Category: Lifestyle

Author Robin Low criticizes claims that $500K HDB flats are affordable, urging more empathy towards current housing struggles.SINGAPORE — Author and social innovator Robin Low recently voiced his concerns regarding Singapore's public housing crisis, taking to social media to express his frustration. In a post on Thursday (Feb 9), he urged the public to stop …

From privacy to protection, there are some surprising upsides to mask-wearing.SINGAPORE — After three long years, Singapore has officially moved into DORSCON Green, and with it, masks are no longer mandatory. For many, this marks the end of a tumultuous period where masks became as much a part of daily life as the weather forecast. …

The perfect blend of tough love and incredible dishes that keep Singaporeans coming backFoodies can’t get enough of Shafiee from Fiie’s Cafe at Lucky Plaza, but Shafiee himself seems to tolerate them only with a raised eyebrow and a grumpy stare. Known as the “rudest nasi ayam goreng seller” in Lucky Plaza, Shafiee explained his …

58% of senior workers are employed full-time, according to Manpower Minister Tan See Leng.SINGAPORE: Close to 70% of elderly workers in Singapore earn less than S$2,500 monthly, as reported by Manpower Minister Tan See Leng on Tuesday (Feb 7).This response came in reply to parliamentary questions from Non-Constituency Member of Parliament (NCMP) Leong Mun Wai, …

A platform for anonymous inquiries and discussions on societal taboos.I grew up hesitant to ask questions, fearing embarrassment and vulnerability. I'm not alone in this; many Singaporean students hold back their inquiries to avoid looking “stupid.” The current social climate exacerbates this fear, with the potential for severe backlash over poorly phrased questions online. Difficult …

A unique twist on online self-expression.Attention, skeptics: there’s a fresh trend on the horizon. Contrary to expectations, Telegram is no longer just about public channels for deals, tips, and news—it’s evolving. The app was originally designed for organizations and public figures to broadcast messages to vast audiences. However, Gen Z has once again repurposed a …

A performance that raises eyebrows and questions about true welfare for the community.If you thought ‘Pole Dancing Routine for Migrant Workers’ would make it onto your 2023 Bingo card, you might want to reconsider your luck.Migrant workers at Tuas South Dormitory were recently treated to a pole dancing performance as part of their Chinese New …

Navigating the pressures of online professional networking in a post-pandemic world.Anybody who has been on LinkedIn knows the type. They can be found in your inboxes “hoping for a meaningful conversation,” regularly announcing their completed online courses, liking, reacting to, reposting, and commenting under articles or inspirational personal stories. This is a LinkedIn Person. A …

Fresh terms to capture the evolving dynamics of post-pandemic work culture.Career Cushioning. Quiet Firing. Productivity Paranoia. These trendy buzzwords emerging from TikTok reflect the disillusionment many feel about the daily 9-to-5 grind in a post-Covid world. Philosophical musings about work aren't new; destabilizing global events have consistently prompted us to reevaluate personal fulfillment. These contemporary …

Get ready for a lineup of award contenders that promise to entertain and inspire.The start of a new year brings plenty of anticipation for what’s to come. There’s also the worry about what you might have missed from the year before.In the realm of movies, it’s hard. Within the first few months of every year, …