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Jan 21, 2025 · Rice is Asia’s alternative voice. From sex workers to politicians, contemporary art to street food, we bring fresh perspectives and bold commentary on everyday life in Asia.
Jeremy Yoon, Author at RICE
Jan 16, 2025 · RICE feeds your mind with Singaporean stories of human interest that make you think, engage and empathise.
Beyond an Iron Rice Bowl, Why Do People Sign On?
Dec 11, 2024 · Top image courtesy of MINDEF The movies make it look easy—war, danger, and the sharp adrenaline of survival, all set to the perfect score. Band of Brothers, Crimson Tide, Top Gun —stories of grit and heroism wrapped in cinematic glow and over-the-top action sequences. But for every person who loves these tales on screen, the very idea of stepping into those combat boots as a career is met ...
The Impersonation Scam That Almost Cost My Mum Her Life Savings
Dec 16, 2024 · All images courtesy of Andre Frois. I’m consumed by guilt and anxiety whenever I’m not shadowing my parents’ every move. Recently, I let my guard down—and nearly watched my mum fall prey to smooth-talking con artists and their elaborate scam. My parents devoted their lives to raising me, building a foundation of care and protection I strive to repay. But no matter how much I try, the ...
The Man At The Centre of Singapore’s Property Agent Drama
Jul 28, 2024 · In a city known for its sky-high housing costs, real estate agency Homeseller offers a refreshing change with its budget-friendly flat agent fee, breaking away from the usual percentage-based commissions. Leading the charge is Patrick Chee, the unapologetically vocal founder of Homeseller and Tiktokker who has become a polarising figure in Singapore’s property industry. The ensuing drama is ...
Kishore Mahbubani’s Advice for the Cynical Singaporean
Aug 9, 2024 · A veteran diplomat who's handled thorny geopolitical conflicts takes a crack at our first-world problems.
What’s Pushing People’s Buttons About Singapore’s Flex Culture?
Nov 3, 2024 · “Sports cars with loud exhaust annoy me the most. Dude, there is literally not enough road in Singapore for you to floor the accelerator. And that car vending machine building in Selegie represents everything gross in Singapore.” — Sarah, 27 “The worst flex is loud car or bike exhaust because that flex disturbs others. In neighbourhoods like my mum’s house in Upper Thomson, these ...
Politicians and Podcasts: The Unlikely Power Players in GE2025
3 days ago · This year's GE will be a contest between politicians who can master the digital tools—including podcasts—of our time.
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Cyberbullying counts as one of the many crises facing Singapore’s youth today, yet its definition remains elusive.