Big Read: Why 'made in Singapore' clothes are increasingly becoming a fashionable option at home and abroad
In an industry dominated by international labels, Singaporean fashion and beauty brands are competing with global giants by finding a clear identity in a small domestic market, but they say that expanding overseas is often critical to survival.
Big Read: Are human influencers still relevant in the age of AI?
AI-generated influencers now look almost indistinguishable from humans, raising questions about credibility, jobs and the future of advertising. As brands explore their potential, audiences and experts warn that trust is still the key to winning over customers.
Up Close: He was a racehorse jockey, pub owner, property agent. Now add TikTok food reviewer and mental wellness proponent
Thousands know him as a TikTok food reviewer, but Mr HS Chan was once a race jockey living by discipline and speed.
Ground Up: Move over, golf. Padel is fast becoming the new networking playground for PMETs
Padel players say that not only is the sport social by design, but the post-game mingling has become as important as the workout itself.
Voices: I thought I knew what burnout was – until I experienced it myself. Here's what we're all getting wrong
After realising that she was burnt out, CNA TODAY's Nikki Yeo learnt that burnout is more about the small frictions that wear us down, and why meaningful support at work starts with simple, human gestures.
Adulting: I tune out when friends start talking about babies and BTO launches, but that's okay
Experts said this unease stems not from inner conflict but from the scripted expectations we've internalised over the years.
Mental Health Matters: Your body holds stress and trauma. Should you give somatic therapy a try?
Trauma and stress can stay in the body long after one's mind has moved on from an incident, mental health experts said.
