Israel-Hamas conflict escalation

Israel-Hamas conflict escalation

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has reached a critical juncture, with both sides escalating rhetoric and violence amid stalled diplomatic efforts. Israel has issued a stark ultimatum to Hamas, threatening a “mighty hurricane” of airstrikes on...
Tropical plants as cancer treatment

Tropical plants as cancer treatment

Imagine a world where ancient wisdom and new science join hands to fight cancer. At the SingHealth Duke-NUS Institute of Biodiversity Medicine, this dream is taking shape. Their team is on a quest to prove if plants long trusted by elders — bandicoot berry, Sabah...
Rental market payment challenges

Rental market payment challenges

Late rent payments among apartment renters have been steadily increasing, reflecting growing financial pressure on many households. According to Chandan Economics, 11.4% of rental payments were late in July 2025, up from 9.3% a year earlier. Even after adjusting for...
Young Singaporeans’ banking preferences

Young Singaporeans’ banking preferences

A recent survey reveals a strong trend toward financial conservatism among young full-time employees in Singapore. According to the data, 73% of workers aged 18 to 30 maintain bank savings accounts, underscoring their commitment to financial security. Most young...
Singapore’s Zero-Waste Grocery Revolution

Singapore’s Zero-Waste Grocery Revolution

A comprehensive guide to sustainable shopping in the Lion City Singapore, a nation known for its efficiency and innovation, is quietly leading a retail revolution. Amidst the gleaming shopping malls and bustling hawker centers, a growing movement is challenging the...
Fighting Food Waste with Treatsure app

Fighting Food Waste with Treatsure app

1. Treatsure ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ The Premium Food Waste Fighter What it does: Connects consumers to surplus buffet food from hotels and restaurants at heavily discounted prices. User Experience: The app interface is straightforward but could use polish. Browsing available...
Singapore Food Price Analysis

Singapore Food Price Analysis

Singapore’s food security and pricing dynamics present a unique case study of how global food price volatility impacts a highly import-dependent nation. With over 90% of food imported and minimal agricultural land, Singapore faces amplified effects from global...
Middle class financial resilience

Middle class financial resilience

The ground is shifting beneath the middle class. Once, they made up the backbone of society. Now, their numbers are shrinking, and their share of the nation’s wealth is fading fast. The world has changed, but hope is not lost.Imagine this: You earn a steady salary,...
Warren Buffet’s investment outlook 2025

Warren Buffet’s investment outlook 2025

Imagine turning £20,000 into £2.8 billion. That’s the magic Berkshire Hathaway has worked for its loyal shareholders since 1965, far outpacing the S&P 500 and leaving index funds in the dust. Even today, a simple £20,000 investment at the start of 2025 has already...