#Singapore General Hospital

[theoreticaldoctor]

I Started My Housemanship - 1 Month Check In

An article on my housemanship / internship journey after 1 month - #blog #blogging #dailyblog #articles #medical #doctor #housemanship

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[caimitos]

my most self indulgent hc that is closest to my heart and haven't talked about in years is vespa ilkay filipino (her eyes have a rage you only see in 3rd world med students)

[icedsodapop]

Baskar Kalithash, a 32-year-old married Indian national, embarked on a journey to Singapore with dreams of providing a better life for his family. Like many migrant workers, he faced the challenges of living away from home, working tirelessly to support his loved ones. However, his life took a devastating turn on the night of May 26th, 2024.

Baskar had fallen from his room on the 4th floor, suffering severe injuries. Paramedics from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) arrived promptly, and he was rushed to the National University Hospital (NUH) at 1:17 am. The extent of his injuries was grave; Baskar had sustained multiple fractures, including a spinal injury, and his life was hanging by a thread.

Emergency neck surgery was performed immediately on May 26th to address his life-threatening injuries. For more than 18 days, Baskar remained in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), fighting for his life. The medical team worked tirelessly to stabilize his condition, and on June 11th, he underwent a second surgery, a tracheostomy, to assist him in breathing.

Despite these efforts, Baskar’s journey to recovery is far from over. He was shifted to the high dependency ward, unable to talk or walk. The doctors have determined that his spinal injury requires at least six weeks of intensive rehabilitation. The road ahead is fraught with challenges, but Baskar remains resilient, holding onto hope for a better tomorrow.

The cost of his extensive medical treatment has been staggering. As of July 11th, 2024, the hospital bills have soared to SGD 180,000. For a migrant worker like Baskar, this amount is insurmountable. He and his family are facing an overwhelming financial burden, unable to bear the weight of these expenses. His insurance coverage only covers SGD 60,000 and that's not enough to help Baskar.

Today, Baskar needs our help. He has given so much in pursuit of a better life, and now he needs us to stand by him in his time of need. We are reaching out to you, compassionate hearts, to extend your support to Baskar and his family. Your generous contributions can make a significant difference in covering his medical bills and supporting his rehabilitation journey.

[vanilasky]

Okay, I just saw a tiktok with a really great take on what is recently going on with Carlos and Rebecca's' relationship and I feel like sharing this here.

In my opinion it's pretty obvious this is a classic PR relationship. She may have not been the best choice considering her being an escort and generally very questionable person, but she was certainly in the right place at the right time to be the best possible choice. She did the Ferrari commercial and fans already noticed that Carlos and Isa were growing apart. Could there be a better way to sell cars than pairing one of your drivers with a "model" who appeared in the commercial?

Apart from that, during Carlos and Isa's relationship we barely saw these two together. Carlos kept saying he protects love and he isn't an affectionate man. And suddenly, just after he announced he broke up with her, we were inundated with pictures of him and Rebecca holding hands, hugging etc. In a spare of two months there were already more pictures of these two together than with him and Isa. What happened to the "I protect love" agenda? And to the people saying that "omg he's finally in love so he can show how happy he is". Nobody can force a twenty-something, rich, childless man to be trapped in a loveless relationship. Especially when your work allows him to travel all around the world and you don't have any commitments.

The weird thing about these photos is that they are always staged and forced. Or leaked to the gossip pages by Rebecca's friend who decided to go public for 10 minutes. There is always at least one photo or one video when Carlos looks directly into the camera and poses cause he knows he's being filmed. He's holding her hand, hugging her or so. But when he doesn't know there's a camera on him, suddenly Rebecca disappears. He's totally ignoring her which is easy to see on some of Singapore's videos from the party. She's basically pushed back from his circles into the crowd.

And now we are coming to the photo posted on "accident" by Pierre. That's the take from tiktok so it's not mine but I feel like sharing it. Pierre posted that photo because the gossip accounts weren't enough. Not many people visit those types of accounts regularly since not all of them are interested in sportsmen's love life. But there's a 99,9% chance that people invested in sport will follow a sportsperson. Therefore, more people will see the photo and start searching. "Leaking" the photos to the gossip account by unknown sources wasn't enough for them. After the Singapore party there were already many people who started digging into Rebecca's past. They found out she is an escort and so they figured out she's only there to escort him to parties. A photo was used as proof that she's not only an escort (look, he took her on a date with his team) and to make this stunt feel more real because it came from Pierre. And obviously Pierre is kinda known in the F1 community as a creator of chaos. There were lots of people saying he made this as revenge on Carlos for calling him "pobrectio".

Last but not least, it's obvious she's (or all of them) are reading what people are saying. When she was at the paddock on Friday people were saying she always looks sloppy, dresses badly and always has her hair up. On Saturday she was wearing a dress, high heels and had her hair down. But sadly, no one cared cause even the gossip accounts didn't notice she was there in the first place. They were writing about Alexa (Charles' girlfriend) being there, but no one mentioned Rebecca, who was standing just a few meters away from Alexa. They posted about her only when another "unknown source" sent them the video of her being in the Ferrari's hospitality.

Honestly I don't know why Carlos' agreed on this. Seems like a very poor move from his team cause the only people who believe it's a true love are twelve years old or bots accounts. He will now be seen either as a person who hangs out with escorts, or as a man who is easy to manipulate and cannot stay single for three minutes. And for her, this whole stunt will backfire at some point. Not only was she not able to erase her past from the internet but people are already finding more questionable stuff about her. If there's at least one smart person involved in this, it's time to stop this.

