Imagine Singapore back in 1965. It had just become independent, kicked out of Malaysia, and honestly, things weren’t looking great. The place was a mess—slums everywhere, rivers so dirty they doubled as sewers, and unemployment through the roof. With only 581 square kilometers of land and zero natural resources, you’d think they were doomed, right? … Read more
Walking through Singapore, you might hear conversations that sound like English but are different in many ways. This is Singlish, a mix of English, Malay, Chinese, Tamil, and other local languages. It’s informal, and expressive, and carries the essence of a unique identity that perfectly describes Singapore. If you want to check if something written … Read more
Singaporeans love to hop on planes. It feels like a national hobby, second only to griping about bubble tea queues. One might wonder what sparks such an intense wanderlust, but there’s a certain appeal in foreign lands that resonates with people on the little red dot. Perhaps it’s the exotic cuisine, the endless shopping, or … Read more