. The review will also examine issues in the community, like gender stereotyping and how women are addressed in the manner of speech or way of thinking, he said. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/singapore-to-conduct-review-of-womens-issues-to-inculcate-mindset-change-for-gender?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Singapore+to+conduct+review+of+women%27s+issues+to+bring+about+mindset+change+for+gender+equality&utm_content=21%2F09%2F2020
We've misunderstood what Darwin meant by "survival of the fittest" https://www.bbc.com/reel/video/p08rvzn8/why-our-understanding-of-survival-of-the-fittest-is-wrong
GP/Secondary/Primary
More households need food aid-- Elders and people living in rental flats remain vulnerable, but a new group is emerging that would not normally seek help https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/more-households-need-food-aid-including-younger-couples-and-private-property-dwellers?fbclid=IwAR23M9DCvg7O3Ay_EKe7KhLkRGNO5m-d_t7csE8PhB9V6yLJzfBTfsQTMAs
Trumps Net Worth Drops by $600m https://www.facebook.com/forbes/videos/991763037960155
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Would you live in an abandoned primary school? This man does 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/UNILADAdventure/videos/697335794196196/
Cute news of the week: Why bird nests aren't covered in poop https://www.facebook.com/Vox/videos/2401428593497329
New 14/9
GP/Secondary
How the pandemic has worsened gender gaps in the job economy, and what can be done https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/09/covid-19-gender-inequality-jobs-economy?fbclid=IwAR3RWgY8wa7hQsbvUvTecURrOV8l4RUMGuX5h4AOWRkUY3zfIOgE0bk8mhY
GP/Secondary/Primary
SG: Ramping up efforts in sustainability [Video] https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/environment/singapore-seeks-to-push-the-boundaries-on-sustainability?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Singapore+seeks+to+push+the+boundaries+on+sustainability%3A+Desmond+Lee&utm_content=14%2F09%2F2020
SG: Battling COVID burnout and fatigue--where there's not end in sight https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/battling-pandemic-fatigue-some-feel-burned-out-as-the-covid-19-outbreak-drags-on-with-no?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Battling+pandemic+fatigue%3A+Some+feel+burned+out+as+Covid-19+outbreak+drags+on+with+no+end+in+sight&utm_content=14%2F09%2F2020
Brain wave x exoskeleton; wearable cyborg to help people walk https://edition.cnn.com/2019/09/18/health/japan-cyberdyne-brain-wave-exoskeleton-wellness-scn-hnk-intl/index.html
Something fun--the history of fake blood [some can literally kill!] https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/2441282572840828
FREE forest sound from all around the world--to help you unwind :)) https://mymodernmet.com/sounds-of-the-forest-soundmap/?fbclid=IwAR3RWgY8wa7hQsbvUvTecURrOV8l4RUMGuX5h4AOWRkUY3zfIOgE0bk8mhY
New 7/9
GP/Secondary
Interesting look into why US police shoot multiple rounds at suspecthttps://edition.cnn.com/2020/08/26/us/why-police-shoot-so-many-rounds-trnd/index.html
SG: 9 high-tech farms awarded $40M to ramp up food production https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/nine-high-tech-farms-in-singapore-awarded-nearly-40-million-to-ramp-up-food-production?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Nine+high-tech+farms+in+Singapore+awarded+nearly+%2440+million+to+ramp+up+food+production&utm_content=10%2F09%2F2020
GP/Secondary/Primary
HBL highlights inequality and the great tech divide: Indonesian students climb trees and travel miles for wifi connection https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/05/world/asia/coronavirus-indonesia-school-remote-learning.html?campaign_id=7&emc=edit_MBAE_p_20200906&instance_id=21969&nl=morning-briefing®i_id=107636503§ion=longRead&segment_id=37546&te=1&user_id=ac09ab6ec1aae1474b024dc475bb37fb
I Am Greta--documentary at the Venice film festival [with video trailer] https://www.straitstimes.com/world/europe/greta-thunberg-says-venice-documentary-shows-her-real-self
Media Analysis: Why the new iPhone ad is ingenious https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/apples-latest-ad-is-a-hilarious-terrifying-look-at-why-privacy-matters-on-your-iphone.html
Handheld Mask--Trust the Japanese to invent this! https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/09/02/national/handheld-mask-coronavirus
A timely reminder for revision from Nobel Prize Winners https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/a-nobel-prize-winners-3-step-plan-to-master-any-subject.html
Primary
The woman with 1000 cats https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/2434698783499207
New 31/8
GP/Secondary
SG: The Future of Retail in a COVID Era https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/the-future-of-retail-in-a-covid-19-era-money-mind-13062480?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR0PeZjYE36dqBhTsJ8deHoeTFSGOoc2HkQUlZPBmtMfNnKKSQQ78eHTG08
Large Dips in Population Expected in China and India; but growth still expected in Africa https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/08/large-population-decline-expected-in-china-and-india?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social_scheduler&utm_term=China&utm_content=31/08/2020+02:00&fbclid=IwAR150v79Pp1M3KsH6_WN5n_RohMePE9dkSxhg_BitJwJD-XMR2DqoW37S2M
