While Superman might have been an alien to our world, that didn’t stop him from doing great things for society.

Here are a few awesome foreign “Superfriends” we would also like to see more of.

The Baby Pull-up (not diapers) Hero

Not all superheroes wear tights or have superpowers. They can come in a fluorescent vest too.

When a toddler’s life was at stake, Subramanian Shanmuganathan didn’t hesitate to step in (or step up) to help. This foreign worker might not be able to fly but his pull-up skills would’ve made Batman proud. Singapore’s future generation saved.

The Pick-Me-Upper

From young, Japanese kids are taught to be aware of their surroundings (which also means taking care of it).  The world watched impressed as Japanese football fans picked up after themselves during the 2014 World Cup.  

Then this kawaii boy made news here as well for cleaning up the trash left behind after a match between Singapore and Japan during the World Cup qualifiers in November last year. Yes, you might argue it’s in their DNA. But hey, we also can learn how to cultivate this same self-awareness and civic-mindedness rite….

Myanmar football fans proved they were no slouches either. Despite a 4-2 defeat to Singapore at the 2014 Suzuki Cup, they still cheered as fervently as the local support.  AND they made an effort to clean up after the match despite the loss. Classy.

The Make My Dae

It is easy to take everyday things for granted such as the shoes on our feet. But this kind Korean dude by the name of Choi Dae Ho could not bear to see an old lady go without.

While not exactly renowned for spontaneity, this Korean readily offered up his slippers to her when he encountered her on a bus, even though he didn’t have a spare pair on him. To him, the comfort of an old lady was more important than having to brave the hot ground after alighting from the bus.

Dae is definitely a shoe-in for the type of foreign friend we love!

The Lucky No. 8

One helpful foreigner not enough? How about eight?

Having a car stall on a busy road can be one of the most stressful situations one may face as a driver, especially when there are impatient drivers honking at you.

So this driver must have been mighty relieved when eight nearby workers braved the honks, and heaved and ho-ed to get her car off the road after it stalled.

They saved the day and reduced the noise pollution level. FTW.

The Champion Lifters

It sometimes takes a calamity to bring people from different walks of life together.

Among the 30 individuals who ran to help this pedestrian trapped under the bus were people of different races, religions and nationalities. While we so often focus on the differences between us, we still know the value of a human life. And we know how to work together to save one. With one collective massive effort, these budding weightlifters lifted the bus and saved a young man’s life. Give these champions a medal!

The Silver Serb-er

Aleksandar Duric is no stranger to this land, having sunk his football boots and roots in Singapore since the early 2000s.

This former Singapore international footballer of Serbian descent went on to score 24 goals in 53 games for Singapore and went on record to say that the proudest achievement in his life was earning the respect of Singaporeans.

Aleksandar, not only have you earned our respect, you have also earned a place in our hearts.

The Defenders of the Realm

The security and defence of Singapore is something that should not be taken for granted. 68 Singaporeans and Permanent Residents (PRs) echoed this sentiment when they volunteered for the inaugural Singapore Armed Forces Volunteer Corps (SAFVC) last year.

PRs have a shared stake in our future, and volunteering for the SAFVC speaks volumes of these PR’s commitment to Singapore. While the two-week training period might be a tad brief, it is still a step in the right direction for those who step forward willingly to forge closer ties to the nation. Salute!

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