Government & Policy

Halimah Yacob, the President That Outshined a ‘Political Minus’

Halimah Yacob, the President That Outshined a ‘Political Minus’

Unfortunately, the good work Madam Halimah has done will always be blemished by the controversy surrounding 2017's reserved election for Malay presidential candidates. That said, she leaves office having made at least some difference in women’s rights in Singapore.

by Kimberly Lim May 30, 2023

With 377A Repealed, Where Does Pink Dot Go From Here?

With 377A Repealed, Where Does Pink Dot Go From Here?

This year, the annual event pushes back against the narrative that LGBTQ+ people erode family values.

by Hykel Quek May 18, 2023

Times Have Changed. Maybe the Idea of ‘Affordable’ Public Housing Should Change Too.

Times Have Changed. Maybe the Idea of ‘Affordable’ Public Housing Should Change Too.

Affordability is relative—especially with higher costs pushing up our non-housing expenditure in this economy.

by Kimberly Lim and Joy Lai May 2, 2023

Is Singapore’s Safety More To Do With Our CCTVs Than Our Graciousness?

Is Singapore’s Safety More To Do With Our CCTVs Than Our Graciousness?

A man tried to set up a free library in Boon Lay, but its shelves were stolen within days. He says he's still not installing a CCTV camera because he wants to create a space built on trust. Is that a tad bit too optimistic?

by Kimberly Lim April 28, 2023

Singapore Hanged Tangaraju Suppiah Over 1kg of Cannabis. What Would Neighbouring Countries Have Done?

Singapore Hanged Tangaraju Suppiah Over 1kg of Cannabis. What Would Neighbouring Countries Have Done?

In some neighbouring countries, weed-laced treats are sold on the streets. In Singapore, an execution was carried out this morning over 1kg of cannabis.

by RICE April 26, 2023

The People’s Association Doesn’t Engage in Political Activities. But It’s Not Apolitical.

The People’s Association Doesn’t Engage in Political Activities. But It’s Not Apolitical.

PA's history and make-up show that it has the capacity to be political—even if unintended or implicit.

by Kimberly Lim and Hykel Quek April 25, 2023

Recent Articles

The World is Moving Ahead with Vape Regulation. Where Does That Leave Us?

The World is Moving Ahead with Vape Regulation. Where Does That Leave Us?

Vapes are here to stay. As long as there's demand, the black market will provide. Even as neighbouring Malaysia plans to regulate vapes and other nations start legalising it, Singapore remains adamant in ensuring there's an (ineffective) blanket ban.

by Daniel Peters

April 18, 2023

‘Doesn’t Seem Fair’: Migrant Workers Speak About Request To Perform Eid Prayers in Dorms

‘Doesn’t Seem Fair’: Migrant Workers Speak About Request To Perform Eid Prayers in Dorms

“I don’t really know why MUIS has sent such a notice which is completely contradictory, especially when almost all of Singapore is fully vaccinated against COVID."

by Hykel Quek and Joy Lai

April 18, 2023

English Tests for New Citizens Won’t Solve the Underlying Tension With Chinese Nationals

English Tests for New Citizens Won’t Solve the Underlying Tension With Chinese Nationals

Simply passing a quiz isn’t going to make people magically more considerate of non-Mandarin speakers in Singapore.

by Kimberly Lim

April 5, 2023

Policy Proposals To Fix a ‘Hollow City’ Like Singapore

Policy Proposals To Fix a ‘Hollow City’ Like Singapore

Someone went on Reddit to say that Singapore is hollow compared to Malaysia. Shocking—nobody has ever complained about life in Singapore before! As responsible citizens tasked with the duty of marketing our nation to the world, here are some policy proposals to fix a 'hollow city' like Singapore.

by RICE

March 19, 2023

New Scandinavian Prisoncore Rental Apartments for Singapore Singles Just Dropped

New Scandinavian Prisoncore Rental Apartments for Singapore Singles Just Dropped

Still better than the alternative: Singapore's private rental market.

by Kimberly Lim

March 14, 2023