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A Tampines resident urged authorities to remove a "warplane" design that was painted onto the side of a block, citing that it was “terribly distasteful" and in "bad and poor taste". However, MP Baey Yam Keng decided against doing so, and justified why in a Facebook post. Was he right in rejecting the call to remove the design? Elsewhere, a Singaporean couple travelling round the world with their 4-year-old child tried to take him on a hike to Mount Everest's base camp in May, but abandoned their plans after he fell ill. However, after making a social media video about their experience, they’ve faced a barrage of criticism for even attempting the hike in the first place. In the face of mounting criticism, the parents have defended their actions as different “parenting styles”. Is there any merit to the criticism?Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(04:36) “Distasteful” Warplane Designs on Tampines Block(32:56) Parents Defend Bringing 4-Year-Old up Everest Base Camp(53:16) One Shiok Thing(55:28) One Shiok CommentFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com“Distasteful” Warplane Designs on Tampines BlockTampines HDB block's 'red wall' to be repainted after residents complain of 'bloody red reflection'FB Post by Baey Yam Keng'Terribly distasteful': Tampines resident urges removal of 'war-like' plane designs on block, MP Baey Yam Keng respondsAeroplane chess - WikipediaParents Defend Bringing 4-Year-Old up Everest Base CampGlobe-trotting Singapore family responds to critics after 4-year-old son fell ill during trek to Mount Everest's base camp[2019] 8-year-old fulfils dream of reaching Everest base camp with dad after six months in gym - TODAY[Apr 2024] Boy, 5, conquers Mount Everest base camp in 8 days, becomes youngest S'porean to do so - TODAYOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB #543Comment by OriginalGoat1One Shiok ThingNeil deGrasse Tyson and Richard Dawkins Discuss Science, Religion & EvolutionSeverance — Official TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Former Singapore diplomat Bilahari Kausikan stops by the YLB studio to share his candid views about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and to discuss how the struggle between the global superpowers will ultimately affect us in Southeast Asia. Also, he answers the big question on everyone’s minds: are we headed towards World War 3? What will a second Trump term mean for the rest of the world? While all this sounds really grim, he also tells us why he believes he’s bringing a message of hope. Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(00:57) What Exactly Is Diplomacy?(02:44) Bilahari's Accidental Start In Diplomacy(09:52) Pragmatism vs. Emotion(16:25) People's Responses to Israel-Hamas(21:43) Why Calling US-China a Cold War Is Dangerous(25:43) Singapore Is Not In The Middle(31:04) Fundamental Purpose of Diplomacy(33:20) Why the ICJ's Rafah Ruling Will Not Matter In The End(44:37) Can SG Even Do Anything With Regards to Israel-Hamas(51:05) Why We Have to Believe In Diplomatic Solutions(53:39) Is World War III a Possibility?(01:00:43) Lesser Known Challenges SG Is Facing Today(01:10:30) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comOne Shiok ThingLee Kuan Yew’s 3 key decisions that made Singapore rich – Tony BlairOut of Darkness - TrailerBritish Library Crime ClassicsFind Bilahari!FacebookLinkedInMiddle East Institute NUSMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

We usually talk about the news, but did not expect to BE the news, which is what happened this week! Our Yah Lah BUT episode with Leong Mun Wai was referenced during this week’s parliamentary sitting by the Speaker of Parliament, Seah Kian Peng. What exactly was Mr Leong’s “act of contempt” on our podcast, and what did we think of the entire fiasco? Elsewhere, the “Friends of the PAP” group of influencers who were unveiled at a PAP event have come under scrutiny. Is there anything inherently wrong with being a buddy to politicians?(00:00) Tell You First(02:27) Intro(05:48) Yah Lah BUT Mentioned in Parliament(40:02) Who Are “Friends of the PAP”?(57:03) One Shiok Comment(59:20) One Shiok ThingOur New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on AppleFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comYah Lah BUT Mentioned in ParliamentLeong Mun Wai's comment about being called last to speak in parliament cast aspersions on Speaker's impartiality: Seah Kian PengLeong Mun Wai retracts statement made in podcast after Speaker sought clarificationYLB episode with Leong Mun Wai - Why Governments Cannot Lead All the Way & Why Gen Z Will Be Successful | #YLB 527Who Are “Friends of the PAP”?Influencers, cause champions, businessmen: The new Friends of the PAPPAP to set up climate action, mental health groups to address issues that ‘cut across’ demographics: PM WongIs ‘Friends of the PAP’ Just a Different Way of Saying ‘Sponsored Content’?As pan-national movement, PAP must 'keep faith' with older members & connect with young S'poreans: Desmond Lee[2021] Seah Kian Peng discovers Kamala is 'alamak' spelt backwards, deletes 'not appropriate' post subsequentlyOne Shiok CommentYLB TelegramOne Shiok ThingGreenland Shark: The Shark That’s Twice As Old As AmericaThe FA Disability Cup - Blind Cup Final: Royal National College for the Blind v West Brom HighlightsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Recently, Protect Singapore released a scorecard grading politicians based on their LGBTQ stance. Some were disappointed that this occurred right before Pink Dot, but we argue why it might be a good thing. Elsewhere, NUS announced that its students can take Wednesday afternoons off for out-of-class activities starting this August, ostensibly to aid their mental well-being. We question whether this move was really necessary.