[the-garbanzo-annex-jr]

OPEDS

Is it time to go?

By Howard Sackstein

Today, the South African Jewish community numbers but one third of what it did at its peak. Though our numbers have shrunk, the vibrancy of our community has remained intact.

In the 1970s and 1980s they used to joke, “When the Jews go; it’s time to leave, when the Portuguese go; it’s too late.”

The clock ticked, and stopped on 7 October 2023.

The behaviour of the South African government was nothing short of betrayal. President Cyril Ramaphosa’s failure to condemn the 7 October massacre; his failure to reach out to the families of the two South Africans massacred in the Hamas genocide; his failure to act on the two South Africans kidnapped by Hamas; and his smirk blame of Israel for deserving the attack two weeks after the massacre, while wearing a Palestinian keffiyeh, will forever be a symbol of his Judas moment.

In American politics, they talk of a “tortoise on a lamppost”. Sometimes, the tortoise mistakenly believes that it got onto the lamppost by itself.

Ramaphosa’s spineless leadership has allowed his jihadist foreign minister, Dr Naledi Pandor, and her mujahidin director general, Zane Dangor, to direct foreign policy without intervention. Pandor mislead Parliament by claiming that there were no beheadings of babies and that Israel had attacked the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital. With no South African diplomats in Israel and Al Jazeera as her only source of information, Pandor meanders in the dark. Her ignorance, however, is self-inflicted. Her department was invited to view the 47-minute video of Hamas-captured atrocities, and declined to attend.

Hamas informs us that Pandor telephoned it to congratulate it on the success of its “Al-Aqsa Flood” attack on Israel. Pandor claimed that she was merely offering humanitarian assistance, but refused to release the “call-out” transcript of the conversation. As a convert to Islam, Pandor uses her own zealotry to pursue a pro-Hamas agenda to the detriment of South Africa.

In December, Hamas visited South Africa, was feted in our Parliament, and celebrated in the African National Congress’ (ANC’s) offices in Johannesburg. When Ramaphosa finally met the South African Jewish Board of Deputies, he sprinted to issue a statement and later, while meeting the Muslim community, stated that they had issued a statement as “we’re concerned there are distortions”. Given that the president’s statement was issued first, this both makes no logical sense and effectively paints the official representative body of Jews in South Africa as liars.

It’s a clash of civilizations. Jews have traditionally ascribed to the values of Western liberal democracy. In the ANC’s hard-left, revolutionary world view, Western interests must be opposed everywhere – in Ukraine, in Morocco, and in Israel. South Africa believes that it must be the vanguard liberation movement celebrating the imagined successes of Iran, Cuba, Venezuela, and Russia. Pandor is currently attending the 7th Africa-Cuba Solidarity Conference in White River.

But actions have consequences. The West is becoming increasingly disenchanted by South Africa’s antics. Last year, South Africa’s invitation to the G7 Summit didn’t materialise, and the currency has lost 50% of its value under Ramaphosa. The renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act looks increasingly precarious together with the approximately 250 000 jobs it created. South Africa is increasingly isolated from those countries which could help it the most.

Ramaphosa had a choice to turn South Africa into a Singapore or a Sudan. He chose Sudan.

[mariacallous]

In December last year, the UK’s shadow health secretary, Wes Streeting, visited Singapore General Hospital, regarded as one of the best in the world. What he witnessed there surprised him: “Patients arrive having already registered their appointments via an app. They check in on touchscreen kiosks awaiting them at reception. Tablets at their bedside allow them to read about their treatment or call for assistance,” Streeting says. “This is Space Age stuff compared with where the NHS is today.” Streeting characterizes the National Health Service as an “analog system in a digital age.”

“When I visit a hospital, doctors often take out their pagers to show me what they are forced to work with,” Streeting says. According to estimates, 13.5 million hours of GPs’ time is wasted every year due to inadequate IT. Fixing that would be the equivalent of hiring 8,000 new NHS doctors. “For the past 14 years, modernization of the NHS has been put on the back burner by a Conservative government which opts for sticking plasters instead of the major surgery that’s required,” says Streeting, who added that he fears that five more years of Tory mismanagement could mean the NHS ends up like the failed British retailer Woolworths—“a much-loved national institution which failed to change with the times and was left behind.”

Central to Streeting’s plan to fix the NHS is the NHS app, which has been downloaded by 31 million people in England and Wales. “It has the potential to transform how the NHS interacts with patients and promote better public health,” he says. He points out that, for instance, only one in every 200 GP appointments are currently made via the app. “In too many cases, patients still wait on the phone at 8 am, or even queue up in person in the cold on a frosty morning just to see a doctor.”

The NHS app could not only allow appointments to be made, but also let patients receive notifications about vaccine campaigns, health tests, cancer screening, and even upcoming clinical trials. “Clinical trials can use genomics to identify patients who will benefit from the latest treatments, but they struggle to recruit—not for a lack of people willing to take part, but because they can’t access basic data,” he said. He promised that Labour would clamp down on bureaucracy and allow clinical trials to recruit volunteers via the app. “During the pandemic, half a million people signed up to the vaccine trials registry,” he says. “If we can do it to defeat Covid, we can do it to cure cancer.”

At the core of Labour’s plan is patient data. Recently, the NHS has announced the launch of a federated data platform that would centralize hospital data, but would not include general practice or social care data. “The NHS has struck gold here, yet it’s leaving it in the ground,” Streeting says. “General practice data is key to unlocking better population health outcomes.”

