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2 MEN FROM THE “FAKE POLICE” THAT CHASED S’PORE CAR IN JB, ARRESTED BY REAL POLICE

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2 MEN FROM THE “FAKE POLICE” THAT CHASED S’PORE CAR IN JB, ARRESTED BY REAL POLICE

THe Malaysian police have arrested two men for impersonating police officers and chasing a car that was driving from Singapore to Genting Highlands, following a viral video posted online about the incident that caused concern amongst both Singaporeans and Malaysians.

The police chief of Johor, Kamarul Zaman Mamat, officially confirmed on June 6th that two Malaysian males, aged 43 and 48, were apprehended during a police operation conducted at 6 pm on June 5th.

Kamarul Zaman disclosed that one of the individuals under suspicion is a government employee but refrained from providing any further specifics. Furthermore, it was revealed that one of the detained men had a previous conviction relating to drug offenses, as documented in police records.

Throughout the operation, law enforcement seized a Honda City automobile and various items including a portable beacon light, reflective vest, torch light, and headlight.

If proven guilty, the two suspects could potentially face a maximum penalty of two years’ imprisonment, a monetary fine, or both. Moreover, if charged under the Customs Act, they might be subject to imprisonment for a period ranging from six months to five years, in addition to a financial penalty.

Currently, it remains uncertain whether a third arrest has taken place; however, there are indications that another individual was present in the vehicle alongside the two detained men.

The person who recorded the video footage advised fellow motorists not to halt on the expressway if they encounter a similar situation.

Recap

The incident occurred when the perpetrators targeted a driver traveling from Singapore to Genting Highlands. The matter came to the attention of the Kulai police department after a video capturing the incident was widely circulated on social media and subsequently reported on Monday, June 5th.

The location of the incident is believed to be the North-South Highway near the Sedenak exit in Kulai, located in the state of Johor. Acting police chief superintendent Yusof Othman provided details about the video, which was uploaded on Facebook by the account owner named Freeman Gan WT. The video shows Gan being pursued by a car carrying individuals posing as policemen.

According to Yusof Othman, the suspects are three unidentified men who were wearing face masks and used blue beacon lights on their vehicle. They also made hand gestures to signal the victim to stop his car.

In his Facebook post, Freeman Gan WT mentioned that he initially believed the pursuers were genuine police officers due to the presence of flashing blue lights on their car. The incident occurred around 5:40 am in Kulai while Gan was driving with a friend towards Genting Highlands.

He noticed a car tailing them and, at around 37 kilometers, found the same car next to his with flashing blue lights. He assumed it was the police and was prepared to pull over.

However, Gan became suspicious when he realized that the car was following them at various speeds. He informed his friend that they might be dealing with imposters impersonating the police. To evade them, Gan decided to increase his speed and prevent the car from overtaking.

S’PORE CAR CHASED BY FAKE POLICE IN JB IN TERRIFYING VIDEO, GROUP OF MASKED MEN INSIDE

ILLEGAL CIGGS UNCOVERED ON INDONESIAN VESSEL @ JURONG PORT, 3 ARRESTED

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ILLEGAL CIGGS UNCOVERED ON INDONESIAN VESSEL @ JURONG PORT, 3 ARRESTED

In a coordinated effort, officers from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Sea Domain, the Police Coast Guard, Singapore Customs, and Jurong Port recently carried out a joint operation at Jurong Port. The operation led to the discovery and confiscation of a significant quantity of duty-unpaid cigarettes.

Utilizing the coastal surveillance system, ICA officers observed suspicious activities involving the crew members of an Indonesian vessel and a crane operator at Jurong Port. These individuals were seen transferring boxes from the vessel to the crane.

Subsequent checks conducted by the authorities revealed the presence of one box of duty-unpaid cigarettes aboard the Indonesian vessel. Additionally, five more boxes were discovered in the crane. In total, a haul of 124 cartons and 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes was seized.

Singapore Customs has taken over the case for further investigation. As a result of the operation, two Indonesian crew members and a Singaporean crane operator were apprehended and arrested.

