Laili Abdeen, Author at RICE

I write scenes, not generalities. I’ll paint you a picture in an article or a poem as long as we dive into the details. Minor detail about me? I’m your go-to hijabi writer who spends her days dissecting Taylor Swift lyrics.

10 Articles

Government & Politics

The Woman Behind ‘Nagen’ Nagaenthran — His Sister Fights On

The Woman Behind ‘Nagen’ Nagaenthran — His Sister Fights On

Sarmila, sister of death row inmate, 'Nagen' Dharmalingam, shares what life has been like in the decade since he was imprisoned.

by Laili Abdeen

March 30, 2022

Former Women Soldiers of SAF on What Jack Neo Got Wrong

Former Women Soldiers of SAF on What Jack Neo Got Wrong

You've heard the scathing reviews, but have you heard the stories of the real SAF women soldiers?

by Laili Abdeen

February 11, 2022

Singaporeans Abroad

Meet Chris, the Singaporean Learning Chinese on a Remote British Island

Meet Chris, the Singaporean Learning Chinese on a Remote British Island

Chris was never fond of Mandarin growing up. But he finds himself taking Chinese now in Jersey, UK after developing his own relationship with languages.

by Laili Abdeen

January 21, 2022

Singapore, Unfiltered

Social Media Tell-Alls Won’t Fix Toxic Workplaces

Social Media Tell-Alls Won’t Fix Toxic Workplaces

Rarely do social media exposés fix the problems of a toxic workplace. If online tell-alls won't help shift the needle, what will?

by Laili Abdeen

December 27, 2021

The Perils of Pretty Privilege: BBFAs On HardwareZone Speak Out

The Perils of Pretty Privilege: BBFAs On HardwareZone Speak Out

Hidden in the depths of HardwareZone’s tech reviews is a bustling forum for Singapore's loneliest singles.

by Laili Abdeen

December 8, 2021

Districts

What Singapore’s Largest Therapeutic Garden Teaches Us About Special Needs

What Singapore’s Largest Therapeutic Garden Teaches Us About Special Needs

As Singapore's newest therapeutic gardens enthrals the senses, our writer asks what vision it paints for special needs, play and school?

by Laili Abdeen

November 25, 2021

Singapore, Unfiltered

Singapore’s Unseen Singles on Finding Love and Second Chances

Singapore’s Unseen Singles on Finding Love and Second Chances

What does the 'single' label mean for divorcees, widows or widowers looking for love and second chances?

by Laili Abdeen

November 12, 2021

The Polarising Opinions of Muslim Women About Nurses in Hijab

The Polarising Opinions of Muslim Women About Nurses in Hijab

Come 1st Nov, Singapore nurses are now permitted to wear the Hijab to work. Though an occasion to celebrate, the decision is not without its fair share of polarised opinions.

by Laili Abdeen

October 29, 2021

Why Aren’t Singaporeans More Invested and Involved In Palliative Care?

Why Aren’t Singaporeans More Invested and Involved In Palliative Care?

Puan Intan tells us how palliative care is more than hospices and healthcare professionals.

by Laili Abdeen

October 1, 2021

Singaporeans Tell Us Why TV sitcom, FRIENDS, Is Still a Thing in 2021

Singaporeans Tell Us Why TV sitcom, FRIENDS, Is Still a Thing in 2021

From adult friendships to problematic jokes, do Singaporeans think the classic sitcom, FRIENDS, has aged well?

by Laili Abdeen

September 15, 2021