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(08-12-2024, 10:42 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]




This's what outside is happening on news: This moment, while we all of us is watching on our hand hp or on TV....Assad, his whereabouts unknown, minutes ago — Assad, run away, not spoken in public as rebel advance, he flew out of Damascus for an unknown... as commander of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, Abu Mohammed al-Julani, says all state institutions remain under supervision of al-Assad’s PM til they are handed over officially

President Zelensky said in a social media post on Dec. 9. Ukraine won't trade young soldiers' lives for better weapons, Zelensky says. News Feed, Ukraine won't trade young soldiers' lives for better weapons, he speaks during a joint press conference on Nov. 19, 2024. 

Ukraine will not use "the youth of soldiers" to make up for its gaps in military equipment and training,. He comments came in response to pressure from U.S. officials and other Western allies for Ukraine to lower its draft age from 25 to 18 in order to mobilize more troops. "We must not compensate the lack of equipment and training with the youth of soldiers," Zelensky said on X.
"Priority should be providing missiles & lowering Russia's military potential, not Ukraine's draft age. Goal should be to preserve as many lives as possible, not to preserve weapons in storage."
https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-wont...nsky-says/

(10-12-2024, 03:23 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]President Zelensky said in a social media post on Dec. 9. Ukraine won't trade young soldiers' lives for better weapons, Zelensky says. News Feed, Ukraine won't trade young soldiers' lives for better weapons, he speaks during a joint press conference on Nov. 19, 2024. 

Ukraine will not use "the youth of soldiers" to make up for its gaps in military equipment and training,. He comments came in response to pressure from U.S. officials and other Western allies for Ukraine to lower its draft age from 25 to 18 in order to mobilize more troops. "We must not compensate the lack of equipment and training with the youth of soldiers," Zelensky said on X.
"Priority should be providing missiles & lowering Russia's military potential, not Ukraine's draft age. Goal should be to preserve as many lives as possible, not to preserve weapons in storage."
https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-wont...nsky-says/

This is a good sign from Ukraine President himself...a good karma for all Ukrainian people in overall state...I think he is a very wise man.

Morning to all, facng them for Life 

CPF system in S'pore is a cornerstone of nation’s social security strategy, it financial protection across different life stages. Established to help citizens & PRs save for essential needs, CPF contributions cover areas like healthcare, housing, & retirement. By integrating employer & employee contributions, scheme fosters long-term financial stability & security.

CPF structured using a tiered system, reflecting variations in age, employment status, and income levels. As of January 1, 2025, new contribution rates aim to enhance savings capabilities while ensuring affordability for both employers and employees, adjustments are designed to meet the evolving needs of S'pore’s workforce, balancing short-term financial obligations with long-term financial planning. CPF system plays a pivotal role in promoting financial literacy, disciplined saving habits among citizens & PRs. With comprehensive coverage & structured approach, CPF continues to support economic resilience & social welfare of nation. application. Table of Contents for more info.
https://yuvagalam.com/singapore-cpf-cont...able-2025/

(12-11-2024, 11:38 AM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]How Plasma Powers the Engine

Plasma, the fourth state of matter, consists of charged particles like ions and electrons. Found naturally in the sun and lightning, it can also be generated in controlled environments. Tang's engine harnesses this state of matter through a sophisticated process involving air compression and microwave technology.

1) Air Compression: The system starts by drawing in atmospheric air, which is then compressed to high pressures using a turbine compressor. This compressed air provides the necessary density for effective plasma generation.

2) Microwave Ionization Chamber: The compressed air flows into a quartz tube fitted with a microwave ionization chamber. Microwaves, operating at 2.45 GHz—the same frequency used in microwave ovens—are directed into this chamber.

3) Ionization: Inside the chamber, the high-frequency microwaves excite the air molecules, stripping electrons from the atoms and creating a plasma state. The resulting plasma reaches temperatures exceeding several thousand degrees Celsius.

4) Jet Thrust Generation: The high-temperature plasma rapidly expands as it exits the ionization chamber. This expansion produces a jet thrust capable of lifting a 1-kilogram steel ball, demonstrating thrust comparable to conventional jet engines.

Tongue We all Singaporean can learn from:...here.

And from here  Big Grin The Road to Scalable Plasma Jets their prototype is promising, scaling it to power large aircraft presents unique challenges. Current design requires megawatt-level microwave sources & advanced energy storage systems capable of delivering continuous high power. Clapping

Tang’s approach differs from.... 
Other plasma propulsion systems, such as those used by NASA. For example (EG), NASA’s xenon-based plasma thrusters, like those on the Dawn spacecraft, work well in the vacuum of space but are ineffective in Earth’s atmosphere due to their low thrust output. Tang’s design overcomes this limitation by using atmospheric air, making it feasible for terrestrial and airborne applications..,

Noted: There Singapore has alot much to learn from China and from U.S. on their tech curve...right.

