The human family and our planet all depend on water for our survival. Yet, 2 billion people lack safe water today. To raise awareness about this critical resource, the world comes together every year on 22 March to celebrate: World Water Day. This year is all about groundwater – making the invisible, visible. Here are 4 things you need to know about groundwater and the Day: 1. Core Focus is to Achieve Water and Sanitation for All World Water Day celebrates water and raises awareness … [Read more...]
Women’s Input in Building the Future of Business in Singapore
February 13, 2022 by
Although gender balance has been seen only as a women’s issue, it is also a business issue. According to a recent study by McKinsey Global Institute, it is estimated that if women in Asia-Pacific were accorded equal opportunity at work, they would generate an additional GDP annually that would be the same as an economy the size of both Germany and Austria put together. Besides the economic contribution, women in leadership are practical role models of change and progress among their … [Read more...]
The Best Modern Kurti Styles
December 26, 2019 by
If you are interested in modern Indian fashion, there’s little chance you don’t want or already have a kurti. The comfortable and stylish attire is very versatile and well suited for different needs. It could explain why this attractive apparel has traveled around the globe. The changing kurti trends with its increasing popularity offer more options for wearers. There are so many styling options available that it is impossible not to find a great fit. So, what are some of the most recent kurti … [Read more...]
15 Unusual Things to Do in Malaysia
November 13, 2019 by
There are very few countries in the whole world that could provide you with the same experience you’d get from visiting Malaysia. As you set to explore this country, you’re bound to find a unique experience you wouldn’t find anywhere else. It’s not a wonder that it’s one of the world’s top tourist destinations, after all, it has an unusual blend of majestic nature and landscapes, state-of-art modernity, antique heritage, and diverse culture of many ethnicities, religions, and backgrounds. This … [Read more...]
Divorce/Child Custody in Singapore – Things you Need to Know
October 11, 2018 by
Divorce is a universal concept that is familiar across the globe, and one that can also have an incredibly destabilizing impact on families (and particularly young children). There’s even evidence to suggest that this may be a growing concern in Singapore, with the total number of marital dissolution having risen by 2.9% between 2014 and 2015. In this post, we’ll focus primarily on the issue of child custody during a divorce while looking at the key considerations for parents as they go … [Read more...]
Women’s Health and the Government Measures in Singapore
November 21, 2017 by
There is no doubt that Singapore has taken a very short time to become a developed country. One of the beneficiaries of this transformation are women, who have now taken greater roles in the society. According to Immigration to Singapore Service, more women from outside Singapore are seeking permanent residency to join the ever-growing number of citizens who are women. However, the pressure from traditional family roles seems to be a major hindrance for women in the country. This conflict is … [Read more...]
World population projected to reach 11.2 billion by 2100
July 3, 2017 by
World population projected to reach 9.8 billion in 2050, and 11.2 billion in 2100 The current world population of 7.6 billion is expected to reach 8.6 billion in 2030, 9.8 billion in 2050 and 11.2 billion in 2100, according to a new United Nations report launched on 21 June. With roughly 83 million people being added to the world’s population every year, the upward trend in population size is expected to continue, even assuming that fertility levels will continue to decline. The World … [Read more...]