Chadwick Boseman will go down in history as a superhero, but not everyone who braves the same illness gets the same notice https://time.com/5884740/chadwick-boseman-obit/
GP/Secondary/Primary
Of Machine Learning, Algorithms and New Planets https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2020/08/25/does-astronomy-need-humans-an-algorithm-just-discovered-50-new-alien-planets-and-may-find-many-more/?utm_source=FBPAGE&utm_medium=social&utm_content=3637475435&utm_campaign=sprinklrForbesMainFB#55b59c4911fd
NEX cinema accident: observe the eyewitness accounts. Tip to Primary level story writers: telling the story from a different POV can make your plot more interesting https://mustsharenews.com/shaw-nex-accident/
The September holidays are coming! Here are some ideas to keep you busyhttps://www.timeout.com/singapore/things-to-do/the-best-things-to-do-in-singapore-in-september
Decorative manholes are also found in Orchard Road 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=1009416469479993
A Lego weaving machine that actually works! https://www.facebook.com/LEGOSingapore/videos/3649539348411985
Primary
A timely revision. Essay-writing: which point of view should you use? https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=3158577760921895
New 24/8
GP/Secondary
Speaker of Parliament, Tan Chuan Jin, sets the tone as Parliament opens https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/parliament/videos/tan-chuan-jin-addresses-mps-after-his-re-election-as-speaker-of-13048382?fbclid=IwAR1gJKVltUinmIEUS3mPhYeW_MhkaCYyOb6rg-ks6XT9nOrHgFajg7FlWKI
On the recent shooting of Jacob Blake, Kenosha Wisconsin #blacklivesmatter https://edition.cnn.com/2020/08/25/us/jacob-blake-kenosha-wisconsin-protests/index.html
Jeff Bezos first man worth USD200 billion; and the massive income inequality brought on by centibillionaires https://www.straitstimes.com/business/companies-markets/amazons-jeff-bezos-becomes-first-person-ever-worth-us200-billion?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_PM&utm_term=Amazon%27s+Jeff+Bezos+becomes+first+person+ever+worth+US%24200+billion&utm_content=27%2F08%2F2020
NZ judge sentenced white supremacist Brenton Tarrant to life in prison without parole for killing 51 Muslim worshipper https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/australianz/new-zealand-court-sentences-mosque-shooter-brenton-tarrant-to-life-imprisonment
GP/Secondary/Primary
Exams to go on with SDM: PSLE, N, O, A levels
The latest COVID rules—from travel to F&B https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/coronavirus-what-is-allowed-under-latest-adjustments-of-restrictions
There is hope for humanity: how a communal kitchen offers physical and emotional support for caregivers of cancer patients https://www.facebook.com/scmp/videos/394883611476988
While Singapore eases restrictions for travellers from New Zealand, New Zealand's advisory to residents remain unchanged. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/new-zealand-travel-advisory-singapore-travel-advisory-13043882
Primary
Philip Island is livestreaming its penguin parade every night: https://www.timeout.com/melbourne/news/phillip-island-is-livestreaming-its-penguin-parade-every-night-082420?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&cid=%7Emelbourne%7Enatsoc%7Efacebook%7Eechobox#Echobox=1598236516
New 17/8
GP/Secondary
The Docility Myth: Asian women's careers stunted by stereotypes around race, culture and gender https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200807-the-docility-myth-flattening-asian-womens-careers
Culture and Identity -- what makes us Singaporean https://www.facebook.com/RiceMedia.co/videos/770908216991494
SG Survey: COVID fatigue sets in https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/44-of-people-here-tired-of-rules-to-limit-virus-spread-survey
Benevolent sexism (presented as a comic): https://www.theguardian.com/books/2020/aug/13/benevolent-sexism-a-feminist-comic-explains-how-it-holds-women-back
GP/Secondary/Primary
More complain to CASE during COVID--lost deposits, cancelled travel and wedding plans etc. https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/spike-in-travel-delivery-complaints-amid-covid-19-pandemic-case?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Coronavirus%3A+Lost+deposits+for+cancelled+travel+and+wedding+plans+lead+to+spike+in+complaints%2C+says+Case+&utm_content=17%2F08%2F2020
New Law to protect consumers. It will cover events that were scheduled to be held on or after Feb 1 such as wedding banquets, business meetings or conferences. It also includes contracts for accommodation or entertainment related to tourism. https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/proposed-laws-will-protect-event-deposits-from-being-forfeited-but-do-not-mean-immediate
(1) New poll shows that Singaporeans are adjusting to WFH [with nice tables and graphs] https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/sporeans-are-adjusting-to-working-from-home-new-poll-shows
(2) Yet, more are stressed working from home--NUHS survey https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/more-work-from-homers-feel-stressed-than-front-line-workers-singapore-survey-on?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_PM&utm_term=Working+from+home+can+be+more+stressful+than+being+on+Covid-19+front+line%2C+mental+health+survey+finds&utm_content=19%2F08%2F2020