Streeting promises that a Labour government would ensure a transparent process about what aspects of patient data would be shared and with whom, as well as the necessary safeguards to ensure patient confidentiality. As for those who oppose it on the grounds of privacy concerns, he has a simple message: “It’s a fight that a Labour government is willing to have,” he says. “While the tinfoil hat brigade takes to TikTok to urge followers to opt out of sharing their data with the NHS—the irony isn’t lost on me—the government refuses to take on their fear mongering.”

He recalled when, last January, he met the parents of a 2-year-old boy at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool. “They have been through hell,” he says. “In his short life, he has already had five operations on his heart.” When he asked them what their main frustration had been, however, the answer surprised him: technology. “Their local GP couldn’t access the notes from Alder Hey and the hospital couldn’t read the records held by their GP. It meant that on every appointment they had to repeat themselves again and again. The health service should be lessening their worry, not adding to their stress.”

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thank you so much for the tag @3ncr1pted! completely forgot that this had been sitting in my drafts till now:,)

15 Questions

Are you named after anyone? i was named after my great-grandmother.

When was the last you cried? yesterday! i cry easily, it's cathartic.

Do you have kids? nope

What sports do you play/have you played? i used to fence semi-competitively. but yeah I'm rubbish at everything else - badminton is pretty big in my country and i'm embarrassingly bad at it. also, i started running last summer and it's been great, but i haven't really had the time to do it regularly anymore.

Do you use sarcasm? occasionally? i wouldn't say i use it more than the average person, though

What is the first thing you notice about people? their demeanour and the way they speak.

What is your eye color? brown

Scary movies or happy endings? i love both but probably happy endings. I sometimes get tired of watching shows where the main message is that humanity sucks and we are all selfish creatures doomed for misery. I just would prefer to believe that we are all meant to experience happiness!

Where were you born? in a hospital in singapore.

Any talents? singing maybe? i did the whole ABRSM grading thing and i used to perform in a choir so i think that counts. not sure if fermenting things is a talent but i used to brew kombucha myself. now that i'm in uni, i had to give away my SCOBY because no one at home was willing to take care of it:,) it was so fun experimenting with different flavours though! when uni's over, i'll start on that again. I've also been meaning to learn how to make my own kimchi and maybe sauerkraut?

What are your hobbies? i read (less than i probably should). i usually gravitate towards sci-fi and fantasy but i read a ton of fiction in general. i'd say neil gaiman is my favourite author if i had to pick and i've been waiting for seven sisters to come out for years at this point. boo. i also watch a lot of shows! when i was younger that was mainly anime, but now I'll watch whatever if it seems interesting. i occasionally play some video games, but those are usually visual novels and point-and-click RPGs. outside of general media consumption, i really like hiking, crocheting and writing.

Do you have any pets? i have two back in singapore:) a dog and a cat. i love them sm <3

How tall are you? 159 cm. there was a time when i was pissed that i'd never reach the 160s but then i realised it Did Not Matter.

Favorite subject at school? English Literature, Chemistry.

Dream job? to own a tiny cafe or book store where i'd have a slightly overweight cat to keep me company. realistically though, i think i'd get bored and more practically, we live in a capitalist hellscape and i need to make money to support my family, so i just hope the corporate law job i sold my soul for is interesting enough for me to enjoy it.

tagging whoever reads this and wants to do it!!

[jordanianroyals]

12 January 2024: Crown Prince Hussein, during a meeting with Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, reaffirmed the deep-rooted strategic relations between the two countries, stressing the need to enhance cooperation in various areas, especially economic fields.

At the meeting held at Istana Palace, he highlighted the importance of cooperation agreements between the two countries, some of which were exchanged during His Royal Highness’ visit, according to a Royal Court statement.

The Crown Prince expressed appreciation of Singaporean institutions’ cooperation with Jordan in knowledge exchange in administrative reform, education, and technical and vocational training.

He noted the Singaporean government’s relief and humanitarian efforts in Gaza, stressing that Jordan continues to work towards regional peace and security, which cannot be reached without a just solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. (Source: Jordan Times)

For his part, the prime minister of Singapore commended the humanitarian efforts led by Jordan since the beginning of the war on Gaza.

His Royal Highness attended an official lunch hosted by the prime minister in his honour and in honour of the accompanying delegation, which was also attended by senior Singaporean officials.

In remarks at the lunch, His Royal Highness thanked Singapore’s government for the warm welcome and hospitality during his first official visit to Singapore.

His Royal Highness expressed pride in the growing strategic relations between the two countries over the past decades, noting that both Jordan and Singapore work towards the betterment and prosperity of their peoples.

The Crown Prince said the visit comes at a difficult and painful time for the region.

His Royal Highness noted “the heart-rending scenes coming out of Gaza, the massive loss of innocent lives, the unspeakable daily suffering, the deliberate destruction of not only the essential infrastructure, but also of culture, heritage and places of worship, not to mention the shattering of dreams and hopes of entire generations.”

“The bloodshed must cease. The suffering must end. The internally displaced must return. The deprived rights must be restored,” the Crown Prince said.

His Royal Highness continued, “These critical times require collective action and combined strengths towards the common good; a good that is achieved by equal and unselective adherence to international laws and norms. We are in dire need for voices of wisdom and empathy to prevail over those of division and apathy.”

The Crown Prince highlighted Jordan’s efforts, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, to keep the Palestinian issue an international priority.

