Download or read book Hard at Work written by Gerard Sasges and published by National University of Singapore Press. This book was released on 2019 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For most of us, work is a basic daily fact of life. But that simple fact encompasses an incredibly wide range of experiences. Hard at Work takes readers into the day-to-day work experiences of more than fifty working people in Singapore who hold jobs that run from the ordinary to the unusual: from ice cream vendors, baristas, police officers and funeral directors to academic ghostwriters, temple flower sellers, and Thai disco girl agents. Through first-person narratives based on detailed interviews, vividly augmented with color photographs, Hard at Work reminds us of the everyday labor that continually goes on around us, and that every job can reveal something interesting if we just look closely enough. It shows us too the ways inequalities of status and income are felt and internalized in this highly globalized society.
Download or read book Living in a Garden written by Timothy Auger and published by Editions Didier Millet. This book was released on 2013 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In June 1963, Singapore’s prime minister planted a tree to mark the beginning of a sustained campaign to enhance the city state’s appearance. No one could have anticipated the transformation that followed. This is the story of that process. Now, 50 years later, highly urbanized Singapore enjoys a green network of nature reserves, large and small parks, tree-lined streets and community gardens that is the envy of other big cities. Singapore has had to make tough decisions. Land is scarce. There are trade-offs between maintaining the island’s rich, natural biodiversity and public demands for housing and infrastructure appropriate to the 21st century. Nevertheless, the National Parks Board, and its partners in the public, private and civic sectors, continue to strive to keep Singapore green. Lavishly illustrated, the book shows how Singapore aims to be a ‘City in a Garden’, reminding us that the community must engage with the greening ‘mission’, if this great achievement is to continue.
Download or read book Living in Singapore written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Living with Myths in Singapore written by Kah Seng Loh and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Singapore At Home Life Across Lines written by Isha B and published by Kitaab. This book was released on 2021-06-18 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories from Singapore at Home: Life across Lines offer a rare glimpse into the lives of a diverse cross-section of the island-state's residents, and invite us into their most intimate space-home. Immigrants, migrants, expats, settled generations bring us into their bedrooms, balconies, kitchens and other spaces, their heartaches, traumas, dreams and desires. In so doing, they reshape their life experiences and their relationships with those whom they share their home. The writers featured in this anthology include Isha B., Azeena Badarudeen, Ilya Katrinnada Binte Zubaidi, Arathi Devandran, Dia Feng-Lowe, Surinder Kaur, Ken Lye, Cecilia Mahendran, Gargi Mehra, Kalpana Mohan, Clara Mok, Payal Morankar, Vanessa Ng Q.R., Rolinda Onates Española, Anna Onni, Anjali Patil, Ranjani Rao, Aparna Das Sadhukhan, Euginia Tan, Audrey Tay and Phyllis Wong. About the Editors Pallavi Narayan has worked in academia and book publishing in Singapore and India. She is a PhD in Literature and holds a Diploma in Creative Writing. Iman Fahim Hameed has worked in academia in Singapore, is pursuing her MSc in Public Health, reports on global health issues for a UK-based charity, and writes poetry and vignettes.
