Exploring sustainable solutions for a cooler and more livable Singapore through the Playground of Possibilities.SINGAPORE: Is there a way to escape Singapore’s relentless heat? Sweating through the city’s humidity is almost a rite of passage, and for those managing without constant air-conditioning, finding relief feels like an uphill battle. Enter Playground of Possibilities, a creative …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
In Singapore, 34 people suffer heart attacks daily, and 23 lose their lives to heart disease.SINGAPORE: A groundbreaking study involving over 10,000 Singaporeans is set to combat heart disease by identifying early warning signs of this "notorious silent killer."Named Project RESET, this five-year, government-funded research initiative will collect data from participants aged 40 to 70. …
From a pregnant newlywed to a divorced single mom, Sara Lyle recounts her transformative years in the Little Red Dot.SINGAPORE: If you’re searching for a story of resilience, courage, and embracing the unexpected, the experiences of American writer and editor Sara Lyle offer inspiration. In her recent article for Insider titled I moved to Singapore …
Young Singaporeans trade the rat race for odd jobs and adventures overseas.SINGAPORE: The sun has yet to rise in Havelock, a quiet New Zealand town four hours from Christchurch. Amid the early morning chill, 25-year-old Singaporean Lim Hao prepares for a nine-hour shift inspecting mussels.A far cry from his biomedical engineering degree, Lim’s current role …
Hawkers express concerns over rising costs as water prices increase, urging government support to offset potential food price hikes.SINGAPORE: The government’s announcement of a water price increase over the next two years has prompted hawkers across Singapore to consider raising their food prices, citing water costs as a significant component of their operating expenses.In a …
AI's transformative potential in addressing urgent climate challenges and driving sustainable solutions.SINGAPORE: As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, its potential to combat the pressing challenge of climate change is becoming increasingly evident. From predicting extreme weather to improving energy efficiency, AI is emerging as a critical tool in the global fight against environmental crises.With …
Lapses in accountability and conflicting priorities reveal the growing disconnect between student unions and their constituencies.SINGAPORE: Like many ambitious first-year undergraduates, I joined my university’s student union hoping to make a name for myself. But my motives, admittedly, were less about making an impact and more about padding my resume. As I quickly learned, this …
The prominent lawyer was seen engaging with residents and distributing party newsletters alongside key Workers’ Party leaders.SINGAPORE: Senior Counsel Harpreet Singh of the Supreme Court of Singapore has been spotted once again with members of The Workers’ Party (WP), this time wearing the party’s signature light blue uniform. His appearances over the weekend have fueled …
This year’s drill features over 1,000 Singaporean personnel and advanced technologies, including upgraded F-16 jets and automated air-to-air refueling.IDAHO: The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is pushing its operational capabilities to new heights during Exercise Forging Sabre, a biennial drill held at the Mountain Home Air Force Base in Idaho, United States. With over 1,000 Singaporean …
MPs across the aisle reject suspension motion, emphasizing due process and the rule of law.SINGAPORE: Parliament demonstrated rare bipartisan agreement on September 19, as members from the Workers’ Party (WP) and the People’s Action Party (PAP) joined forces to reject the Progress Singapore Party’s (PSP) motion to suspend Transport Minister S. Iswaran as a Member …
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