ICA remains dedicated to its role as the Guardians of Our Borders. The agency is committed to facilitating trade and ensuring safe travels while safeguarding Singapore’s borders and maintaining their security.

ICA’s statement on Facebook

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On 26 May, ICA officers from Sea Domain, officers from the Police Coast Guard, Singapore Customs and Jurong Port conducted a joint operation on an Indonesian vessel and a nearby crane at Jurong Port.

Through the coastal surveillance system, crew members of the vessel were spotted suspiciously transferring boxes to the crane operator.

Checks uncovered 1 box of duty-unpaid cigarettes in the Indonesian vessel and an additional 5 boxes in the crane. A total of 124 cartons and 30 packets of duty-unpaid cigarettes was seized.

The case was referred to Singapore Customs for further investigation. 2 Indonesian crew members and a Singaporean crane operator were arrested.

As Guardians of Our Borders, ICA is committed to facilitating trade & safe travels while keeping Singapore’s borders safe & secure.

2 ARRESTED FOR STEALING CUSTOMERS’ DETAILS TO REGISTER SIM CARD IN SCAM

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2 ARRESTED FOR STEALING CUSTOMERS’ DETAILS TO REGISTER SIM CARD IN SCAM

TWO PERSONS ARRESTED FOR THEIR SUSPECTED INVOLVEMENT IN FRAUDULENT REGISTRATION OF POSTPAID SIM CARDS IN ISLAND-WIDE OPERATION

Between 8 May and 31 May 2023, officers from the Commercial Affairs Department conducted a three-week operation to disrupt the scam syndicates’ activities by terminating mobile phone lines and freezing bank accounts used in their illicit activities. More than 1,000 mobile phone lines were terminated and close to 50 bank accounts were frozen with a sum of more than $210,000 seized.

During the three-week operation, a 23-year-old man and a 26-year-old woman were arrested for their suspected involvement in fraudulently registering postpaid SIM cards using the particulars of unsuspecting customers. 25 men and three women, aged between 22 and 43, whose identities are believed to have been stolen, are assisting in investigations.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the 23-year-old man who worked as a mobile phone shop assistant, had allegedly accessed and stolen the identification documents from his company’s mobile device used in the registration of postpaid SIM cards. He then pre-registered postpaid SIM cards using the particulars of others and sold them to customers who wanted to purchase SIM cards without using their identities. Preliminary investigations also revealed that the 26-year-old woman allegedly abetted his offences by registering a shell company to procure unregistered postpaid SIM cards from a supplier. An assortment of paraphernalia such as mobile phones and postpaid SIM cards were seized during the operation.

Criminals can exploit such fraudulently registered postpaid SIM cards as an anonymous channel of communications for illicit activities such as unlicensed moneylending, scams and vice. Scam syndicates have also been found to perpetrate their criminal activities using such postpaid SIM cards to contact victims and to communicate amongst themselves, to evade possible detection.

Police investigations are ongoing. The offence of illegally obtaining personal information under Section 416A of the Penal Code 1871 carries an imprisonment term of up to three years and a fine. The offence of unauthorised modification of computer material under Section 5(1) of the Computer Misuse Act 1993 carries a fine of up to $10,000, an imprisonment term not exceeding three years, or both. The offence of failing to use reasonable diligence in the discharge of duties as a director under Section 157(1) punishable under Section 157(3)(b) of the Companies Act 1967, carries a punishment of an imprisonment term of up to 12 months or a fine of up to $5,000.

The Police take a serious stance against any person who may be involved in scams and will continue to clamp down on errant mobile phone shop retailers and assistants who may be indirectly facilitating illegal activities. Those involved in such illegal activities will be dealt with in accordance with the law. Members of the public are advised to refrain from purchasing pre-registered prepaid/postpaid SIM cards and to always maintain a clear view of their identification documents to prevent them from being misused during the registration of prepaid/postpaid SIM cards by handphone shop retailers or assistants.

