BATTLE OF WILLS (Time 1 May pg18)
With the fast paced development taking place globally, countries are making great afforts to remain competitive.
This can be seen in Nepal. Nepalese are now protesting for democracy knowing that it will improve the country's well-being and are trying their hardest to get rid of the constituitional king, who is seen arrogant and cold, despite knowing that their lives are at risk.
Although the king has decided to nominate a Prime Minister, no laws have been enforced to prevent him from siezing power again. It is clearly seen that he is more concerned of himself than the country and I believe the civilians are aware of it too as I have read that only when there is real democracy will there be no protests.
Many have also died during the demonstrations and all the king did was to compliment the security forces for dealing with the demonstrators effectively.. COLD
Go Nepal people!!! :)) all the way for democracy
WHAT SORT OF PARTY IS THE WP? (Straits Times 30 April pg 6)
It is the second time Mr Gomez messed up and I seriously feel that this is going to affect the votes much as Mr Low Thia Kiang, the Worker's Party chief do not think so. This is because Mr Gomez mistake did not occur once and it's quite clearly seen that they intended to hide the issue till the PAP kept pressing them. To me it just shows the transparency and responsibility they have. Although it was an innocent mistake an individual made. As a politician, one should be more careful with his actions, bearing in thought that there will be consequences which will not only affect himself but his group.
CHINA AND U.S. THE GREAT DIVIDE (Time 24 April pg18)
One of the world's most important bilateral relationship, China and America. After previous clashes with each other such as their ideologies, it is heartening to see that they are putting effort in forming diplomatic ties with each other.
I believe that the reason behind this diplomacy is for economic benefits. America will benefit as China's economy has boomed and the nation's importance on the world stage has dramatically expanded. China will definitely benefit from this diplomacy as U.S. is still the world's undisputed superpower, much as this gap is narrowing.
Of course the other reason for the diplomacy is for political benefits. Both are big countries, with manpower and technology. Having diplomacy will prevent them from going against each other as often and solving their disagreements more peacefully leading to more stability in the countries. Both countries can also work together to solve common problems.
My father once mentioned that friends are of convenience, I guess that applies to countries as well.
JC STUDENT STUDENT JUMPED TO DEATH DUE HIS PENIS TOO SMALL (Straits Times 20 April pg1)
I find it upsetting that a JC student commited suicide due to such inferiority complex. However like what Mr Praeman said, there must have been other causes as it's quite impossible for pepople to commit suicide based on one reason. I guess that issue might have just tip the scale way too much to the extent of the suicide.
Haha it was my mother who showed me the article, rushing to my room and exclaiming the reason for the suicide and told me not to commit suicide. Haha..no problem..
It is quite alarming to learn that such an incident will happen in Singapore. Thank goodness it is an isolated case. But I do know friends with suicidal thoughts and I feel that talks should be given to teach us to love ourselves more as not everybody have families they can open up to. Although such talks can be boring and may seem absoutely unnecessary, I believe that there are those who might just need these talks in order to give themselves another chance.
All in all suicide is never the solution, instead it brings more problems like causing pain to the families who lost their member due to suicide. Regarding the student commiting suicide due to his small penis is seriously unnecessary and proves him to be less of a man he should be, not being able to face his problems bravely.
IS IT A BOLD MOVE OR A CAVE-IN? (Straits Times 14 April pg22)
I am relieved that the Malaysian Prime Minister Abdullah Badawi has scrapped the bridge project. I certainly do not think it is a cave-in. It took alot of courage to come to a hard decision like this. I also admire the Prime Minister for listening to his people. Although they may not know the full story, it still shows that he is concerned about his people's views.
The Prime Minster also considered the pros and cons carefully knowing that it is an expensive project and relationships with Singapore will be hurt. Even if the bridge is built, there are many conditions imposed by Singapore thus I personally do not think there will be much benefits for Malaysia. The conflict between Malaysia and Singapore is seriously not needed since we are located so close to each other. Therefore the decision was a careful one as it involved many considerations.
IS IT HARDER FOR POOR KIDS TO SHINE IN SCHOOL? (Straits Times 14 April pg47)
Children who are living in poverty might face a more difficult time shining in school. However that does not mean that they will not be able to excel. I have known friends who are financially challenged abd yet they can top their classes. Perhaps this fuels their determaination to study hard to escape that cycle of poverty. I am sure that as long poor kids to not end up in self-pity, they can make it. Plus the government is looking into providing more educational opportunities for them such as by setting up the Opportunity Fund to pay for little extras like school trips and computers.
LINK BETWEEN FISH AND LAND ANIMALS FOUND (Straits Times 7 April pg W22)
It is really exciting to find that there is a link between fish and land animals. With so many questions nature has in store for us, it is great to have answered one more of them. I wonder if there are any links between animals and plants.. I do not really think so though, but it would have been really cool. With the findings of such evolutions, I cannot help wonder if Darwin's theory is true. But it challenges the point of God creating mankind.. ok i better not think about this anymore..
PAP'S SEARCH GOES BEYOND THE HIGH-FLYING SCHOLAR TYPES (Straits Times 6 April pg H5)
It is good to know that PAP is looking for candidates who are capable of leading the country even if he or she is not scholarly. Much as education is very important but if it is going to be the main factor, many potentials will remain untapped. This is especially for those who have failed their English. This is because I have friends who failed their O'level English but scored either straight As or high Bs. I find it such a pity as they are really capable in many ways. I believe that PAP should continue to find new people who may not be scholarly but possess a positive attitude, EQ and the ability to deliver what is promised. In addition with a diversity of people's backgrounds and upbringing, it is more likely they will have an easier time helping our people live better lives.
HE FINDS NO JOY FROM $500K ‘BIRTHDAY GIFT’ (Straits Times 1 April)
I am saddened that Mr. Chong had been gotten into a motorcycle accident 3 years ago and is unable to walk and talk now. His girlfriend had also left him due to the state he is in. It did not help when I realized his girlfriend broke off with him due to the accident. This shows that she does not have true love for him, unable to stand by him when he needed her. Though he is recieving much money he does not have much happiness right now. If he had not been reckless he would not have gotten into an accident and would have been in a good state right now. All in all i feel that money really cannot by happiness.
A ROBOT IN THE KITCHEN (Reader's Digest April 2006)
Technological advancements have increased greatly. Scientists are presently researching on devices that would help very much in kitchens. In another few years robots would be able to do all jobs in houses. Kitchen appliances would become more sophisticated and easier for the owner. I feel that with these advancements it would be much easier for us. As technologies increase our work load decreases and every individual would indeed like that. Even I would want my work load to decrease! But if our work loads decreases we would become lazy and this would be unhealthy. All in all I feel that we should not be fully dependent on technologies.
