One glimpse of a Singapore Shawl tells you it’s not just another shawl. Each hand-embellished piece has its own unique Singapore story to share – from its flora and fauna to its history, art and culture. But like its products, there’s more to the brand than the name suggests. We speak to its founder, Ms. Shelley Siu, to find out more.  Read More

The General Paper subject (commonly known as GP) taught at Junior College level is often deemed by many to be unteachable. Unlike other subjects such as science or mathematics, GP has no set curriculum, no fixed answers and a seemingly infinite number of topics. But to Miss Kuik Shiao-yin and her fellow teachers at the School of Thought, that is precisely why they find GP to be such a fascinating subject, and also why they set up their own school.  Read More

You may have heard of Fifteen, a UK restaurant-chain started by celebrity chef Jamie Oliver that offers young people, often in need of a break in life, the experience of learning to work in the restaurant business. But did you know there's a social enterprise similar to Fifteen right here in Singapore?   Read More

With its stylishly modern façades and locations in the prime business districts of Singapore, the Alteration Initiative chain of clothing alteration studios appears to be geared towards a well-heeled clientele particular about getting a perfect fit.  Read More

Burdened with the responsibility of having to feed their families back home, foreign domestic workers in Singapore often have to live on a meager allowance with little or no savings. Thanks to a non-profit organisation known as aidha, however, these migrant workers are now able to empower themselves through financial education.  Read More