A Mask Controversy Spirals into a Legal Quagmire and Public Outrage Just when you thought the age of “mask Karens” was behind us, the viral cyclone hits again. This time, it’s Singapore General Hospital (SGH) that’s turned into a battleground for public decorum, civil obedience, and healthcare policies. The Unfolding Drama Two viral Douyin videos revealed Han Feizi, a 29-year-old Chinese national, engaged in…

The FinTech space has seen remarkable innovations over the last decade. One such innovation that has garnered significant attention is the “Buy Now, Pay Later” (BNPL) system. As consumers increasingly lean towards more flexible payment options, BNPL has become a preferred choice for many. …

Gone are the days when young Chinese shoppers would eagerly drop a month’s salary on a single item from a posh mall brand. These days, savvy youth are flocking to wholesale markets and online platforms for fashion dupes at a fraction of the price. Brand name clothes and accessories once…

With the hype around DALL-E 3, some have predicted the new AI art generator will make Midjourney obsolete. But rather than seeing these tools as rivals, a smarter approach is to use them together. DALL-E 3 excels at accurately generating images from text prompts, especially for comics and illustrations. Its…

Singapore’s Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) have seen their stock prices tumble in recent months, sparking concerns among investors. Several key factors are driving the declines, pointing to ongoing challenges ahead for the city-state’s REIT sector. Rising interest rates globally have dampened investor appetite for REITs. With the U.S. Federal…

In the bustling city of Changsha, Hunan, resides a bubble tea brand that has recently been on the lips of every young connoisseur of refreshing beverages — Cha Yan Yue Se. This brand, with its roots deeply embedded in the city’s culture, has gained an impressive following owing to its…

Recently, a woman’s online complaint about being assigned to a sleeping compartment with three men sparked a debate on whether train compartments should be allocated by gender. Some argue that gender-based allocation can ensure the safety and privacy of female passengers. …

Recently, a livestream event featuring a collaboration of Chinese domestic brands has attracted widespread attention. Brands such as Hongxing Erke, Jia Duo Bao, Mixue Bingcheng, Xuelian, and Xtep joined the event, with hosts demonstrating the use of Bee & Flower shampoo, even washing their hair with shoes. This event brought…

Introduction In recent years, China has witnessed a significant rise in the consumption of online ready-to-eat (RTE) meals, driven by urbanisation, changing lifestyle habits, and the boom in the e-commerce industry. However, this growth accompanies health-related concerns and food safety anxieties among consumers. …