Few years on the Earth
Ageing is often discussed in terms of loss, of beauty, energy, relevance, or confidence. Yet the life and public image of Chuando Tan offer a striking counter-narrative. Based in Singapore, Tan is a model, photographer and style icon whose youthful appearance and disciplined lifestyle have drawn global attention, particularly after he went viral in his … Read more
The Asia-Pacific premiere of Wicked: For Good in Singapore drew hundreds of fans eager to catch a glimpse of the film’s high-profile cast, a moment that was expected to celebrate one of the most anticipated musical adaptations of the year. Instead, part of the evening was overshadowed by a startling security breach that quickly became … Read more
In a disturbing case that has drawn widespread attention across Singapore and India, a 34-year-old Indian nurse, Elipe Siva Nagu, has been sentenced to 14 months in jail and two strokes of the cane for molesting a male visitor at Singapore’s Raffles Hospital. The case, which occurred in June this year, has raised serious questions … Read more
Amid the relentless turmoil and devastation unfolding in Gaza, a rare moment of tenderness has emerged — one that embodies both gratitude and hope. A Palestinian couple, enduring the hardships of war and scarcity, made a heartwarming decision to name their newborn daughter “Singapore.” For Hamdan Hadad, the baby’s father, the name is far more … Read more
In a stark reminder of Singapore’s zero-tolerance stance on violent crime, two Indian tourists have been handed severe sentences for Robbing and Assaulting Sex Workers in Singapore. Arokkiyasami Daison, 23, and Rajendran Mayilarasan, 27, both from India, were each sentenced to five years and one month in prison along with 12 strokes of the cane … Read more
In a city-state renowned for its harmonious multicultural fabric, Singapore has once again been confronted with an unsettling breach of that tranquility. On September 24, 2025, Al-Istiqamah Mosque in Serangoon North received a suspicious parcel that triggered an immediate evacuation and ignited widespread concern. The package, upon initial inspection, contained a piece of meat that … Read more
On August 28, 2025, a Singapore court sentenced Radika Rajavarma, a 42-year-old Indian-origin Singaporean woman, to over five years in prison for offering a SGD 1,000 bribe to police officers in 2022 to allow her to smoke a cigarette while in custody. The case, reported widely by local media, underscores Singapore’s strict anti-corruption stance and … Read more
A bizarre case in Singapore has shocked medical experts and the public alike. A 30-year-old man had to undergo emergency surgery after speed eating 7-pound burger during a competition. The massive intake of food caused his stomach to stretch beyond its limits, leading to severe health complications. This rare but serious condition serves as a … Read more
Singapore is known for its strict laws and zero-tolerance policy on violent crimes, and a recent case at the Concorde Hotel and Shopping Mall highlights the serious consequences of unlawful behavior. Five Indian-origin men were sentenced to jail terms ranging from two to three years, along with caning, for their involvement in a deadly riot … Read more
Elon Musk’s recent warning about Singapore and several other Asian countries going extinct has reignited a global conversation about a critical issue: declining fertility rates and rapidly aging populations. His concerns are not unfounded. Across Asia, countries like Singapore, South Korea, Japan, and China face severe demographic challenges that could reshape their future landscapes. This … Read more