Singaporean actress hosts candid conversations with married women as she prepares for her own journey into marriage.Rebecca Lim, a 36-year-old Singaporean actress who has won multiple acting awards and is recognized as one of the Top 10 Most Popular Female Artists in the country, recently shared an Instagram post announcing her new show, With Love, …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Deputy Prime Minister outlines strategies for inclusive growth amidst global uncertainties.SINGAPORE: Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong assured Singaporeans that the Government will “redouble” its efforts to develop and support workers while keeping the economy open. Speaking at the Singapore Economic Policy Forum on Tuesday (Oct 18), Mr Wong discussed Singapore’s strategy to maintain economic growth …
Navigating the world of art and design through a unique lens.“The three colours of a traffic light are always red, amber, and green. But for me, the red looks more like a ‘danger’ red, and the amber looks a bit like a Fanta red or a sunset red,” says Syahid Isn. I contemplate for a …
Singapore ranks ninth globally in retirement income systems, prompting calls for reforms to enhance accessibility.In a recently published ranking of retirement income systems worldwide, Singapore achieved the highest score in Asia and ranked ninth overall. Meanwhile, Japan and Malaysia demonstrated the most significant improvements in their retirement income systems, according to the 14th annual Mercer …
Travel agencies report a surge in bookings as airlines increase flights to meet the rising demand.TAIPEI: Businesses—particularly those in tourism—are already experiencing a sales boost as Taiwan welcomed the return of tourists on Thursday (Oct 13), following the easing of some of the world's most stringent COVID-19 border restrictions. Travellers began arriving at Taoyuan International …
Exploring the relentless pursuit of excellence and the personal journey of Kuik Swee Boon in the world of dance.Most people see dance as a hobby. Some see it as a profession. Few see it as their lives. Kuik Swee Boon is part of the latter group. In 2022, he is the founder and artistic director …
Discover how these mukbang stars manage to consume massive quantities of food and the surprising truths behind the trend.Mukbang (eating broadcast) is a phenomenon where hosts consume enormous amounts of food while live-streaming to their audience. This genre often intertwines with ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response), capturing the satisfying sounds of eating—think slurps, crunches, and …
Starting December 26, fares for adult card users will increase by 4 cents for journeys up to 8.2km and 5 cents for longer trips.SINGAPORE: Bus and train fares in Singapore will see an increase of up to 5 cents beginning December 26, as announced by the Public Transport Council (PTC) on Wednesday (October 12) following …
A new Instagram account showcases the unique quirks and candid complaints of life in Singapore.The Instagram account @publicnoticesg, launched in 2011 by photographer and creative director Kevin WY Lee, began as a passion project where he documented literal signs found around Singapore. The notices often convey complaints or warnings, articulated in perfect Singlish, with a …
A former resident shares frustrations about life in Punggol that led to their move.A former resident of Punggol has shared their grievances about living conditions in the area, highlighting issues such as an unbearable smell, uninviting carparks, and disruptive neighbors, which ultimately prompted their decision to relocate.In a post to the Facebook group Complaint Singapore …
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