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Independent Singapore
3 days ago
- Independent Singapore
Parent showered with praise for stopping reversing car from backing into schoolchildren
SINGAPORE: A parent is being showered with praise online after dashcam footage showed him kicking a car that reversed dangerously onto a pedestrian crossing where schoolchildren were waiting. The incident occurred at approximately 7:11am on Tuesday (Aug 5) near River Valley Primary School. According to a video posted on the SGRV Facebook page, the white car had attempted a U-turn but was unable to complete the maneuver due to limited space. In an effort to reposition, the driver began reversing directly into a pedestrian crossing where numerous children were walking. At the time, the pedestrian crossing light was green and the traffic light was red. The footage shows a man in a white shirt, believed to be a parent accompanying a child, reacting immediately when the car started backing up. He stepped forward and kicked the vehicle, prompting the driver to halt. The car eventually completed its turn and came to a stop near the crossing. The video shows the parent speaking to the driver through the car window moments later. See also Hearse carrying coffin crashes head-on with taxi The scene quickly went viral online, drawing both concern and praise. Many netizens criticised the driver's decision to reverse onto a busy pedestrian crossing and noted that the move could have led to a serious accident involving young children. At the same time, the man in the white shirt was widely commended for his decisive intervention. Some netizens also called for stricter enforcement around school zones and better driving discipline, on Facebook. () => { const trigger = if ('IntersectionObserver' in window && trigger) { const observer = new IntersectionObserver((entries, observer) => { => { if ( { lazyLoader(); // You should define lazyLoader() elsewhere or inline here // Run once } }); }, { rootMargin: '800px', threshold: 0.1 }); } else { // Fallback setTimeout(lazyLoader, 3000); } });
AsiaOne
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Daily roundup: Celebrate National Day with exclusive SG60 meals including bak kut teh ramen and laksa shakshuka — and other top stories today
Stay in the know with a recap of our top stories today. 1. Bak kut teh ramen, laksa shakshuka and chilli crab burgers: Celebrate National Day with these exclusive SG60 meals With our nation's 60th birthday just around the corner, brands are rolling out various National Day promotions and offerings to celebrate the occasion, including exclusive dishes and set meals. Here's where you can tuck into these limited-time menu items. We'll continue to add to the list as we find more... » READ MORE 2. JB car wash operators say 'unfair' after business declines amid govt clampdown over prioritising Singapore-registered cars One bad apple spoils the barrel — and these car wash operators are coming clean with how they feel about it. Car wash operators in Johor Bahru (JB) have cried foul after facing a boycott and government clampdown, The New Straits Times reported on Wednesday (July 30)... » READ MORE 3. 'Count his lucky stars': Youth struck by taxi while dashing across Yio Chu Kang Road, netizens react He may have been in a rush, but the time he saved crossing the street may have cost him his life. A youth was seen dashing across a pedestrian crossing at a junction along Yio Chu Kang on Tuesday (July 29) evening, according to a post on Facebook group Singapore Road Vigilante (SGRV) the same day... » READ MORE 4. 'That's what life is': Wednesday director Tim Burton not worried about balancing horror elements for adults and children in his shows Tim Burton has been a mainstay of dark fantasy and horror for nearly four decades now, with those of us spookily-inclined often growing up with his works. The 66-year-old is the director and executive producer on Netflix's Wednesday and was recently asked during a press conference whether it is difficult to toe the line making horror for adults while also keeping it child-friendly... » READ MORE editor@
AsiaOne
31-07-2025
- AsiaOne
'Count his lucky stars': Youth struck by taxi while dashing across Yio Chu Kang Road, netizens react, Singapore News
He may have been in a rush, but the time he saved crossing the street may have cost him his life. A youth was seen dashing across a pedestrian crossing at a junction along Yio Chu Kang on Tuesday (July 29) evening, according to a post on Facebook group Singapore Road Vigilante (SGRV) the same day. Based on the clip, the accident is believed to have occurred at the junction of Yio Chu Kang Road and Hougang Avenue 9. In the video, the youth, carrying a bag, can be seen pausing for a moment at the side of the junction, before making a dash across the crossing while the pedestrian lights were still red. However, as he reaches the left-most lane, a taxi appears. Unable to stop in time, he makes contact with the right side of the cab, and is sent tumbling to the ground, landing on his side. In the collision, the youth drops his phone to the ground, while a blue object — possibly the taxi's sideview mirror — also falls onto the road towards the middle of the junction. Fortunately, the youth is able to get back on his feet, picking up his phone before walking over to the other side of the crossing. He then signals to the taxi driver who had come to a stop down the road, with a gesture that netizens interpreted as indicating he was okay. In the post on SGRV, the user who shared the video wrote: "[He] should count his lucky stars to be able to get back up and walk across the road." Many commenters were upset by the teen's negligence towards safety, with one user