I am back! Yes, I am back and so is this blog.
I have stopped blogging for almost four months due to my army enlistment but since basic training is coming to an end in six days and I have more spare time now, I decided to revive this place and have one last post for 2011.
Speaking of which, 2011 has been yet another interesting year for all of us. It's the year which Steve Jobs, Amy Winehouse, Muammar Gaddafi, Osama bin Laden, Kim Jong Il and those mosquitoes which I killed died in.
Since it's the last post of the year, I shall end this orbital period of Earth with my annual top 10 people of the year post. Who will make it to the list? Don't waste your time trying to guess, just scroll the page down.
Number 10
Ralph Steinman
A cell biologist from Rockfeller University, Dr. Steinman was one the the two who discovered the immune system's sentinel dendritic cells more than three decades ago.
The scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of and research on dendritic cells and their functions. Unfortunately, Dr. Steinman had passed away three days ago when the Nobel Committee announced its winners.
Although rules state that Nobel prizes are not awarded posthumously, the committee still went ahead in having his name in the roll of honours.
Number 9
Amy Chua
Yale University law professor Amy Chua shot to fame when her latest book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, was launched in January.
Chua talks about her efforts in parenting her two daughters. The book was supposed to be a memoir but ended up as a publication which argues why Chinese parents are better than their Western counterparts.
I did read some parts of it earlier in the year and I would say the content of the book is tantalizing enough for me to place her name in this list
Number 8
Girls' Generation
Last year, I ranked them at number two. The reason why this nine-member Korean group has stayed in the list but slipped six places is due to the continuity of the Hallyu wave and their successful breakthrough into the American market.
The Korean and English versions of the music video "The Boys" accumulated 10 million views in Youtube within three days. Needless to say, they have swept the major awards at major music awards events.
Number 7
Yam Ah Mee
Forget about Nicole Seah, Chen Show Mao or Lee Kuan Yew (where is he?) The biggest star of this year's general elections is none other than Returning Officer Yam Ah Mee.
Man, I didn't know that having neatly gelled hair and speaking in a monotonous voice can make one become an overnight celebrity.
Pursuant to section 49, sub-section 7E, paragraph A, I declare Yam Ah Mee as a miracle.
Number 6
Rebecca Black
Justin Bieber tasted what stardom was like at the age of 16, Miss Black also experienced it. The only difference is that she underwent this phase at a much tender age of 14 for negative reasons.
The music video "Friday", fully sponsored by her mum, was her first and feeble attempt at breaking into the entertainment industry. "Friday" is certainly one if not the most hated song for me as well as you.
I know what's in your head now, the chorus of the song replaying like a broken recorder.
Number 5
Tony Tan
Winning by an embarrassing margin of only 0.35% in the Singapore presidential elections, this former deputy prime minister has ended up as the most hated president in the republic's history.
Blame it on those brainwashed senior citizen voters if you want to.
Number 4
Kate Middleton
The Duchess of Cambridge married Prince William in April and all eyes were on how fashionable the girl can be whenever she attends a public event.
TV reporters and newspaper writers vie for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interrogate her and she never fails to live up to her title as Princess.
If Hollywood actresses seem too mundane for the average you, there is always a gem in Britain as an alternative.
Number 3
39.9% of Singaporeans who didn't vote for PAP
This group of people chose not to support the ruling party because there have seen the true colours of it and i am not referring to white.
While analysts are quick to describe the general elections as watershed, I suggest that it is just the beginning of the end for the men in white.
Slowly but surely, a change in tide will soon occur in the local political landscape.
Number 2
Japanese People
The 9.0 magnitude TÅhoku earthquake on 11 March caused a myriad of accidents, deaths, damage and inconvenience to the land of the rising sun. However, the disaster failed to dampen the spirits of those who managed to survive.
Orderly and organized, they queued up to collect food rations and receive necessary help from aid organizations. The same cannot be said of Singapore where people of all shapes and sizes elbow each other for anything which is free of charge.
The calmness and positive mindset of the Japanese in such a situation definitely makes them the runner-up in my list.
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Congratulations to you for coming in first. You readers are the reason why this blog keeps going so keep it up and continue giving your support!
