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Building Safer Workplaces

As an increasing number of workplaces are understanding the importance of mental health, we ask three leaders what it will take to move the needle to create environments where we can speak up, challenge the status quo, and have our needs met.

What Beauty Routine Should You Follow If You Have Eczema?

Quinn Chen, co-founder of Singapore beauty brand, Ice's Secret, answers.

A Mid-Career Change Is Not A Crisis

A mid-career switch, while daunting, can be the key to unlocking a more fulfilling and aligned professional life.

It's Cool To Get Cold

Ice baths are popping up around Singapore, waiting for you to take the plunge.

Will joining a breast cancer support group help me with my healing journey?

Emily Goh, senior medical social worker, answers.

PASSION FOR A CAUSE

Rebellion of the academic sort - runs in Anna Yip's blood. The deputy CEO of Singtel Singapore tells us how self-love, confidence, and a passion for tech guide her as she leads one of the nation's most established telecommunications companies into the future.

DRIVING CHANGE

Fuelled by her passion for life and a purpose to serve those in her community, Zoe Zora is championing her cause as a disability and mental health advocate. In this fourth installment of the \"HER WORLD, HER SPARK\" series, Zora shares why it's important to speak up about building a more inclusive society in Singapore.

Shanti Pereira has emerged as a beacon of resilience and triumph

Sprinter Shanti Pereira, 28, is done processing the disappointment of the recent Olympics, where a stress injury in her fibula cut short her run.

Justice Judith Prakash is the legal titan who has paved the way for women's success in law

A flurry of activity has disrupted the staid silence of the Supreme Court Library. Standing between shelves of law volumes, Singapore's first female Judge of Appeal, Justice Judith Prakash, smiles for the camera during a photo shoot for this story.

Dressing For Success

Today's workplace dress codes are more varied than ever, but as the lines blur, we're left wondering: Is dressing down impacting how we show up - and how confident we feel at work?

Power Puff

This '80s skirt trend is popping up on our social media feeds and on the streets.

Is Social Media Really Necessary For Career Success?

Social media platforms are powerful job-hunting and networking tools, but if you don't use them for professional reasons or aren't comfortable posting online, don't worry - there are other ways to improve your career prospects.

PAYING IT FORWARD

When she noticed that women in developing countries were not getting the funding they deserved, Laina Raveendran Greene started Angels of Impact.

FIRING UP SINGAPORE'S INDIE CINEMA SCENE

Nothing makes Karen Tan, co-founder of The Projector, more happy and fulfilled than making a difference to a film-goer's experience. For her, that spells \"f-u-n\" and brings people together. In the third instalment of the \"HER WORLD, HER SPARK\" series, presented in partnership with DBS, we speak to Karen about her journey.

WILLA BELLE

ONG is intentional about building the next blocks of her career

Back For Good

Get ready we are now in the halterneck era.

Stick Sunscreen

Using sunscreen is extremely important to protect our skin from the harmful effects of the sun’s UV rays.

Beyond The 9-To-6

According to Her World's annual What Women Want survey, a staggering seven in 10 women in Singapore are willing to take a pay cut for a job that offers better perks and benefits, with a flexible work schedule being a top priority. Are employers here ready to accept flexible arrangements as part of our lexicon?

Leading Singapore's Sustainable Innovations

In this second instalment of the "HER WORLD, HER SPARK" series, presented in partnership with DBS, we speak to Oh Chu Xian, founder of deep tech start-up Magorium. Determined to make the construction sector a more sustainable one, she's revolutionising it with a new technology that turns plastic waste into sustainable building materials.

What Can You Do With Your CPF Money?

With inflation on the rise and changes to the CPF system, is it worth investing some of your CPF monies to boost your retirement savings?

How They Built Their Dream Bag Wardrobe

Whether you convert an entire room or utilise a section of your home, it all boils down to creativity and clever space planning. We speak to four bag lovers who envisioned a space for their bags and learn why it was a decision that has sparked joy.

MAKING SENSE OF SCENTS ON #PERFUMETOK

We look at how social media is revolutionising the perfume industry worldwide, and changing the way we think about signature fragrances.

WHERE WE BELONG

AS A FAST-DEVELOPING NATION, SINGAPORE HAS UNDERGONE A SIGNIFICANT TRANSFORMATION IN ITS LANDSCAPE SINCE THE 1960S. HOWEVER, THIS CONSTANT EVOLUTION ALSO MEANS THAT THE SIGNIFICANCE OF BUILDINGS AND COMMUNITIES THAT HAVE BECOME PART OF OUR LOCAL IDENTITY IS ALWAYS SHIFTING. IN THIS SPECIAL FEATURE, WE EXPLORE WHAT IT MEANS TO BE PART OF THIS CULTURAL FABRIC FROM THE COMMUNITY THAT KEEPS THE GRASSROOTS ARTS ENCLAVE AT 195 PEARL'S HILL TERRACE ALIVE, TO THE SHOP OWNERS PRESERVING THEIR HERITAGE BUSINESSES IN CONSERVATION AREAS AND WHY THESE CULTURAL SPACES MATTER.

Driven to succeed

From an upstart winner at age 14 to an experienced hand today, 26-year-old Rolex Testimonee and Canadian pro-golfer Brooke Henderson remains determined to prove herself on the field.

LEADING WITH HEART

A well-respected figure in Singapore's legal landscape, Susan Peh balances a demanding career with her dedication to philanthropy and a lifelong passion for the arts, while embracing her all-encompassing role as a busy family woman.

HEAR US OUT

Singapore's local music scene is as diverse as its population. Four up-and-coming homegrown musicians open up about their personal journeys, revealing their inspirations, challenges, and the unique cultural fusion that shapes their music.

SHAZZA - A self-made star who's defying stereotypes

At only 23, Shareefa Aminah, better known as Shazza, has notched quite a few achievements under her belt, including a video of her singing with Canadian pop duo Crash Adams going viral overnight, and getting a nod from Coldplay frontman Chris Martin at their concert earlier this year. The local singer-songwriter tells us her story.

Navigating The Corporate Jungle

Here’s how to spot all the wild animals” and their corresponding behaviours.

Fringe Benefits

Is the trendy cowgirl cut truly a low maintenance hairstyle? Here's what two hairstylists have to say about the look.

Fashion Super Star

Dior’s new face and Newjeans member Haerin discusses the new Denim Dior Oblique line, her personal style, and her favourite Dior items in this Her World exclusive.