Tokyo's transparent public restrooms: https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2020/08/16/why-tokyos-new-transparent-public-restrooms-are-a-stroke-of-genius/?utm_campaign=forbes&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_term=Valerie/#76616c657269
Primary
Travelling between the 2 countries is a mere skip-and-hop away! https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/3131921293523570
Social distancing to now apply in haunted houses https://edition.cnn.com/travel/article/tokyo-drive-in-haunted-house-kowagarasetai/index.html
New 10/8
GP/Secondary
On the SG Economy:
(1) Singapore recession deepens: Weak economy, high uncertainty mean hard adjustments [quite a comprehensive but digestible look into the factors and projections involved] https://www.straitstimes.com/business/economy/weak-economy-high-uncertainty-mean-hard-adjustments?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Singapore+recession+deepens%3A+Weak+economy%2C+high+uncertainty+mean+hard+adjustments&utm_content=12%2F08%2F2020GP/Secondary/Primary
Power Tower of Renewable Energy https://www.facebook.com/7746841478/posts/10157329071566479/?vh=e&d=n
Travel to all 47 Prefectures in Japan...virtually https://www.timeout.com/tokyo/news/see-all-japans-47-prefectures-in-130-seconds-via-this-stunning-tourism-video-080720
Domestic travel is touted the next best thing to boost a country's economy: would this work for Singapore? https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/tourism-covid-19-thailand-indonesia-malaysia-12999590
Plastic bags: can we do better in Singapore to encourage less waste? https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/singapore-plastic-bag-charge-ban-waste-recycle-reuse-pollution-12989408
Primary
Breakfast across continents: which is your favourite? Interesting ones include eel soup, clotted cream 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/greatbigstory/videos/884392342049551
New 3/8
GP/Secondary
Pritham Singh's salary donation fiasco--a summary: https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/wp-chief-pritam-singh-clarifies-that-he-will-donate-half-his-salary-increase-not-half-his?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=&utm_content=01%2F08%2F2020
On generational labelling and envy--a revision for Secondary students https://www.todayonline.com/gen-y-speaks/gen-y-speaks-why-i-dont-turn-green-envy-when-those-around-me-do-well
GP/Secondary/Primary
WHO—no silver bullet amid vaccine for COVID-19 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-53643455
SG: suicide numbers among those aged 10 to 29 remain a concern, with 94 cases in 2019 - the same as in 2018 https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/number-of-suicides-in-2019-did-not-decline-compared-with-2018-youth-suicides-still-a?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_PM&utm_term=Youth+suicides+still+a+concern%2C+with+94+cases+last+year+and+in+2018&utm_content=03%2F08%2F2020
Botanic boom in SG as more turn to plants and gardening to relief COVID-related stress https://www.straitstimes.com/lifestyle/home-design/covid-19-has-led-to-a-botanic-boom-in-singapore-as-more-people-become-plant?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Covid-19+has+led+to+a+botanic+boom+in+Singapore+as+more+people+become+plant+parents+to+relieve+stress&utm_content=01%2F08%2F2020
The challenges of raising Singapore's recycling rate: what happens to that plastic bottle after you toss it in the recycling bin?https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1387037805019431
Is the world's easiest language Korean? https://www.facebook.com/nasdaily/videos/1953023614833501
Nike's marvellous ad 🙂 https://www.indy100.com/article/new-nike-advert-you-cant-stop-us-sport-watch-video-9649651
Take a peek at an undewater museum https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/travel/underwater-museum-great-barrier-reef-art-sculpture-12982524
New 27/7
GP/Secondary
Thailand might be the 1st SEA country to legalise same-sex marriage https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/thailand-civil-partnership-lgbtiq-gender-equality-discrimination-12954614
GP/Secondary/Primary
SG Politics--The duties and privileges of leader of the opposition https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/parliament-sets-out-duties-and-privileges-of-leader-of-the-opposition-pritam-singh
Bill and Melinda Gates speak up for the WHO https://www.facebook.com/forbes/videos/987503195026403/?vh=e
5 things you need to know about a COVID vaccine https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/covid-19-vaccine-5-things-you-need-to-know-coronavirus-12950566
Working from home and why it’s good and bad for one’s health https://theconversation.com/thinking-about-working-from-home-long-term-3-ways-it-could-be-good-or-bad-for-your-health-141374
North Korea reports its first COVID-19 case and declares emergency state https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/jul/26/kim-jong-un-conveys-urgent-meeting-after-suspected-case-of-covid-19
The Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 hangs in the balance https://www.japantimes.co.jp/opinion/2020/07/24/commentary/world-commentary/covid-19-isnt-crisis-facing-olympics
