Southeast Asia is becoming a dumping ground for outdated air conditioners, but stronger regulations could reverse the trend and benefit both wallets and the environment.JAKARTA: As temperatures soar across Southeast Asia, demand for air conditioners has skyrocketed. For technicians like 25-year-old Riki in Jakarta, this means up to 12 service calls daily—double his usual workload. …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
The former MP for Hougang leaves behind a complex legacy marked by both achievements and controversy.SINGAPORE: Yaw Shin Leong, also known in later years as Amos Rao, passed away on Nov 10 at the age of 47. His sudden demise, reportedly after collapsing during a jog in Beijing, was confirmed in an obituary posted on …
The ex-Workers' Party MP, remembered for his contributions to Singaporean politics, leaves behind a lasting legacy.SINGAPORE: Yaw Shin Leong, former Hougang Member of Parliament (MP) and Workers' Party (WP) stalwart, has passed away at the age of 47. The news of his sudden demise was shared on Facebook late Tuesday (Nov 14), though the circumstances …
Some eligible residents can expect their cash disbursements as early as Dec 5.SINGAPORE: This December, all Singaporean adults will receive financial support ranging from S$200 to S$800 under the Assurance Package, designed to alleviate inflationary pressures and address cost-of-living challenges.According to the Ministry of Finance (MOF), approximately 2.9 million Singaporeans will receive up to S$600 …
Singaporeans share their cherished memories and unique ways of celebrating the Festival of Lights.As Little India sparkles with vibrant lights and bustling shoppers, Singapore gears up for the joy of Deepavali. Families and friends gather to honor the festival’s essence—the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. For many, the celebration is more …
The unforeseen challenges of COVID-19 reshaped the path to Singapore’s fourth Prime Minister.Life has a way of throwing unexpected challenges, and the COVID-19 pandemic was a monumental curveball for Singapore's leadership transition. In an alternate timeline, Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat might have seamlessly stepped into the role of the country’s fourth Prime Minister. …
Tenants eye alternative providers amid questions about WeWork's future, while industry occupancy rates remain high.SINGAPORE: Despite WeWork's recent bankruptcy filing in the United States, analysts suggest that demand for co-working spaces in Singapore remains strong. The SoftBank-backed company, which filed for Chapter 11 protection on November 6, stated that its locations outside the US and …
Amid conflict and adversity, a Singaporean finds resilience and warmth in the Palestinian community.Atikah Syarah’s journey began with a simple mission: to teach English in a Palestinian refugee camp. The 33-year-old Singaporean volunteer stepped into a world far removed from her expectations, where bare concrete buildings replaced the canvas tents typically associated with refugee camps.The …
The registered sex offender is now held in a maximum-security prison in Illinois.SINGAPORE: Amos Yee, a 25-year-old Singaporean, has been sent back to prison in the United States after violating his parole conditions, according to US authorities on Nov 9. Prison records indicate that Yee may remain incarcerated until October 2026, extending his time in …
Insights on sector performance, negotiation strategies, and financial planning for a stable future.Despite global economic uncertainties, job prospects in Singapore are improving—but what about salary increments in 2024? While the terms "salary increment" and "pay raise" are often used interchangeably, they differ slightly in meaning.Salary increments typically refer to adjustments in an employee's base salary …
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