Jobs & Economy

Inflation Breeds Frugality. But Is Frugality a Turn-Off?

Inflation Breeds Frugality. But Is Frugality a Turn-Off?

With the global economy in shambles and prices skyrocketing faster than Bitcoin stock in 2011, penny-pinching is back. Or has it ever left? One anguished Singaporean man took to Reddit to ask if his girlfriend's anger over his frugal habits is justified.

by RICE March 24, 2023

It’s Layoff Season, but We Don’t Know How to Say Goodbye to Office Buddies

It’s Layoff Season, but We Don’t Know How to Say Goodbye to Office Buddies

An office BFF makes all the difference in the daily grind. But then they leave.

by Eve Lock March 23, 2023

Has Singapore Come to the Point of ‘Every Tuition Centre a Good Tuition Centre’?

Has Singapore Come to the Point of ‘Every Tuition Centre a Good Tuition Centre’?

Beyond dusty old worksheets, tuition centre students enjoy perks such as theme park trips, bowling, movies, and even networking events. In an era where Big Tuition veers into the realm of social and cultural currency, the smaller guys in the market are left behind.

by Kimberly Lim and Hykel Quek March 21, 2023

IPS Makan Index 2.0: Singaporeans Don’t Like Being Told That Things Are Still Affordable

IPS Makan Index 2.0: Singaporeans Don’t Like Being Told That Things Are Still Affordable

An increase "by a small margin" is an increase nonetheless.

by Joy Lai March 16, 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

A Local Delivery Rider Bullied A Man Accused of Working Illegally. Both are Desperate.

A Local Delivery Rider Bullied A Man Accused of Working Illegally. Both are Desperate.

The undercurrent of a growing economic uncertainty and increasingly desperate workers.

by Joy Lai March 13, 2023

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by RICE

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