18Sep
new normal
Why Zoom Can’t Save the World
Research suggests that moving brains to share knowhow will be just as crucial in the post-Covid-19 world as it was before — and that the consequences of shutting down business travel will be long-lived.
14Sep
art access
Meet Michael Xufu Huang, Instagram It Boy, Millennial Art Collector And Co-founder Of X-Museum
Huang is using his preternaturally large soft power to shine a light on China’s most promising artists.
24Aug
magpie magic
“There Are Collectors Who Research Everything And Get Very Technical — I Am Not One Of Those People”
Prolific vintage costume jewellery dealer Connie Parente on her favourite finds and top tips for starting a collection.
20Aug
GET INTO THE ACT
Beyond Social Services Entertains And Engages Marginalised Youths With The Community Theatre
The Community Theatre takes its fifth-anniversary festivities online.
19Aug
community
“We discuss perceptions but we must never attack the person” – Tan Ding Jie, Vice President Of The Humanist Society
Every faith has a community but what happens if you don’t have a religion? Tan Ding Jie, or “DJ” to friends, decided he’d help build a community for the non-religious.
17Aug
good tunes
Rolex Launches A Series Of Free Online Concerts To Support Artists Affected By The Pandemic
The concerts will take place across grand venues in Italy, Germany and France, showcasing some of the world’s most celebrated performers.
14Aug
Stay-Home Entertainment
Here Are Clicknetwork Founder Gillian Tan’s Favourite Shows To Binge-Watch
From political thrillers to family dramas, the social media maven shares her favourite shows.
13Aug
real fake news
Has Social Media In Singapore Been Invaded By Internet Troll Farms?
In the age of (dis)information, lucrative internet troll farms are here to stay. Is the Little Red Dot prepared for a siege on our digital fora?
11Aug
on the hook
Harry Potter And The Curse Of Cancel Culture
Why JK Rowling and a whole slew of other public figures have been disowned by a generation.
10Aug
Mentor and Protégé
Building For 21st Century Needs
With guidance from starchitect David Adjaye through the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative, Mariam Kamara is ramping up her commitment to “design that sustains people”.
09Aug
spotlight
Boutique Co-Living Concept Figment Wants To Revive The ‘Kampung Spirit’
“It’s a very community-centred and vibrant living arrangement reminiscent of pre-skyscraper-Singapore,” says founder Fang Low.
06Aug
women's rights
The Selfie Trend That’s Burying A Campaign To Fight Femicide
The latest #challengeaccepted selfie trend is burying an anti-femicide campaign by Turkish women — making the real “challenge” for them to ensure that they keep being heard.
04Aug
good work
Pragmatic Reasons To Engage In Philanthropy
For those who are privileged enough to have the means to make a positive impact, embarking on a philanthropic journey could be the most effective way to change the world.