Navigating the balance between independence and familial expectations.When I first arrived in Singapore, I would often retreat to a quiet corner of the school corridor, my heart heavy as I tried to hold back the tears during a phone call with my parents. At just 12 years old, far from home, those calls were my …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
Rising cost of living and AI concerns lead fresh graduates to prioritize salary over career progression.SINGAPORE: A recent survey conducted by GTI Media revealed that salary is now the top priority for Singaporean fresh graduates when seeking employment. The annual graduate sentiment poll, which gathered responses from over 11,600 students, shows that concerns over the …
In his first overseas trip since taking office, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong also thanked Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah for his longstanding support for the Singapore Armed Forces training in Brunei.KUALA LUMPUR: During his first overseas visit as Singapore’s Prime Minister, Mr. Lawrence Wong on Tuesday (Jun 11) expressed his gratitude to Brunei’s Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah for …
The boom in life coaching has sparked both interest and skepticism as more individuals claim to offer guidance without the necessary qualifications.When controversial figure Sylvia Chan resurfaced in March as a life coach, the general online reaction was a mix of surprise and skepticism: “Huh, can meh?” The last time she made headlines, it was …
Despite a downtrend in global markets last week, the Straits Times Index saw a modest increase.SINGAPORE: Singapore stocks opened on a positive note on Monday, June 10, despite global markets experiencing a downtrend at the end of the previous week. At 9:01 am, the Straits Times Index (STI) registered a modest gain of 0.1%, an …
The Prime Minister will travel to Bandar Seri Begawan and Kuala Lumpur as part of a series of introductory visits to Southeast Asian capitals.SINGAPORE: Prime Minister Lawrence Wong is set to visit Brunei and Malaysia from Tuesday (Jun 11) to Wednesday, marking his first overseas trip since assuming office, according to the Prime Minister's Office.Mr. …
The Power Struggle Behind the Cancellation of a Gender Discussion EventSINGAPORE: The cancellation of a Science Centre event discussing the differences between sex and gender has sparked an intense debate about the role of discourse, science, and power in Singapore.The event, which was set to feature a linguistics professor, a drag queen, and an LGBTQ …
Was It Insulting or Just a Personal Opinion?SINGAPORE: A French expat’s comment calling Singaporeans “lifeless” has sparked a debate on whether the remark was an insult or simply a personal opinion that shouldn’t be taken too seriously.The comment was shared by Reddit user ‘thesuperpoodle’ on the Expat Singapore subreddit, where they recounted overhearing several expats …
Teacher Suspended and Resigned Following Allegations of MisconductSINGAPORE: The police are investigating an incident in which a preschool teacher allegedly kicked a five-year-old girl in the shin at a childcare centre.According to a spokesperson from the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA), the incident took place on April 2, when the teacher reportedly kicked the child …
Navigating Identity, Stereotypes, and Acceptance as an Expat Child in SingaporeWould you believe me if I told you that there were aliens in Woodlands?As a 7-year-old, I firmly believed that small, pale beings had quietly moved into large houses on a mysterious hill. It turns out, those "aliens" were actually the children of American expats …
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