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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.
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Dear reader, Jom’s first-ever print issue will be ready for shipping next Thursday! I’ve been involved in numerous book-length print projects, and that feeling of excitement and expectation mixed with nerves (did we miss a typo?) never gets old. Last call for those of you who are Members...
From her debut in Singapore’s indie and electronic scenes to her feature in the National Day Parade song “The Road Ahead”, Linying has distinguished herself with her ethereal vocals, musical versatility, and profound lyricism.
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Dear reader, First, a reminder: Jom’s first print issue is now on sale for S$36, which includes domestic shipping. Some 300 have been snapped up, so get yours now. We’ll start shipping them at the end of November. Jom’s Supporters and Patrons are entitled to a...
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