Deterrence and public opinion are used as justification for retaining the death penalty. We interrogate both notions, as we argue for abolition.
Jom
The growing-up pains of a fifth-generation jet; Nepal’s uprising; still no recognition for Palestine; update from parliament; support schemes in a tumultuous job market; the great Boys’ Love craze; and more.
Dear reader, How should we talk about complex social issues, from migration and race to transgender rights? At what point does an individual’s right to free inquiry and speech threaten the safety of vulnerable groups in society? This is one of the thorniest issues facing open societies. And I...
Most want NMPs to be elected; understanding our food better; Singapore’s red hot electric vehicle market; the role of submarines in SEA legends and myths; Ken Liu and RF Kuang at the Singapore Writers Festival; and more.
Dear reader, The US is a tinder box following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the incredibly popular right-wing Christian commentator, whose youth outreach immeasurably helped close ally Donald Trump at the ballot box. The impact has been felt in Singapore. Conservatives, including a number of Christian pastors, have published tributes....
Charmaine Poh in Berlin; a tribute to tribute bands; many oddities revealed in public audit; new tools for better discourse around suicides; the stigma endured by cancer survivors returning to work; gendered household work affecting women's health; and more.