Culture & Media

Explores the contentious aftermath of RICE Media's interview with ex-gay Pastor Chang Tou Chen, who candidly discusses his transition from a 'gay lifestyle' to finding fulfilment in Christianity. Facing severe backlash and accusations of promoting conversion therapy, the RICE media's quick removal of the interview clip from social platforms raises questions about free speech and the influence of cancel culture.Dive into the complex interplay of media responsibility and societal reactions.

With recent data showing a widening ideological gap between men and women, CNA tries to take the question much further in a ‘woke’ direction. We evaluate this and object to the way this is performed.

Drag shows in Singapore aren't new, but one at NTU CCA's 10th Anniversary has stirred controversy, and raised eyebrows over apparent journalistic activism.Dive into this article that goes beyond the headlines to explore the nuances of media reporting, and the role of journalism in shaping public perception.

Facing pronoun pressures at work? 🤔 Dive into a few practical strategies to navigate this sensitive topic. Whether you're seeking to accommodate the requests of others without compromising your values, or needing to stand firm on your convictions, this article offers insights for everyone.

Singapore's Preferred Gender Pronoun Movement: A beacon of inclusivity or a master manipulator of language and societal norms?Gender ideologues twist language and leverages societal pressure to champion a disputed, politically-charged ideology. By framing common sense as hate speech and pushing 'inclusive' language, it places a minority's demands for affirmation above basic reality.These tactics control cultural narratives, sidelining opposing views. Engaging in pronoun culture isn't just problematic—it endorses and amplifies its extreme stance, with harm to children's well-being, women's rights, and individual freedoms.

We watched Regardless of Sexuality with a healthy sense of optimism that CNA would produce a balanced piece that would critically examine the nature of the LGBT Divide in Singapore. Instead, what we found was a piece replete with emotionalism, displaying unabashed bias with key terms and a failure to examine the true drivers of tension with any sincerity.

How do you solve a problem like Cancel Culture? Fighting social contagion with legal instruments can be like grasping at clouds. We think that something more potent and wide ranging is necessary. We need a change of heart.

In August '22 the government said it was looking at ways to deal with Cancel Culture. Why leave the thinking to them? Here's what we think could be done about this social phenomenon.