Category: Lifestyle

Not-for-Profit Organization Aims to Ease Commute Challenges for Migrant WorkersA not-for-profit organization is appealing to the public for donations to provide bicycles for migrant workers, helping them navigate the long distances to their dormitories and workplaces more easily.ItsRainingRaincoats (IRR), a group dedicated to championing the needs of Singapore's migrant workers, announced on June 3 that …

Urban Redevelopment Authority Unveils Vision for the Next 50 YearsSINGAPORE: In the coming five decades, job locations could shift closer to residences, with more mixed-use developments emerging in the city center and other regions.To facilitate businesses in adapting to rapidly changing demands, commercial and office spaces may also be available for lease on shorter terms …

How Rituals Connect Us to Our Spiritual RootsAs the clock strikes seven-thirty, East Coast Park buzzes with activity, much like any other evening. Joggers clad in form-fitting lycra race by, while cyclists pedal along, their rental bikes blasting upbeat Mandopop hits. Skaters, their helmets askew, struggle to maintain their balance, and families enjoy relaxed conversations …

Three Individuals Share Their Transformative Experiences in the Gig EconomyGig worker Peh Hock Chuan starts his day like many others, ferrying passengers throughout Singapore as a Grab private-hire driver. This new role is a significant shift from his previous career spent analyzing stock market trends and trading commodities.Yet, despite the change, he finds greater happiness …

A Deep Dive into Trust, Betrayal, and the Shadows of Medical EthicsIf you want to lose faith in humanity and its institutions, watch Our Father. This documentary reveals the darkest aspects of society through the unsettling story of a doctor who exploited trust under the guise of religious beliefs.Dr. Donald Cline, who offered fertility treatments, …

Navigating Dysfunctional Family Dynamics and Finding Paths to HealingWhen contemplating dysfunctional families, it’s uncommon to consider that mothers could be the root of familial distress. And why would we? Cultural narratives typically elevate mothers to an ideal status, portraying them as kind, nurturing, and patient individuals. Against all odds, they are seen as making deep …

As opportunities arise globally, we must not ignore the basic needs of those less fortunate than ourselves.The world is opening up in unexpected ways. For instance, a former colleague recently discovered the joys of driving a Mahindra Automotive jeep, a testament to India’s growing manufacturing capabilities that parallel China's advancements in technology.Africa, too, is not …

The Anticipated Korean Adaptation of the Spanish Hit Series Set to Debut with Unique Cultural Themes and Characters.The highly anticipated Korean adaptation of the renowned Spanish crime series Money Heist will be available for streaming on Netflix starting June 24th. Titled Money Heist: Korea - Joint Economic Area, this first part focuses on a groundbreaking …

Navigating the Complexities of Modern JournalismJust days after publishing a story about a woman who claimed to have suffered a miscarriage after waiting four hours for treatment in KKH’s A&E department, Wake Up Singapore (WUSG) issued a correction notice prompted by the Ministry of Health under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA).This …

Navigating language barriers reveals deeper societal issues surrounding class and communication in Singapore.I was at my community center last month when a bewildered woman in a green uniform approached me, holding her mobile phone. She asked if I could help translate a message to her client on the line. I agreed, only to discover that …