Download or read book Living in Singapore 16th Edition Reference Guide written by American Association of Singapore and published by American Association of Singapore. This book was released on 2023-06-17 with total page 516 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Living in Singapore is the bible for anybody living in Singapore. Truly - everything you want to know about life on the Little Red Dot is in here. Want to know how to rent a Black & White house? How to hire a helper? What sports your kids can do? Check. Check. And Check! Chapters include: - The Big Move - Settling In - Education - Food & Dining - Health & Wellness - Shopping - Transportation & Driving - Running the Household - Life with Kids - Life as an Adult - Activities, Sports & Nature - Arts & Culture - Business & Career - Regional Travel
Download or read book Housing the Nation a Singapore Policy Story written by Kim Hin / David Ho and published by Partridge Publishing Singapore. This book was released on 2020-12-17 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chapter 1 takes a close look at a unique and state-of-the-art dynamic, structural public housing macroeconomic model (DSPHM), based on an open economy for several key macroeconomic variables, actual and expected, as well as the demand for new HDB flats sold. This Chapter readily adopts the DSPHM for simulating two scenarios, namely a “no change” first scenario and a public housing “deregulation” second scenario. Chapter 2 explores the relationship between several economic factors and the demand for public housing in Singapore and Hong Kong, deploying the innovative and versatile system dynamics model, to shed better understanding on the policy implications of assisted ownership housing. The Chapter assesses the demand for new flats of the Singapore and Hong Kong economies, under certain macroeconomic policy changes, suitable for their unique situations. Chapter 3 is concerned with the underlying structural relationships that affect Singapore’s public housing policy to potentially privatize the HDB concessionary-rate mortgages for HDB homebuyers. Such a potential privatization infuses and sustains price competitiveness among the domestic private banks in Singapore, and lead to improved efficiency among them as well as the Singapore economy at large. Chapter 4 is concerned with the binomial option-pricing model, proposed by Cox, Ross and Rubinstein (1979), which is appropriate to represent the movement of the underlying HDB resale flat prices, subject to private market forces in HDB’s large scale public housing secondary resale market. The HDB Main Upgrading Program (MUP) is a heavily subsidized and highly targeted public housing policy. Since its inception in 1992, the HDB has budgeted some S$3 billion to finance the MUP policy. Chapter 5 recognizes housing affordability to be always an issue of concern to many Singaporean homebuyers because shelter forms one of the basic life necessities. The corresponding private residential market in Singapore offers quality and premium private residential accommodation for homebuyers, who prefer the private residential market. The appropriate affordability model is a multi-factor housing affordability index (HAI) model, which considers the ability to provide down payment and to service the mortgage taken up. Lastly, Chapter 6 offers the book’s conclusion.
Download or read book The Bare Life of Thai Migrant Workmen in Singapore written by Pattana Kitiarsa and published by Silkworm Books. This book was released on 2014-01-05 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Transnational labor migration often begins with the dream of securing a more stable and prosperous future, a chance to survive. The lure of “global cities” as a place to attain that dream looms large within the context of rural-urban migration flows. This book reveals some of the complex phenomena and processes that strip bare the lives and dreams of migrant workers living abroad, whose life experiences are overwhelmingly dominated by stress and suffering and diminished gendered roles. The book illuminates the intimate aspects of how Thai male migrants have transcended their harsh reality while living under Singapore’s strict regulations governing foreign workers. Stripped bare of the powerful sociocultural, economic, and legal processes that govern their existence at home, these men must recraft their gendered selfhoods, identities, and sensibilities. Using personal and interpretive ethnography, the book explores how popular music, sports, religious beliefs, cultural traditions, sexual desire, and intimacy are refashioned by appropriating cultural and symbolic capital into new cultural experiences. It also provides an extensive look at the sudden unexplained nocturnal death syndrome (SUNDS) among young healthy Thai construction workers in Singapore. The author’s in-depth analyses of migrant social life and male migrant gendered identitynegotiating processes provide an invaluable contribution to our understanding of labor transnationalism in the Southeast Asian context. Highlights An important contribution to studies of the masculinization of migration Provides ample insight into the lived experience of migrant workers Explores an often forgotten side of labor migration, that of sexual intimacy Adds a rich, detailed understanding of “village transnationalism”
Download or read book Political Legitimacy and Housing written by Beng-Huat Chua and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-09-11 with total page 195 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Singapore's successful public housing programme is a source of political legitimacy for the ruling People's Action Party. Beng-Huat Chua accounts for the success of public housing in Singapore and draws out lessons for other nations. Housing in Singapore, he explains in this incisive analysis, is seen neither as a consumer good (as in the US) nor as a social right (as in the social democracies of Europe). The author goes on to look at the ways in which Singapore's planners have dealt with the problems of creating communities in a modern urban environment. He concludes that the success of the public housing programme has done much for Singapore.
Download or read book Singapore Housing written by Belinda K. P. Yuen and published by NUS Press. This book was released on 1998-12-31 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Singapore housing has often been held up as a success story, especially the development of its public housing. This book aims to document the research and publication on this aspect of Singapore's development. Covering the periods prior to and after 1960, the annotated bibliography brings together in one volume both published and unpublished works.
Download or read book Singapore 1819 written by Kennie Ting and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Life Is Not Complete Without Shopping written by Chua Beng Huat and published by Flipside Digital Content Company Inc.. This book was released on 2013-07-15 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the cliches that Singaporeans hold most dear is that their lives are a pursuit of the five c's: cash, cars, condominiums, credit cards, and club memberships. Over the last thirty years, Singaporeans have become accustomed to ever-increasing levels of consumption. Singapore's PAP government has 'delivered the goods', and this is recognized as a prime reason for its legitimacy. But what is the culture of this consumption? What does shopping say about Singapore society?
