Travelers remain cautious as China relaxes COVID-19 rules for international arrivals.SHANGHAI – China's recent easing of COVID-19 restrictions for international arrivals has sparked optimism for the revival of its multi-billion dollar travel industry. However, countries eager to welcome back Chinese tourists may need to exercise patience.On December 26, China's National Health Commission announced that inbound …
Author: Jack Wong
Jack Wong
A rise in electric vehicle users highlights the urgency for improved charging solutions.SINGAPORE: As Southeast Asia embraces cleaner energy, Singapore stands poised to lead the charge in technology transfer and renewable energy infrastructure development, according to a senior official from a global environmental organization.This push is particularly significant as Singapore intensifies its efforts to promote …
Finding Joy in a Low-Key Holiday ExperienceIn 1970, a month before Christmas, the now-immortal English rock band, Led Zeppelin, released a single that would rank amongst their greatest. Written by band members Jimmy Page and Robert Plant, the lyrics to ‘Immigrant Song’ are whimsical and descriptively literal, an anthem to the band’s recent trip to …
One hotel reports festive season sales surpassing pre-pandemic levels from 2019.SINGAPORE: After two years of COVID-19 restrictions, hotel restaurants are bustling with festive crowds this Christmas, and many establishments are striving for sustainability even as business picks up.Mr. Ryan Jette, director of food and beverage (F&B) at Pan Pacific Hotels Group, reported that business levels …
Young athletes achieve personal bests amidst fierce regional competition.KUALA LUMPUR: The Singapore Swimming Association recently sent over a hundred swimmers to Malaysia for the 44th SEA Age Group Swimming Championships 2022, held from December 17 to 19 at the National Aquatic Stadium in Bukit Jalil. The young athletes emerged from the meet with an impressive …
A Content Creator's Journey from Student Life to Education EntrepreneurNineteen-year-old Brooke Lim, widely recognized by her online handle @Sugaresque, has navigated her fair share of controversies as both a content creator and a tuition teacher. Through her vlogs, Brooke shares snippets of her life and study tips for students gearing up for the ‘A’ Levels. …
Advocacy Group Opposes Corporal Punishment as a Solution to ViolencePresident Halimah Yacob sparked a national discussion on Monday (Dec 19) when she stated in a Facebook post that rapists should not be exempt from caning simply due to their age, advocating for a review of Singapore’s laws. “It’s timely that we review this law. It’s …
Experts Warn of Misinformation Risks While Acknowledging AI's LimitationsSINGAPORE: ChatGPT, the innovative chatbot capable of writing essays and tackling complex questions, may not be on the verge of replacing humans anytime soon, according to an expert in artificial intelligence (AI). On Tuesday (Dec 20), Toby Walsh, a leading researcher in the field, discussed the implications …
A Journey of Transformation and EmpowermentIn a recent conversation with my Gen X mother, Jesley Kee, I found myself searching for the right term to describe the unfair expectations placed on women compared to men. “Do you mean gender discrimination?” she chimed in casually. I was taken aback; I never expected her to grasp such …
A Call to Strengthen Protections for Children Against Sexual PredatorsPresident Halimah Yacob has emphasized the urgent need to explore new measures to safeguard children from sexual predators. In a Facebook post on Monday (Dec 19), she expressed her deep concern over the disturbing trend of child rapes occurring within the home, often perpetrated by male …
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