The Noose

Mental health awareness gets a boost, a GST hike is expected and a new type of surgery is performed with success.

Singapore guns to join the space race, elders hijack video game arcades and vigilance on terrorism increases.

Orchard Towers may be set for demolition while crime rages throughout Singapore, not helped by cartels investing in the country.

Two clashing general goods stores fight for sudsy supremacy, the HERP-S system is implemented and aggrieved employers of maids stage a protest.

Car owners beeline for gas stations to fill up, The Noose attempts to win an award and Adrianna Wow attempts to sell beer at a coffee shop.

The National Stadium remains standing despite closing over a year ago, Singaporeans complain a lot and a local hotel gets internationally recognized for an innovative theft prevention measure.

A man takes the Urban Redevelopment Authority to court and wins, a fishball fixing conspiracy is the word on the street and local movie directors seek to bring their works to the global stage.

Taxi drivers are forced to learn French, Disney is on a legal rampage and nonsensical names are deemed nonsensical.

A new form of cheap lodging opens in Singapore, the Singapore Government criminalizes the prediction of winning lottery numbers and pandas try to help Singapore with its pressing issues.

A loan shark runner is wanted for an award, a debate on proper parenting and one man's thoughts on an apparently biased Happiness Index.

Meet our new correspondent, Rose Pok, from Hong Kong and hear when she has to say on THE NOOSE. Jacques Ooi investigates a recent case of public nudity and gets the scoop from the two culprits... in the flesh. Woman Sues Casino... Claims Her Losses Are Illegal! This story and more in the second episode of THE NOOSE.

Malaysia's use for a land parcel is revealed, new penalties for errant monkey feeders and North Korean leaders get wasted.

It was a year in which words like repent and curry brought out some pretty strong feelings amongst Singaporeans, a year in which half naked pictures of men put Orchard Road in the headlines and a year when rain turned out to be the foulest of four letter words for some people. All this and more as we look back on 2011.

In this hilarious episode, Singapore is to return all Malaysians living here following the expiry of a little known loan agreement while a new bill is tabled to outlaw analogies in parliament.

In this episode, laugh out loud as new Citizens attend mandatory assimilation classes; panda bears get distinctively local names; and the men in blue come under fire for using the fun-pack song as a torture device.

The season kicks off with the introduction of a new face in the studio, news anchor Xin Huahua, a talent poached from CCTV in China. We also take a look at the newly re-opened Road Safety Park and lastly, Pornsak Sukhumvit meets Dwayne Johnson, the star of the new action movie G.I.Joe 3D Retaliation.

COE prices are on the rise and the authorities decide to introduce a creative, new initiative to help cool down demand for cars. New war correspondent Henderson Pooper is introduced as the latest addition in the Noose clan.

Is the PSLE good for students or not? One parent can’t make up her mind. Some public agencies are accused of making use of The Noose to further their own agendas. And the impact of dating vouchers in helping singles find their true love.

1) Happiness… now available at a foreign worker dormitory near you. 2) It's the baby event of the year and people on both sides of the causeway are in a tizzy 3) And Singaporeans recall their school days as we look forward to SG50.

1) Doing good for others…you can bet on these guys to do just that 2) That's my space… KTV hostess Lulu gets into a territorial spat with her co-workers 3) And move aside Anthony Chen, make way for Milo Milo

1) Telemarketers take to the streets in a fight to survive 2) Getting a flat before the marriage… but are you sure you are emotionally ready for the commitment? 3) And national servicemen are reportedly more gentlemanly now that they don't have to sing that purple song.

The value of your flat could buy you two European cars, so don't complain. The Noose tracks down Cheryl and her friends to get to the bottom of the birthday fiasco. Local blogger Samosa Lee gets threatened by netizens for slamming Singaporean food. And the parent of a girl who is suing her school speaks up about the abuse she was subject to. And Xin Huahua seeks answers to global problems from some of the brightest minds in the country.

Scientists are baffled by the silence of the birds at Hong Lim Park. KTV hostess Lulu has been roped in to help the pandas Kai Kai and Jia Jia get their groove on. The Noose investigates the appeal of a traditional breakfast dish given a hipster makeover. And celebrity barbar Johar Rambut goes on a walkabout to check out hairstyles.

The Noose talks to two civil defence officers who were filmed thrashing up their dormitory fir their side of the story. Changi Airport is set for another major expansion with plans to build a new technology-centric passenger terminal. The Noose investigates a crackdown by the authorities on Hello Kitty giveaways. And Xin Huahua seeks answers to global problems with some of the brightest minds in the country.

After a year-long hiatus, The Noose is finally back for its ninth season. Our top stories – Singaporeans are going crazy for a new game show that tests their ability to squeeze into small spaces, we take a peek behind the counter and Singapore’s brand new Michelin-starred drinks stall, and our island-nation implores the IOC to include a new sport which authorities believe our locals can excel in.

Minister-at-large Esmond Wan throws his hat into the ring for the role of Prime Minister, believing he has what it takes to lead our nation. The relocation of the Bird Park from Mandai to Jurong ruffles some west-side feathers. A maid gets put on the spot when she obeys condominium rules. And an exclusive interview with Philippine's man of the hour, Duertey Harry.

Recommendations to revise the criteria for Singapore presidential nominees have been put forth and many are keen to find out if they're eligible for the job. Full-time National Servicemen rejoice as they now can choose their NS vocations. And the service sector goes high-tech as more F&B owners are now replacing their staff with the latest technology.