I work with refugees and do some consulting for some organizations working with immigrants. I would say, most refugees are in the country because their country or situation is unsafe. They have no choice, and when they are in the country, most of them are grateful just to be there. …

Inflation is hitting many Singaporeans hard. With the lack of job opportunities by competing with foreigners for jobs in their own country…

Why would rents go up when the economy is down? How do the increase in fuel prices affect rents? In Singapore, the rents are always going up, when you have so many REITs in town, everyone wants to make money just because they have money. Sadly, this rent seeking behavior…

Art of Speed is back again, and it is great to see old friends and familiar bikes. It is wonderful to return after a few years because of…

The iLight event is back after a few years break because of the pandemic, and I’m glad its back. There are however a few changes, and there are “ticketed events” and others that are simply on display.

Many companies like to donate or “Do Charity”. Sometimes, it is written in formal policies, and besides, formal giving provides tax breaks. However, just donations and giving for the sake of doing, or as some people may think — “Doing their Duty” — Does not really yield real social impact. …

I’ve met parents of the kids at Sandy Hook, and in the recent tragedy, we have people working night and day just to make things a little…

If you are thinking about owning an electric car… Please read this. First, electric cars are not cheap. A Tesla Model 3 which costs under US$40,000 in the United States. In Singapore, you would pay more than S$200,000 for a base model. So first, price is relative ok when you…

Genting Highlands has changed a lot after MCO. Is it worth it to go up?