by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
By The Straits TimesPublished: January 17, 2026 President Donald Trump’s recent pardon of former Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vázquez Garced has sent ripples through the international anti-corruption community, raising questions about the erosion of accountability...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
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:...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
The clang of metal doors, the removal of personal belongings, the donning of prison blues—for approximately 4,500 Singaporeans each year, this jarring transition from freedom to confinement marks not just a personal crisis, but the beginning of far-reaching...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Introduction: A Neighborhood in Transformation Joo Chiat, Singapore’s vibrant east coast enclave, is experiencing a culinary renaissance. Once notorious for its seedy KTV lounges and massage parlours in the early 2000s, the neighborhood has transformed into one...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
A comprehensive dining guide featuring detailed dish analysis, quality assessment, and practical dining tips 1. Crossroads Buffet – Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel Overall Rating: 9/10 The Experience Crossroads Buffet has mastered the art of seafood...
by chung chinyi | Jan 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
An analysis of how the UN biodiversity treaty entering into force on January 17, 2026 could reshape Singapore’s role in ocean governance, trade, and sustainability A New Era for Ocean Governance The international waters that stretch beyond national jurisdictions...
