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Hundreds queue for Pokémon cards in Singapore, but some leave empty-handed as queue disputes draw police
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk Aiah Bathan , as published by The Independent Singapore
· October 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Limited-edition cards were sold at some stores, including 7-Eleven. Fans of Pokémon have been waiting for hours to buy trading cards.
Fans of Pokémon have been waiting for hours to buy trading cards. The cards' popularity has led to large crowds and complaints about unclear rules for lining up. Disputes over who was next in line prompted police involvement. Some people arrived early, but still did not get the cards they wanted.
Further details about the situation are available from the source. It is known that people started lining up very early, hoping to purchase the cards. Limited-edition cards were sold at some stores, including 7-Eleven.
The popularity of trading cards has drawn a lot of attention, with many fans trying to get their hands on the desired items.
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Category: safety Published: October 9, 2026 Source: The Independent Singapore Reading time: 1 min
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