His Royal highness referred to King Abdullah’s keynote address five years ago at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies in Singapore, in which His Majesty stressed that “core crisis of our region is the long denial of Palestinian statehood, and that the continuation of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict fuels global discord and radicalism.”

The Crown Prince reiterated that the two-state solution is the only solution to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, stressing that Jordan continues to exert all efforts to reach regional peace and security, along with its allies and friends.

His Royal Highness thanked the Singaporean government for voting in favour of the UN General Assembly resolution proposed by Jordan to stop the war on Gaza and impose an immediate and sustainable truce.

Turning to bilateral relations, the Crown Prince said he is happy to witness new opportunities for synergy and cooperation between Jordan and Singapore, reaffirming Jordan’s keenness to bolster knowledge exchange with Singapore and to learn from its experience.

Speaking at the official lunch, the prime minister commended the deep-rooted partnership between the two countries, noting that Jordan was one of four co-sponsors of Singapore’s application for UN membership when Singapore became independent in 1965.

“Singapore and Jordan signed a Free Trade Agreement in 2005, Singapore’s first with a country from the Middle East,” he added.

The prime minister highlighted the people-to-people ties and close cooperation between the two countries in higher education and vocational training, expressing Singapore’s keenness on expanding its partnership with Jordan.

He noted previous visits exchanged between the two countries, noting His Majesty’s most recent visit to Singapore in 2019, when the King delivered the keynote speech at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies.

“His Majesty spoke about the importance of interfaith dialogue as a key ingredient for building cohesive societies,” the prime minister said, adding, “His Majesty’s words deeply resonated with Singaporeans given our multi-racial and multi-ethnic society, where harmony and social cohesion are some cardinal values of the nation.”

Addressing the Crown Prince, he said “Your Royal Highness’ visit has strengthened our cooperation in several new areas,” noting the signing of several agreements in fields such as youth development, environmental management, vocational and technical training, and civil service training.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, Minister of Digital Economy and Entrepreneurship Ahmad Hanandeh, Planning Minister Zeina Toukan, Jordan’s Ambassador to Singapore Samer Naber, and Director of the Office of the Crown Prince Zaid Baqain attended the meeting and the lunch.

[beardedmrbean]

HANOI, Vietnam (AP) — Nguyen Phu Trong, general secretary of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party and the country’s most powerful politician, has died following months of ill health, official media said Friday. He was 80.

“General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party Nguyen Phu Trong passed away at 13:38 on July 19, 2024, at the 108 Central Military Hospital due to old age and serious illness,” the Nhan Dan newspaper said.

Official media said a state funeral would be held.

Trong had dominated Vietnamese politics since 2011, when he was elected party chief. During his tenure, he worked to consolidate the Communist Party’s power in Vietnam’s single-party political system. In the decade before he took the top role in Vietnamese politics, the balance of power had shifted more toward the governmental wing led by then-Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung.

Born in 1944 in Hanoi, Trong was a Marxist-Leninist ideologue who earned a degree in philosophy before becoming a member of the Communist Party at the age of 22. He viewed corruption as the single gravest threat in maintaining the party’s legitimacy.

“A country without discipline would be chaotic and unstable,” Trong said in 2016 after being reelected to the party’s helm. Officially, Vietnam has no top leader, but the Communist Party chief is traditionally seen as the most powerful.

He launched a sweeping anti-corruption campaign known as the “blazing furnace” that singed both business and political elites. Since 2016, thousands of party officials have been disciplined. They included former presidents Nguyen Xuan Phuc and Vo Van Thuong and the former head of parliament, Vuong Dinh Hue. In all, eight members of the powerful Politburo were ousted on corruption allegations, compared to none between 1986 and 2016.

Trong studied in the Soviet Union from 1981 to 1983, and there was speculation that under his leadership, Vietnam would move closer to Russia and China. However, the Southeast Asian nation followed a pragmatic policy of “bamboo diplomacy,” a phrase he coined that referred to the plant’s flexibility, bending but not breaking in the shifting headwinds of geopolitics.

Vietnam maintained its traditional ties with its much larger neighbor, China, dispute differences over sovereignty in the South China Sea. But it also drew closer to the United States, elevating its ties with its former Vietnam War foe to its highest diplomatic status, a comprehensive strategic partnership.

Trong’s legacy is mixed, with the unintended consequence of the anti-graft campaign being an erosion of institutions within the Communist Party, said Nguyen Khac Giang, a visiting fellow in the Vietnam Studies Program at Singapore’s ISEAS–Yusof Ishak Institute. The party institutions were the bedrock ensuring that a balance of power remained among its different factions, he said.

“Vietnam has become more and more like China, where institutions and norms doesn’t really matter as much as personal power,” Giang said.

Vietanamese President To Lam was appointed the party caretaker on July 18 while Trong received treatment for his ill health. As Vietnam’s top security official, Lam had led the anti-graft campaign until becoming president in May, when his predecessor resigned after being caught up in it.

The party’s Politburo asked Lam to “preside over the work of the Party Central Committee, the Politburo, and the Secretariat,” according to a statement from its central office which was the first official confirmation of Trong’s poor health.

Rumors about his health have swirled in Vietnamese politics since he was first hospitalized in 2019, and more recently when he appeared extremely frail while meeting visiting Russian President Vladmir Putin.

Trong’ death leaves behind a yawning political vacuum in Vietnam. Although Lam is widely viewed as the likely next party chief, Giang predicted “a very uncertain time” in Vietnamese politics because the norms and institutions governing the country are “very shaky.”