Noted: Here!. Singapore has alot much to learn from & from this two, their tech curve...right.

(12-12-2024, 12:24 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]CPF system in S'pore is a cornerstone of nation’s social security strategy, it financial protection across different life stages. Established to help citizens & PRs save for essential needs, CPF contributions cover areas like healthcare, housing, & retirement. By integrating employer & employee contributions, scheme fosters long-term financial stability & security.

CPF structured using a tiered system, reflecting variations in age, employment status, and income levels. As of January 1, 2025, new contribution rates aim to enhance savings capabilities while ensuring affordability for both employers and employees, adjustments are designed to meet the evolving needs of S'pore’s workforce, balancing short-term financial obligations with long-term financial planning. CPF system plays a pivotal role in promoting financial literacy, disciplined saving habits among citizens & PRs. With comprehensive coverage & structured approach, CPF continues to support economic resilience & social welfare of nation. application. Table of Contents for more info.
https://yuvagalam.com/singapore-cpf-cont...able-2025/

S'pore Retirement Age Changes Announced, New Workforce Rules to be Applicable From 2026.

https://yuvagalam.com/singapore-cpf-cont...tributions

(14-12-2024, 07:55 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]S'pore Retirement Age Changes Announced, New Workforce Rules to be Applicable From 2026.

https://yuvagalam.com/singapore-cpf-cont...tributions

Several workforce rules in Singapore will take effect in 2026, including: Retirement age
Retirement age will increase from 63 to 64 years, will apply to those born on or after July 1, 1963.

Re-employment age
The re-employment age will increase from 68 to 69 years, and will apply to those born on or after July 1, 1958.

Foreign workforce policies
Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC) will decrease from 77.8% >75%. Will be 1 local employee=every 3-Work Permit Holders (WPHs) 

Levy for WPHs will also increase $400 to >$500 for "Basic Skilled" 

R2 WPHs, $300 to $350 for "Higher Skilled" R1 WPHs.

Employment Pass (EP) qualifying salary
The qualifying salary for new EP applications will increase to at least $5,600, at least $6,200 for the financial services sector. This'll apply to renewal of EPs that are expiring from January 1, 2026.

These changes are part of a strategy to adjust S'pore's retirement & re-employment framework to support the country's aging population.

(30-04-2024, 10:33 AM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]This is what here in SG side happening moment, while we all of us is watching on our hand hp, all this is about MediSave, our health and hopes for peace of healthy mind.

This is the biggest increase in the past ten years, although almost all the change is more than the CPF Medisave interest rate. History of CPF Medisave BHS. This is the biggest increase in the past ten years, although almost all change is more than CPF Medisave interest rate.
https://investmentmoats.com/money/cpf-me...erfunding/

This video happening this moment in this video while we all of us is watching on our hand hp, all this is about war in Syria and a young girl with Syria family with 3 years live in U.S.A. talk to Judge to decide about her mum law case, herself and her father in count of law. (A public officer appointed to decide cases in a law court hopes to have some peace in mind.)

(15-12-2024, 05:23 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]
This is the biggest increase in the past ten years, although almost all the change is more than the CPF Medisave interest rate. History of CPF Medisave BHS. This is the biggest increase in the past ten years, although almost all change is more than CPF Medisave interest rate.
https://investmentmoats.com/money/cpf-me...erfunding/

CPF system in S'pore is a cornerstone of nation’s social security strategy, it financial protection across different life stages. Established to help citizens & PRs, this CPF contributions cover areas like healthcare, housing, & retirement. By integrating employer & employee contributions, scheme long-term financial stability & security.
CPF structured used tiered system, reflecting variations in age, employment status & income. As of Jan 1, 2025, new contribution rates aim on savings ensuring affordability for both employers & employees, designed to meet evolving needs of S'pore’s workforce, balancing short-term financial obligations with long-term financial planning. CPF system plays a pivotal role in promoting financial literacy, disciplined saving habits for citizens & PRs. This comprehensive coverage & structured approach by CPF continues to support economic resilience & social welfare of nation...

(13-12-2024, 11:51 AM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]
Noted: Here!. Singapore has alot much to learn from & from this two, their tech curve...right.

