Right after settling a social media boo-boo created by an Aussie employee, 99.co's CEO Darius Cheung was quick to divert the media's attention to another sensitive topic - the alleged discrimination of Singapore landlords on Indians and PRC tenants. Telling his story in a blog post, Darius shared how they had been rejected by 20 percent of the landlords just because his wife … [Read more...]
Too much of anything is a waste
On a breezy morning, I took a bus to town. The aircon was at full blast as usual even though the bus was only half full. All passengers on board were shivering. Water condensed outside all the windows. It was like driving in a fog. The driver had to keep the wipers on to clear moisture on the windshield. Too much aircon is a waste A colleague from Europe commented that … [Read more...]
Will they ever tell the truth?
Last week Mitsubishi Motors admitted to manipulating fuel economy test data, using methods that were non-compliant with Japanese standards. They were found to be cheating for the last 25 years. Concerns among investors on potential compensation costs and fines immediately made the dishonored Japanese automaker lose half of its market value. When will they come clean? This … [Read more...]
Take it or regret later
Best offer to board the last flight Last week I was at the Hong Kong International Airport trying to catch the 8 pm flight back to Singapore when the staff at the check-in counter gave me an unexpected offer. “Ms xx, are you in a hurry to fly back? We have checked in 300 passengers and the flight is already full. Can we put you on the next available flight departing 1.50 … [Read more...]
Santa Baby
Note: Before you read this blog post, open Spotify to play the song “Santa Baby” in the background. Do look for the 1953 original version by Eartha Kitt. And sing along too! Santa baby, just sell a condo under value for me; Been an awful long curb, Santa baby, So hurry down the chimney tonight. Santa baby, a district 10 GCB too, brand new; I'll wait up for you, dear; Santa … [Read more...]