“Now it isn’t only about the rules or norms, but it is also about who holds the most power,” Giang said.

The central committee of the Chinese Communist Party sent its condolences to its Vietnamese counterpart and “deeply mourned” Trong’s death, the state-run Xinhua news agency reported Friday.

[berylcups]

*Coming to get your child support money intensifies*

This is my VERY LAST PT 3 OC. 😩 This is Sachiko Kyari! Dolces mom/egg donor. She’s a really shitty mom and person in general. She’s Japanese,  25 years old living in Singapore with her parents and had Dolce at 16. Whos the baby daddy ??? Rubber Soul of course! Dummy had no rubber and weak pull out game. 🤦‍♀️  Their relationship is very chaotic. On and off again over and over… Neither side took the relationship seriously. (If you want a better picture of the relationship: think Frank Reynolds and Artemis from IASIP 😅)  it’s only more screwed up because there’s a child involved. Thank god for Dolces grandparents for some normalcy.

She’s a model for a make up brand. After encountering Dio she became a sort of black widow esque hitman for him in hopes of charming him like the other female Dio lovers …that and she really wants his fortune he promised. Unfortunately for her, she’s the weakest stand user of the minor arcane— Quartz Wands.  Her stand is a stained glass moth with an eye pattern that releases a glittery dust as it flaps its wings. The dust when inhaled caused nonsensical sense disruption. It can cause your speech and motor skills to reverse. (ex: Use your left hand to punch, you end up using your right. Or saying a sentence backwards)  this is a very debilitating stand to fight against but it’s not harmful in the slightest. She’s the last person the SDCs fight in Singapore. 

Once beaten she cowardly begs for mercy us;ing her child as a reason not to be fully hospitalized. Unlike her baby daddy, she doesn’t have any other tricks up her sleeve… She just got her new rhinoplasty and doesn’t want Jotaro to ruin it. 😭

“Hey hey hey~! Cool it there ! Have some mercy! Are you really going to beat up on a woman? I’m a mommy you know… what will my little Sadako think when I’m all bloodied up and casted up in the hospital? Have a heart Jojo baby! Im just a single mom!”

She’s a pretty lousy person. Only thinking about herself. She has a very obnoxious laugh. She’s attractive but her very forwardness can make some of the other guys uncomfortable. 

Either way she somehow makes her way into a rich assholes heart and moves back to japan leaving Dolce with Rubber Soul...which if you read Dolces bio, you know what happens. 😬

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Cursed Conversation

🟡: I was having an argument with Sachiko because a couple of weeks before we had some makeup sex in a dumpster out in the back of Jollibee's. She… incorporated, a bun, in the lovemaking. She took the uh… the dough—and rolled it into a ball and she-uh. She. Uh we were going berserk-she loves that kind of stuff…And I uh, I-I admit, I do too. So—

🔫 🐴:  Rubber Soul, we don’t need to hear this part of the story! Ok?!  Can you just tell us about the Joestars? Stick to the day you encountered the Joestars!

IM SORRY

[9w1ft]

As an American, is it greedy or even possible in your opinion to purchase Tokyo Dome tickets for February? I’m honestly looking for a reason to visit Japan

while i’ve lived in japan for half my life, i am an american by nationality as well so i’m not sure if i am the best person to answer this. but as someone who might be closer than you to the situation, i will share my perspective.. definitely seek out the opinions of people located in other asia countries though!!

if you are worried if it is greedy, i might wait to see if tickets are still available for general sale after presale (we should know this around 7/15, when presale results are announced). i also think it might be worthwhile to take into account how oversold singapore is (22 million registrations!). there are many countries whose only two viable options rn are singapore or tokyo

now, if you have plans to visit tokyo anyway, you might consider to stop by the ticket counter located outside the stadium on the day of to check for last minute availability, and see if there is a line or not. i feel like you have the slight chance of getting a nosebleed ticket. my friend did this for rep tour. granted, taylor is more popular than ever so… it’s definitely not a guarantee but, it’s better than leaving a seat empty, right? and if you’re out of luck, you can enjoy the festive environment outside. people dress up really creatively and it’s quite fun just to hang.

*please take note that tokyo dome is a closed stadium so you won’t really be able to tailgate. well, around the stadium is very walkable and hospitable but, i don’t think you’ll be able to hear.

[agtictl23]

SESSION 5. COMPUTER CRIME

READ: ICTL TEXTBOOK CHAPTER 4

OPTIONAL REFERENCE: L&T BOOK CHAPTER 19

‘Computer Crime’ v. ‘Cybercrime’: Computer and internet usage is on the rise due to lower costs and easier accessibility. As it is another mode of transaction and one that is heavily dependent on the interaction through computers and automatic agents rather than face-to-face meetings, it is another avenue for crimes to perpetuate. What we call “cybercrime” largely consists of common crime, the commission of which involves the use of computer technology, and for which penalties already exists under the Penal Code. Substantively, there is no difference between generic individual crimes such as fraud, theft, extortion, harassment, forgery, impersonation, etc. and their cyber-analogues. Only those that relate specifically to computer usage and materials, etc. are specialized offences for which the Computer Misuse Act (CMA) was specifically enacted to tackle. What is the difference between “Computer Crime” and “Cybercrime” and how are they treated under Singapore’s criminal law?

