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A Dying Trade: Sustaining A Business in Modern Times
Written by: Nikki Ang (Photo: Nikki Ang) The storefront of Chop Wah Him Sheet Metal Works which has remained unchanged since 1975, 28 December 2022. What does heritage mean to you? For many, the definition of “heritage” might be unclear, ...
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The Duality of Deepavali
Written by: Bashirah Uzma Ashraf Ali The Festival of Lights The festival of lights has arrived! Deepavali, also known as Diwali in Hindi, is one of the most celebrated festivals in India and among Hindu communities worldwide. The festival signifies ...
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TikTok’s Trendy Temptations: THE FOMO FACTOR
Written by: Bashirah Uzma Ashraf Ali and Trixia Lim “Should I buy that thing that I saw on TikTok? But I no money leh.” This is probably something that your friends, or even yourself have said before. In fact, this ...
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TikTok’s Trendy Temptations: THE FOMO FACTOR
Written by: Bashirah Uzma Ashraf Ali and Trixia Lim “Should I buy that thing that I saw on TikTok? But I no money leh.” This is probably something that your friends, or even yourself have ...
THE ETHOS OF SINGAPORE’S LITERARY SCENE
Written by: Josephine Jacob and Filza Alisha Singapore’s literary scene is evolving with the rise of diverse prolific writers, transforming the current local literary landscape. Over the years, it has thrived from efforts made by ...
Tracing the Roots of a Homegrown Heritage Business: The Story of Kim Choo Kueh Chang
Written by: Seth Cheong Take a step back in time as you enter Kim Choo Kueh Chang, an invaluable hub of Peranakan heritage nestled in the historic neighborhood of Katong. Experience the rich world of ...
From Stage to Soul: How Theatre Shows Enrich and Inspire
Written by: Filza Alisha and Semran Rai Recently, I had the privilege of watching “Hotel,” a riveting play presented by one of Singapore’s leading theatre companies, ‘W!ld Rice.’ I was so enthralled by the performance ...
