Timothy Weerasekera

Timothy Weerasekera founded Regardless in 2020 to bring common sense back to Singapore's alternative media. He writes on culture, society, faith, and family—even when it goes against the grain.
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Read Between The Lines: Mics, Mistresses and Macallan

This second part of Read Between The Lines, examines how Singapore’s top political leaders responded to scandal—from hot mics and hidden affairs to high-profile prosecutions. Beyond headlines and moral posturing, this piece asks a deeper question: are our leaders reacting to wrongdoing, or only moving when silence becomes more costly?

Read Between The Lines: Two Parties, One Problem

Part 1 of Read Between The Lines examines two of Singapore’s most high-profile political scandals—not to provoke, but to ask harder questions. When tested, did our leaders respond with honesty, humility, and integrity—or just what was legally defensible? In an era where public trust is fragile, appearances matter as much as facts. Essential reading for people who care about the tone of future governance in Singapore.

Deryne Sim is Not a Threat To Conservative Values – For Now

Deryne Sim’s walkabout with Minister K Shanmugam raised speculation about a PAP shift. More than a fresh face, Sim is a lifelong LGBT activist with a history of pushing policy changes. Is this just a test balloon, or a sign of deeper ideological drift? This piece explores the PAP’s strategy of absorbing dissent, the risks of fielding Sim, and what this move signals for Singapore’s political future. Read the full analysis.

Marriage Mirage in Singapore: False Security for Conservatives?

PM Lawrence Wong once reassured Singaporeans that the definition of marriage wouldn’t change under his watch—but has the tone now shifted? As public sentiment evolves, the PAP signals a hands-off approach, leaving conservatives wondering: Is same-sex marriage in Singapore inevitable? The numbers don’t lie, and history suggests change is coming.

The Truth About HIV in Singapore: What the Campaign Won’t Say

Singapore’s HIV campaign fights stigma—but does it tell the whole story? Our analysis exposes glaring gaps in public health messaging.

Understanding Trump’s Gaza Gamble: A Strategy That Stunned the World

Trump’s Gaza proposal is as audacious as it is controversial—relocate millions, place Gaza under U.S. control, and rebuild it from scratch. Is this a bold masterstroke or a reckless gamble that risks global chaos? With world leaders reacting and stakes higher than ever, here’s what you need to know about the plan that stunned the world.

The Future of Reproduction: Synthetic Sperm, Artificial Wombs and More

Biotechnology is advancing faster than our ethics can keep up. From lab-grown babies to artificial wombs, the future of human reproduction is being reshaped in ways that once belonged in science fiction. While these innovations may solve crises like Singapore's demographic decline, they also open Pandora’s box of moral dilemmas—eugenics, commodified genetics, and posthumous reproduction. The question is: How far are we willing to go before we lose control?

The Science Centre Got a Drag Queen, a Queer Prof and a Transgender to School Us on Sex & Gender

When the Singapore Science Centre planned an event on sex and gender featuring only LGBTQ activists and advocates, public backlash was swift. Critics argued the forum would promote gender ideology, while LGBT activists claimed they were perfectly qualified. Regardless digs into the heart of the matter to uncover the truth. However, our research revealed more troubling, unanswered questions. What are the questions that nobody is asking? Read to find out.

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