Written by Kaylene Lim & Ong Natalie Singapore may not have the four seasons – hello, tropics – but boy does it feel like summer is at its peak these days. Not only has the temperature been hot, hot, hot, the humidity levels are through the roof too. Enter air conditioners. They are are a […]
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Written by Terence Sim & Jerome POFMA. It is most definitely a term that you have heard before. But what is it and what does it mean? And more importantly, what impact does it have on you? POFMA, or the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Acts, was passed in parliament – after a lengthy
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Written by Rifdi Syahir An Institute of Mental Health study conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic found that 9.4% of surveyed Singaporeans met the criteria for anxiety caused by the massive changes brought about in their daily lives. This is one of the results of Singaporeans having to, for example, become accustomed to donning masks and
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Written by Ellyne & Shanmuga Owning a furry friend can be an exciting adventure! From fishes and rabbits, to dogs and cats, animals can have such a great impact on our lives. In recent years, there has been an increase in pet ownership in Singapore. According to NParks, in 2018 there were 2794 pet imports
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Written by Credit Bureau Singapore Have you been adulting recently? “Adulting” is a commonly-used term to refer to the practice of behaving as though one is a responsible adult — in particular when executing mundane, but necessary everyday tasks. The life of an adult is filled with pivotal decisions and heavy responsibilities, and can often
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Written by Muhd Danial Irfan & Shina Tan Presentations are a crucial part of a student’s assignment deliverables. However, Without a doubt, online presentations have become the norm. With rapid changes taking place, more and more presentations are turning to virtual platforms as an alternative to arranging face-to-face presentations. Though they may seem simple, there
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How to Protect Your Online Identity As the country gradually transitions to a Smart Nation, Singaporeans are becoming increasingly digitally savvy and reliant on the convenience of technology. Many of us prefer to complete a wide range of everyday tasks on a smart device – be it paying for utility bills or making online purchases
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(PHOTO: Chang Zheng Shun Amos) Working part-time VS Starting your own business If schooling in the midst of a pandemic is not daunting enough, try adding working part-time or starting a new business into the mix. But there are students who, in spite of all the challenges, are able to balance all the different roles
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Having your first credit card is a huge milestone and we all know how exciting it is to browse through all the various options different credit card issuers have to offer. However, it is also important to know how to use it prudently and handle your credit card payments responsibly. Read further to learn the
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Most of us dream of retiring rich and traveling the world in our golden years. However, the harsh reality for many Singaporeans is that we will be ageing in place. According to the Department of Statistics, 1 in 5 people in Singapore will be over 60 by 2025. With 20% of our population being retired
