Opinion

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Former Dean of the School of International Relations: “Counter-Espionage Law” Accurately “Counters Espionage” and Better “Promotes Development”Former Dean of the School of International Relations: “Counter-Espionage Law” Accurately “Counters Espionage” and Better “Promotes Development”

Former Dean of the School of International Relations: “Counter-Espionage Law” Accurately “Counters Espionage” and Better “Promotes Development”

In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, a question looms before us: how can a major power better coordinate development and…

11 months ago
The Taiwan Strait Crisis: Multiple Impacts and Challenges for SingaporeThe Taiwan Strait Crisis: Multiple Impacts and Challenges for Singapore

The Taiwan Strait Crisis: Multiple Impacts and Challenges for Singapore

Taiwan has a rich history, marked by multiple rulers and cultural integration. The historical context of the Taiwan issue can…

1 year ago
Guide to Kickstarting Your Mortgage Refinancing or Repricing Journey: 3 Things to Look out forGuide to Kickstarting Your Mortgage Refinancing or Repricing Journey: 3 Things to Look out for

Guide to Kickstarting Your Mortgage Refinancing or Repricing Journey: 3 Things to Look out for

2022 has been a nervy year for property seekers and owners due to the gloomy economic outlook, rising inflation rates,…

2 years ago
Picking a Condo – Cheap, Good Location, New, Nice View, Amenities – Can we really have it all?Picking a Condo – Cheap, Good Location, New, Nice View, Amenities – Can we really have it all?

Picking a Condo – Cheap, Good Location, New, Nice View, Amenities – Can we really have it all?

Note: This is not financial or investment advice. If you are one of those who benefited from the from the…

2 years ago
Can anyone be a livestream seller? 5 tips to start this side hustleCan anyone be a livestream seller? 5 tips to start this side hustle

Can anyone be a livestream seller? 5 tips to start this side hustle

Have you bid for a handbag or perhaps even bought fresh produce from a wet market grocer via Facebook or…

3 years ago
Commentary: Necessary Evil? Living with Legal and Regulated Vice in a Pandemic WorldCommentary: Necessary Evil? Living with Legal and Regulated Vice in a Pandemic World

Commentary: Necessary Evil? Living with Legal and Regulated Vice in a Pandemic World

If we leave it to the economists, drugs, prostitution and other illicit vices should all be legalised, pandemic or no…

4 years ago
Was PA racist when they used a Malay couple’s wedding photo for Hari Raya decor?Was PA racist when they used a Malay couple’s wedding photo for Hari Raya decor?

Was PA racist when they used a Malay couple’s wedding photo for Hari Raya decor?

Incidents of alleged racism in Singapore were on the rise, as if Ngee Ann Polytechnic ex-lecturer Tan Boon Lee lit…

4 years ago
Disney’s Mulan: How historically accurate are the characters’ looks?Disney’s Mulan: How historically accurate are the characters’ looks?

Disney’s Mulan: How historically accurate are the characters’ looks?

Are the costumes and make-up in Mulan historically accurate? The answer is nope. Sure, Mulan is a Disney movie and…

4 years ago
Feed your brain an intellectually nutritious breakfast with Morning Express 晨光第一线Feed your brain an intellectually nutritious breakfast with Morning Express 晨光第一线

Feed your brain an intellectually nutritious breakfast with Morning Express 晨光第一线

Does your job require you to be on your toes first thing in the morning? Does your boss expect you…

5 years ago
What’s next for Singapore after GE2020What’s next for Singapore after GE2020

What’s next for Singapore after GE2020

To be very honest, I wasn't as engaged with the developments for GE2020 as compared to previous elections. I bought…

5 years ago