The Police would also like to advise members of the public to exercise caution before agreeing to be appointed as directors for companies and ensure that they are able to use reasonable diligence in the discharge of their duties, if appointed. Should a director exercise inadequate supervision over the company’s affairs, there are risks that the company may be used to facilitate criminal activities, such as the laundering of criminal proceeds.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
03 June 2023 @ 4:30 PM

MAN SAYS HE ONLY ATE MCDONALD’S 3X A DAY FOR 100 DAYS, AND END UP LOST 26KG

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MAN SAYS HE ONLY ATE MCDONALD’S 3X A DAY FOR 100 DAYS, AND END UP LOST 26KG

A resident of Nashville, United States (US), recently embarked on a unique and somewhat surprising dietary experiment, consuming three meals from McDonald’s each day for a period of 100 days and losing 26kg along the way, according to The Guardian.

In an attempt to manage his calorie intake, the man chose to consume only half of the food he ordered, leading to an astonishing weight loss of 26kg.

Additionally, the individual reported an improvement in his blood work after adhering to this unconventional diet. However, medical professionals who were consulted on the matter advised the public to prioritize the consumption of fruits, vegetables, and unprocessed foods as part of a balanced diet.

The man, identified as Kevin Maginnis, aged 57, decided to follow this diet regimen in order to shed excess weight. Throughout the 100-day duration, Maginnis reduced his calorie intake by consuming only half of each McDonald’s meal he ordered, thus preventing diet fatigue.

According to local news station WSMV, Maginnis consumed a variety of items from the McDonald’s menu, including Big Macs, Quarter Pounders, french fries, apple fritters, and others. He chronicled his journey on TikTok, where he shared his remarkable achievement of reducing his weight from 108kg to 81kg.

Maginnis also disclosed that his blood work had improved significantly, with his triglyceride and cholesterol levels decreasing by 205 and 65 points, respectively. He informed NBC Today that he had previously been pre-diabetic but had now reached a healthy range.

Despite Maginnis’ personal success, medical professionals caution against adopting this diet. Maginnis supplemented his meals with the exclusion of snacks and the consumption of only water between meals. When questioned about the sustainability of such a diet, he explained that he could maintain his weight loss by continuing to consume smaller portions.

Maginnis emphasized that while there might be better options for brain health in terms of micronutrients and macronutrients, reducing meal sizes is effective in combating obesity. His wife also joined him in this diet halfway through the experiment and achieved a weight loss of up to 8kg in 65 days.

Although Maginnis does not plan to abandon his McDonald’s meals entirely, he has begun to explore other culinary options, such as filet mignon. However, doctors stress that this particular diet may not be suitable for everyone and advise the public to focus on a well-rounded diet comprising fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and unprocessed foods.

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WOMAN KILLS HER 3 YOUNG DAUGHTERS & PINS MURDER ON HUSBAND, CONFESSES

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WOMAN KILLS HER 3 YOUNG DAUGHTERS & PINS MURDER ON HUSBAND, CONFESSES

In a tragic incident that took place in Hong Kong, a woman confessed to the murder of her three young daughters by suffocation within their family home, according to South China Morning Post.

According to reports, the incident occurred on Monday (5 June) in a subdivided flat in Sham Shui Po. The 29-year-old woman made a distressing phone call to her mother in the morning, revealing that she had taken the lives of her daughters, aged two, four, and five.

Upon receiving the alarming call, the mother and brother of the woman promptly contacted the authorities, who swiftly arrived at the scene. When the police gained entry to the premises, they discovered the bedroom door locked and resorted to breaking it down. To their horror, they found the three girls unconscious on the bed, accompanied by two pillows and traces of blood nearby.

Initially, the mother had accused her husband of stabbing the girls, but subsequent investigations revealed that they had actually died due to suffocation, with no evidence of knife wounds. Disturbingly, one of the girls had blood present around her mouth and nose.

Subsequently, the woman confessed to being responsible for the tragic deaths. Her mental state was also a cause for concern, as she displayed signs of incoherence and mentioned supernatural entities during her statements. Consequently, she will be admitted to a hospital for a psychiatric evaluation.

The police have revealed that the couple had a troubled relationship, and while all potential motives are being considered, the killings may be linked to the woman’s refusal to relinquish custody of their daughters in the event of a divorce. The family had been living on welfare and had recently moved into the small 200 sq ft flat after the woman suspected her husband of having an affair. It is worth noting that the woman had no prior history of mental illness.

