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The Last Mile: Golden Mile Complex’s Final Hedonistic Hurrah

The Last Mile: Golden Mile Complex’s Final Hedonistic Hurrah

Golden Mile Complex is finally closing its doors pretty soon. Singapore's party-goers bid farewell to the complex to the only way they know how.

by Hykel Quek March 9, 2023

RICE Digest: CDC Voucher Mishaps and a Creative Farewell

RICE Digest: CDC Voucher Mishaps and a Creative Farewell

We said goodbye to Creative CEO Sim Wong Hoo; we got our CDC vouchers; we saw Sengkang residents cry foul over bad aesthetics.

by RICE January 9, 2023

In Sarawak, a Hidden Japanese Shrine Offers an Alternative Pre-WWII History

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In Sarawak, a Hidden Japanese Shrine Offers an Alternative Pre-WWII History

Deep in the jungles of Sarawak, the Yorioka Shrine stands as testament to the once cordial relationship Malaysians have with the Japanese. Then, World War II happened. Now, a group of Japanese Sarawakians are determined to not let this chapter of history be forgotten.

by Xael Ng November 7, 2022

The Forgotten History of the AIDS Epidemic in Singapore

The Forgotten History of the AIDS Epidemic in Singapore

When HIV/AIDS first arrived in Singapore, so did anti-homosexual bigotry. This is the story of the heroes who fought back.

by Paul Jerusalem September 15, 2022

Singapore Through The Lens of Queen Elizabeth II’s Speeches and Visits

Singapore Through The Lens of Queen Elizabeth II’s Speeches and Visits

Queen Elizabeth II passed on yesterday in Scotland. We reminisce the ocassions of her visits to Singapore, gleaning her impression of the city state through the speeches she gave.

by Hykel Quek September 9, 2022

Lashed and Whipped To Investigate Singapore’s Forbidden Art of Kuda Kepang

Lashed and Whipped To Investigate Singapore’s Forbidden Art of Kuda Kepang

For a long time, Kuda Kepang was a mainstay at numerous functions within the Malay community. And then it all went away. We dug deep to investigate its disappearance—and how a group of practitioners are petitioning for it to be brought back to life.

by Hykel Quek September 2, 2022

Recent Articles

A Conversation Between 2 Tourists at the Padang Unesco World Heritage Site

A Conversation Between 2 Tourists at the Padang Unesco World Heritage Site

Singapore wants the Padang and its surrounding civic buildings to be considered a World Heritage Site. Tourists might be confused if it does become one.

by Kimberly Lim

March 10, 2023

Not Just the Airport: Changi is Also First in Many Things We Do Not Know Of

Not Just the Airport: Changi is Also First in Many Things We Do Not Know Of

Changi will still be the "first" in many areas, even without our world-renowned airport.

by Hazel Tang

February 13, 2023

Singapore’s Lion Dancers Are International Winners. Yet National Support Eludes Them

Singapore’s Lion Dancers Are International Winners. Yet National Support Eludes Them

"When we represent the country and win, all I can do is hug the trophy at the back of my lorry and celebrate by myself."

by Hykel Quek

November 9, 2022

The Mysterious Origins of Deity Altars in Carparks and Hawker Centres

The Mysterious Origins of Deity Altars in Carparks and Hawker Centres

You might have seen them around— altars located at hawker centres, bus interchanges, and dimly lit carparks. While Taoist in origins, these altars enjoy patronage even by Hindus and Muslims. It's Singapore multiculturalism at its best. Its origins, however, remains rather murky.

by Sin Ka Lam

October 21, 2022

“People Weren’t as Bothered” — Seniors Recall Separation From Malaysia

“People Weren’t as Bothered” — Seniors Recall Separation From Malaysia

Four elderly seniors who lived through August 9, 1965, tell us what the day looked like from their perspectives as teenagers.

by Sean Lim

August 9, 2022