A Journey of Empowerment and RepresentationWhen Andrea Razali returned from competing in Miss International Queen in 2020—often referred to as the trans equivalent of Miss Universe—her mental health took a significant hit.“The pressure for trans women is incredibly high,” shares the model and entrepreneur. “I never aspired to be part of a beauty pageant, but …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Homebuyers should prepare for continued increases in real estate costs.SINGAPORE — If you're planning to purchase property this year, be ready to spend more than before. Despite price hikes over the past two years and government measures aimed at cooling the market, real estate agents and industry analysts anticipate that property prices will keep climbing …
Domestic helper left with facial fractures after confrontation.SINGAPORE: A man was sentenced to six months in prison after assaulting his domestic helper following her comments about his eating habits. Suriya Krishnan, 25, punched the maid three times in the face, resulting in fractures.On Tuesday (Feb 8), Suriya was also ordered to pay the victim S$8,500 …
A Call for More Meaningful StorytellingThe year 2021 proved to be a promising one for film and television, especially when compared to the disastrous year that was 2020. However, if you struggle to recall any standout films from the early months of 2021, it's understandable. The industry was still grappling with the fallout from COVID-19, …
Major Upgrades Planned for Iconic Singapore ResortSINGAPORE: The much-anticipated US$3.3 billion expansion of Marina Bay Sands is now scheduled for completion in 2026, extending the timeline by a year from the original target of 2025, as announced by parent company Las Vegas Sands.In addition, a significant US$1 billion (S$1.35 billion) renovation of the hotel properties …
Unconventional Blue and White Lanterns Draw Criticism Amid Traditional ExpectationsThe colors traditionally associated with Lunar New Year celebrations are red and gold, signifying good fortune and happiness. However, the appearance of blue and white lanterns at the Sydney Lunar Festival has raised concerns, especially as trees in the area were draped in white cloth. In …
Finding Meaning in SimplicityAs of today, my Wordle stats reflect 18 games played, boasting a current streak of 14 and a flawless 100% win rate. What began as a fleeting curiosity has evolved into a daily ritual—thirty minutes dedicated to escaping the world's troubles as I delve into a five-letter puzzle.Wordle has undeniably taken the …
Unemployment Remains Low, but Business Restructuring Leads to Increased Job LossesSINGAPORE — Employment in Singapore saw continued growth in the last quarter of the previous year, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of increases, according to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in its Labour Market Advance Release 2022, published on January 31. Additionally, unemployment levels remained …
Urges Immediate Action for Peace and Humanitarian SupportSINGAPORE — On the first anniversary of the military coup in Myanmar, Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) expressed its disappointment regarding the slow progress in implementing the Association of Southeast Asian Nations’ (ASEAN) Five-Point Consensus.In a press release on Tuesday (Feb 1), the MFA stated, “Singapore remains …
As Singapore moves into the Year of the Tiger, there is optimism for a revival in family growth.Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong shared his hopes for a rise in marriage and birth rates during the Year of the Tiger. In his Chinese New Year message, PM Lee reflected on the dip in weddings and births …
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