The roots of the war in the Middle-East
The Middle East teeters at the brink of what could potentially morph into a new world war, but the issue at the heart of it is neither security nor self-defence but the…
When family or friends are the ones behind child pornography
Experts say that the amount of child pornography disseminated over the internet has been increasing in recent years. The scenes depicted in such material are intensely graphic and…
How accessible is Singapore? We travel with a wheelchair user to find out
While there have been many improvements over the years, more can be done. A committee was formed earlier in 2024 to conduct another review of the Code on Accessibility in the…
All that is solid melts into the air: The July uprising and a state in transition
Our people opened a new horizon of possibilities and demonstrated what it means to be active citizens.
Detained preacher’s senate bid highlights ‘broken’ Philippine electoral system
It is not unusual in the Philippines for candidates to run for public office while on trial or from behind bars.
Will Apple quit the smart ring race with Samsung?
According to a recent Bloomberg report, Apple has no plans to release an Apple smart ring despite two decades of research into the product.
Legal framework needed to control counterfeit and low-quality cosmetics on e-commerce platforms
Experts said that strengthening inspections of cosmetics production and business activities and establishing legal frameworks for market oversight is seen as a critical measure to…
Changing tides: The rise of comprehensive sexuality education in Cambodia
Cambodian society has, for centuries, viewed discussions on sex and sexuality as taboo, with matters of sexual and reproductive health off the public discourse table.
Surviving a year of atrocities in Gaza: A tale of pain and resilience
A year into the bombardment of Gaza, Israel has killed over 41,802 Palestinians, many of them women and children.
Cambodia grapples with alcohol crisis as industry booms
According to police reports, more than 1,000 Cambodians die annually in traffic accidents, with speeding and driving under the influence of alcohol being the leading causes.