A Grab delivery driver gave Shaun Chen the middle finger.

The 48-year-old actor then took to Instagram on Nov. 12 to call him out, uploading a dashcam video and two images of the incident.

In the video, Chen's car can be seen at the side of the road, in what appears to be an HDB housing estate.

The Grab driver then drove past him on a motorcycle and gave him the middle finger.

However, it is not known what happened after.

He wrote in the caption, "Why so rude?? [Is it] normal to point middle finger like that?" and tagged the official Grab Instagram account.

The other two images he posted show the licence plate of the motorcycle, and a clear shot of the middle finger gesture.

In response to Mothership's queries, a Grab spokesperson said they are aware of the video circulating online and are currently looking into the matter.

"Road safety and mutual respect are important to us. We expect all our partners to uphold our code of conduct, and will take appropriate action where needed."

You probably heard that Singapore is now encouraging people to read at least 15 minutes a day, courtesy of the ReadSG challenge by the National Library Board (NLB).

The aim of the initiative is to invite Singaporeans to rediscover the joy of reading through a simple daily reading habit, according to the campaign objective.

But what exactly is the joy of reading? And how does it benefit us?

The wonders of reading

According to ScienceDirect, reading can help us better understand others.

When we read, we imagine the experiences of others, including those with different backgrounds from our own.

A study in Germany found that students who own more books tend to be more empathetic and prosocial, even after accounting for socioeconomic status (SES), language background and gender.

In addition, reading has also been found to boost one’s well-being, regardless of age.

Another study quoted by the BBC found that children who read for pleasure have better attention spans, memory, and problem-solving skills.

They also tend to perform better in school, experience fewer mental health problems and lead healthier lifestyles, with more sleep and less screen time.

Meanwhile, adults aged 55 and above who read were found to be significantly less likely to develop cognitive impairment.

More literary events around Singapore

Keen to pick up a book, but still feeling uninspired to do so? Here’s some more good news: there are actually many more literary events around Singapore you can check out to help give you that extra boost, beyond the ReadSG Challenge.

Singapore Writers Festival

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From Nov. 13-22, the Singapore Writers Festival (SWF) will be running at multiple locations, including The Arts House at the Old Parliament, Asian Civilisations Museum and various libraries.

There will be various programmes for you to look forward to, ranging from understanding how killers might behave to a keynote talk by award-winning journalist Stephen Witt, where he will share insights from his new book, The Thinking Machine, which chronicles the rise of Jensen Huang and Nvidia.

Ever wondered how authors come up with detective stories and get into the mind of a detective to create gripping mysteries?

You will have the opportunity to join three mystery authors, Robin Stevens ("Murder Most Unladylike"), Ning Cai ("The Savant Trilogy: Misdirection") and Shamini Flint ("Inspector Singh Investigates"), as they share their creative process and give you a peek behind the scenes of crafting a good whodunit.

Book clubs

If you’re looking to read while connecting with like-minded people, joining a book club is a great way to do both.

Book Bar organises monthly events, ranging from talks with authors and illustrators to quiet group reading sessions. Its monthly book club,

Bookworm Banter, gives participants time to read quietly before coming together for lively discussions and a chance to mingle with fellow book lovers.

Mother tongue reading clubs are also available at our local libraries, catering to different age groups from young learners to adults.

Using your SG Culture Pass to buy Sing Lit books

Did you know you can use your SG Culture Pass credits to purchase eligible Sing Lit titles from participating bookstores?

Here are some of the bookstores:

• ah-Ha! Bookstore by Child Ed
• Basheer Graphic Books
• Book Bar
• Book Point Pte Ltd
• Books Kinokuniya
• BookXcess at OCBC Wisma Atria
• City Book Room
• Grassroots Book Room
• Lingzi Warehouse Books Sale
• Littered with Books
• Maha Yu Yi
• Nurul Anwar Bookstore
• Owl Books
• Pepple Studiomarket
• Popular Bookstore
• TCZ Studio
• The Zall Bookstore
• Union Book Co
• Wardah Books
• Woods in the Books

Literature and whisky, a perfect pairing

Unsure of where to start? Try combining your literary journey with a little treat instead.

Spend an afternoon on Nov. 15 with like-minded kindreds, reflecting on the poems found in Singaporean writer Alvin Pang’s What Gives Us Our Names, alongside a flight of three whiskies.

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Now’s your chance to finally pick up that book. It will really do you some good.

