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On the surface, this dandy initiative seems like a positive effort to encourage cohesion among Singapore’s diverse ethnic communities. Promoting understanding, tolerance, and respect for different cultural backgrounds is important in a multicultural society. But when you dig deeper, there's an...

Classic "grass is greener on the other side" remorse tale. She burned every bridge back in Hong Kong, waving slogans about oppression and colonial nostalgia while clamoring for freedom. She fled to her beloved former colonial masters in the UK, expecting a utopia. Fast forward, and now she’s...

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/foster-deeper-understanding-to-find-position-acceptable-to-most-as-society-changes-edwin-tong He noted that global trends towards deglobalisation and nativism may strain social cohesion in Singapore. “Singapore faces a pivotal choice – commit to openness...

Nativism and deglobalization have become the latest buzzwords dominating political discourse, leaving governments scrambling to address growing discontent. While they may seem like radical reactions, these movements stem from real frustrations tied to unregulated immigration and the erosion of...

The best platform to attack PAP online? Let’s get one thing straight: blindly attacking every policy, regardless of its merit, makes you sound like an uneducated redneck buffoon who thinks yelling louder equates to being right. If you can’t distinguish between meaningful critique and mindless...

Ah, the sheer elegance of your vocabulary, truly a sign of a refined mind. Let me spell it out for you: you don’t have to read every thread on this forum. Nobody’s holding a gun to your head and forcing you to engage with posts in Chinese or Malay. If you don’t like them, here’s a...

Your perspective on the purpose of a university degree is thought-provoking, but I respectfully disagree with the conclusions you’ve drawn about the realities faced by local graduates in Singapore. While it’s true that a university education broadens one’s knowledge and perspective, it is also...

While you raised some valid points, there are a few critical aspects that need to be addressed to form a more balanced view. Firstly, the claim that Singapore’s restrictive migrant policies ensure a lack of illegal migrants is valid, but it does not address the crux of the issue: the influx of...

The influx of foreign workers into white-collar positions in Singapore has indeed led to a situation where many local university graduates find themselves struggling to secure the jobs they are qualified for. While foreign workers are essential for filling certain gaps in the labor market...

I see your point, but I personally view those thread as more like advertisements. They're not necessarily harmful, just easily ignored. Sure, they might not add much in terms of personal commentary, but they don't disrupt the flow of the forum the way a constant spammer does in every thread with...

The trend of retired SAF scholars moving directly into leadership roles in private organisations has become increasingly problematic. While they bring credentials from their military careers, their skills often fail to align with the demands of the corporate world. This misalignment is starkly...

The forum was like a hoarder’s house, once overflowing with junk that made it impossible to navigate or even step inside. Nobody wanted to visit, let alone stay, because it was suffocating and chaotic. Now that the spammer has decided to off herself and the clutter has been cleared, the space is...

It’s true that Boss & moderators were hands-off for years, but that complacency came at the cost of meaningful discussions. With the regular spammer gone, we have an opportunity to reclaim this space and make it worth engaging in again. Her absence isn’t a cure-all, but it removes a persistent...

I agree, overcrowding and the plan to accommodate a population of 10 million have fueled significant concerns, contributing to the reluctance to have babies. The bulk of this growth is expected to come from foreigners who bypass NS obligations and, in some cases, gain instant citizenship with...

"Stop at Two" policy introduced in the 70s aimed to control overpopulation during a time when Singapore was grappling with limited resources and rapid urbanization. Families were encouraged to have no more than two children through incentives for sterilization and disincentives like restricted...

Discussions about Singapore’s population strategy often shift to gender inequality and the burden of National Service (NS) on local men. These issues frequently frame the decision to have children within the context of fairness and societal expectations. Without a doubt. NS imposes tangible...

PAP continues to encourage citizens to have babies, even as it relies heavily on importing adults to fill immediate workforce needs. At first glance, this seems contradictory. If ready-made workers can meet the country’s economic demands, why push for more babies? The answer lies in the unique...

Rebuilding a space for meaningful political discussions will take time, especially after years of disruption. The chaos she caused left scars, hijacked conversations, mistrust, and a fractured community. While her departure is a relief, the effects of her antics linger, and many may hesitate to...

Singapore is tackling its aging population with two seemingly contradictory approaches: importing workers to fill immediate labor shortages and encouraging citizens to have more children to sustain long-term growth. While each policy addresses specific challenges, the combination raises...

Thanks for your reply, but I must disagree with some of your points. While words may not physically harm, they can poison a community when one person persistently manipulates and provokes others to gain attention. This is not a case of someone having a "bad day." It is a calculated and repeated...