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.
31Jul
GIVING HEART
Giving HeART: Artworks By Shirley Bok Do Good And Brighten Up Your Day
Sale proceeds from paintings by Singaporean artist Shirley Bok help support elderly poor.
30Jul
GIVING HEART
Giving HeART: How Jowena Liang Found New Purpose For Her Artworks
Sale proceeds from paintings by Singaporean artist Jowena Liang help support elderly poor.
29Jul
delicate works
A Closer Look At Chinese Porcelain
With fewer than 100 practising guangcai artisans in Guangzhou, the once celebrated form of Chinese porcelain that used to be popular with the world’s royalty is now on the verge of dying out.
28Jul
stronger together
A Solidarity Beyond Extraordinary Times
The coronavirus has shown how charitable Singaporeans are. But is giving enough if we don’t have the will to right unfair social structures?
24Jul
thanks, much
How To Get The Attitude Of Gratitude — And Why It Matters
We have all been told, at some time or the other, to count our blessings. Or be thankful for what we have, instead of pining for what we don’t. In other words, practise gratitude. But how?
24Jul
future forward
Companies Must Defend Digital Rights In The Covid-19 Era
Instead of conceding that an effective pandemic response requires infringing freedom of expression and privacy rights, companies must recognise that civil liberties are enablers of global health and act accordingly, even when governments don’t.
22Jul
Art Club
Why I’m Obsessed With… Making Enigmatic Art
As told by Melyssa Lim, graduate of the California College of the Arts.
20Jul
mind your money
PlayMoolah Makes Difficult Conversations About Money And Mental Health Fun
Founder Audrey Tan says that financial literacy and mental health are intrinsically linked — which is why her start-up wants to teach young people to manage both.
06Jul
art appreciation
5 Extraordinary Pieces Of Chinese Art To Bid On
This week, all eyes turn to the major auction houses in Hong Kong as the delayed spring sales finally spring into action. Will it be the art market’s summer of reckoning? In any case, these works may entice you into action.
02Jul
art from the heart
Dominique de Villepin Wants To Protect The Artist From The Outside World
In opening Villepin in Hong Kong, Dominique and Arthur de Villepin are making a statement on the role and responsibility of the collector in today’s art world.
01Jul
solid good work
This Cardboard Table Provides Underprivileged Students With Their Own Workspace
Designed by Singaporean consultancy Chemistry, the #HBLTable gives students a conducive space to study while at home.
19Jun
Culture Vulture
Little Black Book of… Entertainment
If commercial blockbusters stifle your imagination, go for local award-winning film director Wee Li Lin’s stories and recommendations.