In an iconic campaign speech delivered to a packed audience at Fullerton Square in 1980, Singapore's founding father and first prime minister Lee Kuan Yew recalled a confrontation he had with Singapore Airlines (SIA) during a pilots' strike few weeks prior. The pilots’ union had attempted to pressure the government through aggressive tactics, staging an unofficial work-to-rule protest to demand a 30 percent basic pay rise, among other things. The move, Lee said, had caused great damage in a shor

Singapore 1980 | Amazing Time Capsule

Cruise down memory lane with these vibrant snapshots of everyday life on Singapore's streets in 1980📽️ Can you spot any iconic landmarks or forgotten fashion trends? | Amazing Time Capsule

A taste of tradition, all in one place! ✨🥢 Singapura Heritage is now open at Downtown East, bringing you the best of Singapore’s hawker culture in a nostalgic 1980s setting. From Wonton Mee to Curry Rice, enjoy a feast of authentic local flavours under one roof. Don’t miss out—come experience it today! 📍E!Avenue, #01-336 #downtowneast #singapuraheritage | Downtown East