(14-12-2024, 07:55 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]S'pore Retirement Age Changes Announced, New Workforce Rules to be Applicable From 2026.

https://yuvagalam.com/singapore-cpf-cont...tributions

We all can learn and learn, one is not too old to learn and learn... Rotfl 


To Mr Chan...MOE. Hope all primary schoolers can learn, learn, one is not too old to learn in from young, this is a learning curve... Cool

This is what outside happening this moment, while we all of us is watching on our hand hp, all this is about war, flood, food and hopes for peace in this world.  Heart Tongue...
https://youtu.be/h3kO70ZuIoI?si=5KRZkDVUEUbDroqR

(11-12-2024, 11:59 AM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Morning to all, facng them for Life 

"人 在 做 天 在 看 "... I ask sky first.... "我 问 天 空 " O-and K. https://youtu.be/sDPwHLvZwK4?si=CjrkGLWxzqJKEGFj

(29-04-2024, 09:57 AM)Migrant Wrote: [ -> ]Whatever. 
Music always make me feel better. 
An expression of our inner emotions. 
Through music. 
We can relax, express our feelings, relate to others.

Fyi - "Through music." "We can relax, express our feelings, relate to others."
https://youtu.be/s-FWBJ2E_Y8?si=zdz2anQd7xL6UTzF

(30-11-2024, 09:52 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Incoming secretary-general for S'pore's People's Action Party (PAP) Lawrence Wong said will put together a best team to renew, to strengthen the party ahead of upcoming General Election, which has to be held next year by the end of?.  PM Wong has introduce a few mone new members too in recent day.

Some advance is due for promotion for civil officers to senior like same as in PAP party.

(01-12-2024, 04:31 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]During first National Day Rally (NDR) as Singapore’s PM Lawrence Wong shared how the govt would be making significant changes in policies to support S'pore workers & jobseekers during current uncertain economic environment.
S'pore’s broad middle workers matter, especially during challenging economic times, emphasised the importance of S'pore’s broad middle to continue to prosper in S'pore, saying: “We have seen what happens in other countries, they broad middle falls behind, centre does not hold. Societies begin to fracture & collapse.”

He added: “Do not assume such cannot happen here. It can & will – unless decisive actions to prevent it. “We need a renewed social compact where every S'porean feels there is hope; where all citizens, even most disadvantaged amongst us, know, they can get a fair shot in life & can get ahead if they make effort and work hard.”

SINGAPORE: Banks and insurers in Singapore are conducting a thorough review of their practices regarding the use of National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers. This comes amid heightened public concern following an incident involving the unmasking of NRIC numbers on a government portal, which led to anxiety about identity theft and fraud.

The Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) announced on Thursday (19 Dec), that NRIC numbers alone cannot be used to effect payments or fund transfers. It noted that banks use multi-factor authentication for online services and additional controls for high-risk activities such as high-value fund transfers, adding new payees, or raising transfer limits.

ABS acknowledged that NRIC numbers are important for identifying customers, particularly those with identical names, and for providing efficient over-the-counter services. However, it stressed that banks are reviewing their practices to enhance security and adapt to changing needs.
In situations requiring urgent assistance, such as ongoing scams, banks sometimes use NRIC numbers to quickly identify customers and prevent fraudulent transactions.

“We seek customers’ understanding that some existing practices may be changed as a result,” ABS said. It also advised customers against using NRIC numbers or other personal information, such as their name or date of birth, as login passwords.

Similarly, the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Life Insurance Association, Singapore (LIA), issued a joint statement on Thursday, assuring policyholders that NRIC numbers alone cannot be used to purchase, surrender, or alter policies, nor to submit claims or change payment details.

Insurers also employ multi-factor authentication and are reviewing their practices.
Incident involving unmasked NRIC numbers
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/12...-concerns/

(20-12-2024, 10:12 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]SINGAPORE: Banks and insurers in Singapore are conducting a thorough review of their practices regarding the use of National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers. This comes amid heightened public concern following an incident involving the unmasking of NRIC numbers on a government portal, which led to anxiety about identity theft and fraud.

The Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) announced on Thursday (19 Dec), that NRIC numbers alone cannot be used to effect payments or fund transfers. It noted that banks use multi-factor authentication for online services and additional controls for high-risk activities such as high-value fund transfers, adding new payees, or raising transfer limits.

ABS acknowledged that NRIC numbers are important for identifying customers, particularly those with identical names, and for providing efficient over-the-counter services. However, it stressed that banks are reviewing their practices to enhance security and adapt to changing needs.
In situations requiring urgent assistance, such as ongoing scams, banks sometimes use NRIC numbers to quickly identify customers and prevent fraudulent transactions.

“We seek customers’ understanding that some existing practices may be changed as a result,” ABS said. It also advised customers against using NRIC numbers or other personal information, such as their name or date of birth, as login passwords.

Similarly, the General Insurance Association of Singapore (GIA) and the Life Insurance Association, Singapore (LIA), issued a joint statement on Thursday, assuring policyholders that NRIC numbers alone cannot be used to purchase, surrender, or alter policies, nor to submit claims or change payment details.

Insurers also employ multi-factor authentication and are reviewing their practices.
Incident involving unmasked NRIC numbers
https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2024/12...-concerns/

Former CEO of Temasek, weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the collection and use of Singapore’s National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) numbers.

