Let’s face it: in this social media world, exciting and viral news like a cat feeding a baby bear would often appear in your Facebook news feed, while important news like the GDP growth of Singapore this year wouldn’t get the same reach.
It’s understandable since social media platforms would prioritise engaging and viral contents to keep users in their platform.
In order to ensure that you’d still know about important news instead just social news, below are the top five Singapore news that was reported yesterday which you should know, simplified for you in a bite-sized format:
3 New Cases of Wuhan Virus in Singapore with Unknown Sources; MOH Moves DORSCON Level to Orange
Unfortunately, yesterday, one of our worst fears came true.
There were 3 more Wuhan virus cases in Singapore, and they were found after MOH did a test on all pneumonia patients for the virus. After realising that community spread is now a a possibility, MOH moved the DORSCON level to Orange, the SARS status.
For more info, tap here.
People in Singapore Hoarded Essentials After Announcement of New DORSCON Level
After the announcement of the new DORSCON level, people in Singapore went in droves to buy essentials like rice or vegetables.
Shelves in supermarkets were wiped off as if there’s a new zombie outbreak, and online platforms crashed.
NTUC FairPrice and Minister for Trade and Industry Chan Chun Sing told people not to panic buy, as there would be enough supplies.
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2 Wuhan Virus Patents in Singapore in Worsen While 1 is Discharged
In total, there are 33 confirmed cases in Singapore now.
2 patients’ condition have worsen: 1 of them is in critical condition and is now in ICU while the other requires additional oxygen support.
Conversely, 1 has been discharged as he has been “comprehensively tested negative” for the coronavirus.
For more info, tap here.
Image of CNA’s Tweet About School Closure Due to Wuhan Virus is Fake
Saw a screenshot of a Tweet by CNA that reports school closure will start from 10 February 2020?
Well, that’s fake; despite us being in Code Orange, there’s no school closure.
According to CNA, the boliao person has doctored one of their Tweets.
For more info, tap here.
Public Transport Satisfaction in Singapore “High” As Bus Waiting Time Score Improves
Are you satisfied with the public transport in Singapore?
Well, most are.
According to a survey commissioned by the Public Transport Council, a whopping 99.4% are satisfied with Singapore public transport.
Most think that the waiting time for buses have improved a lot.
For more info, tap here.
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