The Hong Kong Social Welfare Department has stated that the mother and daughters were receiving assistance from a non-governmental organization. In light of this tragic event, it is a reminder of the importance of providing support and resources to families in need.

Chief Imam Muhammad Arshad of Hong Kong has also come forward, revealing that the woman’s husband had sought his help regarding their marital issues. The husband expressed a desire to reconcile and continue living with his daughters, but his wife adamantly refused, denying him access to the children.

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EUNOS COFFEESHOP SELLS COLD DRINKS FOR 90¢ MORE THAN HOT DRINKS, ICE WATER 70¢

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EUNOS COFFEESHOP SELLS COLD DRINKS FOR 90¢ MORE THAN HOT DRINKS, ICE WATER 70¢

A series of complaints have arisen regarding a coffee shop located at Block 7 Eunos Crescent due to its pricing strategy for cold beverages. Customers have noticed that the cold drinks are being sold at a higher price of S$0.90 compared to the hot drinks, and even a simple iced water is priced at S$0.70.

For instance, both iced coffee and iced tea, without any milk, are being sold at S$2 each, whereas the same beverages served hot are priced at S$1.10 each.

A man named Lu, aged 31, expressed his dissatisfaction to Shin Min Daily News, stating that he visited the coffee shop on Jun. 1. Lu was shocked by the prices of the beverages, particularly dismayed by the cost of a cup of iced water, which was priced at 70 cents.

Lu mentioned that he had been to other eateries where a cup of iced water costs only 50 cents and could be refilled. However, unlike those establishments, this particular coffee shop does not allow customers to refill their water.

Upon further investigation, it was found that Lu’s sentiment was shared by other individuals as well.

An interviewed diner, identified as Su and aged 70, who frequents other coffee shops, expressed surprise at the pricing of iced water at 70 cents in this coffee shop. Su mentioned that other establishments sell soya milk for only 60 cents, making the price of iced water seem unreasonable in comparison.

Additionally, Su found it perplexing that there was an additional charge of 90 cents for iced drinks.

Another customer, named Zhou and aged 55, informed Shin Min that two years ago, an iced kopi o kosong (iced black coffee without sugar) was priced at S$1.60. Zhou expressed concern about the sudden price increase of 40 cents, stating that in other coffee shops, the difference for cold drinks with ice is usually only 30 to 50 cents, which he concluded that a difference of 90 cents seemed excessive.

MERLION STATUE FOUND IN CHINA PARK, S’PORE TOURISM BOARD SAYS THEY ARE AWARE

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MERLION STATUE FOUND IN CHINA PARK, S’PORE TOURISM BOARD SAYS THEY ARE AWARE

Recently, a user named Xiaoxionglaoshishuoliuxue shared images of the Merlion statue in China on the social media platform Xiaohongshu. The photos revealed that the statue can be found in Merlion Park, situated in Chuzhou, a city within China’s Anhui province.

Upon observing pictures and videos of the park posted online, it becomes evident that the Chinese version of the Merlion differs slightly from its Singaporean counterpart. The Chinese statue lacks painted eyeballs and does not have a porcelain-covered base.

In addition to the Merlion statue, the park, developed by the China-Singapore Suzhou Industrial Park Development Group (CSSD), features convenient boardwalks that accommodate strollers, joggers, and cyclists. For those leading an active lifestyle, basketball and badminton courts are available.

CSSD officially launched the park in July 2020, boasting a design that combines elements from Singapore, Suzhou, and Chuchou.

China says it’s symbol of S’pore-Chinese culture

The presence of the Merlion statue symbolizes Singapore’s renowned hospitality, while its integration with other Chinese designs in the park exemplifies the harmonious blending of Chinese and Singaporean cultures, according to CSSD.

The park covers an extensive area of 310,000 square meters, and CSSD invested approximately 70 million yuan (S$13.3 million) in its development.

Although some users on Xiaohongshu expressed surprise at the existence of a Merlion statue in China, it is worth noting that another Merlion statue, slightly smaller in size, was unveiled in Chengdu, a city located in Southwest China.