The Computer Misuse and Cybersecurity Act: The original Computer Misuse Act (CMA) arose directly out of the increased usage of computers and the internet as well as to protect certain features from objectionable activities. We will be generally considering the Act, its coverage and effect, and some cases illustrating the offences committed thereunder. To deal with new potential abuses of computer systems, the Computer Misuse Act entered into force in 1993. Thereafter, the CMA was amended from time to time to keep up with the changes in technology and to addresses new potential computer abuses such as denial or interruption of computer services and unauthorised disclosure of access codes. The Act was renamed in 2013 as the Computer Misuse and Cybersecurity Act (Cap 50A, 2013 Rev Ed) (CMCA), and provided for penalties proportionate to the different levels of potential and actual harm that may be caused by an offence. For example, it defines a class of critical computer systems (“protected computers”) and provides them with enhanced punishment in case of an offence. This applies to computers used by important institutions including the police, civil defence force, the military, national utilities companies, telecommunications companies, transportation services, major banks, and various emergency services. The CMCA also sought to enhance security, deter computer criminals with harsh penalties, and broaden the powers of the police to investigate such misdeeds. The CMCA was amended in 2017 with additional provisions to deal more with cybersecurity concerns; however, in 2018, after the enactment of the Cybersecurity Act (CA), the CMCA reverted to CMA with the security provisions moved to the CA.

Computer Crime Offences: The offences under the CMA are found in Part II of the Act, from sections 3 to 10. All the provisions provide for enhanced penalties when damage is caused, but the question is damage to what, and in what form? Also, under section 11, there is further enhanced punishment if the computer concerned is a “protected computer” (e.g. computers used for public safety, national defence, hospitals, etc.). The abetment and attempt of any of the CMA offences also constitutes the offence abetted or attempted and is punishable as that offence under section 12. The extra-territorial scope of the CMA is provided for under section 13. What is its effect and how effective can it be in the cyberspace where many actors can be sited, and acts can be committed, in other countries?

Consider the following:

Unauthorised Access to computer material (s.3 CMA): Mainly enacted to deal with hacking, it has since shown that it can extend to other forms of modus operandi. Present some reported cases and scenarios to explain how the provision works and what is required to make out a case under this provision. Do the “knowledge” relate only to the act of securing access or does it also relate to the lack of authorisation? What constitutes “unauthorized access”?

Access to computer material to commit/facilitate the commission of other offences (s.4 CMA): Examples are fraud, impersonation/identity theft or theft of finances such as credit card skimming, Phishing, Carding, Pharming. Explain the statutory limitations/conditions to the scope of this provision and the need to read/couple it with a substantive provisions in other criminal law statutes (esp. the Penal Code). Which offences/provisions in the Penal Code are relevant here. What are the differences between ss.3 & 4 of the CMA?

(a) Unauthorised Modification of computer material (s.5 CMA): The usual cases involve the defacing of websites through the use of computer viruses or worms, etc. Explain the elements of the provision and provide real world examples of such offences. (b) Unauthorised Use or Interception of computer services (s.6 CMA): The cases often involve phone/pager cloning and the tapping of cable broadcast service for free usage or mischief. Explain the elements of the provision and provide real world examples of such offences.

(a) Unauthorised Obstruction of computer usage (s.7 CMA): This will apply, for example, to system attacks, e-mail bombing and denial of service attacks. Explain the elements of the provision and provide real world examples of such offences. (b) Unauthorised Disclosure of access codes (s.8 CMA): An example is the transfer of one’s password to another to gain access to a computer or network without permission. What constitutes “wrongful gain”, “unlawful purpose” and “wrongful loss”? Explain these elements of the provision and provide real world examples of such offences.

(a) What is the objective and effect of the new provisions of the CMA in relation to the use of personal data obtained through existing offences and the act of obtaining tools to commit CMA offences (new ss.9 & 10 CMA). Compare these provisions to the existing provisions of the Act (e.g. the current provision on abetment and attempted (s.12 CMA). (b) What is the purpose and effect of the changes to the jurisdictional provision, particularly from the cybersecurity standpoint? (amended s13 CMA).

Future of Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity is increasingly an issue that the government is concerned with. Although the CMA contained provisions for the Minister to act and for investigations into cybersecurity issues, the Act was amended in 2013 to give the Minister even stronger powers to prevent or counter threats to national security, etc. by taking any measures necessary to prevent or counter any threat to a computer or computer service or any class of computers or computer services. These may cover the “cyberterrorism” phenomenon. Due to the heightened concerns with cybersecurity, the Act contained interim provisions on the issue until a standalone Cybersecurity Act was enacted in 2018. Nevertheless, the CMA provisions continues to be relevant as a part of the arsenal against cyber attacks and to address security concerns.

Cybersecurity Act: The 2018 Act is mainly procedural and relates to CIIs, empowering the Cybersecurity Commissioner to investigate and prevent breach/leak incidents, certification of service providers as well as breach reporting obligations. The approach is one of ‘light touch’ and can overlap with the work of the PDPC and the police under the CMA.

Reference: (optional)

Gregor Urbas, An Overview of Cybercrime Legislation and Cases in Singapore, ASLI Working Paper Series No. 001, December 2008

Cases:

Lim Siong Khee v Public Prosecutor [2001] 2 SLR 342; [2001] SGHC 69 [ss 2(2), (5), 3(1), 8(1)]

Public Prosecutor v Muhammad Nuzaihan bin Kamal Luddin [2000] 1 SLR 34; [1999] SGHC 275 [ss 3(1), 5(1), 6(1)(a)]

Statutes: (for reference in class, important provisions will be highlights during class)

Computer Misuse Act (2020 Rev. Ed.)