Primary
(p5/6 hiroshima revision) This week, Hiroshima's anniversary reminds us that even as war is long over, the effects it has on the people will always remain https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/08/01/national/history/hiroshima-nagasaki-atomic-bomb-legacyWe have a whopper of a list this week! Just in time for the school holidays 🙂
New 20/7
GP/Secondary
Minimum Wage vs Progressive Wage--which is better for SG? https://mothership.sg/2020/07/minimum-wage-progressive-wage-model-differences/?fbclid=IwAR2w3Dp_QmMsPQei4iFD2bsvGISPF9T3qoTQtnnuhQYNBTL4FGnwtQ5t3e8
How safe distancing changed businesses...But might not work for all businesses (long read) https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/covid-19-mixed-picture-fb-retail-outlets-phase-2-reopening-some-brink-closure-others
Tharman: GE2020 outcome good for SG; a new balance in politics https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/outcome-of-ge2020-good-for-singapore-reflects-desire-for-new-balance-in-politics-says?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=Outcome+of+GE2020+good+for+Singapore%2C+reflects+desire+for+new+balance+in+politics%2C+says+Tharman&utm_content=20%2F07%2F2020
GP/Sec/Pri
COVID impacts--10 million kids may never return to school https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/covid-19-10-million-children-risk-not-going-to-school-12926364?fbclid=IwAR2Lg2vv0MEBO_osG4KXBMybXSCE7RuV_7dHoD6OMf3v5LfAqRJd3JCRUV8
How safe distancing changed businesses:
1. upgrade the technology, so you still sound awesome at the karaoke https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/07/18/business/tech/karaoke-japan-masks
2. changed seating format https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/movie-magic-as-paris-turns-the-seine-into-open-air-cinema-12944754
Why I stay home despite Phase 2 [this resonates] https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/coronavirus-covid-19-phase-2-singapore-how-safe-go-out-aircon-12940348?fbclid=IwAR0eRY3DkSnzzKr6uC7Br-AprFA2Y5wxq-PQDk-h5QFnxv72E7B9mmAaiDU
(1) NUS suspends dentistry student (whom courts let off) https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/nus-student-strangled-ex-girlfriend-suspended-dentistry-12946606?cid=fbcna
(2) MHA to review penalty framework: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/nus-student-strangling-case-penalties-offender-shanmugam-12949912?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR0IVhbIKiICrA2WJQCWjUHh_OvUQAAtx9DiTJzrK0-oC57NbL5kTa_3edk
117 new emoji later this year https://cnalifestyle.channelnewsasia.com/trending/apple-new-emoji-bubble-tea-ninja-ios-iphone-2020-12940156?fbclid=IwAR1LjCh4l4g4fJuE0ocHaMsnV7gkUlu-PPqvboxmdjMrac1Zww22ARY8VE0
Jaw-dropping dip in fertility rates globally https://www.bbc.com/news/health-53409521?fbclid=IwAR0ffvkti7yb8xA2UZ94pdhN7-L_5qXw2SoLoo0AMBvIMoF9qa5Hynw3OyM
NLB removes Chinese-language children book for review after library user complains it is racist https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/nlb-removes-chinese-language-children-book-for-review-after-library-user-complains-it-is?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=NLB+removes+Chinese-language+children+book+for+review+after+library+user+complains+it+is+racist&utm_content=20%2F07%2F2020
Just for fun: test your vocab skills! https://www.merriam-webster.com/word-games/vocabulary-quiz
Everyone should practice mindfulness; it's a first step to a better society https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6T02g5hnT4
Driverless taxis: will they be coming to Singapore soon? What repercussions does it have? https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/07/autonomous-vehicles-taxi-mobility
New 13/7
GP/Secondary
GE2020 That Feeling called Hope—a first-time voter’s perspectivehttps://www.ricemedia.co/current-affairs-ge-2020-feeling-called-hope/
GE2020 results a repudiation of bullying tactics in politics https://www.facebook.com/100000095104891/posts/3405198629493274/?d=n
Gentler, kinder politics emerging in SG https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/ge2020-shows-a-new-political-culture-of-a-kinder-and-gentler-politics-is-emerging-says-chan?utm_source=emarsys&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ST_Newsletter_AM&utm_term=GE2020+shows+a+new+political+culture+of+a+%27kinder+and+gentler+politics%27+is+emerging%2C+says+Chan+Heng+Chee&utm_content=16%2F07%2F2020
Dangers of obsessing over the politicians: https://www.ricemedia.co/current-affairs-ge-2020-stop-stanning-politicians-not-celebrities/
Hong Kong protests and security laws explained [8 min video]GP/Secondary/Primary
17 ways technology could change the world by 2025Uber ride sharing might shake up Japan's economy https://www.timeout.com/tokyo/news/uber-is-finally-available-in-tokyo-after-six-years-in-japan-070620
Sony's wearable air con is finally here! https://mothership.sg/2020/07/sony-wearable-air-con/
Retail therapy is now all inclusive https://www.timeout.com/tokyo/news/in-photos-see-the-new-uniqlo-park-megastore-in-yokohama-featuring-an-outdoor-park-062520
Robots to replace manpower in Tokyo's convenience storeshttps://www.japantimes.co.jp/life/2020/07/08/food/remote-controlled-robots-familymart-konbini/
New 6/7
GP/Secondary