This particular statue can be found in the Sino-Singapore (Chengdu) Innovation Park (SSCIP), and it replicates the Merlion at Singapore’s Marina Bay. The unveiling ceremony took place in September 2018 and involved government officials and business figures from Singapore, including Ng Chee Meng, who was then-Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Secretary-General of the National Trades Union Congress.

STB aware

Hazel Teh, the Director of Compliance and Corporate Services at the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), acknowledged that STB is aware of the overseas Merlion statues. Teh emphasized that STB exercises discretion regarding the use of the Merlion symbol outside Singapore, ensuring it is portrayed appropriately and in line with its intended spirit.

Business entities interested in utilizing the Merlion symbol are encouraged to seek permission from STB.

In 1966, the Singapore Tourism Board, previously known as the Singapore Tourist Promotion Board, obtained exclusive rights to use the Merlion symbol.

As a result, it is important to note that producing artifacts featuring the Merlion or resembling it without prior permission from STB is prohibited.

SG WOMAN MOVES TO BANGKOK, WORKS THERE FOR 7 YEARS AND SHARES HER LIFE

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SG WOMAN MOVES TO BANGKOK, WORKS THERE FOR 7 YEARS AND SHARES HER LIFE

Recently seen a lot of posts about moving from Singapore to another country and thought I would share my own experiences about moving from Singapore to Bangkok and some pros and cons of each location.

Please kindly take note that this is all from my personal experience and knowledge and may not apply to everyone.

Background:

I (30M) first experienced living and working in Bangkok due to an internship. The internship was mandatory but the location was not specified. I chose Bangkok having never lived there before and ended up liking it so decided to do another internship in Bangkok the following year. After completion, I managed to land a full time job in Bangkok and have been living in Bangkok for 7.5 years now. I am in the hospitality industry.

Visa:

In order to stay legally in Thailand, you’ll need to be on the proper visa. You could come in on visa exemption and then do visa runs, but in the long run, it is not a viable option especially since immigration is cracking down on visa runs.

I have listed essentially the easiest visa’s to obtain to live in Thailand legally.

– Non-Immigrant B: Get hired by a company in Thailand, where they will issue you with a work permit and you are allowed to legally work in the role that is written in the work permit. The visa will be valid so long as you are employed.

– Non-Immigrant ED: Enroll into a language school to learn Thai or join a Muay Thai gym. Typically the visa lasts for a year. Working on this visa is illegal.

– Non-Immigrant O-A & O-X: Retirement visa, you need to be 50 years and above. Working on this visa is illegal.

– Non-Immigrant O (Thai Spouse): Get married to a Thai national. The visa is valid as long as you are legally married. Working on this visa is legal.

– Elite Visa: Essentially a paid visa that allows you to stay legally from 5 years up to 20 years. The price starts at THB 600K (one-time fee) up to THB 2M. Working on this visa is illegal.

Work Opportunities:

From the above mentioned visas, I only have experience with the Non-Immigrant B visa as I am employed in Bangkok. I may decide to change to the Non-Immigrant O (Thai Spouse) visa when I get married to my Thai partner next year.

Getting employed in Thailand is a route that a lot of people choose when first deciding to move to Thailand. There are essentially 2 options that someone could choose:

– Employee: Get hired by a Thai company. There are a list of prohibited jobs for foreigners in Thailand such as hairdresser, Thai massage, tour guide, legal services (you can be a consultant though). Legally there is also a minimum salary for foreigners to earn. For Singaporeans, the minimum salary / month is THB 45K however there are also loopholes in order for employees to avoid paying this much. This minimum salary does not apply to teaching. Some of the most popular jobs for foreigners are in education (teacher), tech, marketing, consulate / embassy, diving instructor, hospitality and work for an MNC.

– Business Owner: Opening your own business is another way to work in Thailand. The most popular registration choice for foreigners is to open a limited company. You will only have ownership of 49% of the company, and the remaining 51% needs to be owned by a Thai person. Many foreigners will put the 51% in their Thai spouse’s name. It is also possible to have 2 Thai’s own the 51% (25.5% each) so that the foreigner still has majority ownership. You can also then apply for a work permit however need to have four Thai workers per foreigner employed and THB 2 M in capital.

