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Breaking Barriers: How Perky Lash’s founder went from humble beginnings to industry trailblazer

Balancing motherhood, business, and team growth, Jasmin Tay, Founder, Perky Lash shares how empathy, grit, and a no-hard-sell approach helped turn her beauty brand into an industry game-changer.

08 May 2025
• Sarah Gideon

SM Teo Chee Hean on why Asia must lead the global fight against climate change

At Ecosperity Week 2025, Senior Minister Teo highlighted the need for regional cooperation, clean energy infrastructure, and sustainable finance to drive climate action in Asia.

08 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

Up the ranks: Aparna Kondaboina to lead HR for Microsoft’s customers and partners solutions in India & South Asia

Microsoft has named new leaders across its India & South Asia region, with Aparna Kondaboina stepping into a key HR role, and Nitin Mittal and Himani Agrawal taking up strategic business leadership positions.

08 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

36% of workers take fewer sick days when working in a hybrid model

In addition, 74% of hybrid workers have made use of their time for preventative healthcare treatments, including regular screenings and check-ups.

07 May 2025
• Tracy Chan

Faces of HR: Kerry's EX Lead Reena Talla on the most important traits of rewards leaders of today

She talks about why rewards leaders need to combine AI proficiency with deep empathy — and how flexibility and personalisation are shaping a smarter, more human approach to total rewards.

06 May 2025
• Priya Sunil

Greater focus on green economy could significantly impact regional economic growth, jobs & livelihoods, and more in SEA

A new report highlights how wider collaboration between SEA and APAC can take the green economy further, by leveraging on similar concerns, trade relations, investment flows and energy transition synergies.

06 May 2025
• Sarah Gideon

Gates Foundation and Climate Bridge to set up offices in Singapore

Both companies see Singapore as a strategic and progressive region to develop their plans for Southeast Asian markets and beyond.

06 May 2025
• Colette Wong

Hong Kong’s 2024/25 tax returns for individuals have been sent out

The Inland Revenue Department encourages taxpayers to file their tax returns through eTAX to ensure they reach the IRD in time.

06 May 2025
• Tracy Chan

Boring Engineering’s director pleaded guilty and fined HK$90,000 for violating Employment Ordinance

The ruling sends a strong message to employers to pay the wages and the sum awarded by the Labour Tribunal/Minor Employment Claims Adjudication Board within the statutory time limit.

05 May 2025
• Tracy Chan

Malaysia's economy holds steady amid global uncertainty: DOSM

The employment-to-population ratio improved to 68.5% in February 2025, and the Labour Force Participation Rate edged up to 70.7%, reflecting stronger market inclusivity.

05 May 2025
• Sarah Gideon

Faces of HR: Paxel's Head of People Experience on adapting effectively and leading with empathy

Laura Magdalena, Head of People Experience, believes that empathy helps others to understand context, build trust, and make better decisions — a quality that no tool or technology can ever replace in HR.

05 May 2025
• Sarah Gideon

Singapore forms new Free Trade Agreement with Pacific Alliance with aim to achieve high-quality business partnerships

This agreement establishes a modern, high-quality and mutually beneficial economic partnership that seeks to cater to today’s business needs and contemporary realities.

05 May 2025
• Colette Wong

Up the ranks: Stavia Dexterina takes on HRBP role for Northern Asia & Group Function Asia at Orica

In her new role, Dexter will support growth in the North Asia region while driving HR strategy execution across Asia.

05 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

Brace for delays: Heavy traffic expected at land checkpoints over Vesak Day long weekend

Immigration clearance may take hours, and Singapore's ICA advises motorists and bus travellers to use QR codes instead of passports for a quicker process.

05 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

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3 tips for hiring managers to conduct successful interviews

Leaders should train your hiring managers to exercise care and sensitivity when communicating with individuals from diverse backgrounds and demographics such as age, marital status or family responsibilities.

05 May 2025
• Contributor

How global cities rank on the Smart City Index 2025

Zurich, Oslo, and Geneva lead the global list, while Singapore holds steady as Asia’s top-performing smart city, according to IMD.

02 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

NTUC’s e2i launches 'SMARTER' initiative aiming to boost career support for senior PMETs

The new initiative aims to help mature workers navigate the evolving job landscape with tailored support and inclusive hiring pathways.

02 May 2025
• Umairah Nasir

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3 tips for hiring managers to conduct successful interviews

From scarcity to skills: 3 shifts redefining recruitment in Singapore

Join us for an exclusive discussion: How CIOs & CHROs can shape the AI workforce

Balancing flexibility, culture, and compliance: A regional approach to modern work arrangements

HR's strategic role in navigating Southeast Asia's growth opportunities

Breaking Barriers: How Perky Lash’s founder went from humble beginnings to industry trailblazer

Faces of HR: Kerry's EX Lead Reena Talla on the most important traits of rewards leaders of today

Faces of HR: Paxel's Head of People Experience on adapting effectively and leading with empathy

Malaysia extends WFH policy to public service officials during upcoming ASEAN Summit 2025

Ocean Empire Food Shop closes all stores and terminates all employees’ contracts immediately

Malaysia to consider special business package to tackle impact of US tariffs

SM Teo Chee Hean on why Asia must lead the global fight against climate change

Hong Kong’s 2024/25 tax returns for individuals have been sent out

Breaking Barriers: How Perky Lash’s founder went from humble beginnings to industry trailblazer

SM Teo Chee Hean on why Asia must lead the global fight against climate change

Up the ranks: Aparna Kondaboina to lead HR for Microsoft’s customers and partners solutions in India & South Asia

36% of workers take fewer sick days when working in a hybrid model

Faces of HR: Kerry's EX Lead Reena Talla on the most important traits of rewards leaders of today

Greater focus on green economy could significantly impact regional economic growth, jobs & livelihoods, and more in SEA

Gates Foundation and Climate Bridge to set up offices in Singapore

Hong Kong’s 2024/25 tax returns for individuals have been sent out

Boring Engineering’s director pleaded guilty and fined HK$90,000 for violating Employment Ordinance

Malaysia's economy holds steady amid global uncertainty: DOSM

Faces of HR: Paxel's Head of People Experience on adapting effectively and leading with empathy

Singapore forms new Free Trade Agreement with Pacific Alliance with aim to achieve high-quality business partnerships

Up the ranks: Stavia Dexterina takes on HRBP role for Northern Asia & Group Function Asia at Orica

Brace for delays: Heavy traffic expected at land checkpoints over Vesak Day long weekend

3 tips for hiring managers to conduct successful interviews

How global cities rank on the Smart City Index 2025

NTUC’s e2i launches 'SMARTER' initiative aiming to boost career support for senior PMETs