Move over Zoom. Virtual Reality might be the next step at work and in schoolhttps://www.cnbc.com/2020/07/04/virtual-reality-usage-booms-in-the-workplace-amid-the-pandemic.html
As GE2020 looms this week, here are some of the issues that surfaced for all parties to address: https://www.straitstimes.com/politics/singapore-ge2020-6-key-election-issues-from-jobs-covid-19-to-population
GE2020: one opinion on why opposition voice matters https://www.facebook.com/sudhir.vadaketh/videos/10158371315910944/
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Top Futurist shares 3 scenarios facing countries in relation to how the coronavirus pandemic will play out https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2309723212656082
Update on sustainability and the fashion industry. How to make your wardrobe sustainable, according to a fashion expert. https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/videos/2537078546622339/
Minister Ong Ye Kung on schools, Covid-19 and more | 20 Questions By 20 People In Their 20s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3oU6CYb6vU
New 29/6
GP/Secondary
SG, have we forgot about Dorscon Orange? https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/covid-19-crisis-fatigue-we-forgot-about-dorscon-orange?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=STFB&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1593340238
Post COVID, GE2020 sets technological precedents in many areas https://www.todayonline.com/big-read/big-read-not-fought-streets-cyber-space-covid-19-enforced-digital-ge-will-be-no-other
Commentary: China’s ‘charm offensive’ has become rather charmless https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/commentary/china-diplomacy-australia-trade-us-india-belt-road-xi-trump-12880762?cid=FBcna
Actress Jameela Jamil spoke to BBC HARDtalk on having no filter, dealing with racism and taking on the fashion industry. (Oct 2019) https://www.facebook.com/bbcnews/videos/1849234498555635/?vh=e
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Design and architecture: What post-pandemic homes will look like https://cnaluxury.channelnewsasia.com/obsessions/how-singapore-homes-will-look-like-post-pandemic-12868620?cid=FBcna
Explainer Comic for GE2020--key facts you need to know https://newnaratif.com/comic/nn-explains-sg-general-elections/share/una.xvefgrayl/9e38831cc31341d5b586f67866fc9cbf/?fbclid=IwAR1gt-FTVpJkjgZ_MxONl1-Aea4MpIt40HLoGNzMZjlYm444NDFNST2mynI
British School tests kids for racial bias https://www.facebook.com/Channel4/videos/283871159394683/
Primary
Get a degree in Ninja studies https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/ninja-studies-degree-japan-mie-university-iga-a9588006.html
On the heels of #blacklivesmatter comes Pixar's new animation, Soul https://www.syfy.com/syfywire/pixar-soul-sneak-peek-black-representation
New 22/6
GP/ Secondary
A blueprint for China’s proposed security law for Hong Kong, revealed that Beijing plans to set up an agency in the territory to “collect and analyze” intelligence and to handle certain cases.The Danger with Quick Fixes--The Health Sciences Authority (HSA) issued an alert about three weight loss products that were found to have potent medicinal ingredients.Shanmugam--everyone must bear 'individual responsibility' as economic activity continues despite COVID https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-phase-2-economic-activity-shanmugam-in-conversation-12857280
The competition heats up for online chats: Google Meet features noise cancelling feature https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidphelan/2020/06/10/google-meet-switches-on-jaw-dropping-feature-to-beat-zoom--microsoft-teams/#6ed5dd1e32ba
Media bias: A tale of two cities: how news can be construed either way"What a waste to throw away 250,000 eggs" vs "oversupply of eggs causes a problem... the eggs had gone bad"
http://theindependent.sg/netizens-angry-that-250000-eggs-thrown-away-due-to-oversupply/
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Japanese supercomputer is top in the world https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/22/technology/japanese-supercomputer-fugaku-tops-american-chinese-machines.html?campaign_id=7&emc=edit_MBAE_p_20200622&instance_id=19616&nl=morning-briefing®i_id=107636503§ion=whatElse&segment_id=31571&te=1&user_id=ac09ab6ec1aae1474b024dc475bb37fb
New 15/6
GP/ Secondary
On Systemic Racism: https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/06/why-systemic-racism-is-not-just-an-american-problem?fbclid=IwAR1vkHdBEteIbco4Ac_iRA2KD9uCvhI4sx7ekaERhngvW-CpMY4qQMOgBbw
Singlish phrases you are probably less familiar with: https://thesmartlocal.com/read/singlish-words-phrases
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Around the World--what restaurants look post-COVID: https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/articles/how-restaurants-are-changing-post-coronavirus/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=link-coronavirus&fbclid=IwAR3fqZ3vRapJkeYs7Q9On0oQj3o2ExvTyk07ay4-PUv1IzNGoXIAVnFdeco
Fun-Inspired Face Shields: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-coronavirus-thailand-face-shield-12829860?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR3L8gLjq625mjIRWxeLuh3rZ8peOu1pXVdkVT_jKPD3jzmngVVnBpNXuFA