Salary & Income:

In general, the salary in Thailand is significantly lower than in Singapore, however the cost of living is also more expensive. My first salary in Bangkok was gross THB 45K / month, take home pay was around THB 38K. That is roughly S$1,500. I lived a mostly Thai lifestyle, with little to no savings each month. Thankfully I am now on a salary higher than if I was in the same position in Singapore. I would advise that a salary of THB 50K / month is the minimum that any Singaporean should be willing to take in order to move to Bangkok. Anything THB 100K / month and you’ll be able to live comfortably on a mixed of local + foreigner lifestyle so long as you have no kids or don’t intend to send them to international school.

The best is if you end up on an expat contract and you will have your basic salary (usually paid in USD) + housing allowance + yearly flight tickets back home + international school fees for your kids paid for. Obviously this is subject to the company but I have heard of people also getting transport allowance, grocery shopping allowance, company car and driver, live-in maid, etc.

Working Life:

Tasks in Singapore get done. And they get done fast. Singapore is efficient and as much as Singaporeans love queuing (for food), they also don’t like waiting. However, working in Singapore can be very competitive. The so called ‘rat race’ starts the moment you enter working life. Depending on the industry, overtime is often expected. The “kiasu” mentality in Singaporeans often causes the over-competitiveness at the workplace.

Working life in Thailand is quite the opposite of Singapore. Thai employees generally take things slower. Decisions that can be made in 1 day in Singapore, can take 1 month in Thailand. Many Thai workers just want to do their 8-10 hours a day, grab a beer after work, go home to sleep and then repeat the next day. Thai employees are also generally less competitive compared to Singaporeans, thus as a Singaporean working in Bangkok, I am able to stand out amongst my Thai colleagues and was able to progress much faster in my career compared to if I was working in the competitive Singaporean environment. In Thailand, “saving face” is very important especially at the management level. The practice of “saving face” is not something that many westerners understand and are used to, thus is often a disadvantage to them.

Condo, Apartments & Houses:

To be honest, I cannot speak about the Singapore property market and prices because I have no firsthand experience. I have never bought or rented any property in Singapore before. I can only share the prices in Bangkok for you guys to compare.

In Bangkok, a typical 1 bedroom condo (30 SQM to 35 SQM) can be found for THB 10K (S$388) to THB 15K (S$582) per month. These condos are typically within a 10 – 20 minute BTS/MRT ride into the city center. The further out you go, the cheaper condos are. Alternatively, the closer you are to the city center, the more expensive the condo’s get.

Local apartments are even cheaper and can be rented under THB10K per month. Some apartments even have rooms for rent that are THB 3000 (S$116) per month, however the room is usually quite small (20 SQM), has no kitchen, sometimes no hot water, sometimes no AC, and is in a very local area of Bangkok. It is literally a room with a bed and a bathroom inside.

There are also houses for rent in Bangkok. There are 2 major types of houses: the first are standalone houses and the second are called townhouses (essentially a house in a gated community). These can range from THB 25K (S$970) to more than THB 100K (S$3880) per month depending on the size, location, age, etc.

Alternatively, if you decide to, foreigners can also legally purchase condos under certain regulations. Every condo has a foreigner quota which essentially every condo need to be 51% majority owned by a Thai national. So if a condo has 100 units, minimum 51 units need to be owned by a Thai national. If the current condo only has 50 units owned by a Thai, then a foreigner is unable to purchase a unit in that condo project until 1 more unit is owned by a Thai. Condos can be bought starting from THB 1M (S$38.8K) to THB 100M (S$3.8M) depending on the size and location.

Owning land in Thailand by foreigners is not allowed. There are some ways and loopholes of getting around it such as setting up a business in Thailand. Lots of foreigners who marry a Thai national end up putting the land under their partners name and by getting a usufruct / right of superficies, it protects the foreigners in the sense that their partner would be unable to sell the land without the permission of the foreigner. It is honestly quite complicated and I personally went through this route.

