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Author: A. L. Said
A. L. Said is a Singaporean writer and editor with an academic background in Economics and Management from the University of London.\n\nHis interests span society, culture, human behaviour, belief systems and the changing realities of modern life. Drawing on years of independent study, diverse intellectual perspectives and conversations across communities, he explores questions that often deserve more attention than conventional explanations allow.\n\nThrough Rethinking Islam, he brings an investigative and reflective approach to contemporary issues, combining research, critical inquiry and accessible storytelling. His work also connects professional expertise and business perspectives with meaningful editorial content.\n\nHe believes good writing should do more than inform. It should encourage people to question assumptions, examine different perspectives and, occasionally, rethink what they thought they knew.
Discover why protest in Singapore is illegal and how it impacts freedom of expression. Learn about alternatives for voicing concerns in this unique city-state.
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This article looks back at online shopping behaviour during Ramadan using data from 2023 and 2024. The figures below are…
Welcome to our article on the benefits of fasting! Fasting has a long history and has recently gained popularity as…
An analogy for why direct copy and paste the way of the Salafism of the practices and mindset of the…
Explore A Singaporean’s Perspective on Israel – Hamas Perspective, threading a neutral stance yet leaning toward Palestine on humanitarian grounds.
The recent uproar about the Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) lesson package on the Israel-Hamas conflict in Singapore has raised…
The Ministry of Education (MOE) in Singapore recognizes the significance of educating students about global conflicts and their implications. With…
In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, a Singaporean’s perspective offers a neutral standpoint with a leaning towards Palestine on humanitarian grounds.…
