Guo Jie Khoo
Society
The secret sauce to Singapore’s clever population? A push for creativity and curiosity
The city-state has re-engineered its education system to produce the world’s smartest citizens in everything from science to the arts. Here’s how they won a gold star.
Affairs
The renovation of the Philippine embassy in Singapore unveils a striking new chancery for overseas nationals
The newest iteration of the Philippine embassy in Singapore not only raises the island nation’s diplomatic profile, but also provides a home away from home for its citizens abroad.
Business
In Singapore, protecting national heritage begins in its shops
As local shops are squezed under economic pressures, the city-state’s National Heritage Board is stepping in to preserve Singaporean national identity.
Art
Change of art: The National Gallery Singapore aims the spotlight at Southeast Asia
The team at this national gallery is showing the world new ways of looking at art.
Business
Inside the Reserve, Singapore’s largest and most stylish vault
Vaults are usually secretive. Yet The Reserve, Singapore’s newest repository for bullion, is gaining an interest by showing off.
