Rising Airfares and Services Inflation Contribute to Increased Cost of Living ConcernsSINGAPORE: Singapore’s core inflation rose to 2.1% in December on a year-on-year basis, up from 1.6% in November, according to official data released on Monday (Jan 24).This increase was primarily driven by higher services inflation, notably a significant rise in airfares reflecting the increased …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Calls for Easing of Stringent Pandemic Measures Amid High Vaccination RatesSingapore — Former Nominated Member of Parliament Calvin Cheng has once again urged the nation to relax its stringent pandemic measures. Despite Singapore boasting high vaccination rates, it remains one of the few countries that continue to enforce strict restrictions. Cheng warns that the prevalent …
Limited Halal food options on campus spark debates about inclusivity, supply, and the responsibilities of institutions.“Many of us feel the same way, like how everything nowadays is about Chinese privilege, but we can’t voice our concerns for fear of getting cancelled,” reads an anonymous post on NTU Confessions.As I momentarily put aside the cognitive leap …
Singapore — Lawyer Lim Tean voiced criticism of the government’s Covid-19 vaccination policy in a Facebook post on Jan 18, stating his strong support for those who choose not to or are unable to get vaccinated.Singapore — In a Facebook post on Jan 18, lawyer and People’s Voice party leader Lim Tean criticized the PAP …
Scammers often lure unsuspecting victims with unsolicited messages, offering seemingly legitimate "job opportunities."SINGAPORE: Chris was initially doubtful when he received a WhatsApp message about a seemingly simple part-time job promising to earn him a few hundred dollars a day.However, the 23-year-old, who asked to remain anonymous, believed he was tech-savvy enough to avoid falling for …
As Vendors Struggle, Is the Iconic Market Losing Its Vibrancy?A haunting silence envelops Chatuchak Market today, making me feel more like I’m wandering through a ghost town than a vibrant marketplace. Just a few years ago, a Saturday afternoon would be bustling with domestic and international shoppers eagerly ready to spend, but that lively atmosphere …
Court's Ruling Marks Significant Step in Investigating One of History's Largest Financial FraudsSingapore — The Wirecard scandal, one of the most significant financial frauds in recent history, unfolded when the fintech company filed for insolvency in 2020, with €1.9 billion (SGD 2.9 billion) mysteriously vanishing and its CEO being terminated and arrested.The company's Singapore office …
Nusantara to Be Built in Eastern Kalimantan, Marking a Significant Shift from JakartaJAKARTA: The Indonesian parliament has officially passed a Bill concerning the nation’s future capital, set to be located in eastern Kalimantan, on Tuesday (Jan 18). This legislative approval paves the way for construction to commence, with the relocation from Jakarta planned to begin …
New cases highlight reinfection risks as COVID-19 variants evolve.Singapore — Individuals across the globe, including those in Singapore, are experiencing reinfections from the coronavirus that causes the ongoing pandemic. Reports indicate that people previously infected with the Delta variant are now contracting COVID-19 again, this time with the Omicron variant.One such case was reported in …
Exploring the challenges faced by couples separated by borders and legal barriers.Three years ago, Taiwanese Josie relocated to Singapore to be with her girlfriend. However, her partner’s family has never accepted her, viewing her as an “outsider” and “bad company” that is making their daughter “sick.” Despite these obstacles, Josie secured a job in Singapore …
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