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A sweet homecoming

A soot-faced girl steps into the light, clad in a dirty, oversized trench coat, a red baker boy hat perched atop her head. She looks into the crowd with sad, imploring eyes, and then sings the haunting first verse of the famed Claude-Michel Schonberg tune, On My Own.

What is agility to you?

Singapore's top athletes have the winning formula, whether on or off the playing field.

I'm a professional chameleon... so what?

Cheryl Chan, Her World's digital editor, on job-hopping and the art of losing one's self- and then finding it again.

Preeti Nair

Comedian, rapper and podcast host Preeti Nair gets real about mental health, being censored, and losing her father to suicide. Throughout these challenges, she maintains an unwavering determination to keep using her voice for the under-represented.

Learning The Hard Way

She made her first investment when she was 18, and now, aged 33, Seet Shiyan is funding her own company. She tells us how her investment mistakes helped hone her acumen.

Destigmatising Desire

The sexual wellness space Is riddled with taboos and negative connotations. Three women tell us how they're paving the way for more open and informed discussions about sex.

Thriving With Life

Emotional strength is crucial when it comes to _ battling an illness such as_ breast cancer. We speak to survivor Sophia Chin, as well as doctors and a local support group, on how one can find the care and support they need after a diagnosis.

The Realities Of Modern Love

While we often hear about charming meet-cutes and quirky tales of soulmates connecting through unconventional means like Duolingo, the truth is that most of us will encounter numerous road bumps before finding the one’. Her World's features writer, 25-year-old Cheryl Lai-Lim, sheds light on navigating today’s complex and frustrating) world of dating.

Are Singaporeans Still Shopping Pre-Loved?

Fashion enthusiasts have embraced the allure of vintage and pre-loved shopping, as well as the eco-friendly ethos and treasure hunt that it entails. However, despite growing interest locally, Singapore's relatively small market and a gloomy economic outlook may make it difficult for pre-loved platforms to sustain their businesses here.

ART OF COLOUR

We explore the process and benefits of colour analysis, and how you can work this technique into your makeup routine

YOUNG WOMAN ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR - Caecilia Chu is firing up the region's fintech industry with her business savvy

It’s a multi-currency travel wallet that most Singaporeans can’t do without: Youtrip the brainchild of CEO and co-founder Caecilia Chu is a leading mobile fintech platformthathastransformed overseas spending with its products. Learning from failure, says Her World’s Young Woman Achiever, is her secret to success.

WOMAN OF THE YEAR - Professor Jackie Ying is on a tireless mission to solve real-world problems with revolutionary solutions

The renowned and internationally acclaimed scientist 1S effecting socioeconomic change with her research: Her World’s Woman of the Year 2023 winner, Professor Jackie Ying founder of A*Star’s Nanobio Lab and co-founder of Cellbae is indefatigable in her pursuit of ways to improve lives through sectors from biomedical sciences to agritechnologuy.

SHYE

She's cut two albums, won multiple awards, and performed in front of thousands, but 21-year-old home-grown producer and _= singer-songwriter Shye is only just getting started.

JANICE ΚΟΗ Rediscovering her voice

Janice Koh might have lost half her tongue to cancer, but she's not lost her voice. Whether she's on a stage or not, the former performer remains Singapore's most ardent supporter of the arts

A Rising Star - Jasmine Yen Comes Into Her Own

Rather than following her parents' footsteps in acting and modelling, the singer-songwriter is choosing to make a name for herself in the music industry.

Reaching New Heights

Dawa Yangzum Sherpa, a Rolex Testimonee and pioneering Nepali mountaineer, shares how she is empowering other female climbers in a male-dominated community.

Where Worlds Converge

Despite its proximity to political uncertainty, the Georgian capital of Tbilisi is a relatively under-the-radar European destination rich in tradition, art and culture, and home to a thriving food and coffee scene.

Perfect Additions

From Noughties-Inspired Barrettes To Celebrity-Approved Ribbons, Hair Accessories Are Turning Heads On The Runways And Beyond. Hairstylist Manisa Tan Shows Us How To Style These Minimal-effort Accents For Maximum Impact.

My Dirty 30s

Turning 30 is certainly a cause for celebration... But what are we celebrating exactly? In "My Dirty 30s", columnist Samantha Y. reflects on the good, the bad, and the downright ugly truth about what this decade spells for "ageing" millennials like herself.

The Rise Of Therapy Speak At Work

From "Triggered" To "Setting Boundaries" And "Holding Space", Terms That Are Commonly Used During Counselling Sessions Have Infiltrated Our Everyday Vocabulary - But Do They Have A Space In The Workplace?

All Work And No Pay: Do Creatives Really Get The Short End Of The Stick?

People in creative industries often experience being lowballed by employers, mainly because it's hard to put a value on their time and work. With the rise of Al, are livelihoods even further at stake? It's not all bad news, some experts say.

Would You Date Someone Who Earns Less Than You?

They Say Love Conquers All, But Can It Really Overcome Practical Considerations Such As The Earning Power Of A Partner Or Spouse? We Ask Three Women And Two Couples.

Are You In A Parasocial Relationship?

Given How Social Media Has Heightened Our Access To Celebrities, Providing Us With A Glimpse Into Their Lives, It Can Sometimes Feel Like We Know Them Intimately - But That Doesn't Mean We Can Disregard Their Right To Privacy.

THE MAHJONG TEACHER WHO IS CREATING A CULTURAL EXCHANGE

Do you like your job? Or wonder what it would be like if you'd gone against your parents' advice and pursued your dream career? Her World's Career Confessions column spotlights the professional journeys of individuals, revealing how their career path and choices impact their personal finances, psychological health, and interpersonal relationships.

BUILDING BLOCKS

Armed with a relentless fighting spirit, Farizan d'Avezac De Moran has changed Singapore's landscape by being an early advocate of green buildings. Today, the founder of GreenA Consultants has become a powerhouse sustainability consultant in both Asia and Africa, but it's a journey that's come with its fair share of challenges.

SIMPLY SPECTACULAR

The FW 2023 season celebrates statement-making glamour made up of sumptuous textures and larger-than-life silhouettes-but with an undertone of pared-back elegance that's cool and carefree.

Top of the box

When the worlds of fashion and horse racing collide, an unexpectedly delightful collaboration is born.

Making Waves

Never thought there could be a perm for you? You might be surprised to learn that it's easy to find a style that will help you achieve the look you've always wanted.

A Small Light

Former actor turned correspondent Ix Shen, who was based in Ukraine when the Russian-Ukraine War escalated in February 2022, details the power of hope and solidarity through his experiences.

Ready For Take Off

Lynette Tan is blazing a trail in the regional space industry, having put Singapore on the map through her business consultancies, Singapore Space & Technology Limited and Space Faculty.