For the extended conversation, head over to Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5sMSggFn3ihVjy10Ut0L0p Released just a few days ago, Number 1 follows Chow Chee Beng, played by Mark Lee, as he takes up a job as a drag queen after being retrenched from his civil engineer position. The movie scored Mark Lee his first Golden Horse nomination for Best Actor, but it is not without a trail of negative comments by netizens. Find out what netizens said and how Mark Lee felt when he was first notified about his nomination.

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E-Junkies: Mark ‘stole’ Jaspers’ role in Number 1?!

With online harms becoming more prevalent, we wanted to find out what youths thought about the existing measures in Singapore to tackle the issue and how effective the new proposed measures would be. This post is in partnership with Ministry of Law.

Youths in Singapore on online harms | What Do You Think?

"There are times that people ask me how I manage everything, especially with my condition, but honestly, I just take it one step at a time." Growing up with Cleidocranial Dysostosis, Magdalene faced challenges that tested her resilience. Now a 21-year-old nursing student, she pursues her passion for helping others while also raising for awareness and acceptance of invisible disabilities.

Living with Cleidocranial Dysostosis as a nursing student | In The Spotlight

Philip Mehl’s passion for cycling goes far beyond riding; it’s his way of giving back to the community. With a knack for fixing almost anything, Philip offers free bicycle repairs, ensuring anyone who comes to him can keep moving — whether it’s to work, to school, or simply for the joy of cycling. He is also guiding the next generation by teaching polytechnic students about bike maintenance.

Philip Mehl: Cyclist, Repairman, Teacher | Ordinary People

Unexpectedly, Shie Boon stumbled into teaching parkour to the elderly. Founding Movement.sg, he breaks stereotypes by making parkour accessible to participants of all ages. Shie Boon's coaching helps seniors to build strength, balance, and agility — empowering them to reclaim a life of confidence.

Teaching Seniors Parkour | Ordinary People

Who are the MRT workers we don't see? What goes into ensuring your daily commute is smooth?

Behind the scenes with the people who keep our trains moving

Singapore has been driving economic growth through strategic policies and forward-thinking initiatives since its independence. From attracting foreign investments to shaping the Singapore Economy 2030 vision, our nation continues to evolve with the changing global landscape. Learn more about the four key pillars shaping Singapore's future economy and how these strategies will guide us in charting the path towards a vibrant economy with exciting opportunities and good jobs for our enterprises and people. 

This post is brought to you in partnership with Ministry of Trade and Industry.

From Survival to Success — What’s Next for Singapore’s Economy? | TLDR

AsiaOne chats with Jeremy Chan 田铭耀, James Seah 谢俊峰 and Zhu Zeliang 朱泽亮 as they discuss their roles in the new drama The Leftovers 幸存者 releasing in October 2026. Witness the inner workings of Mediacorp’s first dystopian-crime drama and its immersive film set that has left the cast awestruck.

Jeremy Chan, James Seah, Zhu Zeliang on dystopian-crime drama The Leftovers | E-Junkies

Dealing with his father’s death during his final stint in prison, ex-gang leader Whye Kee turned to pottery. What started as an act of creation became a catalyst for change. Today, as a ceramicist, Whye Kee intends to dedicate time to mentoring at-risk youth, using both his personal story and his craft to prove that change is always possible. Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video

Kim Whye Kee: Ex-Gang Leader, Ceramicist, Mentor | Ordinary People

Jeremy Tan is an entrepreneur-turned-politician. Starting from the heart of Joo Chiat, he built his own business from the ground up and later ran as an independent candidate for Mountbatten SMC in GE2025. Jeremy shares more about his journey, as he continues to stay true to his beliefs, neighbourhood, and heart. Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video

Jeremy Tan: Neighbour, Entrepreneur, Friend | Ordinary People

AsiaOne speaks to TVB stars Him Law 羅子溢 and Katy Kung 龔嘉欣 during their visit to Singapore on May 31, where they graced the newly opened StarHub flagship store in Paragon. Hear more about their favourite local food, their upcoming TVB dramas and Him’s fondness for villainous roles. Watch more: https://www.asiaone.com/video