(00:00) Intro(10:19) Politicians Graded on LGBTQ Stance(29:11) NUS Students Get Wednesday Me-Time(43:42) One Shiok Comment(46:12) One Shiok ThingFind us here!- Our website | https://www.ministryoffunny.com- YLB Subreddit | https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/- YLB Telegram Channel | https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast - YLB TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut - YLB IG | https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!Politicians Graded on LGBTQ StanceThousands turn up for annual Pink Dot SG rally to show support for LGBTQ communityPoliticians show up for Pink Dot despite scorecard grading their 'family values', say it's important to engage different groupsPSG ScorecardPink Dot 16: No One Left Behind[2020] Gay rights group releases scorecard grading S’pore politicians based on their views on LGBTQ issues[2020] Rainbow Scorecard - Review of the Decade by SayoniThe Business of Activism — Why Pink Dot continues post repealNUS Students Get Wednesday Me-TimeNUS students can take Wednesday afternoons off from 3pm to 6pm for out-of-class activitiesNUSOne: A holistic approach to achieve a well-rounded university experienceNUS introduces Wednesday afternoons off and new sports hostel in push for holistic educationOne Shiok CommentComment by Apprehensive_Nail971One Shiok ThingMeet the L.A. Influencer Who Is Trying to Get Famous By Never Tipping at Restaurants and BarsDisturbing Comments on IGMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In this Haresh-less episode, we end the patriarchy with guest host Caitanya Tan @caitofalltraits, as we deep dive into the recent debate about why more women in Singapore are choosing to remain single. We also discuss her thoughts about a viral Reddit thread about the Singapore podcast scene, and why some locals think our accent is “cringe”.(00:00) A message from Octa(01:39) Intro(16:58) Why Singapore Women Stay Single(44:31) Singaporean Accent In a Video Game(50:38) Singaporean Accent is Cringe?(01:29:23) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram Channel YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Sponsor: OctaFx!Download the Octa trading app https://bit.ly/Octa_YahLahBut and use promo code YAHLAH100 to double your deposit! Try Octa Space in the Octa Trading App - connect, learn and trade all within one app.Why Singapore Women Stay SingleAll the Single Ladies: Singaporean Women Share Why They’re Staying SingleRising share of singles is one main reason for Singapore’s great baby drought: ReportSingaporean Accent is Cringe?Reddit thread on Why are Singapore podcasts and podcasters so cringe?One Shiok Thing2024 Commencement Address by Roger Federer at DartmouthSheryl Koh | Certified personal colour analystFind Cait!InstagramTikTokMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In light of Haresh’s absence, we have comedian Jacky onboard as this week’s guest host! We talk about last weekend’s big news: the oil spill caused by an allision between two vessels that stained coastlines at East Coast Park, Labrador Nature Reserve, Keppel Bay, the Southern Islands and Sentosa. We discuss the media frenzy around the issue, and whether more could have been done to contain the spill. Aside from that, we also talk about creativity in Singapore schools, as MOE revealed that Singapore’s 15-year-olds topped a global test of creative thinking despite not thinking of themselves as creative. (00:00) Intro(11:05) Oil Spill Stains Singapore(33:54) Does Creativity Exist in Schools?(01:02:28) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeNominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!Oil Spill Stains SingaporeCNA Explains: What we know about the Singapore oil spill that's affected Sentosa and other beachesJoint Media Statement: Progress of Joint Oil Spill Clean-up OperationsJoint Oil Spill Clean-Up Operations Advance to Next PhaseBooms, busters and dispersants: Here’s how an oil spill is cleaned up in S’pore watersSingapore races to clean up beaches after oil spillSingapore races to clean oil spill as luxury beach resort coated in slickOil spill incident: Four kingfishers rescued so far, two have diedMPA responded within 11 minutes of being alerted to oil spill, cleanup to take time: Chee Hong TatDoes Creativity Exist in Schools?Singapore’s 15-year-old students score top marks in OECD’s creative thinking testSingapore students top PISA study on creative thinking, despite not thinking of themselves as creativeSingapore Students Show High Levels of Creative Thinking Skills: OECD PISA 2022One Shiok ThingBlue Period | Official Trailer | Netflix AnimeMy Response to Terrence HowardFind Jacky!InstagramHappy Ever Laughter Standup Comedy MadnessFakkah Fuzz presents I Am Fadzri RashidJacky and FriendsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

