In a year of political spectacle, the Singapore Biennale turns its gaze to the decidedly unspectacular. What might we find in the basic building blocks— mall units, shoebox flats, cookie-cutter classrooms—that form our country? Our writer explores the sprawling exhibition to see if she can find out.
More mental health professionals needed in Singapore; men dropping out of the workforce to be full-time caregivers; our habitual bird feeders; one of Singapore’s earliest citizen-historians passes on; as does Jessie Wee, creator of the beloved Mooty.
You can get your groceries at the wet market, the supermarket, or through delivery apps—and each offers you different information to guide your choice. But information isn't the same as guidance.
Deterrence and public opinion are used as justification for retaining the death penalty. We interrogate both notions, as we argue for abolition.
The growing-up pains of a fifth-generation jet; Nepal’s uprising; still no recognition for Palestine; update from parliament; support schemes in a tumultuous job market; the great Boys’ Love craze; and more.
Dear reader, How should we talk about complex social issues, from migration and race to transgender rights? At what point does an individual’s right to free inquiry and speech threaten the safety of vulnerable groups in society? This is one of the thorniest issues facing open societies. And I...
Despite colonialism’s incessant efforts to conjure and enforce new categories to better exploit vast populations, Malaya’s dizzying plurality could not be contained.
Most want NMPs to be elected; understanding our food better; Singapore’s red hot electric vehicle market; the role of submarines in SEA legends and myths; Ken Liu and RF Kuang at the Singapore Writers Festival; and more.
Dear reader, The US is a tinder box following the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the incredibly popular right-wing Christian commentator, whose youth outreach immeasurably helped close ally Donald Trump at the ballot box. The impact has been felt in Singapore. Conservatives, including a number of Christian pastors, have published tributes....
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Featuring 10 essays that explore “Movement”, “Materiality”, and “Magic” in Singapore, written with signature flair and rigour.
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Featuring an essay each by members of Jom’s editorial team, and many others, all within the themes of “Activism”, “Ecology” and “Music”.
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