Mustafa’s Johor Stalemate

Mustafa’s Johor Stalemate

A Two-Year Setback with Broader Implications When Mustafa Centre announced plans to open its first Malaysian flagship store in Johor Bahru’s Capital City Mall in the second half of 2023, the move promised to reshape cross-border shopping dynamics between...
Les Canons

Les Canons

French Flair Finds a Home on Orchard Road – A First‑Look Review of “Bistrot Belle Époque” A sensory first bite The moment the brass doorbell chimed above the mahogany entryway of Bistrot Belle Époque, the faint scent of freshly baked baguette and a whisper of...
Censorship Excess and Government Overreach

Censorship Excess and Government Overreach

The Hong Kong Case: Paradigm of Escalating Restrictions The Miles Kwan case exemplifies several concerning patterns in Hong Kong’s post-2020 governance structure that merit careful scholarly examination. 1. Expansion of “Sedition” Beyond Historical...
Amor @ Amoy Street

Amor @ Amoy Street

Ambience & Setting Nestled within a heritage shophouse at 107 Amoy Street, Amor occupies one of Singapore’s most charming dining precincts. The restaurant’s name—Spanish for “love”—aptly captures the intimate, warm atmosphere that permeates...