Day: July 18, 2024

On October 23rd at a ceremony hosted by the National Museum of Singapore, the 2024 Singapore Prize will be announced at an awards ceremony. This award recognizes books that have made significant contributions to literary and cultural life in Singapore since 1992; its winners have helped expand the country’s literature scene significantly. Myle Yan Tay for catskull is among this year’s finalists as is Suchen Christine Lim for Dearest Intimate.

Prince William, the heir to the British throne, will visit Singapore this week and is not there just to party and shop; rather he hopes to learn about local organizations working against wildlife crime – estimated at US$20 billion annually – estimated by experts as “illegal wildlife trade.” An avid sportsman himself, William will try his hand at dragon boat racing as part of his visit and meet Singaporeans to assess how their nation is working together for environmental preservation.

William was in Singapore to attend a ceremony held by Mediacorp to announce the 2023 Earthshot Prize winners. At last night’s glamorous gala event, attended by celebrities like actor Sterling K Brown and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern (a trustee of the prize board), William spoke passionately about sustainability while emphasizing its ability to amplify solutions against climate change. He donned an old dark green Alexander McQueen suit while speaking about how this prize helped promote his passion.

Royal Prince William and Catherine are expecting their first child together this April, so his trip to Singapore comes at a fitting time for his and Catherine to become parents for the first time. He plans on meeting Singaporeans who are addressing climate change head-on as well as visiting Rain Vortex – the world’s largest indoor waterfall – which has been lit green to mark his arrival. Furthermore, local organisations that combat illegal trading of endangered species may also be part of his itinerary.

Though his visit may cause no major disturbances, critics have charged that Prince Harry’s visit is part of an initiative by Singapore to increase its standing as a financial center and may serve as an effort to lure wealthy investors away from other nations. The heir to the British throne, who has spoken out in support of LGBT rights, has also been accused of hypocrisy due to his past position on immigration and citizenship claims. Still, many Singaporeans remain supportive of Prince Charles’ efforts in combatting climate change; they see his accomplishments not just as grades or jobs; rather, they believe his achievements demonstrate genuine compassion for helping those most in need – part of his moral obligation in making our world better.