Download or read book A Guide to Relocating to Singapore written by William Jones and published by Mamba Press. This book was released on 2023-07-24 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you considering a life-changing move to the bustling and vibrant city of Singapore? "A Guide to Relocating to Singapore: Your Path to a Vibrant Life in the Lion City" is your comprehensive companion to making the Lion City your new home. Singapore, a global hub of culture, commerce, and innovation, offers endless opportunities for personal and professional growth. But embarking on this journey requires preparation and a deep understanding of the city's unique culture, lifestyle, and systems. In this meticulously crafted guidebook, you'll find everything you need to know about moving to, living in, and thriving in Singapore. From navigating the immigration process and securing housing to embracing the diverse culture and building a fulfilling social network, this book covers it all. Inside "A Guide to Relocating to Singapore," you'll discover: Practical Guidance: Clear, step-by-step instructions on visa applications, finding accommodation, and setting up your new life in Singapore. Cultural Insights: In-depth exploration of Singapore's rich multicultural tapestry, helping you adapt to your new surroundings with ease and respect. Financial Strategies: Expert advice on budgeting, managing expenses, and optimizing your finances for a stable and prosperous life in the Lion City. Social Integration: Tips and strategies for making friends, building connections, and forging meaningful relationships with locals and fellow expats. Career Opportunities: Guidance on navigating the Singaporean job market, advancing your career, and pursuing professional development. Healthcare, Education, and Lifestyle: Insightful information on healthcare options, education for children, and how to savor the best of Singapore's cultural and recreational offerings. Overcoming Challenges: Practical advice for addressing common challenges like homesickness, language barriers, and work-related stress while fostering resilience and adaptability. Appendix of Resources: A handy reference section featuring government contacts, expat communities, legal resources, and much more to support your journey. Whether you're moving to Singapore for work, education, or personal reasons, "A Guide to Relocating to Singapore" equips you with the knowledge and strategies to make your transition smooth and successful. Embrace this opportunity to thrive in the Lion City, create lasting memories, and embark on a vibrant new chapter in your life. Get ready to explore Singapore, the city of possibilities, and unlock the potential for an exciting, enriching life in the heart of Southeast Asia. Your adventure begins here.
Download or read book 90 Years in Singapore written by Irene Lim and published by Pagesetters Services Pte Ltd. This book was released on with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Irene Lim writes vividly about her life, family and friends over a period of 90 years. Except for a few years spent in Bukit Mertajam, Penang during the Japanese Occupation, Irene’s account is also a small Singapore Story.
Download or read book Singapore s Ageing Population written by Wing-Cheong Chan and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2011-05-25 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A rapidly ageing population is the most significant demographic issue confronting Singapore in our lifetime. This has created new and increasing demands on Singapore's healthcare system and on the families of the older adults. The challenge is in providing a system of care that is humane, effective and sustainable financially. This requires coordination between state funded providers, the family and the community. This book offers a multi-disciplinary perspective by researchers from various disciplines such as medicine, sociology, anthropology and law on managing healthcare and end-of-life decisions in Singapore. Providing information and suggestions for better policy formulation towards the aged, this book is an invaluable resource for policy makers, serivce practitioners and scholars working on Asian gerontology.
Download or read book How to Live Like a Crazy Rich Asian written by Philip Choo and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Indulge in the fantastical lifestyle through this vibrant coffee table book! Philip Choo has been running a Crazy Rich Asians tour in Singapore since 2014—and this book will transport you directly there! Being a local, he has insider knowledge of real-life Singaporeans who have inspired characters and places featured in the movie, as well as tons of fun facts about the country and culture. Being the creator of the first Crazy Rich Asians tour, he was even invited by Singapore tourism board to host media and influencers prior to the movie launch. Packed with gorgeous photos, and features on beautiful clothes, homes, food, weddings, parties, and extra sidebars with local gossip (can you guess which is fact or fiction?), you'll learn the ins and outs of all things Singapore!
Download or read book Living the Singapore Story written by Suk-Wai Cheong and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
