Not long ago, I embarked on a tour of the conservation houses along Blair Road. As part of the research for the article, I managed to speak to some individuals who had once owned or lived in these historic dwellings. Candidly, they shared a host of challenges they faced: persistent pest problems, inadequate parking, poor soundproofing, and the relentless demand.
Singapore News - Four people, including a 19-year-old, were arrested for suspected drug-related offences during a series of enforcement operations by the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) and the Singapore Police Force (SPF). During the operations from Thursday to Sunday at nightspots in Joo. Read more at www.tnp.sg
With ABSD rates as high as it is (recently increased to 20 per cent from 17), some Singaporeans have started to look for various other options. While going overseas is one possible route, not everyone wants to deal with learning a whole new set of rules or dealing with risks such as currency. That means getting creative, such as considering.