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Singapore School Defends Controversial Canteen Meal Program

1/7/2026

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Singapore's Hwa Chong Institution faced backlash over its new canteen programme.
Social media users questioned the meals' quality and nutritional value after images showed rice, vegetables, and protein in turquoise trays.
The school defended the meals.
Nine students were interviewed.
A Secondary Four student said portions were imbalanced and nutrition was inadequate.

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Story summary

Singapore's Hwa Chong Institution faced backlash over its new canteen programme.
Social media users questioned the meals' quality and nutritional value after images showed rice, vegetables, and protein in turquoise trays.
The school defended the meals.
Nine students were interviewed.
A Secondary Four student said portions were imbalanced and nutrition was inadequate.