Nadine Lee, Author at RICE

15 Articles

Grindsets

‘Why Would I Do Anything Else?’: The People Finding Joy in Working on Public Holidays

‘Why Would I Do Anything Else?’: The People Finding Joy in Working on Public Holidays

If we’ve built our lives around work so completely, do we forget how to rest even when given the chance?

by Nadine Lee

December 24, 2024

Grindsets

The Painful Truths Your Interns Are Probably Learning About Your Workplace

The Painful Truths Your Interns Are Probably Learning About Your Workplace

A portrait of the modern Singaporean workplace from the mouths of precocious interns.

by Nadine Lee

December 11, 2024

Grindsets

Singaporeans Confess How They’re Wayang-ing the December Blues Away At Work

Singaporeans Confess How They’re Wayang-ing the December Blues Away At Work

It's the most unproductive time of the year.

by Nadine Lee

December 8, 2024

Binge

A Chronically Single Woman Rents a Date to Visit Christmas Wonderland

A Chronically Single Woman Rents a Date to Visit Christmas Wonderland

'Tis the season to be anxious about singlehood.

by Nadine Lee

December 4, 2024

Binge

Singaporeans Share How They Avoid Other Singaporeans on Holiday in Japan

Singaporeans Share How They Avoid Other Singaporeans on Holiday in Japan

How to truly get away on your overseas getaway.

by Nadine Lee

December 1, 2024

Alt Ctrl Health

The Curious Case of School Counsellor Trauma

The Curious Case of School Counsellor Trauma

Shouldn't we stop scaring kids away from seeking help?

by Nadine Lee

November 22, 2024

Singapore, Unfiltered

Is Preserving 38 Oxley Road the Only Way To Remember It?

Is Preserving 38 Oxley Road the Only Way To Remember It?

What exactly are we trying to protect here, anyway?

by Nadine Lee

November 13, 2024

News

Singapore, Unfiltered

People in Singapore Weigh In on Trump’s 2024 Victory—and Whether We Should Care at All

People in Singapore Weigh In on Trump’s 2024 Victory—and Whether We Should Care at All

"We've survived one Trump presidency, so we'll likely be able to do it again."

by Nadine Lee

November 10, 2024

Government & Politics

Singapore, Unfiltered

The Hougang Documentary Honours The Past. Will It Sway Tomorrow’s Voters?

The Hougang Documentary Honours The Past. Will It Sway Tomorrow’s Voters?

Nostalgia is a powerful drug.

by Nadine Lee

November 6, 2024

Coming Of Age

The People Who Are Changing Their Names to Be Happier

The People Who Are Changing Their Names to Be Happier

What's in a name?

by Nadine Lee

November 1, 2024

Singapore, Unfiltered

The VP Scandal Texts Are Evidence That Singlish Is Deeply Unsexy

The VP Scandal Texts Are Evidence That Singlish Is Deeply Unsexy

You want me pregnant you?

by Nadine Lee

October 22, 2024

Alt Ctrl Health

Why Do I Feel Worse After Taking a Mental Health Day Off Work?

Why Do I Feel Worse After Taking a Mental Health Day Off Work?

Work never stops and sabbaticals aren't on the cards for most of us. Can the humble mental health day really provide relief?

by Nadine Lee

October 10, 2024