How are construction cranes errected?

When we are look at the towering landscape in Singapore, some of us must have wondered how did the cranes manage to “grow” so tall?

Non of the conventional cranes (those huge yellow machines on wheels and outriggers) are able to reach that height, so it is not possible for all the parts to be hoisted up using conventional cranes. Continue reading How are construction cranes errected? »

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The Building that decides to “Sleep” on its side – Shanghai

Oh MY!!! Got a shock of my life when I saw this Article. Absolutely stuck for words. Continue reading The Building that decides to “Sleep” on its side – Shanghai »

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Malaysia athletics pulling out from AYG

Malaysia has announced that it would NOT be participating in the Asian Youth Games 2009, hosted here in Singapore.

The official reason was to prevent the import of the H1N1 Virus, via returning athletics. As of now, only the Malaysian Olympic council has such concerns.

Interestingly, the announcement came after the Malaysian Football team lost all preliminary rounds and went home.

The Asian Youth Games (AYG) torch relay kicked off from Games Village at 7am this morning. A total of 135 torch bearers would be participating in this relay.

Read more on AYG Top 10 things you need to know

Counter Measure for H1N1

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