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Gen Z

The self-made intern: Why Gen Zs are self-sourcing internships in the US

A growing number of young Singaporeans are taking charge of their career paths by self-sourcing internships in the US that closely match their interests and ambitions.
A growing number of young Singaporeans are taking charge of their career paths by self-sourcing internships in the US that closely match their interests and ambitions.

Young & Savvy

Beyond doom spending: 6 ways to enjoy life now without shortchanging your future self

Travelling while one is young helps build character and confidence in handling life’s challenges, says the writer.
Travelling while one is young helps build character and confidence in handling life’s challenges, says the writer.

How a Dostoevsky novella took TikTok by storm

The “solitary dreamer” in Fyodor Dostoevsky’s White Nights is resonating with Gen Z readers, like 27-year-old TikTok user Marcelo Nogueira.
The “solitary dreamer” in Fyodor Dostoevsky’s White Nights is resonating with Gen Z readers, like 27-year-old TikTok user Marcelo Nogueira.

Casinos look to sports, spas and street food to attract Gen Zs

When Gen Zs go to Vegas, they are less prone to gamble and more likely to attend shows than older folks.
When Gen Zs go to Vegas, they are less prone to gamble and more likely to attend shows than older folks.

Here today, there tomorrow: Are pop-ups worth it for small businesses?

Outdoor market Artbox Singapore in 2019. The rise of pop-ups coincided with a cultural shift away from ownership-based consumption.
Outdoor market Artbox Singapore in 2019. The rise of pop-ups coincided with a cultural shift away from ownership-based consumption.

More multi-label stores run by Gen Z are popping up. Here are three to check out

A growing class of Gen Z retailers are starting or pivoting to boutiques anchored by a selection of small international labels.
A growing class of Gen Z retailers are starting or pivoting to boutiques anchored by a selection of small international labels.

More graduating youth to benefit from NTUC’s bond-free scholarship with leadership training

NTUC secretary-general Ng Chee Meng (in red) and Senior Parliamentary Secretary Goh Hanyan (right) at the NTUC Youth 21st anniversary appreciation dinner on Aug 19.
NTUC secretary-general Ng Chee Meng (in red) and Senior Parliamentary Secretary Goh Hanyan (right) at the NTUC Youth 21st anniversary appreciation dinner on Aug 19.

How a year-old Hanoi crash exploded into a Gen Z campaign for justice in Vietnam

Screenshot from VTV’s report that showed the state of the BMW involved in a fatal car crash.
Screenshot from VTV’s report that showed the state of the BMW involved in a fatal car crash.

We may be getting requests for better work-life balance all wrong

Younger employees are adjusting to a difficult reality around a longer working life and choosing a more sustainable pace of progress.
Younger employees are adjusting to a difficult reality around a longer working life and choosing a more sustainable pace of progress.

Trump says press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave job at month’s end

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt (right) – the youngest person to be appointed to the role – will leave her role to spend more time with her family.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt (right) – the youngest person to be appointed to the role – will leave her role to spend more time with her family.

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