Category: Lifestyle

Danielle Ng champions healthier work culture while fostering creativity and purposeIt's hard to ignore that, despite advancements, the world still tends to be dominated by men. Even in creative industries like design, challenges remain, including gender parity and toxic work culture. Danielle Ng, 27, Associate Creative Director at Somewhere Else (SWE), is working to change …

Examining the Growing Disconnect Between Locals and Foreign Residents“I will never live in Singapore as an expat again.”Quinn's experience in Singapore—with her family of six, including two young children—has been challenging. Earlier this year, an incident at Changi Airport marked an unpleasant conclusion to their time in the city, leading her family to decide to …

Nostalgia meets modern design as swings vanish from neighborhood playgroundsWatching 13 Going On 30, I was suddenly reminded of the joy of being on a swing, and I wanted to relive that feeling. I asked my husband to take me to the nearest playground, but finding a swing turned out to be harder than expected. …

Exploring the implications of electric vehicles on Singapore's car culture.In its quest to become a more sustainable city, as outlined in the Singapore Green Plan 2030, Singapore aims to phase out Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles by 2040 and transition to Electric Vehicles (EVs). This ambitious initiative includes a halt on the new registration of …

A Personal Reflection on Homelessness Amidst a Global CrisisTHAILAND — Homelessness has been a persistent issue in Thai society for as long as I can remember. As I grow older, I’m beginning to see the underlying forces that keep these individuals trapped in a cycle of despair. Once someone finds themselves on the streets, regaining …

Exploring the emotional journeys of four individuals who found strength in solitudeThe growing global concern for mental health, especially among youth, is a reflection of the emotional turbulence caused by constant change. Navigating loneliness during times of transition is challenging, but finding support can make a world of difference.In collaboration with CHAT, Thriving in Transition …

Exploring the Validity of a Low-Key Lifestyle in a High-Ambition World“Where do you see yourself in five years?”Here we go again. Cue the anxiety.Whether you’re in a job interview or just hanging out with friends and family, this question always seems to pop up.If it’s not about a five-year plan, it’s something equally probing—“What’s next …

Exploring Financial Independence and Early Retirement in SingaporeFinancial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) is a movement centered on mindful frugality, substantial savings, and wise long-term investments. First introduced by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez in their book Your Money or Your Life, the FIRE concept has gained traction in recent years in countries like the United …

A fresh take on the classic horror-comedy series brings supernatural thrills.Fans of R.L. Stine’s iconic Goosebumps books can look forward to a new live-action adaptation, arriving soon on Disney+. This 10-episode series focuses on five high school students who inadvertently release supernatural forces in their town. As they struggle to fix the chaos, they uncover …

A Journey of Empowerment and RepresentationWhen Andrea Razali returned from competing in Miss International Queen in 2020—often referred to as the trans equivalent of Miss Universe—her mental health took a significant hit.“The pressure for trans women is incredibly high,” shares the model and entrepreneur. “I never aspired to be part of a beauty pageant, but …