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(From left) Tara Devi Sivaji, 9; Kanageshwari Muthukumaran, 34; Kriya Devi Sivaji (baby); Ruthra Devi Sivaji, 5; and Muthukumaran Sivaji, 38, welcome the Tamil New Year with smiles.

Preserving Tamil New Year Traditions in Modern Singapore

For primary school teacher Kanageshwari Muthukumaran, 34, this week’s Monday was extra special.

16 Apr 2026 18:50

Mrs Kinnari Bhosale is recovering from a rare disease named Granulomatous Mastitis, a rare, benign inflammatory breast disorder that primarily affects women of reproductive age. It can mimic breast cancer and other inflammatory conditions, making diagnosis challenging.

Kinnari Bhosale: A Mother’s Battle with a Rare Breast Disease

9 Apr 2026 20:54

Singaporeans are facing an energy crisis and rising costs due to the conflict in the Middle East.

The Community Reacts to Support Measures in Response to Middle East Conflict

9 Apr 2026 20:50

PR senior associate Zakkiethunnisa Ziawdeen, 27, and aircraft technician Basheer Ahamed Mohamed Azarudeen, 32, who were matchmade by their families.

Arranged Marriage in Singapore: Met Once, Engaged Two Weeks Later

9 Apr 2026 20:14

Mar Thoma Church Singapore’s Reverend Raj Elias Varghese.

Rev. Raj Elias Varghese’s Miraculous Journey From Life Support to the Pulpit

2 Apr 2026 20:39

AWiCS founding member and LTA principal project manager Vimalatulasi Vetrivel.

AWiCS Founding Member Vimalatulasi Champions Women in the Built Environment Sector

2 Apr 2026 20:38

Mr Gautam Shet and Mrs Namrata Shet with their sons Thasmay and Thashvin.

Two Singaporean Families Show How Children with Down Syndrome Can Thrive

2 Apr 2026 20:36

Mr Selva Naidu with his mahogany field camera.

Advocate, Artist, Arbiter: The Many Facets of Selva Naidu

2 Apr 2026 20:24

Miss Ganeshini Sri Kanthan is currently a senior teacher (education support) at the Singapore Girls’ Home.

Ms Ganeshini Sri Kanthan Teaches Science with Compassion at MSF’s Youth Homes

26 Mar 2026 19:37

Yung Raja at his Maha Co Dosa Bar stall during Wonderfruit in Pattaya, Thailand.

Beyond the Mic: The Many Ventures of Yung Raja

26 Mar 2026 19:29

Mr Hashim with the racket stringing equipment.

Hashim Marecar: Young Racket Stringer Ensures His Father’s Shop Stays “Match-Fit”

24 Mar 2026 13:03

Ms Anitha Tamilmaran interacting with the residents of Cantonment neighbourhod and explaining the designs of her display.

Anitha Tamilmaran’s Festive Labour of Love for Her Neighbours

19 Mar 2026 19:09

Turkish-Malay couple Burak and Yasmin (centre) both 37, celebrate Hari Raya with their four children (from left) Yunus, 3, Hud, 4, Bilal, 8, and Meryem, 6.

Malay-Turkish Couple Burak and Yasmin Welcome Eid with Brood of Four

19 Mar 2026 19:08

Jaspal Sidhu is the founder and chairman of Singapore Intercultural Schools Group of Schools.

Jaspal Sidhu: How a Doorman’s Son Built an Education Empire

19 Mar 2026 19:06

Mr Khoo Yu (right) with his friends at the Jim Corbett National Park; (below) spotting the elusive Bengal tiger and in front of the Hawa Mahal in Jaipur.

Through the Lens: Singapore Photographer Khoo Yu Captures the Colours and Wilderness of India

19 Mar 2026 19:00

Ms Banupriya Ponnarasu receiving that Outstanding Youth in Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Award.

Six Youth Practitioners Honored at Inaugural National Heritage Board (NHB) Awards

19 Mar 2026 18:54

Mr Dhoraisingam Stephen Samuel is a renowned historian who spearheaded efforts to preserve Singapore’s heritage.

Dhoraisingam Stephen Samuel: Veteran Historian of Singapore’s Heritage Dies at 101

17 Mar 2026 17:56

“It was the first time I had ever received such a warning, a missile alert advising everyone to move indoors,” he said. 

Staying Put: Why Some Expats in The Gulf Are Riding Out The Conflict

12 Mar 2026 19:12

Mr Amitabh Mathur (playing the dhol) and other friends receiving Mr Varun Seth at Changi Airport on March 7.

Fear, Sirens and Relief: Singapore Residents Recount Trauma of Being Stranded in Dubai During Iran Conflict

12 Mar 2026 18:36

The Indian Engagement and Development Initiative (INEI), signals a community-led effort to build strong networks and foster a more confident, future-facing Singaporean Indian identity over the next five years.

Indian Engagement and Development Initiative (INEI): New Committee to Take Indian Community Forward

5 Mar 2026 19:51

The Little India Citizen Engagement Project is an effort to document the stories of heritage businesses within the precinct.

Little India Citizen Engagement Project Aims to Preserve Little India’s Legacy and Heritage Businesses

5 Mar 2026 19:46

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