I have stopped blogging for almost four months due to my army enlistment but since basic training is coming to an end in six days and I have more spare time now, I decided to revive this place and have one last post for 2011.
Speaking of which, 2011 has been yet another interesting year for all of us. It's the year which Steve Jobs, Amy Winehouse, Muammar Gaddafi, Osama bin Laden, Kim Jong Il and those mosquitoes which I killed died in.
Since it's the last post of the year, I shall end this orbital period of Earth with my annual top 10 people of the year post. Who will make it to the list? Don't waste your time trying to guess, just scroll the page down.
Number 10
Ralph Steinman
A cell biologist from Rockfeller University, Dr. Steinman was one the the two who discovered the immune system's sentinel dendritic cells more than three decades ago.
The scientist was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of and research on dendritic cells and their functions. Unfortunately, Dr. Steinman had passed away three days ago when the Nobel Committee announced its winners.
Although rules state that Nobel prizes are not awarded posthumously, the committee still went ahead in having his name in the roll of honours.
Number 9
Amy Chua
Yale University law professor Amy Chua shot to fame when her latest book, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, was launched in January.
Chua talks about her efforts in parenting her two daughters. The book was supposed to be a memoir but ended up as a publication which argues why Chinese parents are better than their Western counterparts.
I did read some parts of it earlier in the year and I would say the content of the book is tantalizing enough for me to place her name in this list
Number 8
Girls' Generation
Last year, I ranked them at number two. The reason why this nine-member Korean group has stayed in the list but slipped six places is due to the continuity of the Hallyu wave and their successful breakthrough into the American market.
The Korean and English versions of the music video "The Boys" accumulated 10 million views in Youtube within three days. Needless to say, they have swept the major awards at major music awards events.
Number 7
Yam Ah Mee
Forget about Nicole Seah, Chen Show Mao or Lee Kuan Yew (where is he?) The biggest star of this year's general elections is none other than Returning Officer Yam Ah Mee.
Man, I didn't know that having neatly gelled hair and speaking in a monotonous voice can make one become an overnight celebrity.
Pursuant to section 49, sub-section 7E, paragraph A, I declare Yam Ah Mee as a miracle.
Number 6
Rebecca Black
Justin Bieber tasted what stardom was like at the age of 16, Miss Black also experienced it. The only difference is that she underwent this phase at a much tender age of 14 for negative reasons.
The music video "Friday", fully sponsored by her mum, was her first and feeble attempt at breaking into the entertainment industry. "Friday" is certainly one if not the most hated song for me as well as you.
I know what's in your head now, the chorus of the song replaying like a broken recorder.
Number 5
Tony Tan
Winning by an embarrassing margin of only 0.35% in the Singapore presidential elections, this former deputy prime minister has ended up as the most hated president in the republic's history.
Blame it on those brainwashed senior citizen voters if you want to.
Number 4
Kate Middleton
The Duchess of Cambridge married Prince William in April and all eyes were on how fashionable the girl can be whenever she attends a public event.
TV reporters and newspaper writers vie for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interrogate her and she never fails to live up to her title as Princess.
If Hollywood actresses seem too mundane for the average you, there is always a gem in Britain as an alternative.
Number 3
39.9% of Singaporeans who didn't vote for PAP
I didn't know what picture to post so I decided on a food which most Singaporeans love eating
While analysts are quick to describe the general elections as watershed, I suggest that it is just the beginning of the end for the men in white.
Slowly but surely, a change in tide will soon occur in the local political landscape.
Number 2
Japanese People
The 9.0 magnitude TÅhoku earthquake on 11 March caused a myriad of accidents, deaths, damage and inconvenience to the land of the rising sun. However, the disaster failed to dampen the spirits of those who managed to survive.
Orderly and organized, they queued up to collect food rations and receive necessary help from aid organizations. The same cannot be said of Singapore where people of all shapes and sizes elbow each other for anything which is free of charge.
The calmness and positive mindset of the Japanese in such a situation definitely makes them the runner-up in my list.
Number 1
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You!
Congratulations to you for coming in first. You readers are the reason why this blog keeps going so keep it up and continue giving your support!
