A New Visa Initiative Could Attract Foreign Skilled Workers and Support the Growth of the JS-SEZMaybank has pointed out that the introduction of an SEZ visa could play a crucial role in alleviating the labour shortages faced by businesses in the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ). According to the bank’s latest report, titled “Johor-Singapore SEZ: …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
How a Revelation of His True Ethnicity Sparked an Identity Crisis Amidst Family TraditionsFor many, Chinese New Year is a time to reconnect with family, eat festive meals, and celebrate longstanding traditions. But for 28-year-old Benjamin Harris, the celebrations often trigger a deep-seated sense of dislocation, as his upbringing as a Chinese Christian diverges sharply …
Amidst ongoing impeachment proceedings, South Korea's President Yoon faces insurrection charges over his failed martial law attempt.South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is currently embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle after being indicted on charges of insurrection following his controversial attempt to impose martial law in December 2023. The charges were filed on January 26, …
A social media post sparks debate over the lack of consideration shown by a driver in a crowded car park.A Mercedes driver in Singapore has faced backlash after their "irresponsible" parking was shared online in a complaint group on January 26. The post, which was made by Facebook user Gan Gan, showed the luxury car …
The Thai capital battles severe air pollution, prompting unprecedented school closures and government measures.Severe air pollution in Bangkok forced the closure of 352 schools on Friday, January 24, marking the highest number of closures in the city in five years. Authorities in the Thai capital also introduced a series of measures, including free public transport …
The Singaporean leader calls for urgent reforms in education and training to address the impending employment crisis.Speaking at the Economic Forum in Davos on January 22, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam highlighted a looming global employment crisis, where 1.2 billion workers will enter the job market over the next decade, competing for just 400 million available jobs. …
Israeli military’s raid on Jenin intensifies, with evacuation orders issued as violence escalates in the West Bank.Hundreds of residents in Jenin, a volatile area in the occupied West Bank, began evacuating their homes on Thursday, January 23, as Israeli forces continued a deadly operation. The Israeli military, which launched the raid earlier this week, is …
Singaporean woman shares concerns over her boyfriend’s insistence on a 50/50 split of expenses despite vast income disparity.A Singaporean woman has raised concerns about her long-term relationship after discovering that her boyfriend, who earns a staggering S$2 million annually, expects them to split all expenses equally, despite the vast difference in their salaries.In an anonymous …
Collaborative Initiative Aims to Showcase Singapore’s Healthcare Innovations and Promote Global Health EquitySINGAPORE: The National University of Singapore (NUS) Medicine has teamed up with the World Economic Forum (WEF) to position Singapore as the Forum's inaugural Centre for Health and Healthcare Country Lighthouse. This strategic partnership will highlight Singapore's advancements in healthcare, establishing the nation …
The Unseen Challenges of Athletes Who Never Make It to the Top Despite Their DedicationIn the world of sports, winning is often seen as the ultimate goal. For many, it's what defines their career. As Vince Lombardi famously said, “Winning is not everything; it is the only thing.” In Singapore, this mindset is strongly ingrained …
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