It felt like a dream come true. Visiting the heart of Apple in Cupertino, the city known as the birthplace of modern technology. A place where pirates and rebels poured their blood and sweat into challenging the tech giants of their time. Apple still holds a special place in my heart. Back then, owning an...Read More
Last week, I attended Pinterest’s International Women’s Day fireside chat in Singapore. The event featured a special guest, Rachel Lim, the co-founder of Love, Bonito. Her insightful journey in business and personal life left a lasting impression on me. With over a decade of experience building her brand, Rachel has navigated both the triumphs and...Read More
Capturing the raw energy and passion of football fans is always a thrill. I had the chance to experience it firsthand and snap some shots with my trusty Lumix pocket camera. Of course, I had to make things interesting for myself. This camera has its limitations, and I had to battle the low light at...Read More
Strolling around Haji Lane after the rain on a Saturday morning during fasting day? Absolutely refreshing! But what made it even more exciting was getting a hands-on lesson in street photography from Fuji Film’s very own expert, Mindy Tan. Mindy is a Singaporean photographer famous for her storytelling-style street shots. Her work has been featured...Read More
On March 8, 2025, Generasi Muda Pembaharu Indonesia (GEMPAR) @gemparindonesia officially launched its Singapore branch at the @kbrisingapura Embassy’s Adinata Hall. The event, attended by Indonesia’s Ambassador to Singapore, Pak Suryo Pratamo, also marked the appointment of Bu Cindy CA as the Chairperson of Gempar Singapore. I was lucky to attend the event and hear the Ambassador emphasize...Read More
Twenty+ years ago, I kicked off my career at Sony Music Indonesia and focused on the Digital Marketing department. It was an exciting time, but fast forward to today, I realized my knowledge is a bit rusty and I need a serious refresh. Marketing has changed a lot, and I did not want to be...Read More
On Tuesday, March 4th ‘25, I attended the @pinterest Advertiser Summit in Singapore, and the energy was incredible! The event brought together advertisers, agencies, and industry experts, all eager to explore new opportunities with Pinterest Ads. The big announcement? Pinterest Advertising is now officially live in Singapore! This launch, in partnership with MediaDonuts by Aleph, opens up...Read More
I picked up this book at Gramedia Jogja last year because the title immediately caught my eye. You know that feeling when a book just calls to you? Yeah, that happened. This Islamic book, written by A.K. (who, for some reason, prefers to stay mysterious), is packed with wisdom and reminders. The author also includes...Read More
Sama Sama Book Club had a lively book discussion at the National Library Singapore last Sunday, February 23rd, 2025. We dived into Safiyyah’s War by Hiba Noor Khan, a gripping story set in World War II Paris, told through the eyes of a brave young muslim girl. I have to say, I really enjoyed this...Read More
Singapore’s education system is known for being competitive and stressful, yet it also promises greater success in life. That’s why students who pursue studying in Singapore, especially those in secondary school or pre-university, need a solid strategy to choose the right major and plan their future. Last Saturday, FKMIS (Forum Komunikasi Masyarakat Indonesia di Singapura) and...Read More
