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Image of man & child at rubbish bin at night apparently looking for BCRS containers sparks debate
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk Belmont Lay , as published by Mothership
· October 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The image appears to show the pair rummaging through the bin, reportedly in search of containers that can be returned for a refund. A photo of a man and child searching a rubbish bin at night has sparked online debate.
A photo of a man and child searching a rubbish bin at night has sparked online debate. The image appears to show the pair rummaging through the bin, reportedly in search of containers that can be returned for a refund. The photo was posted on a Facebook page and drew hundreds of comments within a short period.
Many commenters found the image to be heartbreaking. The debate was intense enough that the comments section was eventually closed. Further details about the photo and the reactions it received are available from the source.
The photo was shared on October 3.
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Category: parks Published: October 4, 2026 Source: Mothership Reading time: 1 min
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