Just last month, the Indian Supreme Court decided to repeal their long-standing Section 377A Penal Code, which criminalises male-to-male sexual activities. With the national celebration of the revocation across India, a fire was, however, sparked in the sunny island of Singapore – a close neighbour that had also suffered under the same colonial stronghold and […]

Just over a week ago, people across the globe sprung from their seats to rejoice at the sensational match between France and Croatia in the World Cup finals of 2018. But what was more captivating than the tournament itself was the 19-year-old French striker, Kylian Mbappé, who was awarded the Fifa Young Player Award for […]

“Why are you still single?” Ahh, a question that I’ve been asked countlessly since I’ve hit the age of 20. Interrogation gets increasingly common as you enter young adulthood – especially with relatives who often probe into the romantic conquests of young, vulnerable lasses. Perhaps they do so in hopes of passing down some words […]

“Your parents will probably faint.” My friend said to me when I first came out to her. But I was not surprised because I knew what was coming. Unfortunately, she was right. My parents will indeed faint or worse, have a heart attack. I can’t help but understand that it must have come as a […]

“I, Tammy Chew, live in Lakeside, and my family and I welcome all stars to come, to return to Long Nan Si, my brothers and sisters, do what should be required.” Holding the joss sticks in between my palms, I bowed and announced my identity in hopes to receive blessings from the gods. It was […]