This sponsored article got the author thinking about the joys of reading and why it's worth turning a few more pages.

A total of nine winners from a singing competition held in Singapore have yet to receive their promised S$22,000 prize money after almost four months.

According to Lianhe Zaobao, the nine winners took part in the competition in June 2026, four of whom have reported the incident to the police.

Competition, prize money

Held from Jun. 26 to 28, the competition was divided into categories including youth, working professionals and senior citizens.

Zaobao reported that the cash and prizes were worth over S$22,000.

The winner of the competition, who initially did not intend to take part, decided to sign up after his friend in Malaysia invited him.

He did not expect to become champion, Zaobao reported.

While the competition advertised S$22,000 for the total prize pool, it apparently did not specify the amount for each group in detail.

The champion only learned on the day of the awards ceremony that he would receive S$2,500 in cash and S$500 in vouchers for makeup and hairstyling, Zaobao reported.

He added that the second and third place would receive S$1,000 and S$500 in cash and vouchers respectively.

"When we went on stage to receive the award, we only received an envelope that informed us that the prize money would be transferred to our bank account on Jul. 30," he said.

Chasing prize money

The prize money did not arrive on Jul. 30.

Organisers then announced the prize money would be delayed till Sep. 11 due to internal problems, but this promise apparently fell through as well.

The champion told Zaobao that the nine winners of the first, second, and third place prizes had not yet received their cash prizes amounting to S$12,000.

He added that while another 15 individuals were supposed to receive gift certificates, they had not been redeemed as well.

After the winners discovered that another singing competition would be held in late September with some of the same staff, judges and emcees, they decided to claim their prize money there.

However, the person in charge allegedly told them that both competitions were organised by different companies, Zaobao reported, adding that they were told to contact the previous person in charge.

"When we asked when the prize money would be paid, they kept making excuses and we ended up not getting any information at all," the champion said.

2nd competition

Some of the contestants had previously registered for the second competition and paid a registration fee of S$30 to S$50, the champion said.

He added that they withdrew at the last minute since the prize money from the first competition had not been paid out.

Zaobao reported that the contestants apparently called and texted the organisers many times for their prize money, but did not receive a response.

Police report

Following this, four of the winners filed a police report on Oct. 12.

The remaining contestants found it difficult to travel to Singapore as they are from Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur and Sabah.

Having participated in many singing competitions over the years, the champion said he had never won a prize without receiving the prize money for a long time.

Though the contestants did not have much hope of claiming their prize money, they still wanted to try and remind others, Zaobao reported the champion as saying.

"Our main reason for contacting the media is to prevent more people from encountering the same situation. If we can get our prize money back, that would be an extra bonus."

Zaobao reached out to the organisers regarding reasons for the delayed prize money and when contestants could expect to be paid, but did not receive a response at the time of writing.

If you're still on the fence about catching the Brazil vs Japan friendly at The Kallang this Saturday (Nov. 14), one Brazilian superfan in Singapore has a simple message for you: you're not just buying a ticket, you're investing in a core memory.

Meet the force behind Singapore's Brazilian community: Ana Paula Nielsen.

Ana is a longtime resident of nearly 14 years who has spent the last decade bringing her homeland's vibrant spirit to Singapore, from leading Chingay contingents to organising annual Brazilian carnival parties.

Recently, she has been gearing up for Saturday's headline clash at the National Stadium.

At least 400 to 500 Brazilians in Singapore are expected to turn up in full force to cheer on their national team.

Ana shared that Brazilians from Malaysia and neighbouring countries will also be coming to Singapore for this match, bringing the total estimated number to 700 to 800.

"How much is the memory worth?"

Tickets for the Mizuho Blue Challenge match range from S$98 to S$888, which admittedly isn't cheap.

But to her, the price tag is worth every cent.

"It's not spending money [on the tickets], it's an investment," she shared, pointing out that fans rarely get the chance to watch world-class Brazilian stars live in Singapore.

She speaks from experience. Back at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, Ana took her two young daughters to a match where Neymar scored four goals.

Because of where they were seated near the tunnel, she ended up getting a flag signed by Kaká as the players walked past.

"I don't remember how much I paid for the tickets," she laughed. "What you remember are the moments... to tell in the future to your grandkids."

Not just a football match

Those heading down to The Kallang on Nov. 14 won't just be watching a high-stakes rematch of the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, where Brazil edged out Japan 2-1.

They'll also be treated to the infectious energy of Singapore's Brazilian community.

Ana personally reached out to The Kallang to offer the community's full support and added that attendees can expect some "activations".

"I told The Kallang to count on us, not only on spreading the word."

With the experience of bringing 430kg of authentic carnival costumes from Rio to Singapore for Chingay and throwing annual parties complete with 50kg of confetti and live samba drumming, Ana and the Brazilian community know a thing or two about creating an electric atmosphere.

Ana is hoping for a 4-0 Brazil win on Saturday, repeating their 2014 friendly victory over Japan in Singapore.

Mizuho Blue Challenge: Brazil vs Japan

When: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026

Time: Kick-off at 6:15pm

Where: National Stadium, The Kallang

Tickets available here.

Singapore Airlines' (SIA) share of Air India's losses amounted to S$361.7 million for the six months ended Sep. 30, 2026, according to its interim financial statements released on Nov. 11.

This was S$67.8 million lower than the S$429.5 million recorded during the corresponding period a year earlier.

However, the lower reported loss was not due to an improvement in Air India's underlying performance.

According to The Business Times (BT), SIA chief financial officer Tan JoAnn said at a Nov. 12 post-earnings briefing that the smaller loss was mainly due to the reversal of provisions made in previous years.

She did not disclose the amount reversed.

Value of Air India investment falls to S$800 million

The carrying value of SIA's investment in Air India fell by S$334.7 million over six months, from S$1.13 billion at the end of March 2026 to S$799.9 million as of Sep. 30, according to its interim financial statements.

According to BT, the decline reflected SIA's share of Air India's losses under the equity accounting method.

The investment previously had a carrying value of around S$2 billion at the end of March 2025.

As Mothership previously reported, SIA acquired a 25.1 per cent stake in Air India following its merger with Vistara in November 2024, with Tata Sons holding the remaining 74.9 per cent.

SIA remains optimistic about India's aviation market

Despite the losses, SIA chief executive officer Goh Choon Phong remained optimistic about India's aviation market.

Goh noted that Air India's frequent-flyer programme has around 10 million members, according to BT.

Goh also pointed to efforts by Air India's new chief executive officer, Tewolde Gebremariam, to increase revenue and control costs.

"Tewolde has just joined in September, so a lot of the measures that he is implementing obviously will take time to filter through," he said, according to BT.

SIA and Air India expanded their partnership in October 2026, offering more flight options between Singapore and eight Indian cities.

The changes also allow passengers to book eligible flights operated by either airline through the other's booking channels.

Lori Huang, the wife of former Nvidia chief executive officer Jensen Huang, could receive about US$70 billion (approximately S$90.06 billion) if the couple divorces following reports of his extramarital affairs, according to Forbes.

The estimate takes into account California's community property laws, under which assets acquired during a marriage are generally divided equally in a divorce, including Huang's stake in Nvidia.

Forbes estimated Huang's net worth at US$143.2 billion approximately (S$184.23 billion) as of Nov. 12, after Nvidia's shares fell following his resignation amid reports of extramarital affairs.

It remains unclear whether the couple will divorce, with Lori yet to publicly address the allegations or indicate whether she intends to remain married to Huang.

Why Lori could receive half his fortune

Under California's community property laws, assets acquired during a marriage are generally divided equally between spouses in a divorce, according to the California Courts' Families Change resource.

Certain assets, including property owned before marriage or received through inheritance, may be excluded from the division.

Huang holds a 3.58 per cent stake in Nvidia, according to the company's 2026 proxy statement.

Lori could therefore receive a substantial share of the couple's wealth if they divorce, although the amount would depend on Nvidia's share price, any prenuptial or postnuptial agreements, and whether certain assets qualify as separate property, according to Forbes.

Married for over 40 years

Jensen and Lori met while studying electrical engineering at Oregon State University in the early 1980s, according to The Independent.

They married in 1985, eight years before Huang co-founded Nvidia in 1993.

Lori, who also worked as a microchip designer, later put her career on hold to raise their two children, Spencer and Madison, both of whom now work at Nvidia.

Huang has previously credited his wife for supporting him throughout his career.

"Every moment of Nvidia, she was there," he said during an interview with CNA.

"She's been part of Nvidia every step of the way."

Former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, 63, has reportedly adopted a more resigned demeanour in the week since allegations about his extramarital affairs surfaced.

