How therapy offers tools for self-improvement and the journey continues even after the sessions.It’s been months since my last therapy session.Admittedly, I haven’t been the best at maintaining some of the habits my therapist encouraged me to develop. I don’t consistently keep a diary or take mid-day walks to clear my head when stress looms. …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
New amendments aim to enhance law enforcement’s effectiveness while raising questions about privacy and accountability.Singapore’s Parliament has introduced a bill that seeks to expand the powers of law enforcement officers, including conducting searches without warrants in more circumstances and enhanced abilities to collect forensic evidence. If passed, the Criminal Procedure (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill will give …
Her Washington Post article alleging Chinese influence through Lianhe Zaobao ignites controversy and reflections on Singaporean identity.On July 5, 2023, The Washington Post published an article titled In Singapore, loud echoes of Beijing’s positions generate anxiety. Written by Singaporean journalist Shibani Mahtani, the piece alleged that local Chinese daily Lianhe Zaobao “routinely echoes some of …
The Significant Investments Review Bill introduces measures to safeguard national security while addressing economic and business concerns.SINGAPORE: Parliament passed the Significant Investments Review Bill (SIRA) on Tuesday (Jan 9), establishing a framework to scrutinize significant investments—local or foreign—into entities deemed critical to national security. The law aims to complement existing sectoral safeguards in areas like …
Enforcement measures intensify as debates continue over the potential benefits of legalizing vaping.SINGAPORE: Authorities in Singapore have ramped up their crackdown on vaping, targeting individuals in possession of e-vaporisers in a series of operations conducted at the end of 2023 and into the new year. Hundreds of individuals were fined in December as the government …
LGBTQ+ students face erasure and stigma in a curriculum designed for a heteronormative narrative“I thought that I wasn’t good enough for the world. I wasn’t good enough to even be mentioned,” says Jason, a 24-year-old student and alumnus of a Catholic school in Singapore. His words reflect the deep alienation felt by many LGBTQ+ youths …
Survey reveals cautious outlook amid inflation, credit crunch, and manpower challengesSINGAPORE: Higher costs continue to be the primary obstacle for businesses in 2024, according to the Singapore Business Federation’s (SBF) National Business Survey 2023/2024, released on Friday (Jan 5). The report highlights growing caution among companies as they navigate an uncertain economic landscape.A significant portion …
Clinics prepare with increased manpower and medication supplies ahead of possible future spikesSINGAPORE: The latest COVID-19 wave in Singapore has peaked, with patient loads gradually stabilizing, according to doctors. Despite a 20% drop from December’s peak levels, some clinics continue to manage higher-than-usual volumes of patients, predominantly those with respiratory infections.Clinics are already preparing for …
Breaking stereotypes, Norah and Susie embrace freedom and discovery across continentsThe term "auntie" in Singapore carries a mix of stereotypes and endearment, often conjuring images of homemakers or retirees living quiet lives. But for Norah Soeb, 54, and Susie Chua, 59, life took a different turn. Together, they embarked on a journey that defies expectations, …
About 100 workers affected as retrenchment process raises questions of transparency and fairnessSINGAPORE: As Lazada employees returned to work in the new year, an unsettling atmosphere greeted them. Meeting rooms at the e-commerce giant's Singapore headquarters were fully booked, and some staff received last-minute invitations to discussions where they were informed they had lost their …
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