2 years after our last SOLD OUT live show, we’re finally back with another YLB LIVE recording! 40 YLB listeners spent Saturday night with us at Monk’s Brew Club, as we discussed the thorny issue of whether BTOs lead to more divorces in Singapore. In a slight departure from our usual format, we had other interactive segments like “Most Not Shiok Comments” and an audience Q&A. For those who missed out this time, we promise that there’ll be more live shows, so make sure to follow our socials to keep up to date with our latest announcements!!(00:00) Intro(03:55) BTO System Leads to More Divorces in Singapore(20:45) Not Shiok Comments(31:58) Answers From a Hat(43:57) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeNominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!BTO System Leads to More Divorces in SingaporeBTO system may have spurred earlier marriages but higher divorce rates: NUS studyBTO scheme led to early marriages but may also have contributed to more divorces: studyDo BTOs lead to early marriage and divorce?Marry for Love, or Love of House?One Shiok ThingCara, the anti-AI app for creatives, started by Singaporean photographer, Jingna ZhangSurviving the Deadliest Narco Route! THE DARIEN GAP! 🏴‍☠️Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, Singapore Airlines announced that it would compensate passengers who suffered “minor injuries” in the SQ321 turbulence incident US$10K each. We discuss whether this is a generous offer. Elsewhere, a Circles.Life video ad, which depicted a teenager being caught watching porn by his mother, drew brickbats from online commenters. What was so bad about it, and is there really such a thing as bad PR?(00:00) A message from Folklory(01:09) Intro(04:47) Singapore Airlines Offers US$10K to Passengers in Turbulence Incident(25:17) Circles.Life Porn Ad Draws Flak(42:15) One Shiok Comment(44:21) One Shiok Thing Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeNominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!Singapore Airlines Offers US$10K to Passengers in Turbulence IncidentSingapore Airlines offers US$10,000 to SQ321 passengers who suffered 'minor injuries'S’pore-based couple injured in SQ321 set up support page to help affected passengersMore in Singapore seeking treatment for fear of flying after SQ321 turbulence incidentSIA may face hefty payout pressure after turbulent flightSuing a global airline for turbulent flight? This treaty holds key to what you getCircles.Life Porn Ad Draws FlakBold or simply inappropriate? Circles.Life steamy ad receives mixed reactionCircles.Life on its choice of explicit content in adOne Shiok CommentComment by Available_Ad9766Comment by junglejimbo88One Shiok ThingPortugal 3-0 Republic of Ireland - Cristiano Ronaldo hits brace as Portugal sign off ahead of Euro 2024 in styleMighty Morphin Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind - Official Reveal TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A Department of Statistics report recently found that more women remaining single is one of the contributing factors for Singapore’s baby drought. However, the ST article headline covering this report was slammed for seemingly laying the blame squarely on women. We discuss why the headline didn’t paint an accurate picture of the situation. Elsewhere, a Singaporean kid brought a handmade poster to the Singapore-South Korea football match at the Sports Hub, only to be told that his poster was not allowed. However, other people who brought posters supporting the Koreans were allowed entry. Why the inconsistency?(00:00) Intro(06:32) Singles to Blame for Lack of Babies in SG(33:24) Kid’s Poster Banned From Sports Hub Football Match(46:59) One Shiok Comment(51:19) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comSingles to Blame for Lack of Babies in SGRising share of singles is one main reason for Singapore’s great baby drought: ReportSingapore’s total fertility rate hits record low in 2023, falls below 1 for first timeSingapore Department of Statistics | Using Decomposed Total Fertility Rate (TFR) to Understand the Drivers for the Decline of TFR in SingaporeExtreme heat affects men’s fertility and birth outcomes: NUS studyKid’s Poster Banned From Sports Hub Football MatchKids’ handmade poster for S’pore-South Korea match deemed too large, forced to throw it awayKids stopped from bringing poster in support of Lions against South Korea as it was larger than allowedOne Shiok CommentComment by internetlurker96YouTube comments on ep534One Shiok ThingThe Best Athlete Who Ever Lived | I AM BOLTHow the CCP made Messi their sacrificial lambMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, an 18-year-old involved in a motorcycle chase that killed a Land Transport Authority (LTA) officer tried to absolve himself of blame in his first court appearance. His comments sparked outrage online, with many online commenters questioning why he was not charged for causing the death of the officer. We do a layman dissection of the legal situation. Elsewhere, some Singaporean students have decided against going to the US for their university studies, stating that they feared how pro-Palestinian protests would get in the way of their studies. We discuss why they might want to rethink their decision.(00:00) Intro(02:24) LTA Officer’s Death Sparks Outrage Against Teen(23:39) Singaporean Students Reconsider US Universities(43:13) One Shiok Comment(44:42) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comLTA Officer’s Death Sparks Outrage Against Teen'I gambled my life as much as he gambled his': Teen in SLE bike chase that killed LTA officer chargedLTA enforcement officer dies in bike chase along SLE, 18-year-old motorcyclist arrestedSLE chase: Teen motorcyclist faces 6 charges including dangerous driving, says he wasn't to blame for LTA officer's deathMurder vs Culpable Homicide in Singapore (and Penalties)Singaporean Students Reconsider US UniversitiesSome Singapore students decide against going to elite US colleges over campus protestsOne Shiok CommentComment by internetlurker96Comment by Admirable_Job5492One Shiok ThingWWE wrestler Dante Chen will be 1st S'porean to compete in a S'pore Cane matchEthan & Hila Reacts To Old H3H3Production Videos & Explains The Creative ProcessMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak