SINGAPORE – You may have read about complaints by residents of defects in housing projects, but did you know that firms specialising in checking for such defects exist? Read more at straitstimes.com.
It might seem niche, but defect inspection firms say demand for their services is surging, with greater awareness among home owners on the need for professional checks.Mr Melvin Keh in an interview with The Straits Times in February 2022. ST PHOTO: GIN TAY
Pokemon’s famous tagline is “Gotta catch em all!”, but competitive players also aspire to be the very best, like no one ever was. Competitive Pokemon player Melvin Keh has represented Singapore on the international stage, and made the top 16 at the Pokemon World Championships in 2018 and 2019. He also won the national championships in Singapore in 2022 and 2023.
The 29-year-old gym manager told The Straits Times he began coaching when approached by a parent, with the notion growing on him over time.in Melbourne. At that point, Mr Keh had coached her for only eight months.“Pokemon VGC is the competitive scene of the mainline Pokémon games, where players strategically construct teams and engage in turn-based battles,” explains Mr Keh.
A mastery of in-game mechanics is essential, as raising competitive Pokemon involves breeding and training the critters to maximise their potential.
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