Longform
The Longform vertical is here for you whenever you need it. Watch this space for passionate op-eds, musings with word counts that are way past social convention, and, if we dare say so ourselves, well-written pieces that offer a glimpse into the perspective of another human. Just click, scroll, and you’re ready to roll.
Hawker Stories on TikTok: Spotlighting Love and Labour
August 30, 2022
Hawker Stories on TikTok: Spotlighting Love and Labour
Influencer Raphael Hugh documents the daily lives of hawkers behind Botak Cantonese Porridge as part of his TikTok series.
A Game Over for E3 is a Game Over for Gamers
July 6, 2022
A Game Over for E3 is a Game Over for Gamers
E3 is slowly on the way out. Problem is, we have yet to find a proper replacement. Here's a look at how it affects gamers.
Deepavali 2021: The Festival of Lights in this Endless Night
November 4, 2021
Deepavali 2021: The Festival of Lights in this Endless Night
Deepavali is a important day for Indian culture in Singapore. Take a closer look at how it's celebrated, particularly in a time of restriction
Dear Singapore: Our 56th Letter to an Old Friend
August 9, 2021
Dear Singapore: Our 56th Letter to an Old Friend
Delayed hopes and overwhelming nostalgia, here's a letter to our very dear old Singapore, who's turning 56 this year.
4 Years of Combating Social Inequality and Empowering the Underdogs: Glyph Community
July 29, 2021
4 Years of Combating Social Inequality and Empowering the Underdogs: Glyph Community
Established in 2017, Glyph Community celebrates their 4th anniversary this year, as they tackle inequality in Singapore.
Earth Hour 2021: Brew your Own ‘Kosong Plan’ to Save Our Home, Our Planet
April 22, 2021
Earth Hour 2021: Brew your Own ‘Kosong Plan’ to Save Our Home, Our Planet
It's time to help the environment and you can do so by brewing your own Kosong Plan — a unique Singaporean effort from WWF.
DBS Bank and Mediacorp Join Forces for the Ultimate Battle: The Fight Against Food Waste
April 6, 2021
DBS Bank and Mediacorp Join Forces for the Ultimate Battle: The Fight Against Food Waste
DBS Bank and Mediacorp have joined forces to fight against food waste with their new series on CNA's YouTube, shining a light on the issue.
Dare To Share: It’s time we took a look at Male Mental Health
February 26, 2021
Dare To Share: It’s time we took a look at Male Mental Health
Mental health remains a big stigma for males. To ease its prevalence, a team created Dare To Share, a campaign that aims to set the record straight on it.
Discreet Lens for Discreet Filming: Looking at how normalising sexual harressment has made injustice prevalent today
July 28, 2020
Discreet Lens for Discreet Filming: Looking at how normalising sexual harressment has made injustice prevalent today
Discreet Lens is wanting to spark a conversation about sexual harassment and injustice, issues systemic in Singapore. But here's how it could make it worse.
Answering the call: Expara launches VirTech Global Accelerator Programme to uplift promising startups against the COVID-19 disruption
June 24, 2020
Answering the call: Expara launches VirTech Global Accelerator Programme to uplift promising startups against the COVID-19 disruption
After searching through over 300 applicants, 16 promising startups were selected for the Expara VirTech Global Accelerator programme to be groomed and invested in.