In a Facebook post on Monday, she praised recent efforts to revise NRIC policies but highlighted the importance of balancing privacy concerns with practical use.

Her comments follow public backlash over the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority’s (ACRA) new Bizfile platform, which briefly allowed unrestricted access to full NRIC numbers.

The incident raised widespread concerns about privacy and data security, prompting apologies from government agencies and a temporary suspension of the feature. Ho Ching advised against using NRIC numbers as passwords or user IDs, likening such practices to using one’s name as a password—an easily guessable and insecure method.VIn her post, Ho Ching supported the idea that NRIC numbers should be treated as unique identifiers, describing them as a “digital name” assigned uniquely to every individual.

She argued that masking NRICs serves little purpose, as names and identifiers are not inherently confidential. Instead, she emphasised personal responsibility and robust digital hygiene to prevent misuse. She proposed that NRIC numbers should serve solely as identifiers, while separate authentication methods, such as passwords, PINs, or biometric measures, be employed for sensitive transactions.

(20-12-2024, 07:03 AM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Some advance is due for promotion for civil officers to senior like same as in PAP party.

Football: Tickets for Lions' ASEAN Championship semi-finals to go on sale Dec 22
✓>Tickets for the Dec 26 match at Jalan Besar Stadium start from S$24.

(22-12-2024, 03:49 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Football: Tickets for Lions' ASEAN Championship semi-finals to go on sale Dec 22
✓>Tickets for the Dec 26 match at Jalan Besar Stadium start from S$24.

First leg of the semi-final will kick off at the 6,000-seater Only 6000 folks can see...

Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday at 9pm, with tickets starting from S$24 (US$17.70).

(22-12-2024, 03:51 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]First leg of the semi-final will kick off at the 6,000-seater Only 6000 folks can see...

Jalan Besar Stadium on Thursday at 9pm, with tickets starting from S$24 (US$17.70).

Sports provider Sofascore a naturalized striker Nguyen Xuan Son a perfect stellar performance in Vietnam's 5-0 victory over Myanmar in the 2024 ASEAN Cup on Saturday 27 born Rafaelson, made history as the first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance.
Son, first player to score more than 30 goals in a V. League season, completed his naturalization to become a Vietnamese citizen adopted name in September. Sofascore, a global leader in sports statistics founded in Croatia in 2010, evaluated Son's performance, naming him player of the match awarding him first perfect 10 ever achieved by a Vietnamese player in an official game.

This is the man S'pore player must mark 101%>27 born Rafaelson, made history as the first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance.

(22-12-2024, 08:29 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]This is the man S'pore player must mark 101%>27 born Rafaelson, made history as the first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance.

Vietnam's 5-0 victory over Myanmar 2024 ASEAN Cup on Sat. 27 born Rafaelson, made history as first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance.

Son, first player to score more than 30 goals in a V. League season, completed his naturalization to become a Vietnamese citizen adopted name in September.

(22-12-2024, 08:31 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Vietnam's 5-0 victory over Myanmar 2024 ASEAN Cup on Sat. 27 born Rafaelson, made history as first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance.

Son, first player to score more than 30 goals in a V. League season, completed his naturalization to become a Vietnamese citizen adopted name in September.

Brazilian-born striker earns perfect 10 in historic debut for Vietnam
https://e.vnexpress.net/news/sports/foot...30614.html

(22-12-2024, 08:31 PM)Tee tiong huat Wrote: [ -> ]Vietnam's 5-0 victory over Myanmar 2024 ASEAN Cup on Sat. 27 born Rafaelson, made history as first player without Vietnamese heritage to represent the national team in an official match, delivering a flawless performance. Son, first player to score more than 30 goals in a V. League season, completed his naturalization to become a Vietnamese citizen adopted name in September.

Tickets for Vietnam's ASEAN Cup semifinal against S'pore sold out in 15 minutes. Tickets for Vietnam's home game in the 2024 ASEAN Cup semi-final with S'pore were sold out just 15 minutes after online sales opened on Sunday.

Vietnam Football Federation (VFF) began selling tickets online at 8 a.m. Sunday for the semi-final match on Dec. 29 at Viet Tri Stadium in the northern province of Phu Tho. Tickets were priced at VND600,000 (US$23.57), VND500,000, and VND300,000.

Unlike the two group-stage matches against Indonesia and Myanmar, tickets were only sold online this time, and they proved to be hot commodities, as all were sold in 15 minutes.

The 20,000-seat Viet Tri Stadium was packed during both group-stage matches. In addition to the tickets sold to the public, VFF allocated 2,000 seats to visiting fans as per regulations and reserved spaces for sponsors and partners.