Hours after he announced on Nov. 12 that he was resigning as president, chief executive officer and board member, it was reported that he allegedly had an affair with a third woman, reportedly an employee.

The first was Alice Huang, a former executive at Singapore-based Megaspeed, who has also been described as an alleged Chinese spy.

The second was Nvidia's healthcare vice president Kimberly Powell.

The third woman was not named.

"I don't care"

Citing a person familiar with the matter, Bloomberg reported that Huang's demeanour had changed in the days following the allegations.

He had allegedly started using phrases, such as "whatever" and "I don't care."

People who have spoken with him in recent days described him as remorseful, adding that he had referred to himself as a "piece of sh*t".

They said he claimed not to care what happens to himself, and that his main concern is his wife and ensuring that the lives of the women linked to him are not "ruined".

Bloomberg reported that Huang could not be reached for comment.

Timeline of events

Questions about Huang's close relationship with Alice first emerged in a New York Times report in late October 2026.

After the U.S. government launched a probe into Nvidia’s relationship with Huang, Huang admitted that he had been unfaithful to his wife in an email to Nvidia staff on Nov. 8.

In it, Huang wrote that he owed his family and colleagues an apology.

"I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did. I am deeply sorry."

He added: "I take full responsibility for what I did and the hurt I caused, and I accept the criticism that comes with it."

He also addressed his staff and colleagues, saying he had "fallen short" of his responsibility to serve them and be worthy of their trust.

Two of Huang's children work for Nvidia.

The affair allegation with Powell surfaced about three days later.

Nvidia's executive vice president and chief financial officer Colette Kress will replace Huang on an interim basis following his departure from the company.

She said: "Nvidia's strength has always come from its people, and together with our leadership team, I am committed to building on the extraordinary foundation Jensen created over the last 33 years."

"We will continue advancing the work that has made Nvidia a leader in accelerated computing and AI, and execute on the opportunities ahead. Our focus remains on serving our customers, partners, developers and shareholders."

Huang co-founded the chipmaker in 1993 and led it for over three decades, becoming the face of the AI arms race.

He is married to Lori Mills, his college sweetheart and lab partner.

The pair have two children together, both of whom work at Nvidia.

Reports have indicated that Huang had no succession plans as CEO.

A 60-year-old Singaporean man was fined S$4,000 on Nov. 12 after he molested a 20-year-old student nurse posted to a local health facility while he was there.

The Straits Times (ST) reported that Tan Kiah Chye, who was also ordered to pay the nurse S$1,000 in compensation, pleaded guilty to outraging her modesty.

A gag order was imposed on the woman to protect her identity, as well as the health facility.

Molest

Charge sheets seen by Mothership stated that Tan, who uses a wheelchair, wheeled himself towards the woman at about 9:39am on May 19 and slapped her left buttock over her pants.

He then apologised after she turned around, ST reported, adding that the woman later made a police report.

Tan was subsequently arrested in June.

Emotional trauma

ST reported that following the incident, the woman suffered emotional trauma, the deputy public prosecutor (DPP) told the court.

He said: "The accused outraged the modesty of a student who was training to be a healthcare worker.

Those convicted of molestation can be jailed for up to three years, fined or caned, or receive any combination of such punishments.

Those aged 50 and above are exempted from caning.

A Singaporean couple abandoned 71 cats in their squalid Bukit Panjang flat for nearly two years without adequate food or water, leading to the death of nine cats.

On Nov. 12, Nurul Nadiah Noor Mohamed was handed 16 weeks' jail after pleading guilty to 24 charges for permitting the causing of unnecessary pain and suffering to the animals.

The 33-year-old was also disqualified from pet ownership for 12 months, reported The Straits Times (ST).

Her now ex-husband, Muhammad Khairul Naim Zainol, 37, had previously pleaded guilty to the same number of charges and was jailed for 16 weeks on Sep. 23.

The couple's actions were uncovered after a neighbour reported a distressed and skinny cat on the unit's air-conditioning ledge to the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS).

The authorities found a total of 61 living cats, three carcasses, six skulls and a bag of bones upon examination of the flat, excluding the cat found on the ledge.

Unsterilised cats bred rapidly

The couple did not own any pets prior to purchasing their flat in March 2018. They acquired several unsterilised cats in early 2019.

The cats "bred uncontrollably", and despite rehoming attempts, their numbers ballooned.

The couple left their flat and moved in with Khairul's parents, abandoning the cats in the unit.

Due to unpaid utility bills, a few months later, the flat's water and electricity supply were cut off.

Khairul allegedly returned to the flat daily to leave dry kibble and water.

However, he stopped once it became more difficult to enter the unit and resorted to leaving the food and water at the unit's doorstep.

According to ST, Nurul followed her then-husband to most of these visits.

The last time he entered his flat was sometime in December 2023.

Khairul also claimed that he re-visited the unit's doorstep to place dry food on the morning of Feb. 20, 2024.

Cat on the aircon ledge

On Feb. 20, 2024, AVS and the police were separately alerted to the unit.

AVS received feedback that morning about a cat seen on the air-conditioning ledge of the unit. It was rescued by neighbours residing one floor below the unit and later taken to a vet clinic.

The police had received a call about a smell emanating from the unit.

AVS officers noted the dry kibble on the floor near the door entrance and a lack of fresh water supply.

Only one small container of water was claimed to have been provided by Khairul daily.

Court documents noted that there was one decomposing carcass with maggots seen in the living room.

There were also a few cats free-roaming in the unit, with several of them hiding under the mattress or curtains.

The floor and furniture were caked in excreta and dirt. Faecal material was found throughout the flat, and there was a strong ammonia smell.

A report by an NParks veterinarian stated that all 61 cats found inside the unit experienced pain and suffering, and all cats were found to be dehydrated on physical examination.

44 cats had a Body Condition Score which showed they were thin or very thin. Nine cats were found to be emaciated.

Sentencing

According to ST, a sentence of between 16 and 24 weeks' jail was sought by the prosecution for Nurul, who cited that this was not a momentary lapse of care.

Nurul's lawyer noted that she had made attempts to rehome the cats in mitigation.

The lawyer added that she was facing financial issues and caring for her ailing father, asking for a sentence of between eight and a half weeks and 16 weeks.

The district judge called the case one of the most egregious cases of animal hoarding when it comes to its scale and duration, reported ST.

He said this meant a stiffer sentence was warranted.

The Beverage Container Return Scheme (BCRS) operator said it takes the deliberate manipulation of the machines and fraudulent claims seriously.

This was after a man was filmed scanning the barcode of a container repeatedly and returning other containers.

He repeated the process several times and successfully returned multiple cans.

Takes fraudulent claims seriously

A BCRS Ltd spokesperson told Mothership on Nov. 13 in response to media queries that it is aware of the videos circulating online showing an individual depositing ineligible containers into a Return Right machine after scanning an eligible container bearing the 10-cent deposit mark.

"The 10-cent deposit refund is intended for eligible beverage containers returned through the Beverage Container Return Scheme," the spokesperson said.

The spokesperson added: "As the scheme operator, our priority is to ensure the system functions reliably and fairly for everyone.

"This includes validating refund claims and reconciling transaction records to guard against fraud, in accordance with our operating license."

The spokesperson emphasised that deliberate manipulation of the machines or fraudulent claims is taken seriously, as it undermines the trust of members of the public who are genuinely trying to recycle and return right.

Safeguard integrity of scheme

In a separate reply to Mothership, an NEA spokesperson said the agency takes a serious view of any deliberate misuse of the Return Right machines under BCRS.

"We have reminded the scheme operator, BCRS Ltd., to take appropriate measures to safeguard the integrity of the scheme and address any deliberate misuse of the Return Right machines," the spokesperson said.

"NEA will continue to work with BCRS Ltd. to review the system and strengthen safeguards where necessary, so that the scheme operates as intended," the spokesperson added.

"We also urge the public to use the Return Right machines responsibly in support of our national recycling efforts."

24-hour CCTV surveillance

The BCRS Ltd spokesperson added that it has since worked with Return Network Operators (RPNOs) to calibrate the Return Right machines to address the issue and will continue strengthening safeguards across the return network.

The spokesperson noted that all its Return Right machines are equipped with digital transaction logs, 24-hour CCTV surveillance and fraud detection technology

"We also regularly monitor data across our return network to detect any anomalous transaction patterns, and any fraudulent behaviour would be referred to the relevant authorities for investigation and appropriate action," the spokesperson said.

"We appreciate the community's vigilance and urge members of the public to report suspected misuse of Return Right machines directly to BCRS Ltd. Please continue using the machines as intended to support our national recycling effort."