The 94 year old theme park that will make way for Harry Potter [For Secondary students, is this an example of modernisation at the expense of culture or identity?] https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2020/06/13/business/toshimaen-close-harry-potter-theme-park-2023
Marketing--the new economy calls for new ways to attract new customers: https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/ntuc-income-launches-micro-policies-less-s1-insurance-premiums-can-be-paid-while-jogging
New 8/6
GP/ Secondary
Misunderstanding Singapore: What the world gets wrong about the small, economic powerhouse—and its response to the pandemic.Post-COVID Cities Reimagined. CNA asked leading urban planning and design experts around the region - in Singapore, Bangkok, Manila, Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta - for their ideas and aspirations for greener, more equitable and resilient cities, once the coronavirus challenge is overcome. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/asia/covid-19-greener-cleaner-cities-urban-planning-southeast-asia-12783362?fbclid=IwAR1lgxp8TBCJP1SaQykPEixhQV0VvyaDXr4bn_vSzmMMStwktOTW_ZQRtpA
Perspective: Why George Floyd shouldn't be martyred [Video]: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?v=273957870461345&ref=watch_permalink
From some time back: Trevor Noah interviews Bill Gates on USA's readiness to deal with pandemics https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=255278502345712
Are there measures we can adopt or have adopted from Japan? https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2020/jun/06/contact-tracing-japan-coronavirus-covid-19-patients-social-etiquette
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Grammar nerds: "who" versus "whom" https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/comma-queen-to-whom-it-may-concern?fbclid=IwAR0loxU7k8KIjXYon5kc8GMVW0nrkgilLvklsMwk0oWWLIt70c73njvTUJo
Primary
As the world restarts, an adrenaline-packed vacation awaits- Lotte World in Busan, S Korea https://www.klook.com/en-SG/blog/lottes-magic-forest-busan/
- Universal Studios in Beijing, China -- it will be the largest in the world https://mothership.sg/2020/06/universal-studios-theme-park-beijing/
New 1/6
GP/ Secondary
Updates on George Floyd's murder--officials charged, with heightened charge to chief aggressor; autopsy revealed that Floyd had COVID-19 weeks before death... https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/us/live-george-floyd-protests-today.html?campaign_id=7&emc=edit_MBAE_p_20200603&instance_id=19062&nl=morning-briefing®i_id=107636503§ion=topNews&segment_id=30013&te=1&user_id=ac09ab6ec1aae1474b024dc475bb37fb#link-1f8001df
In tandem with George Floyd, blackfacing/racism exists subconsciously in SG (even in elite schools). So, while racism is hard to completely eradicate, being sensitive to those around us is a good start. https://www.asiaone.com/digital/former-ri-student-apologises-after-getting-outed-group-blackface-photo-2016
All that went wrong: how the CDC choked in response to COVID--old technology, poor data, slow bureaucracy, confused guidance and an administration in disagreement: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/us/cdc-coronavirus.html?campaign_id=7&emc=edit_MBAE_p_20200603&instance_id=19062&nl=morning-briefing®i_id=107636503§ion=topNews&segment_id=30013&te=1&user_id=ac09ab6ec1aae1474b024dc475bb37fb
How the pandemic is putting more girls at risk of child marriage https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/05/coronavirus-early-child-marriage-covid19-pandemic?fbclid=IwAR17M5XKszrlH0CEuyDDvUCmkIGsH4xe9h5mXvs_2ugLDyHvE_K55HO4aVU
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
SG: Laws in force during Circuit Breaker and beyond: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-laws-in-force-indefinitely-post-circuit-breaker-12796290?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR3SQ0mnQFaIUbWoMMQ2VMrchtK8pGSUGClrsifJA_jyT5M3wvi4p-r6vbU
SG: MOE to review merging online learning and physical classrooms
'We totally understand home-based learning and digital online learning cannot substitute classroom learning. But having forced ourselves to do this for a whole month, we also learned how to do it better, and that there are certain strengths in online learning that actually, classroom learning does not have"~Minister Ong Ye Kung https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-schools-classroom-digital-online-home-based-learning-12795720?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR3ddVUNO5J7xKTcY4tsdO39Y4PKLbDQHj441NkE4JNGuBXmKcBvtCOu6go
When George Floyd became the latest victim to die under the hands (or kness) of a white policeman in Minneapolis, #blacklivesmatter again. In a rare show of solidarity, Adidas tweeted Nike's ad to raise awareness on racism. https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/business/nike-dont-do-it-racism-george-floyd-killing-minnesota-12788034
White supremacist channel on Telegram incites racism and violence at George Floyd's protests https://www.businessinsider.com/white-supremacist-telegram-channel-encourages-violence-george-floyd-protests-2020-6?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=sf-bi-main&utm_medium=social&fbclid=IwAR2_Go1-s2X_I0x_Q0_JTf-TVGFWGXBZG9CRouT5oIK0hq5uJnCB5QbBAHY
The first SpaceX rocket carrying astronauts launched into space. The last time NASA sent an astronaut was in 2011.
