Category: Lifestyle

Understanding infidelity and its roots in seemingly perfect relationships.By all appearances, *Danial and his wife *Rose have an ideal marriage. Together for five years, they’ve built a loving home with two children, share responsibilities, and have no history of major conflicts or abuse. Yet beneath the surface, a secret affair threatens to unravel everything.Infidelity in …

The initiative shuts down after just five months, citing widespread failure to return shared umbrellas.SINGAPORE: The Joo Chiat Sharella program, a community initiative aimed at providing free “kindness umbrellas” at bus stops, announced it will cease operations by the end of February. According to a poster from the Siglap Youth Network Team, more than 1,000 …

The initiative shuts down after just five months, citing widespread failure to return shared umbrellas.SINGAPORE: For many young Singaporeans, receiving their first paycheck is a rite of passage. But alongside the excitement of financial independence comes the sobering reality of numerous expenses: CPF deductions, student loans, contributions to family, and maybe a small indulgence for …

How societal pressure and personal insecurities fuel an unsustainable beauty obsession.SINGAPORE: “I’ve never truly felt pretty at any point in my life,” Gaya admits with a mix of frustration and sadness.Her beauty journey began as an attempt to heal from heartbreak and confront deep-rooted insecurities. Influenced by TikTok’s curated perfection and critical family comments, Gaya …

The Government highlights ongoing initiatives to support work-life balance and parenthood aspirations.SINGAPORE: The Singapore Government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting family-friendly workplaces as a cornerstone of its strategy to support working parents and encourage parenthood. This assurance comes in response to a series of forum letters in The Straits Times advocating for stronger workplace …

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 …

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 …

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, …

Navigating change with sharper focus on work, identity, and genuine connections2023 is behind us, and 2024 has arrived—a year that promises both challenges and transformation. With global and regional uncertainties mounting, RICE Media is reexamining its role in Singapore’s dynamic media ecosystem.We’ve never been about hard news or viral aggregation. Instead, since 2017, our mission …

The end of an era as heritage gives way to housing developmentAbove The Grandstand shopping mall, a frozen clock tower casts its shadow over faded signs and weathered poles surrounding empty football fields. This defunct timepiece encapsulates the atmosphere of Turf City—a place in Bukit Timah seemingly trapped in time. But change is imminent.By December …