asking why the youth couldn't "even wait for just a few seconds". "Please, [even] if you don't treasure your life, [you shouldn't] cause others trouble," said the user, with another indicating that the youth was at fault. "Obviously a run and hit incident, the pedestrian run and hit a car," they wrote. Another noted how close the pedestrian might have been to death, stating: "Two steps faster and his parents can prepare funeral arrangements." A comment also advised other pedestrians to practice caution when crossing roads: "Please be very careful and look out for traffic on the road, especially [if you rush or run] across the road." The user explained that pedestrians could end up in the driver's blind spot and might not see them as they cross, causing accidents to occur. "Safety first," he emphasised. The police, when contacted by AsiaOne, said that a report has been lodged and investigations are ongoing. [[nid:720572]] khooyihang@
AsiaOne
31-07-2025
- AsiaOne
"Count his lucky stars': Youth struck by taxi while dashing across Yio Chu Kang Road, netizens react, Singapore News
He may have been in a rush, but the time he saved crossing the street may have cost him his life. A youth was seen dashing across a pedestrian crossing at a junction along Yio Chu Kang on Tuesday (July 29) evening, according to a post on Facebook group Singapore Road Vigilante (SGRV) the same day. Based on the clip, the accident is believed to have occurred at the junction of Yio Chu Kang Road and Hougang Avenue 9. In the video, the youth, carrying a bag, can be seen pausing for a moment at the side of the junction, before making a dash across the crossing while the pedestrian lights were still red. However, as he reaches the left-most lane, a taxi appears. Unable to stop in time, he makes contact with the right side of the cab, and is sent tumbling to the ground, landing on his side. In the collision, the youth drops his phone to the ground, while a blue object — possibly the taxi's sideview mirror — also falls onto the road towards the middle of the junction. Fortunately, the youth is able to get back on his feet, picking up his phone before walking over to the other side of the crossing. He then signals to the taxi driver who had come to a stop down the road, with a gesture that netizens interpreted as indicating he was okay. In the post on SGRV, the user who shared the video wrote: "[He] should count his lucky stars to be able to get back up and walk across the road." Many commenters were upset by the teen's negligence towards safety, with one user asking why the youth couldn't "even wait for just a few seconds". "Please, [even] if you don't treasure your life, [you shouldn't] cause others trouble," said the user, with another indicating that the youth was at fault. "Obviously a run and hit incident, the pedestrian run and hit a car," they wrote. Another noted how close the pedestrian might have been to death, stating: "Two steps faster and his parents can prepare funeral arrangements." A comment also advised other pedestrians to practice caution when crossing roads: "Please be very careful and look out for traffic on the road, especially [if you rush or run] across the road." The user explained that pedestrians could end up in the driver's blind spot and might not see them as they cross, causing accidents to occur. "Safety first," he emphasised. The police, when contacted by AsiaOne, said that a report has been lodged and investigations are ongoing. [[nid:720572]] khooyihang@
New Paper
28-07-2025
- New Paper
'Come lah!': Taxi driver allegedly refuses passenger ride from zoo to Bukit Panjang, gets into heated exchange
A Transcab taxi driver allegedly refused to ferry a passenger from Mandai Zoo to Bukit Panjang last week, leading to a dispute that was caught on camera. An altercation between the driver and another man ensued, which was filmed and later circulated online. The one-minute and 34-second video of the incident, which took place on July 24, was uploaded to the SGRV Facebook page, according to Shin Min Daily News. In the video, the person filming claims that the driver had refused to pick up a passenger, despite being the first taxi in the queue. Shin Min reported that the individual behind the camera was not the passenger involved, but a bystander who witnessed the incident and decided to confront the driver. He can also be heard telling passers-by not to take the driver's cab: "Never mind, you can all go over there and take a Grab." According to him, the driver had declined the trip to Bukit Panjang as he felt the distance was too short. 'Come lah!' The footage shows the driver initially walking away in an attempt to avoid the confrontation. However, tensions escalate when the cameraman continues shouting, asking him to return. The driver then turns around and approaches the man, leading to a heated verbal exchange. They are heard yelling "come lah!" at each other, as the dispute intensifies. The recording shows that the taxi is empty and displaying an "available" sign. There are also four other taxis seen waiting in line behind it. The video has quickly gained traction online, drawing over 130 comments and sparking a heated debate among netizens. While many slammed the taxi driver for allegedly cherry-picking passengers, others felt that the situation could have been handled more calmly. Some suggested the bystander should have simply filed a report to the Land Transport Authority (LTA) instead of confronting the driver publicly. According to LTA regulations, it is an offense for taxi drivers to refuse to pick up and ferry passengers without a valid reason. Drivers found guilty of such conduct may face a $300 fine, six demerit points, and a possible two-week suspension of the vocational license.