Video for Primary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAtjTawE5KA
Commentary for GP/Secondary: https://www.theverge.com/2020/5/30/21269703/spacex-launch-crew-dragon-nasa-orbit-successful
New 25/5
GP/ Secondary
What is the right way to leave a lockdown? The Economist; video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Lm4pwFl_Ag&fbclid=IwAR2a1OWG00HYV_hTeDxUWmnpOT_GgWYFHxqLGx1NV3mo27L6W1hIU8K5LsA
Have we reached the peak of Globalisation? Where do we go from here? https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/05/deglobalization-glovalization-coronavirus-covid19-international-pandemic/?fbclid=IwAR3ggm1D7PDC9gIjEHquuPKY9Ah3oG3IgHYgASTgtbrugTSEbJ0Kq4dsegI
The psychology of reopening social borders: what schools and parents can do: https://www.raftpsychology.com/news/gyid0efdmvfmjw4r9xxly04rwrjd0o
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
SG: the case for universal digital access. “But the longer-term issue we must now address is what will happen after the pandemic is over? Will students have to return the loaned devices, or can we now conceive of a world where digital access becomes a universal necessity provided as a public good?”
Primary
Meet the Janus cathttps://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/kitten-two-faces-cat-oregon-us-a9529841.html
The floating hotel that was doomed from the start: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=691193798323421
For manga fans: how to draw Totoro: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2020/05/12/entertainment-news/studio-ghibli-anime-how-to-draw#.XsuGXBMzY1I
New 18/5
GP/ Secondary
Why responsibility must come before freedom in Singapore’s fight against Covid-19: https://www.todayonline.com/commentary/why-responsibility-must-come-freedom-singapores-fight-against-covid-19
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
Looking towards lifting circuit breaker suspensions. Activities and the risks involved; risk is not binaryGerman cafe makes patrons wear pool noodle hats for social distancing... a new trend? https://matadornetwork.com/read/german-cafe-reopens-makes-customers-wear-pool-noodles-hats/
6 Simple Fixes to Work More Comfortably From HomeThe 2 Sides of SG--from the perspective of a food delivery rider https://www.ricemedia.co/culture-people-two-sides-singapore-food-delivery-rider/
Faster testing and cure for COVID in SG
1. test kits in an hour https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/new-singapore-developed-test-kit-can-tell-within-hour-if-someone-has-had-covid-19
2. drug trials that might work? https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/health/patients-in-spore-with-severe-covid-19-enrolled-in-drug-trials
New 11/5
GP/ Secondary
[Long Read] Australia pushes for COVID-19 investigation--Middle-power countries in Europe and Asia have forged new bonds based on what they have learned from the pandemic: that the risks of China’s authoritarian government can no longer be denied, and that the U.S. cannot be relied on to lead.
[Long Read] All across the US is seeing a rush to reopen, but scientists flag risks of COVID comeback--a good overview of the US situation as at 11 May 2020
How Costa Rica flattened the curve--good video comparing CR and NYC. So many parallels between CR and SG--but for the dormitory situations
WEF video: https://www.facebook.com/worldeconomicforum/videos/364946074480925/
With the World distracted, The Amazon rainforest continues to burn: https://www.scmp.com/news/world/americas/article/3083623/world-distracted-amazon-rainforest-continues-burn?fbclid=IwAR2SyT5OODXWXjp6rVQyI5tWDsT3_nLM0wfdmUXzkWFjzEzcL_Zx03lVeVY
A novel that reflects the trends in S Korea: that looking good (and the ability to look good) is synonymous with social mobility: https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2020/05/09/books/book-reviews/if-i-had-your-face-review#.Xri1jBMzY1I
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
For a laugh: Which Zoom caller are you?
