by chung chinyi | Dec 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
A grandiose setting, warm embraces, and ominous warnings—but beneath the pageantry of the December 29 meeting between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu lies a troubling reality: the carefully constructed architecture of Middle East ceasefires is crumbling,...
by chung chinyi | Dec 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore stands at a critical juncture in its political evolution. The 2025 general election delivered PM Lawrence Wong a decisive mandate with 65.57% of votes, yet the year ahead presents profound challenges that will test the maturity of...
by chung chinyi | Dec 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
As we enter 2026, Singaporeans face a unique financial landscape shaped by rising costs of living, evolving retirement policies, and distinct cultural expectations around money. While American surveys show saving more money, paying down debt, and spending less as top...
by chung chinyi | Dec 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
Ambience & Atmosphere Lau Pa Sat stands as a testament to Singapore’s rich culinary heritage, housed within an architectural marvel dating back to 1824. The octagonal Victorian structure, with its distinctive clock tower and cast-iron framework, creates an...
by chung chinyi | Dec 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The Rise and Decline of China’s “Gaokao Factory” Background Hengshui High School in Hebei province became synonymous with extreme exam preparation in China, developing a replicable model that spawned 18 branches nationwide by 2017. The...
by chung chinyi | Dec 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The December 2025 Diplomatic Crisis Background The Russia-Ukraine war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022, entered a critical diplomatic phase in late December 2025. After nearly four years of conflict, negotiations...
