Increasing reports of family violence highlight the need for better victim support and awareness in Singapore.SINGAPORE: As a social worker specializing in family violence, Ms. Kristine Lam understands the critical nature of the initial encounter between a victim and the police. This interaction can heavily influence whether the victim seeks help again.“Police are often the …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Innovations in public health and sustainability pave the way for a better living environment.My husband and I aspire to give our child the best—not in terms of material wealth, but by prioritizing family time, home-cooked meals, and the joy of sharing dad (or mom) jokes. However, as the prices of HDB flats soar above a …
With the largest migrant population in Singapore, Malaysians prepare for the November 19 polls amid employer support for their travel plans.SINGAPORE: Malaysians living and working in Singapore are making arrangements to return home as their country heads to the polls in less than three weeks. Companies in Singapore have expressed their support to let their …
Engaging with residents to address local concerns and enhance community connections.Singapore Democratic Party organising secretary Jufri Salim joined his fellow party members earlier in the week as they made their rounds in constituencies that the party had contested in previous Singapore General Elections. Along with party treasurer Surayah Akbar, CEC member Naresh Subramaniam, and Abdul …
Experts reveal the challenges of audio deepfakes and the ongoing battle against misinformation.For some time now, artificial intelligence (AI) has been capable of mimicking human speech. But what happens when it becomes indistinguishable from the real thing? With advanced software, anyone can create AI-generated audio that convincingly reproduces human voices, a phenomenon known as ‘audio …
Despite Disapproval, Ghosting Remains a Common Reality in Singapore's Dating SceneA recent survey conducted by Bumble reveals a striking contradiction in the dating habits of Singaporeans. While a significant majority disapprove of ghosting—defined as abruptly cutting off communication without explanation—three out of five individuals have either ghosted someone or have been ghosted themselves.Bumble's survey, which …
External economic conditions and ongoing COVID-19 restrictions expected to impact Singapore's growth trajectory.SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has projected a slowdown in the country's economy at a “below-trend pace” in 2023, citing increasing challenges from the external environment, as announced on Thursday (Oct 27).As a result, overall labor demand is anticipated to “soften …
Experts explore the role of design and innovation in shaping a sustainable and vibrant tomorrow.As the spotlight falls on Paola Antonelli at the Victoria Theatre, anticipation buzzes through the audience. This renowned Italian architect, curator, and author is the Curatorial Director for the Design Futures Symposium during Singapore Design Week 2022. With eager attention, attendees …
A weekend of electrifying performances and unforgettable moments at Singapore's first 2-day music extravaganza.One Love Asia Festival – Asia’s first 2-day Music and Lifestyle Mega Festival – returned after a two-year hiatus with star-studded performances from artists eager to grace the local Singaporean stage once again, attracting an estimated crowd of 11,000! This in-person music …
Enhanced capacity strengthens regional energy connectivity and clean energy trade.SINGAPORE: Singapore and Malaysia can now transfer double the amount of electricity to each other following the upgrading of the electricity interconnectors between both countries, Second Minister for Trade and Industry Tan See Leng said on Wednesday (Oct 26). The new interconnectors can now accommodate bidirectional …
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