Cybersecurity Act (No. 9 of 2018)

CoE Cybercrime Convention

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Interactive Kiosk Market - Structure, Size, Trends, Analysis and Outlook 2022-2030

Interactive Kiosk Industry Overview

The global interactive kiosk market size was valued at USD 28.45 billion in 2021 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.1% from 2022 to 2030. 

Due to the high development in payment and security technologies, the market has witnessed rapid growth over the past few years. Many of the self-service kiosk manufacturers will continue to extract these technologies’ maximum potential and are expected to include them as an indispensable component of their product offering. Interactive kiosks help prevent long queues at public places, such as inquiry counters at railway stations, banks, and malls and check-in counters at airports. At places, such as hospitals and government offices, they help reduce the paperwork associated with visitor data collection and enhance visitors’ experiences.

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An increase in product adoption in the BFSI and retail segments is expected to be a major growth driver for the market. Some of the major manufacturers are already working on developing and integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based technology in interactive kiosks. For instance, ViaTouch Media has introduced AI-based kiosks, which enable shoppers to examine the products before making a purchase. As products are removed from the retailer’s shelf, a video screen above displays product information to the customer. The growing problems due to the outbreak of COVID-19 have increased the adoption of self-checkout kiosks to avoid human interaction. As self-checkout kiosks ensure social distancing in stores, they pave the way for a little human interaction.

Looking forward to driving the adoption of and advantages offered by interactive kiosks to customers, the vendors operating in the market have launched various advanced solutions and technologies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has doubled the R&D spending and innovation by the vendors. For instance, kiosk systems with temperature sensors, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)-dispensing kiosks, smart kiosks that collect swab samples for COVID-19 tests, and mobile testing kiosks are some of the latest solutions launched by the vendors operating in the market. The vendors are expected to continue focusing on product innovation and development to gain a significant share in the years to come.

Interactive Kiosk Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global interactive kiosk market report on the basis of component, type, end use, and region:

Component Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

Hardware

Display

Printer

Others

Software

Windows

Android

Linux

Others (iOS, Others)

Service

Integration & Deployment

Managed Services

Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

Automated Teller Machines (ATMs)

Retail Self-Checkout Kiosks

Self-Service Kiosks

Vending Kiosks

End Use Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

BFSI

Retail

Food & Beverage

Healthcare

Government

Travel & Tourism

Others

Regional Outlook (Revenue, USD Million, 2017 - 2030)

North America

US

Canada

Europe

UK

Germany

France

Asia Pacific

China

India

Japan

Singapore

Thailand

Indonesia

Malaysia

Vietnam

Australia

Latin America

Brazil

Middle East & Africa (MEA)

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The global hybrid printing technologies market size was estimated at USD 4.59 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.3% from 2024 to 2030.

The global 4D printing market size was estimated at USD 156.8 million in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 35.8% from 2024 to 2030. 

Key Companies & Market Share Insights

The market is characterized by the presence of a few players accounting for significant industry share. New product launches and technology partnerships are some of the major strategies adopted by key companies to strengthen their market position. Key industry players are also heavily investing in research & development projects and focusing on establishing production infrastructure to develop and offer differentiated and cost-effective self-service solutions. The Meridian, Advanced Kiosk, and Kiosk Information System have a strong market presence due to the availability of a strong R&D department and production facilities. The companies mainly focus on product innovation and effective distribution through a strong network of partners in multiple countries, such as the U.S., Germany, India, and Brazil. Some of the key players in the global interactive kiosk market include:

NCR Corp.

Diebold Nixdorf AG

ZEBRA Technologies Corp.

Advanced Kiosks

Embross Group

GRGBanking

IER SAS

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Are There Accommodation Options Available Near MDIS Malaysia?

If you're considering pursuing a diploma in education at the Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) Malaysia, one of the essential aspects to plan for is your accommodation. Fortunately, students have a variety of housing options available near the MDIS Malaysia campus, offering comfort and convenience for their academic journey.

On-Campus Accommodation

MDIS Malaysia provides students with on-campus accommodation, offering a safe and student-centric environment. This option is ideal for those who prefer to live close to their classes, reducing commute time and allowing for easier access to campus facilities.

Benefits of on-campus accommodation:

Proximity to campus: Students can easily attend classes and use library and recreational facilities.

Security: On-campus housing is typically monitored with security personnel and surveillance, ensuring a safe environment for students.

Community Living: Living on-campus allows students to engage with peers and participate in campus life activities.

Off-Campus Accommodation

For students who prefer living off-campus, there are several accommodation options available near MDIS Malaysia. These include private apartments, student hostels, and shared housing.

Popular off-campus accommodation options include:

Private Apartments: Apartments in nearby areas are a popular choice for students seeking more privacy and space. These apartments often come fully furnished with essential amenities.

Student Hostels: Many hostels are designed specifically for students, offering shared rooms, study spaces, and common areas. These hostels usually include meal plans and offer a community-oriented atmosphere.

Shared Housing: Renting a house or apartment with fellow students can be a cost-effective option. Sharing the cost of rent and utilities makes this an affordable and sociable living arrangement.

Cost of Living Near MDIS Malaysia

The cost of living in Malaysia is relatively affordable compared to other countries in the region, making it easier for students to find reasonably priced housing. Rental prices vary depending on the type of accommodation and its distance from the campus. Typically, on-campus accommodation is more affordable and convenient, while off-campus housing may offer more variety and flexibility.

