Top 5 stories for Monday, 12 August 2013
We know you might have been busy and missed the headlines of the day.
Here are five stories you need to know:
Package at JFK airport probed after inspectors get sick
Authorities are investigating a package at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport after two customs inspectors examined it and fell sick. The package has tentatively tested positive for VX nerve gas.
Malaysian hostage recounts Philippines escape
Tung Wei Jie, a 26-year-old Malaysian plantation manager, recounts how he was chained to a pillar with his cousin for almost nine months. He was held hostage in a “traumatising” ordeal by Philippine Muslim extremists and made his escape before dawn last week during a heavy downpour.
Norway PM goes undercover as taxi driver
Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg reveals that he went undercover as a taxi driver for an afternoon to find out voters’ real concerns. A hidden camera fitted in the cab recorded reactions from the passengers.
Singapore’s special hawkers: disabled but dignified
Singapore social enterprise, Dignity Kitchen, was started three and a half years ago to train the disabled in culinary and hawker skills. Over 100 Singaporeans with physical, mental or learning difficulties have graduated from the social enterprise and now have a better chance of finding jobs.
Local filmmakers tackle thought-provoking topics in 78 seconds
A total of 109 short films were submitted as part of the Cathay Motion Picture Awards in July. Covering topics such as racial relations, foreigners in Singapore and the education system, these films showcase Singapore’s upcoming filmmakers. We will be showcasing five of our favorite entries starting with today's “Child”.
