Tag: Women’s Life
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Once excluded from PE, now a national athlete: Meet Singapore’s only female national wheelchair rugby player
Nur Sabrina Suhaimi needs a cane and brace to walk short distances because of a rare genetic neurological disorder that weakens her muscles over time. In a rugby wheelchair, she flies across the court, crashing into opponents in a sport once known as murderball.
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From punchline to plotline: Menopause is finally having its pop culture moment
From TV shows to pop music and manga, menopause is increasingly being portrayed honestly rather than for laughs. Experts say this shift is helping midlife women feel seen and society better understand this life stage.
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This Singaporean’s cute cat guitar pickguards have found fans worldwide – even metalheads love them
She started by painting the pickguard of an old bass guitar she bought on Carousell. Today, Julia Becker’s business ThreeStools has gone viral, attracted customers around the world and built up a two-month waitlist for custom orders.
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It’s 2026 – why are brands still objectifying women to sell e-bikes, air-conditioners and more?
From Chinese e-bikes to TVs and air-conditioners, sexually objectifying ads continue to spark backlash. Their persistence reflects how readily women’s bodies are still used to grab attention.
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Being intimate during your period: What doctors say about the benefits and risks
Some women may feel more in the mood during their period despite experiencing cramps and discomfort. Doctors explain why, along with the benefits, risks and precautions of being intimate during menstruation.
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She spent decades alone with a rare genetic condition – now she’s building a community for others like her
It took decades for Yessika Sutawijaya to meet another person with neurofibromatosis. The experience inspired the 45-year-old to co-found a support group so others with the rare condition can find the support and community she never had.
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Singapore designer Faezah Shaharuddin is taking Malay cultural references to the world through furniture
From Onde and Agar to Biskut, the Studio Kallang founder draws on childhood memories and Southeast Asian craft traditions to create furniture rooted in her own cultural experience.
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She quit school twice. Her horror art studio nearly closed. Now, its neon art jams book out most weekends
An IP student at an elite school, Merida Lim left with only a PSLE certificate to open a horror-themed art studio at 19. When it nearly closed, she pivoted to neon art jams and the business now generates five figures in monthly revenue. This is the first instalment of CNA Women’s Gen Z series.
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‘Literally born into it’: Given up for adoption at birth, Anita Fam found her life’s purpose in helping others
As she steps down after eight years as president of the National Council of Social Service, Anita Fam reflects on the experiences that shaped her life, from her adoption as a baby to decades of volunteering and service.
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This single mum returned to school at 40 – sharing polytechnic life with her teenage son
Sharifah Radhia returned to school at 40, spending a year studying at Temasek Polytechnic alongside her 18-year-old son Muhammad Abbas. Though in different courses, they supported each other through the shared challenges of assignments and exams.
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