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Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Sat, 25 May 2013 13:57:43 +0000

Thks for publishing the story on today’s ST. Dr Mike Loh and Jonathan Loh are very pleased with your excellent reporting and pictures. You shld interview Dr Mike about his vast collection of pipes! Cheers.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Nicholas Yong

Nicholas Yong — Wed, 15 May 2013 08:10:32 +0000

Thanks, GIntai! Much appreciated.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:37:23 +0000

Pls contact Jonathan Loh at +65 8168 2383. Thks.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:30:00 +0000

I’ll let him know. Cheers.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Nicholas Yong

Nicholas Yong — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:31:33 +0000

Hi Gintai,

I’m writing to you from the Life! section of The Straits Times. I was hoping to get in touch with Dr Mike Loh, and was wondering if you might have his email? I run a regular column called the Collectors Series, and was hoping to feature his son’s collection of Soviet-era headgear and masks (http://lohandbehold.com/2011/11/21/a-most-unusual-collection/).

Please let me know if you can help.

Regards,
Nicholas

Comment on My Profile by hermes

hermes — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 02:46:48 +0000

I do not see a place to reply on your CISCO scandal post, so I am doing it here. I hope you move this.

I was shocked and disturbed to read the news. Why? Because I am a customer of CISCO! Co-incidentally, I am returning to Singapore to place some more items in my box there. But just earlier today I read some financial assessment news about Singapore that suggests that Hong Kong is actual a better choice for western expats in Asia. When I told a friend that I trust private companies more than banks he cautioned me, suggesting that safety boxes can be broken in to as an INSIDE job. Here is why I do as a precaution:

1. Divide up my portable hard assets in several nations.
2. Keep a log, and make a photocopy when I depart. Memory can do tricks.

I was impressed by the gun-toting Tamil female guards, the security precautions (have to shoew passport), etc. Now I am not so sure. Surely, two keys are needed to get at the box, as a previous poster has remarked. But it must be that there is a master key because should one lose both one’s keys for a fee they can be replaced. So, I can only think of 3-4 possible explanations…

1. The customers who have complained are factually incorrect (they either remembered incorrectly or lied, or some combination of the two)
2. Someone in management is dishonest (presumably regular employees would not have access to master keys)
3. There is a major security weakness at CISCO

What I want to know is did these persons claiming to have items go missing (and in one case reappear!), did they keep a log of contents? Did anyone else have access to the box? Often times family is more of a risk than strangers. What is the current status of the complaints?

I once was a publisher, and when an incident occurred that compromised my customers’ privacy, I officially announced it to them all. I lost some of them as a result. But I didn’t try to hide what happened.

I have lost faith in CISCO based on this post. And if indeed internal lock boxes are not possible I will either insist on using my own box or closing my account.

Comment on 2012 in review by Blurrsotong

Blurrsotong — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 03:09:17 +0000

Happy New Year Gintai.. Hope you will continue blogging your down to earth views of the happenings in Singapore and that the government will take notice and act…
Best regards to you and the family!!

Comment on 2012 in review by Roaring Lion

Roaring Lion — Mon, 31 Dec 2012 06:28:32 +0000

Hi Gintai,

I have been missing your blog on the most pressing issues facing Singapore. Now, it is great to see you are back again!

Happy New Year 2013 to you and your family!

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 04:26:15 +0000

Dr Manish,
Thank you for your encouragement. Cheers.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Manish Grover

Manish Grover — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 02:51:36 +0000

Way to go Gintai. It would be wonderful if you can trace out the history of Singapore much before Raffles and put it in brief for all the readers. Not many take efforts in going to Library to trace out the history say 500 years ago.

You can show the progression thru chain of events leading to this wonderful, modern yet very Asian city steeped with traditional culture called Singapore. I love your writings and your contribution to the coming generation is immense. Keep it up my dear friend.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 08:56:25 +0000

Pls do what you deem fit. Gintai is public property. After my short hiatus, I’ll try to blog about our past and preserve our common shared heritage for the collective benefit of future Singaporeans. Thank you so much for your request. Cheers.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Singapore Memory Project

Singapore Memory Project — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 08:50:48 +0000

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By pledging your blog to SMP, you are affirming that every memory matters. Whether your posts are an account of your daily life, or an expression of your thoughts, the SMP hopes to find a home for your memories so that it can help build towards an understanding of Singapore. You will also receive a badge that you can display on your blog in recognition of your contributions.

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Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 17:23:49 +0000

Uncle Bodo,

Thank you so much for our encouragement lah! Cheers.

Comment on Gintai_昇泰 by Bodo Falkenried, Munich/Bavaria/Germany

Bodo Falkenried, Munich/Bavaria/Germany — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 19:09:00 +0000

Dear Alan,
Your writings, speeches – and most of all your friendship – is all-time inspiring to me. Keep on going, lah.
Yours truely Bodo

Comment on My Profile by Think Free and Fair

Think Free and Fair — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 01:46:48 +0000

Hi Gintai,

I just read on TRE about your departure from blogosphere. Those who read Singapore blogs will know that you are among the more articulate bloggers here. Unlike most socio-commentators, you have chosen to reveal your real identity. 明人不做暗事. It is honorable of you to do so and I definitely respect it.

If your departure is somehow related to your identity being out in the open, you may consider assuming an anonymous identity to make responsible comments as if your real identity is known.

I enjoy your online commentary. By the way, do you have an email address? I cannot find it on your blog. If it is private and you do not wish to reveal it, would you mind exchanging email with me? I have entered my email in your form. Thank you.

Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 01:56:06 +0000

Taking a break lah. Thks for asking.

Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by ex-SMRT taxi driver

ex-SMRT taxi driver — Thu, 25 Oct 2012 05:15:43 +0000

Hello Gintai,
No more new news? You MIA?
Regards,

Comment on Jeep Chee Exhaust Specialist @Ubi Ind Pk by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 11:33:16 +0000

I inspected my car last month. No problem. Passed inspection.

Comment on Jeep Chee Exhaust Specialist @Ubi Ind Pk by agongkia2

agongkia2 — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 10:49:55 +0000

Hi, by patching up the hole with welding work is deemed illegal by LTA and Gintai_昇泰 will face problem to change a new pipe again when his ride is due for general inspection on sept. What Jeep Chee did is right by giving a permanent solution to Gintai_昇泰. Gintai_昇泰 will have to pay more later if Jeep Chee were to just do the patching up.

Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:43:01 +0000

My pleasure. Best Regards.

Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by Winking Doll

Winking Doll — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:40:55 +0000

Hi Gintai,
Thanks for your reference!
Cheers, WD.

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:16:39 +0000

No problem! I can even sign my name on your shirt! Lol!

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by CY

CY — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:15:01 +0000

wonder if can take pic with you if we see you in the stations?

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by ape@kinjioleaf

ape@kinjioleaf — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 06:14:36 +0000

All the best to you, gintai!

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Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by Daily SG: 22 Oct 2012 | The Singapore Daily

Daily SG: 22 Oct 2012 | The Singapore Daily — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 04:01:04 +0000

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Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by Dewdrop Notes

Dewdrop Notes — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 01:29:14 +0000

People may not understand you, but it’s your passion. Don’t give it up.

Comment on Special Chicken Curry by My fellow Singaporeans… especially Mr Sivaraj Pragasm | Gintai_昇泰

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Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 05:30:39 +0000

Patriot,
These are my favorite blogs which I visit frequently. They are selfless true Singapore sons speaking the hard truths. They care about the masses and they lend a voice to the weak and forgotten natives of this land. I appreciate those bloggers. I may not comment but I do read them. They have own individual styles and a legion of followers. Yes, I will heed your advice.

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by patriot

patriot — Sun, 21 Oct 2012 05:09:09 +0000

Gintai:

Do come to My Singapore News (bogsite), Singapore Notes (blogsite), feedmetothefish (blogsite), Diary Of A Singaporean Mind (blogsite) asingaporeanson (blogsite) and other blogs to continue our conversations. There is always enlightening insights from You which are invaluable.

patriot
ﹰ

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by Francis Oen

Francis Oen — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 09:50:47 +0000

Hi…. I have enjoyed your postings and insights immensely,.,, please DON’T STOP… We need more people like you to post thought provoking and balanced views on issues affecting Singapore and to effect change for the better….

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by asingaporeanson

asingaporeanson — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 09:32:56 +0000

Bro, enjoy your break and the books that you plan to read. Keep in contact. It has been great knowing you.

Comment on NTWU 31st Annual Dinner on 12/10/12 @Orchids Country Club by Weekly Round Up: Week 42 (15 Oct – 19 Oct 2012) | The Singapore Daily

Weekly Round Up: Week 42 (15 Oct – 19 Oct 2012) | The Singapore Daily — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 09:26:39 +0000

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Comment on Why must we pay maid levy? by Weekly Round Up: Week 42 (15 Oct – 19 Oct 2012) | The Singapore Daily

Weekly Round Up: Week 42 (15 Oct – 19 Oct 2012) | The Singapore Daily — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 09:23:25 +0000

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Comment on Is this my Singapore? My home and my country? by My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU | Gintai_昇泰

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 08:59:30 +0000

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Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by SG Girl

SG Girl — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 06:36:51 +0000

Rest well and blog again soon. Hope to see you in January 2013.

Cheers

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by patriot

patriot — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 04:00:45 +0000

My Dear Fren:

Now tat You have been consulted by a cabinet minister incharge of two ministries, Home and Foreign Affairs and had spoken at tertiary institution, let us hope tat your talent is discovered and recognized.

Me wishes tat You will be offered a job tat befits your calibre.

It has been a very interesting encounter with You for the past one year and obviously You can feel tat me enjoys the interactions as well as tat of the people we gather with.

Next year is jus months away and i am sure many look forward eagerly for your early return. Have a good break and may fortune come your way.

Best Regards from patriot.

Comment on My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU by agongkia

agongkia — Sat, 20 Oct 2012 01:46:15 +0000

Believe this posting is not Gintai’s last contribution here but me wish to thanks Gintai for his past contributions and allow me to make some noises here and for his tolerance on me.
My apology also goes to everyone if I had accidentally or unknowingly offended anyone of you .
Gintai , enjoy your break and best wishes to you and everyone.

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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:02:06 +0000

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Comment on Remembering my buddy Ahmad Mon by My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU | Gintai_昇泰

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:02:01 +0000

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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:01:59 +0000

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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:01:54 +0000

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Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:01:50 +0000

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Comment on My fellow Singaporeans… especially Mr Sivaraj Pragasm by My speech at S Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) – NTU | Gintai_昇泰

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 22:01:44 +0000

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Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by Gintai_昇泰

Gintai_昇泰 — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:52:18 +0000

Thank you for your kind words. I’m taking a break lah. Will come back next yr. Cheers.

Comment on Are Native Singaporeans the Last of the Mohicans? by Jentrified Citizen

Jentrified Citizen — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:05:32 +0000

btw why r u retiring from blogging? u write well and make a difference with your contributions. do write again when u can