A candid discussion on the fall from grace of Malaysia's former first lady and the public's reaction.How the mighty and their designer handbags have fallen.On September 1, the High Court of Kuala Lumpur found Rosmah Mansor, the wife of ousted former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak, guilty of soliciting and accepting bribes in exchange for …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
The ONE pass initiative aims to streamline the hiring of top professionals in various fields.Minister of Manpower Tan See Leng elaborated on the “offensive strategy” aimed at attracting top global talent to Singapore, a strategy mentioned by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong during his National Day Rally speech last month.“What we truly hope to bring …
The delivery platform takes steps to reduce costs amid a shift towards becoming EBITDA-positive.SINGAPORE: Foodpanda has laid off several employees in Singapore as part of a strategic move to cut costs and achieve profitability. The delivery platform cited a “critical need” to streamline operations to remain competitive in the market.In response to queries from CNA …
The rising costs reflect increased demand as the city reopens to tourists and hosts major events.Staycations in Singapore are becoming pricier, with average accommodation rates hitting S$259 per night. Bloomberg reported on Monday (Sept 5) that hotel prices in the country are at their highest in nearly ten years.As Singapore aims to establish itself as …
A journey of self-discovery leads to a new life in the lush fields of Japan after a life-changing breakup.“Yes, I left Singapore three years ago for the land of the rising sun after a devastating breakup. Once I quit my job, I had no ties keeping me in Singapore except for my family, who were …
The initial eligibility for visa-free travel starting next week has been retracted for several countries.SINGAPORE: Taiwan has excluded Singapore, Malaysia, and several other nations from its initial list of countries eligible for visa-free entry, which was announced to take effect next week.On Monday (Sept 5), a table released by Taiwan's Bureau of Consular Affairs indicated …
Cultivating genuine purpose and support in the workplace is key to employee satisfaction.“I’ll be honest. My official job title? It’s ridiculously long.”This unexpected revelation comes from 30-year-old Qi Ni, who I initially assumed would be guarded and overly formal, like many people in corporate settings. Instead, she giggles, aware of the hefty terms she’s about …
A frustrating experience leads to a demand for a refund after failed delivery attempts.After enduring a six-hour wait for a Foodpanda order, a customer found herself speaking to numerous company representatives, only to be left without a delivery. A member of the Facebook group Complaint Singapore shared her frustration on Thursday (Sept 1), expressing that …
The beloved pandas, originally from China, celebrate their birthdays while securing a five-year extension of their stay.SINGAPORE: Giant pandas Jia Jia and Kai Kai will continue their residence in Singapore for an additional five years following an agreement signed on September 2 by the China Wildlife Conservation Association (CWCA) and Mandai Wildlife Group (MWG).This announcement …
The Australian eatery, known for its intentional poor service, may clash with Singaporean sensibilities.With a reputation for delivering service that includes a middle finger gesture, slamming orders on tables, and curt responses, Karen’s Diner is set to debut its first pop-up in Singapore. This Australian restaurant chain, themed around the infamous “Karen” stereotype, is known …
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