Subtítulo: How the creators of Tiger Balm built an eccentric legacy through scandal, wealth, and tragedy.It all began with a cigarette. The Tiger Balm King, Aw Boon Haw, had a bad day that only worsened when a lit match burned a hole in his expensive suit at a prestigious club in the 1930s. Furious after …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Singapore prepares for a cautious recovery as it resumes travel and navigates post-pandemic challenges.Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed measured optimism about Singapore’s economic outlook for 2022, highlighting the nation's progressive reopening of borders and the return of international travel. During his visit to Jurong Point, PM Lee acknowledged that while challenges remain, particularly with …
Singapore progressively reopens borders and resumes travel while aiming for economic growth.Text: Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed cautious optimism for 2022 as Singapore gradually reopens its borders and resumes travel. Despite challenges in sectors like tourism and food and beverage, Singapore’s economy is expected to grow between 3% to 5%. During a visit to …
The longing for in-person work goes beyond productivity—it’s about connection and camaraderie.Text: There’s a feeling I’ve been trying to avoid, and you’ll understand once I explain. Imagine this: I’m watching my colleagues say insightful things during our weekly Zoom meeting, each one in their own Brady Bunch-style square. I’ve been observing them throughout the call. …
As phishing scams surge, banks are urged to enhance security protocols to protect customers.Text: SINGAPORE – The primary responsibility for preventing phishing scams continues to rest with banks and financial institutions, according to cybersecurity expert Mark Goudie, Asia Pacific and Japan services director at CrowdStrike, an international cybersecurity company.Goudie emphasized the need for immediate improvements …
Johor farmers face severe crop losses due to erratic weather, with floods followed by intense heat, causing significant disruption to food supply.Text: JOHOR BAHRU: Farmer Naviin Thiagarajan has traditionally relied on decades-old weather patterns in Malaysia to plan his crop rotations. Working with his father on a 2-hectare farm near Kota Tinggi, the 28-year-old alternates …
Fans Pay Heartfelt Tributes to the Late ActorSingapore — It has been three years since actor Aloysius Pang tragically lost his life in an accident during military training, yet his memory continues to resonate with fans.Mr. Pang died following a live-firing exercise at the Waiouru Training Area in New Zealand. On January 19, 2019, while …
Discovering the Untold Stories of a Unique CommunitySINGAPORE — Most people might not be familiar with the small American suburb nestled in the northern part of Singapore. Online discussions, particularly on forums like HardwareZone, paint Woodlands as a "dangerous" area plagued by gangsters. Yet, as I browse through the comments, I can’t help but notice …
New agreements bolster bilateral cooperation in civil aviation, extradition, and defense.BINTAN: The recently signed Flight Information Region (FIR) Agreement between Singapore and Indonesia aims to enhance air traffic control safety while facilitating the long-term growth of Changi Airport as an international air hub, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong stated on Tuesday (Jan 25).Speaking to reporters …
A Call to Action for a More Inclusive and Supportive WorkplaceThe past two years have been nothing short of challenging, especially for those of us who tend to view the glass as half-empty. In 2021 alone, I witnessed at least ten friends leave their jobs, while many others graduated directly into the turmoil of a …
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