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Not so greenARE we really a garden city? science thinks so but believes Singaporeans can work harder at developing a green culture.
He writes: 'I believe such environmental care should start at all levels, from the individual to the corporations and the Government.'
alvinaloy agrees.
He says: 'I think we're only a Garden City where it matters. It's basically cleaner and greener in touristy areas like Orchard Road, City Hall, etc. Take a walk in the heartlands and you'll find it ain't so clean.'
twtan thinks we have some way to go too. 'I still see people throwing rice, bread etc... from high up in the blocks to feed the pigeons.'
http://forums.hardwarezone.com/showthread.php?t=1309022The slim truthEXPATRIATE pleasantlyplump cannot get over how Asians stay so slim.
She says: 'I have to say I'm a little jealous, but considering the food-obsessiveness of Singapore in particular where I see people eating at all times of the day, why aren't there more fat people?'
pillpopper quips: 'Diet pills lah!'
food addict puts it down to portions. 'Look around when you go to a restaurant. Local people don't eat too much. It's all in the portions and in the balance - yes, they eat greasy food but the quantity is low.'
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