Navigating Identity and Connection in a Diverse Family BackgroundGrowing up, I wasn’t particularly religious as a Muslim. My parents sent me to madrasah (religious school) every weekend, I had Quran lessons once a week, and I tried hard to pray five times a day. But honestly, I felt like I was just going through the …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Minister Ong Ye Kung shares laughs as he endures a pun-filled interview.It's not every day that you hear Singapore's Minister for Health, Ong Ye Kung, remark, "You are very corny, leh." Yet, in a recent video produced by local online guide TheSmartLocal.com, alongside the community page of Sembawang GRC, a young host playfully "annoys" Mr. …
A significant shift in security protocols at Tuas and Woodlands Checkpoints as ICA officers assume first responder duties from the police.SINGAPORE: A typical weekday evening at Tuas Checkpoint unfolds calmly, with heavy vehicles arriving from Malaysia and travelers clearing immigration. Suddenly, chaos erupts as four gunmen clad in camouflage storm the arrival bus hall, forcing …
A look into the challenges and sacrifices of professional fighters who battle for glory while risking their lives.There are countless ways to injure yourself from throwing a punch—perhaps as many as there are months in a year. Chances are, you wouldn’t consider the potential injuries before launching a fist at something (or someone). As long …
PM Lee emphasizes the PAP's commitment to fulfilling promises and securing a strong mandate.The People’s Action Party (PAP) has released a video showcasing key highlights from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong's speech at the PAP Conference and Awards 2022. The video, published on Monday (Nov 14), outlines five essential points from Mr. Lee’s address during …
This marks the second hike in fixed home loan interest rates in under two months.SINGAPORE: DBS, OCBC, and UOB have raised their fixed home loan interest rates as of Tuesday (Nov 15), with rates reaching as high as 4.5%. DBS, Singapore’s largest bank, now offers four fixed-rate packages ranging from two to five years, all …
Despite their championship wins, support and acknowledgment for lion dance troupes remain elusive.I’m watching a video of a lion dance performance at the Prime Minister’s Cup held in Kuala Lumpur in September 2022. Singapore-based Yiwei Athletic Association is putting on a stunning show in the regional lion dance championship. Its lion, adorned in a breathtaking …
Former assistants express desire to move on as they seek to return to private life and personal freedom.Loh Pei Ying and Yudhishthra Nathan, former assistants to ex-Sengkang GRC MP Raeesah Khan, have officially resigned from the Workers’ Party (WP) and submitted their letters to Secretary-General Pritam Singh.Loh Pei Ying served as Khan's secretarial assistant from …
New regulations will require licensing for EV charging operators to prevent unsafe or poorly maintained charging points.SINGAPORE: A new Electric Vehicles (EV) Charging Bill was introduced in Parliament on Wednesday (Nov 9) to help Singapore meet its target of deploying 60,000 charging points by 2030 and transitioning to cleaner energy vehicles by 2040.The Bill aims …
Discover how Dannon Har turned his passion for mixology into a thriving home bar experience.As I stand on the porch of a modest executive condo in Sengkang, I wonder if I’ve arrived at the right place. A small sign hanging by the entrance reads ‘Section D,’ confirming I’m in the right spot.Upon entering, I'm welcomed …
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