Jobs & Economy

Stories that explore employment trends, economic developments, and career insights that illuminate the ever-changing culture of work.

The Gen Z Handymen Trying To Repair a Broken Industry

Jobs & Economy

The Gen Z Handymen Trying To Repair a Broken Industry

Blue-collar is the new black.

by Alden Ho July 2, 2025

SkillsFuture for the Soul: What 6 Weeks of Sewing Taught Me About Subsidised Self-Discovery

SkillsFuture for the Soul: What 6 Weeks of Sewing Taught Me About Subsidised Self-Discovery

SkillsFuture for professional development? Nah. SkillsFuture for personal growth? Yes.

by Kimberly Lim July 1, 2025

Ammar Nizar’s Late Father Fed Singapore’s Needy. He’s Making Sure It Doesn’t Stop.

Ammar Nizar’s Late Father Fed Singapore’s Needy. He’s Making Sure It Doesn’t Stop.

A son figures out what honouring his dad's legacy really means.

by Alden Ho June 20, 2025

The Unexpected Adulthood That Comes When You Lose Both Parents at 20

The Unexpected Adulthood That Comes When You Lose Both Parents at 20

"This is the part they don’t prepare you for adulthood—dealing with so much paperwork and legal issues."

by Justin Tan June 19, 2025

When Wala Wala Closes, Holland Village Loses Its Beat

When Wala Wala Closes, Holland Village Loses Its Beat

Pour one out for Holland V.

by Andre Frois June 18, 2025

Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V: Why AI Feels Right at Home in Singapore’s Ten Year Series Culture

Ctrl+C, Ctrl+V: Why AI Feels Right at Home in Singapore’s Ten Year Series Culture

AI didn't break creativity. It just automated our regurgitative forte.

by Yeo Ker Siang June 17, 2025

Recent Articles

Coming Of Age

‘Now That You’re Retired, What’s the Game Plan Mum?’

‘Now That You’re Retired, What’s the Game Plan Mum?’

What does it mean to wake up one day and realise you’re not quite sure who you are without the daily grind?

by Amanda Chua

June 11, 2025

Amongst Us

The Hidden Toll of Elderly Suicide on Singapore’s Mental Health Workers

The Hidden Toll of Elderly Suicide on Singapore’s Mental Health Workers

“Working in this line, your bucket can become empty very quickly."

by Alfieyah Abdullah

June 3, 2025

Grindsets

The Overachievers’ Guide to LinkedIn Virality

The Overachievers’ Guide to LinkedIn Virality

Humblebrags don’t post themselves.

by Aloysius Ang

May 31, 2025

Grindsets

Singapore’s Independent Bands Earn Their Stripes at Phil Studio—But Who the Hell Is Phil?

Singapore’s Independent Bands Earn Their Stripes at Phil Studio—But Who the Hell Is Phil?

How did a Korean-Spanish man from France with two master’s degrees, a PhD, and multiple black belts end up as a pillar of Singapore's alternative music scene?

by Andre Frois

May 30, 2025

Grindsets

Bankrupt at 31: Finding Freedom on the Other Side of Financial Ruin

Bankrupt at 31: Finding Freedom on the Other Side of Financial Ruin

When losing all your money doesn't have to mean losing yourself too.

by Kimberly Lim

May 16, 2025