It resonates with Singaporeans, because it reminds us that when we dream big and apply ourselves, nothing is impossible.
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No rich person of sound mind would willingly donate their organs and these agents know it. That’s why they always look for possible donors in impoverished areas like this community … What drives these people to agree is their dreams. They want to be able to afford a house, a car or a tricycle so they could have a stable livelihood.
If I win a gold medal - no, let me correct myself - when I win the gold medal, I can tell people: these are the ways to practice, these are the ways to look at the game, this is how you can conduct healthy gaming. I wanted to be that person to be available for the industry and for that, (the) SEA Games was very important.
I’ve already used insecticide on some crops, but it isn’t working. I’ve no idea what to do.
When fat people get bullied, they can either get angry, or succumb and suck it up. I decided to get ‘angry’ and use the fire in me to prove that I can do what the others could. So I exercised really hard.
She wasn't just an issue-maker but I hope she will be remembered as a women's rights activist who was free-spirited, who could truly speak her mind.
