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Are we ready to talk about race?
Race and racism have been in the headlines recently. Insight looks at why the issue has surfaced, what’s behind the calls to discuss it more openly, and what concerns some have over this approach.
S’pore’s changing urban design an ‘added barrier’ for those with disabilities?
The issue of access has been compounded by the pandemic, as safe management measures put in place to restrict entry points into various areas and buildings sometimes inadvertently close off barrier-free routes for those with mobility challenges.
Culture of Singapore’s smallest Malay sub-group on show at 8-month long exhibition
SINGAPORE – An exhibition showcasing the culture and heritage of the smallest sub-ethnic group in Singapore’s Malay community opens on …
Some rethink BTO plans, current living arrangements
First apply for a Build-To-Order (BTO) flat, then have a wedding three to four years later.
Career Prospects Hampered by Digital Skills Gap
Job hiring practices have shifted online in the light of the pandemic – be it using algorithms to sieve out inappropriate resumes or conducting job interviews virtually.
Tech helps improve lives but also leaves some struggling
Professor Lim Sun Sun, head of humanities, arts and social sciences at SUTD, highlighted the need for inclusion by design in digital solutions, where the needs of every group of society, including people with disabilities, are considered in the planning stages.
A Sustainable Alternative to Blanket Lockdowns
Instead of shutting down whole cities, we can use big data to take a more targeted approach. Blanket lockdowns may be effective, but they are blunt and brutal tools.
Commentary: Laptops for every student – a lot could go wrong
Issues with distraction and unsafe content are real and safeguards must be in place before every student is given a digital device, says …
CNA MoneyMind
How cities can avoid costly lockdowns with smart use of big data
Instead of locking down an entire city, officials can shut down or reconfigure specific locations with a high potential to trigger outbreaks by tapping big data
