SGThe Singaporean government has updated the guidelines for the 2026 National Day Parade (NDP), allowing live streaming and professional cameras in the National Stadium. Previously, these items were prohibited, but the organizers revised their rules based on public feedback. While professional cameras and live streaming are now permitted, restrictions remain on gimbals, selfie sticks, tripods, and monopods. The changes follow an advisory issued on July 2 and were further clarified through social media posts on July 4. However, checks by The Straits Times showed the official website had not been updated by midday on July 4. Landscape photographer Darren Soh questioned the ban, suggesting it might be due to the stadium’s general policies against reselling images of celebrities, which he argued does not apply to the NDP. Public reaction included criticism of the perceived inconsistency in rules.
Tendenz-Einschätzung (Mitte): The article presents the update to NDP guidelines as a factual report, balancing both the organizers' decision and public reactions. It includes quotes from photographers and users expressing concerns, while also noting the official stance on safety and commercial event rules. There is no clear slan