The townhouse that I purchased cost around THB 12.5M (S$485K) and is roughly 250 SQM (2690 SQFT), with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, with a decent sized garden and garage large enough for 2 cars. It is in a good location (not in the city center) with a 20 minute drive into the city center. With S$485K, I am not sure if you could even buy a 2 or 3 bedroom HDB in a not so desired district in Singapore.

Food:

Singapore has hawker centers while Bangkok has street food. Street food in Bangkok is cheap, usually starting from THB 40. Singapore hawker centers are relatively affordable although there have been a significant increase in prices over the past couple of years. There are also a wide variety of eateries from food courts to Michelin Starred restaurants, with lots of different types of cuisines in both cities. Prices in both cities can range from cheap to crazy expensive, so it really depends on what kind of budget and lifestyle you have.

Cost Of Living:

It is well known that Singapore has an expensive cost of living, while the cost of living in Bangkok is cheaper. It is not S$1 for a one beer kind of cheap, but it’s definitely cheaper than Singapore. I have not lived in Singapore for the past 9 years so I am not in touch with the current prices in Singapore. So I will just share the prices in Bangkok.

Gym memberships in Bangkok are usually around THB 1000 (S$38) to THB 1500 (S$58) a month. A foot / Thai massage cost THB 250 (S$10) to THB 350 (S$13) per hour, a ticket in the cinema is about THB 250 (S$10). A drink in a bar is around THB 150 (S$6) to THB 250 (S$10) depending on the type of establishment. I could go on and on but in generally most things are cheaper in Bangkok than in Singapore.

Transport:

– Public Transport: Public transport in Singapore is reliable. Living in Singapore, it is generally convenient to take the bus and MRT for transport.

In Bangkok, if you live in the city center you will have no issue using only the BTS & MRT to get around. Buses are not reliable due to the sheer amount of traffic. Alternatively, using motorcycle taxis are also a viable option for short to medium distances. If you lived in the suburbs or even other provinces such as Chiang Mai & Phuket, you’ll either have to buy / rent a car or motorcycle, use Grab or a songthaew (shared pickup truck).

– Motorcycle Ownership: Purchasing your own motorcycle is also a popular option. A new Honda Click 150 can be bought for around THB 61K (S$2.3k).

– Car Ownership: The cheapest first hand car in Singapore is roughly around S$80,000 to S$90,000 (THB 2M to THB 2.3M). On top of that, Singapore’s COE in May (1st bidding) for CAT A closed at S$101,001 (THB 2.5M).

In Thailand, cars start around THB 500K. An entry level Mercedes Benz A-Class will cost around THB 1.9 M (S$74,000). Cheaper cars in Thailand do come with a price and that is the traffic in Bangkok. During peak period, expect your 15 minute car ride to extend to 1 hour or even more depending on your location within the city. Traffic in other provinces is generally much better compared to Bangkok.

Social Circle:

In Singapore, you generally already have a group of friends that you met since high school / university / army (for guys).

Unless you have family or friends already living in Thailand, you’ll need to start from scratch. The easiest way to make friends is usually from your workplace. Another popular option is to use apps such as Meetup.com and Tinder for dating. Some may find it hard at first to make friends with Thai people due to the language barrier if you do not speak Thai and they do not speak much English.

Language:

In Singapore, English is widely spoken. Mandarin Chinese, Tamil and Malay are also used. It is easy to communicate with 99% of the population.

In Thailand, English is not widely used by everyone especially in the areas where there are no/less tourists. Signs (food, road, etc) can often be only written in Thai.

Domestic Travel:

Unless you consider taking the MRT to Sentosa domestic travelling, Singapore does not offer much domestic travel. In Thailand, a 1.5 hour plane ride can take you to Chiang Mai, Phuket, Koh Samui, Khon Kaen, etc. While a 2 hour car drive can take you to Pattaya, Hua Hin, Kanchanaburi, Ayutthaya, etc for quick weekend getaways. Singapore however, is a major hub in Asia and many international flights use Changi Airport as a hub. I also personally prefer Singapore Airlines to Thai Airways.

Safety & Crime:

Singapore is generally extremely safe. Chances of you getting robbed by knife are slim to none. In Thailand, it is also generally safe. Be smart and do not put yourself into dangerous situations and you’ll generally be fine. I have never gotten pickpocketed or robbed or scammed or anything of similarity over my years of living here.

