Government & Policy

When Halal Food and Institutional Obligations Collide

When Halal Food and Institutional Obligations Collide

How did a request for more Halal food options at NTU become this complex and intertwined with racial insensitivities?

by Paul Jerusalem January 20, 2022

The Long-Distance Relationships With No End In Sight

The Long-Distance Relationships With No End In Sight

For these same-sex couples, COVID-19 caused them to be in a long-distance relationship with no end in sight. Can love find a way?

by Hazel Tang January 17, 2022

The Trouble with “Tribal” — The Discomforts of Identity Politics in Singapore

The Trouble with “Tribal” — The Discomforts of Identity Politics in Singapore

Tribalism, as Lawrence Wong understood and defines it, needs better elucidation.

by Ng Yi-Sheng January 6, 2022

Beyond Wages, What Makes for a Quality Life in Singapore?

Government & Policy

Beyond Wages, What Makes for a Quality Life in Singapore?

We asked Singaporeans how they would define a thriving and quality life in the second most expensive city in the world.

by Goh Qiu Ting December 29, 2021

Social Media Tell-Alls Won’t Fix Toxic Workplaces

Social Media Tell-Alls Won’t Fix Toxic Workplaces

Rarely do social media exposés fix the problems of a toxic workplace. If online tell-alls won't help shift the needle, what will?

by Laili Abdeen December 27, 2021

Here’s How We Save the Hawkers: Take Away Their Meat

Here’s How We Save the Hawkers: Take Away Their Meat

Meat alternatives are all the hype in Singapore—they can be found in cafes, restaurants, and bars. The only ones lagging behind? Hawkers.

by Bryan Ge December 16, 2021

Recent Articles

Should We Treat Misinformation and Conspiracies as Terror Threats?

Should We Treat Misinformation and Conspiracies as Terror Threats?

When internet malarkey get treated as gospel, there’ll only be dire consequences.

by Ilyas Sholihyn & Rainer Cheung

January 10, 2022

If Vaping In Singapore Is Illegal, Why Do People Still Risk Using It?

If Vaping In Singapore Is Illegal, Why Do People Still Risk Using It?

If vaping in Singapore is illegal, why do people still risk using it? To investigate the vaping phenomenon, we go on the ground to hear what has been said about e-cigarettes, and learn the reasons why people risk getting caught despite its illegal status. Disclaimer: RICE does not encourage th

by RICE

December 25, 2021

The Lives of Our Underprivileged Kids: Increasing Opportunities with Holistic Education

The Lives of Our Underprivileged Kids: Increasing Opportunities with Holistic Education

Raising a child in Singapore can be a costly endeavour and not everyone has the means to send them for extracurricular activities outside the classroom. Si Hui from Glyph Community talks about how their enrichment programmes can help level the playing field for kids from lower-income households �

by RICE

December 25, 2021

For Some, the Festive Period Is a Poignant Reminder of Loss

For Some, the Festive Period Is a Poignant Reminder of Loss

Festivities are about being grateful and joyful—but can the pressure to celebrate become toxic for those struggling with their mental health?

by Edoardo Liotta

December 24, 2021

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Beyond Wedding Photographers: Unmasking the Updated Copyright Law

Beyond Wedding Photographers: Unmasking the Updated Copyright Law

The amended law came in force on Nov 21. How does it benefit affected stakeholders?

by Sean Lim

December 10, 2021