Aesthetically designed solar panels are becoming ideal for vertical installations on buildings as Singapore's green energy demand rises and rooftop space becomes limited.SINGAPORE: The iconic blue Baba House at the National University of Singapore (NUS) is set to embrace sustainability with solar panels designed in traditional Peranakan styles, installed vertically on its façade.These panels will …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
A region-wide study highlights the impact of hustle culture on the mental well-being of Singapore’s workforce.A comprehensive study titled ‘Hustle Culture’ has revealed that 52 percent of employees in Singapore report experiencing a poor quality of life, significantly higher than the 37 percent in Indonesia and 36 percent in the Philippines.Conducted by Intellect and Milieu …
A consumer sentiment study reveals that financial constraints are leading young Singaporeans to prioritize renting over purchasing property.A recent consumer sentiment study has revealed a significant trend: two-thirds, or 66 percent, of young Singaporeans are opting to rent rather than buy property.The study, conducted by real estate portal PropertyGuru, found that respondents aged 22 to …
Government spending was less than the initially promised S$100 billion due to underutilization of resources earmarked for potential public health challenges.SINGAPORE: Over the past two financial years, a total of S$72.3 billion has been spent to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, announced Second Minister for Finance Indranee Rajah in Parliament on Tuesday (Sep 13).Of this amount, …
Navigating Financial Challenges in the Adult Entertainment Industry“I began my journey on OnlyFans for additional income… and also because I enjoy sharing captivating photos,” laughs Singaporean OnlyFans creator Lucy. “Now, I earn more from that than my regular job.”With a blend of composure and enthusiasm, Lucy shares her transition from a typical office worker, or …
Reflecting on a cherished memory, He Ting Ru shares her encounter with Queen Elizabeth at Ang Mo Kio Town Centre.With the world remembering Queen Elizabeth’s legacy, Workers’ Party Member of Parliament He Ting Ru recalls a special moment from her childhood when she met the Queen during her 1989 visit to Singapore. It was the …
Manpower Minister Tan See Leng highlights safeguards to prevent misuse of the Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass, a visa for top talent earning S$30,000 or more monthly.SINGAPORE: Singapore’s new Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass, designed to attract top global talent, will be closely monitored to prevent misuse, said Manpower Minister Tan See Leng in Parliament …
Phoenix shares his transition from incel identity to a fulfilling relationship.At 24 years old, Phoenix embodies the typical Singaporean male archetype. An accounting graduate from a local university, he currently works as an auditor in a Big Four firm. Outside of crunching numbers and analyzing spreadsheets, he enjoys board games, DOTA, and anime.However, Phoenix has …
The aftermath of a recent sale sees several food stalls leaving the coffee shop.Several stalls have vacated a kopitiam in Yishun following its S$40 million sale in July. On September 5, a member of the Facebook group Uniquely Singapore Hawker Food! shared an update on the coffee shop located at Block 848 Yishun Street 81, …
MFA emphasizes the significance of the FIR pact for aviation safety and cooperation.SINGAPORE: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) expressed its approval of Indonesia's ratification of the Agreement on the Realignment of the Boundary between the Jakarta Flight Information Region (FIR) and Singapore's FIR on Thursday (Sept 8), responding to media inquiries.The FIR agreement, signed …
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