Government:

This is the topic that I prefer not to talk about. In short:

– The Singapore government is stable.

– I have no comment regarding the Thai government, except let’s see what happens in the next couple of months.

S’PORE CAR CHASED BY FAKE POLICE IN JB IN TERRIFYING VIDEO, GROUP OF MASKED MEN INSIDE

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S’PORE CAR CHASED BY FAKE POLICE IN JB IN TERRIFYING VIDEO, GROUP OF MASKED MEN INSIDE

Authorities in Malaysia are currently on the lookout for three individuals who allegedly pretended to be police officers and engaged in a high-speed chase on an expressway.

The incident occurred when the perpetrators targeted a driver traveling from Singapore to Genting Highlands. The matter came to the attention of the Kulai police department after a video capturing the incident was widely circulated on social media and subsequently reported on Monday, June 5th.

The location of the incident is believed to be the North-South Highway near the Sedenak exit in Kulai, located in the state of Johor. Acting police chief superintendent Yusof Othman provided details about the video, which was uploaded on Facebook by the account owner named Freeman Gan WT. The video shows Gan being pursued by a car carrying individuals posing as policemen.

According to Yusof Othman, the suspects are three unidentified men who were wearing face masks and used blue beacon lights on their vehicle. They also made hand gestures to signal the victim to stop his car.

In his Facebook post, Freeman Gan WT mentioned that he initially believed the pursuers were genuine police officers due to the presence of flashing blue lights on their car. The incident occurred around 5:40 am in Kulai while Gan was driving with a friend towards Genting Highlands.

He noticed a car tailing them and, at around 37 kilometers, found the same car next to his with flashing blue lights. He assumed it was the police and was prepared to pull over.

However, Gan became suspicious when he realized that the car was following them at various speeds. He informed his friend that they might be dealing with imposters impersonating the police. To evade them, Gan decided to increase his speed and prevent the car from overtaking.

Following the incident, Gan contacted the police and received advice not to stop on the highway. Instead, they were instructed to proceed to the nearest police station if the suspicious car continued to pursue them. Gan shared this advice on Facebook, emphasizing the importance of not stopping along the road if others encountered similar situations.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is urged to contact the Kulai District Police Headquarters or call 07-6637222. Alternatively, they can reach out to the investigating officer at 010-7647789.

MAN TOOK LEAVE: BUT BOSS THREATEN TO FIRE HIM OR CANCEL HIS LEAVE

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MAN TOOK LEAVE: BUT BOSS THREATEN TO FIRE HIM OR CANCEL HIS LEAVE

I recently experienced a terribly frustrating and unfair situation at work. I had requested a leave of absence which was approved by my manager.

but I was later old that I was going to be fired or have my leave cancelled unless I agreed to certain conditions.

Boss agreed

It all started when I applied for a leave of absence to take care of a family holiday. I was granted the leave for two weeks, which I thought was fair in the circumstances. Before I left, I made sure that all my work was up to date and that my absence wouldn’t disrupt any of my coworkers.

Change his mind

My boss suddenly text me this garbage and told me to go to work. At first, I was taken aback. I had already taken the leave, and I didn’t think it was fair for me to be asked to work extra hours or weekends when I had already taken the leave. I tried to explain my situation to him, but he was not sympathetic. He said that if I didn’t agree to his demands, then I would be fired.

 It’s been very difficult, as I’m often exhausted after working long hours and I’m not able to spend as much time with my family as I would like. I’m also worried that my boss might try to use this situation against me in the future.

What should I do?

Here are what netizens think:

  • And it’s a win win, you don’t want to work for sometime like that.
  • Unless you are making the absolute minimum wage unemployment pay is not a win for the majority of people.
  • a wrongful termination suit as blatantly in the workers side as this would be such an easy case for any firm to take. If they live somewhere with wrongful termination laws this would be an easy win.
  • Yeah, he should reply back with “ok”. Then show up on the 3rd and 4th. Not on the 5th-10th. Then show up again on the 11th.
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