The Greenland Crisis

The Greenland Crisis

Case Study Background and Context In January 2026, US President Donald Trump escalated his campaign to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, by threatening to impose tariffs on nations that refuse to support the acquisition. This...
York Hotel’s Year of the Horse

York Hotel’s Year of the Horse

As the lunar calendar ushers in the Year of the Horse, York Hotel’s White Rose Café has assembled a festive collection that bridges tradition with contemporary refinement. Over the course of an evening tasting, I explored their Chinese New Year takeaway menu,...
Udon Shin Takashimaya Singapore

Udon Shin Takashimaya Singapore

Restaurant Review Udon Shin brings Tokyo’s celebrated udon culture to Singapore’s Orchard Road, offering an authentic Japanese dining experience that has captured local attention since its November 2025 opening. The restaurant successfully replicates the...
Singapore Cash Yields

Singapore Cash Yields

Executive Summary While US savers enjoy 4-5% yields on safe cash instruments, Singaporeans face a more challenging environment with yields ranging 2.5-3.8%. This case study examines the structural factors behind Singapore’s lower yields, provides forward-looking...
Co-Buying Homes in Singapore

Co-Buying Homes in Singapore

Executive Summary Co-buying property in Singapore faces unique structural barriers compared to Western markets. While 32% of Gen Z Americans consider co-buying with friends, Singapore’s regulatory framework—particularly ABSD and HDB eligibility rules—makes...
Trump’s Gaza “Board of Peace”

Trump’s Gaza “Board of Peace”

An In-Depth Analysis of Diplomatic, Economic, and Social Implications Published: January 17, 2026 President Donald Trump’s announcement yesterday of the “Board of Peace” to oversee Gaza’s transitional governance marks a significant milestone in...
CNY Family FUN 2026

CNY Family FUN 2026

Event Overview Dates: 30 January – 1 February 2026Venue: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) & Singapore Conference HallAdmission: Free (with some ticketed programmes)Best For: Families with children of all agesTotal Programmes: 25 cultural programmesWebsite:...
Broadcom’s Wi-Fi 8 Revolution

Broadcom’s Wi-Fi 8 Revolution

Executive Summary Broadcom’s January 2026 launch of its Wi-Fi 8 ecosystem represents more than a technological upgrade—it signals a fundamental shift in how wireless networks will power the next generation of AI-driven applications. For Singapore, a nation...