US abandonment of Palestinian statehood signals diplomatic decoupling
Hong Kong equities rise on supply chain signal from carmakers
China EV battery giant eyes Hong Kong capital raise
Chrome privacy lawsuit class action dismissed over user consent
S&P 500 rises on US-China trade optimism and Tesla rally
Jetstar Asia closure Singapore signals macro strain on regional aviation
Gaza aid delivery failure exposes deeper sovereign risk fracture
Asian stocks rise on U.S.-China trade talks market reaction
Oil price drop reveals deeper demand fragility
Chinatown business closures Singapore reflect deeper cultural loss
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Tesla robotaxi launch targets June 22 start
Elon Musk has marked June 22 as the tentative start for public robotaxi rides. For a decade, Tesla has teased full self-driving as...
Immigration enforcement protests US military response spreads nationwide
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Are reunions good for mental health or just nostalgic traps?
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Teen play still matters more than you think
We tend to think of play as a childhood thing—Legos on the floor, fairy wings in the dress-up box, playground slides at recess....
Private market access for retail investors comes with new risks
If you’ve seen the words “private equity” and “retirement fund” in the same sentence lately, you’re not alone. What used to be an...
Why the US labor market isn’t as strong as it looks
The May payroll report looked solid—at first. Headline figures showed 139,000 jobs added, a notch above consensus expectations. But deeper in the release,...
The hidden dangers of cross-border property deals
It started with what looked like a promising investment pitch. By the time the truth surfaced, a Singaporean couple had lost nearly S$300,000—with...
Why psychological richness beats snap judgments
How many times did you call something “good” or “bad” today? We don’t notice it, but we’re constantly sorting our world. Blue skies...
Americans are finally saving almost what they’re supposed to for retirement
So, apparently we’re doing it. After decades of scary charts, guilt-trip headlines, and “you’ll work till you die” TikToks, Americans are finally saving...
How to co-lead with a difficult partner
You don’t need therapy. You need clarity. That’s what I often say when two co-founders sit across from me, unsure whether they’re in...
Why solo travelling got more expensive?
Booking a solo flight used to be the frugal traveler’s best move. But for those flying within the United States today, traveling alone...
Why pasta tastes better at restaurants
You order the tagliatelle. It arrives steaming, glossy, perfectly swirled. You twirl a forkful and take that first bite—and suddenly, your pantry pasta...
Why consumers still choose dairy for protein content
Why performance-minded consumers are quietly returning to the original recovery drink. Trendy cartons of oat, almond, and macadamia milk now dominate the grocery...
Mortgage rate 2025 forecast
When the Federal Reserve began trimming interest rates last year, many homebuyers anticipated a swift drop in borrowing costs. But that hoped-for relief...
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Why private markets are entering the 401(k) space
A seismic shift is underway in retirement planning. One of the largest 401(k) providers in the US is now opening the door to...
How organizational ethics and diversity of thought drive true performance
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Health benefits of walking
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Common financial mistakes during divorce
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Why B2B storytelling in technical industries outperforms specs
Some teams still think the fastest way to earn credibility is to lead with data, certifications, and compliance specs. In technical industries—where precision...
US-China nationalism and xenophobia threaten economic stability
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Cats communicate with humans better now
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Regenerative resilience for leaders
It’s easy to mistake stoicism for strength. But beneath the surface of steady leadership, it’s often exhaustion—not equanimity—that’s being held in place. And...
Common estate planning mistakes and how to avoid them
Despite the growing accessibility of legal tools and online templates, many people still sidestep the basics of estate planning. It’s not just forgetfulness—it’s...
How to avoid doomscrolling at your workplace
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The rising trend of solo dining and why it's no longer considered taboo
It’s a Saturday night in Seoul, and the izakaya is packed. Between the chatter of groups clinking glasses, a woman settles into the...
Parenting tweens, preteens and teens with confidence
As kids near the double digits, their emotional and physical shifts can outpace our expectations. Hair appears where there was none. Voices crack...
Executive interview strategy that gets you hired
What’s more frustrating than being underqualified? Being the ideal fit—on paper and in practice—and still coming in second. For seasoned leaders, the real...
Financial planning for millennials during recessions
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Coffee and healthy ageing: What the new study gets right
Coffee is back in the health conversation. But this time, it's not about energy—it's about ageing. A new cohort study published in The...
Avoiding the 401(k) hierarchy trap in long-term planning
Most professionals grow up on the same playbook: grab the full 401(k) match, max out a Roth IRA, then—if you’re diligent—circle back to...