by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary Singapore’s housing market in 2026 stands at a critical inflection point. While the government maintains a 90% homeownership rate through aggressive public housing policies, underlying structural challenges threaten long-term affordability and...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduction: Where Heritage Meets Gastronomy The Joo Chiat and Katong neighborhoods represent Singapore’s most evocative food landscape—where Peranakan shophouses line streets fragrant with coconut laksa, where third-generation hawkers work alongside specialty...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study Background The Bella 1 oil tanker incident represents a convergence of energy sanctions enforcement, geopolitical maneuvering, and international maritime law. The vessel, pursued by the U.S. Coast Guard for nearly two weeks in the Atlantic Ocean, was en...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary On January 1, 2026, a devastating fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland claimed approximately 40 lives and injured 115 people during a New Year’s Eve celebration. This case study examines the incident, its broader...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study Background On December 2024, Israel became the first country to formally recognize Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state, marking a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the Horn of Africa. This recognition comes more than three...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Featured Cafe Reviews & Ambience Three’s A Crowd Vibe: Contemporary casual with a local twistSignature: Churros Waffles with Dark Gianduja gelato This halal-certified gem brings neighborhood charm with creative flavor combinations that speak to the...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Executive Summary President Trump’s postponement of escalated furniture tariffs reflects the complex interplay between protectionist trade policy, consumer price pressures, and international supply chain dependencies. This analysis examines the implications for...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The January 2026 Jabad Godane Operation Background Context The January 1, 2026 military operation in Jabad Godane exemplifies the ongoing counterterrorism campaign in Somalia. Al-Shabaab, active since 2007, remains one of East Africa’s most...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: The Vietnamese-German Labour Pipeline Background Context Vietnam has established itself as Germany’s largest source of foreign vocational apprentices, with 7,100 new contracts signed in 2024, representing a 61% increase from the previous year. This...
by chung chinyi | Jan 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Case Study: New Year’s Day 2026 Air Pollution Episode The Crisis On January 1, 2026, Bangkok experienced a significant air quality deterioration, with PM2.5 levels reaching 70.3 mcg/m³ in Chatuchak district—nearly double the Thai safety standard of 37.5 mcg/m³....