When considering your budget, also factor in other living expenses such as:

Transportation: Public transportation options are widely available, including buses and taxis. Students may also opt to rent bicycles or use ride-hailing services.

Meals: Many on-campus housing options include meal plans, while off-campus residents can enjoy the diverse local food options or prepare their meals in shared kitchens.

Proximity to Essential Amenities

Whether you choose to live on-campus or off-campus, accommodation near MDIS Malaysia is generally located close to essential amenities such as:

Supermarkets: For groceries and daily necessities.

Cafés and Restaurants: A variety of dining options offering local and international cuisine.

Healthcare Facilities: Clinics and hospitals are easily accessible for medical needs.

Public Transportation: Buses, taxis, and ride-sharing services make commuting to and from the campus convenient.

Tips for Choosing Accommodation

When selecting accommodation near MDIS Malaysia, keep the following in mind:

Budget: Ensure the rent and living costs fit within your budget, including utilities and transportation.

Location: Consider the proximity to campus and other essential services.

Roommates: If you prefer shared housing, make sure to find compatible roommates to enhance your living experience.

Facilities: Check if the accommodation provides necessary amenities such as Wi-Fi, laundry services, and study areas.

Conclusion

Pursuing a diploma in education at MDIS Malaysia is a rewarding experience, and finding the right accommodation is an important part of that journey. Whether you choose to live on-campus for convenience or opt for off-campus housing for more independence, Malaysia offers a variety of affordable and comfortable options to meet your needs. Make sure to explore all the possibilities to find the perfect home for your studies!

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The Evolution and Growth of the Cruise Industry

The cruise industry has experienced remarkable growth over the past few decades, transforming from a niche luxury experience to a mainstream vacation option accessible to millions worldwide. Today, cruise lines offer a wide array of experiences, catering to diverse demographics, ranging from families and couples to solo travelers and adventure enthusiasts. This article explores the evolution, current trends, and the future of the cruise industry, including its environmental impact and role in global tourism.

The Evolution of the Cruise Industry

The cruise industry began as an elite experience for the wealthy in the early 19th century, with steamships providing luxurious transatlantic voyages. By the mid-20th century, cruise vacations became more affordable, thanks to innovations in shipbuilding and the rise of mass tourism. Major players like Carnival, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian Cruise Line emerged in the 1970s, offering diverse itineraries and amenities at competitive prices.

Today, the industry is a multi-billion-dollar sector, hosting more than 30 million passengers annually. With the development of mega-ships that resemble floating cities, the industry has expanded to offer everything from gourmet dining and live entertainment to water parks, shopping centers, and even zip lines on board.

Key Trends Shaping the Cruise Industry

Sustainable Cruising: In recent years, there has been increasing pressure on the cruise industry to reduce its environmental footprint. Many cruise lines are adopting green technologies, such as using LNG (liquefied natural gas) as fuel, implementing advanced wastewater treatment systems, and investing in carbon offset programs.

Personalized Experiences: Modern cruise lines offer highly customizable vacation packages. Passengers can choose from a wide range of options, including specialty dining, exclusive shore excursions, and tailored entertainment, ensuring that their vacation experience matches their personal preferences.

Expedition Cruises: Adventurous travelers are increasingly opting for expedition cruises to remote and pristine destinations such as Antarctica, the Arctic, and the Galapagos Islands. These cruises focus on nature, wildlife, and cultural immersion, often featuring expert guides and lecturers.

Technology Integration: Smart technology is revolutionizing the cruise experience. From facial recognition systems for smoother boarding processes to wearable devices that allow guests to make purchases, track locations, and access staterooms, cruise lines are adopting innovative tech to enhance convenience and safety.

Diverse Destinations: While the Caribbean has long been a popular cruise destination, more lines are expanding their offerings to lesser-known locations such as Southeast Asia, the South Pacific, and Northern Europe. These regions offer unique cultural experiences and breathtaking natural landscapes.

The Economic Impact of the Cruise Industry

The cruise industry plays a vital role in the global economy. It creates jobs in shipbuilding, hospitality, tourism, and retail sectors. Popular port cities like Miami, Barcelona, and Singapore benefit from the influx of cruise passengers, which stimulates local businesses, restaurants, and transportation services.

Environmental Challenges and Solutions

Despite its economic benefits, the cruise industry faces criticism for its environmental impact. Cruise ships are often compared to floating cities due to the large amount of waste they generate and the emissions they produce. However, in response to increasing public scrutiny, the industry is working toward becoming more eco-friendly.

Cruise lines are taking steps to improve fuel efficiency, reduce plastic waste, and promote recycling. Many are also exploring the use of renewable energy sources and are committed to reducing their carbon footprint in the coming years. Some companies have pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

The Future of Cruising

The future of the cruise industry looks promising, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and creating unique guest experiences. The pandemic temporarily halted operations, but the industry has since bounced back, with even more emphasis on health and safety. As global travel resumes, the demand for cruising is expected to continue growing, driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements.

In the coming years, we can expect to see more eco-friendly ships, personalized itineraries, and cutting-edge onboard facilities, solidifying the cruise industry’s position as a cornerstone of global tourism.

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STD Screening Singapore: Where to check STD Singapore?

In Singapore, you can get an STD screening at several locations, including:Singapore General Hospital (SGH), National University Hospital (NUH), Tan Tock Seng Hospital (TTSH), Changi General Hospital (CGH), and other public hospitals offer STD screening.Many private clinics across Singapore offer confidential STD screenings.