https://www.facebook.com/Austindanielbrown/videos/3045256568872210/UzpfSTY2OTkyNTMyNDoxMDE1ODAyMTI1MzQ0MDMyNQ/
Adopt a good sitting position for online lessons and work at all times: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200508-how-to-work-from-home-comfortably-ergonomic-tips-covid-19
Maintain a healthy lifestyle: we don't need as much protein as we consume (or think we do): https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20180522-we-dont-need-nearly-as-much-protein-as-we-consume
Indian hospital uses robots to screen coronavirus patients: https://www.businessinsider.sg/india-coronavirus-robot-uses-thermal-camera-to-take-temperature-2020-5?utm_source=linkedin.com&utm_campaign=sf-bi&utm_medium=social&r=US&IR=T
Primary
P3/4 Media Studies revision: Remember the robot dog? We have one here in Singapore! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=276326386736974
News 4/5
GP/ Secondary
Leaked US doc reveals Republican campaign to blame COVID on China: https://www.politico.com/news/2020/04/24/gop-memo-anti-china-coronavirus-207244
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
SG: Distribution of new and improved masks
China media releases Lego animation mocking the US
What's in a name? Pronouncing Elon Musk's baby's name
The Environment: (a) The ozone can be reversed and healed -- this was only over a span of two months! Though it is thought to be unrelated to less pollution under COVID measures, do you think it also contributed to this phenomenon? Is there anything else humans can do to help?https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/world/arctic-circle-ozone-hole-closed-up-united-nations-12694850
(b) Upcycling coffee beans into car parts? Ingenious! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=2620898671561324
Sneak a peek in a COVID-19 testing lab. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&v=550645142491304
PrimaryNow that the holidays are upon us, here are some cut-out paper building templates for kids to print out, color, and fold to create paper cities. Time to get creative 🙂
https://www.demilked.com/architecture-from-home-foster-partners/
News 27/4
GP/ Secondary
Media/ Policy: Changing the COVID-19 testing criteria means a more accurate reflection of confirmed cases, but it also means the actual numbers may not be coming down after all https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/some-foreign-worker-dormitories-changing-covid-19-diagnostic-12677140SG Education: The sad truth about HBL and the digital divide https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/cnainsider/home-based-learning-rental-flat-low-income-covid19-12685142?cid=fbcna
SG Law/ Doxing: Terence Siow gets 2 weeks jail for molesting woman on train (recap for previous lesson on Character and Grades): https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/nus-student-terence-siow-molest-train-appeal-jail-probation-12678476?cid=telegram_cna_social_28112017_cnaGP/ Secondary/ Primary
Economics: Lean times ahead...SG faces a recession in 2020 https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/covid-19-economy-singapore-will-enter-recession-2020-mas-review-12683096?cid=FBcna&fbclid=IwAR1lJand_7KfRvTqRfORFepw7u9P14fiMX_y1tYGlv4AiiFv7wmaVWe1DLo
Education: Chinese kids return to school with 1-metre hats to practise social distancing https://www.goldthread2.com/culture/coronavirus-chinese-students-hats-social-distancing/article/3081768?fbclid=IwAR0TqiNM7GvbKSjl34xdRGJwYEMYEyFtO7dU9dLcammudRnT-ZYnXwY6rZc
Food: Impossible Burgers are coming to a supermarket near you [real] soon https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/24/impossible-foods-cfo-david-lee-on-expansion-into-more-us-grocery-stores.html
COVID/ US: (a) Protest in the US: https://www.facebook.com/NowThisPolitics/videos/516037812407183/
(b) Trump suggests disinfectant as cure for COVID-19: https://www.straitstimes.com/world/united-states/trumps-suggestion-that-disinfectants-could-be-used-to-treat-coronavirus-prompts?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=STFB&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1587783015
(c) Trump argues that his remark on using disinfectant as a cure is sarcastic: https://www.straitstimes.com/world/united-states/trump-says-his-remarks-on-using-disinfectant-in-peoples-bodies-were-sarcastic
News 18/4
GP/ SecondaryEducation: A long but interesting read about online learning, how parents are coping, and the considerations different governments make when it comes to reopening schools
WHO and Funding: As the largest contributor to WHO at 20%, US President Trump came under fire for suspending funding during this critical period. Where does WHO usually get its funding from? Read on.
https://www.foxnews.com/world/world-health-organization-money
Food wastage: perhaps it is time to change the modus operandi, but is there anything we can do to help as consumers?https://www.todayonline.com/big-read/big-read-short-what-global-supply-chain-shock-means-spore-consumers
Food waste as restaurants closed during COVID https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-nw-nyt-coronavirus-food-waste-20200413-x5n6sbmrh5an3cilo6hxozrkj4-story.html
Homelessness: How can you return home when there is no straightforward answer to the question of where home is? Evacuations from college campuses, shelter-in-place orders, and travel restrictions have forced people to decide where they will hunker down for the long haul. But a significant minority of students do not have a place to go. Foster youth, LGBTQ+ individuals living in hostile home environments, and international students are particularly vulnerable.
Science/ Tech: SMU and SIT use AI to deter cheating in online exams (privacy concerns?): https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/education/coronavirus-smu-uses-artificial-intelligence-to-deter-cheating-in-online-exams?utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=STFB&utm_source=Facebook#Echobox=1587637602
GP/ Secondary/ Primary
One World: Together At Home Special is a tribute to healthcare workers worldwide. The article is a summary of what happens. https://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-52333890
Watch it here in full https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87-ZFjLfBAQ
COVID in SG: What's involved in converting the SG Expo into a community hospital https://www.facebook.com/WoodlandsHealthCampus/videos/230802318127598/?vh=e&d=n