As Singapore leans into its future, how might the state transform its relationship with citizens and civil society, ‘loving critics’ included? One that’s less paternalistic and heavy-handed, and more open, transparent and participatory.
Society
An ageing population and longer lifespans are thrusting younger Singaporeans into the role of first-time caregivers, sometimes well before they enter adulthood. Is society ready to embrace and support them?
For some, the task of caregiving arrives sooner rather than later. Four young caregivers give us a glimpse of what it is like to hold the delicate balance of love and care in their hands.
Queer people face a slew of challenges when seeking therapy, one being the extreme practice of conversion therapy, putting them at high risk of being retraumatised.
A daughter's tender eulogy to her father, an eminent economist, who passed away on July 8th.
After being told that he was “morbidly obese”, and realising that his health was at risk, Donald Low, a behavioural economist, embarked on a mission to regain his health and fitness, by applying five insights from his discipline.