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Task 1A: Exploratory Research - Exploring the What, Why, Who, and How
What are some of the current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them, what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
Mass Die-Offs of Bees
In recent months, there has been an increase in the use of pesticides in agriculture around the world, many of which contain products such as neonicotinoids and fipronil, which are deadly to bees. Specifically, Read more →
Task 1A: Exploratory Research
What are some of the current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them ,what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
Possible issues that are confronting our world today.
Sedentary LifestyleAssumption of food intake
Sleep Deprived Fear of Missing OutFirstly, Singaporeans predominantly lead a sedentary lifestyle as things are getting more accessible with technology. The Singapore Strait Times Read more →
Task 1A: Exploratory Research
What are some of the current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them, what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
1. Climate Change
Climate change is a constant occurrence throughout the years, however, the drastic changes in the recent years are becoming increasingly alarming. The sea levels and temperatures are rising globally, more biodiversity and food supplies are Read more →
Task 1A: Exploratory Research
The 4 current issues are:
The Stigma of Doing Things Alone Plastic Pollution Oral Health Screen Time**The Stigma of Doing Things Alone
To be honest, I do most of the things by myself or alone such as shopping or watching a movie. I enjoy the peaceful time I have with myself, and of course, the freedom to operate on my own schedule. That Read more →
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Forced MarriagesUnlike arranged marriages, forced marriages are marriages without the consent of either or both parties. It occurs for reasons of preserving wealth or family reputation. As old-fashioned as it sounds, it is unfortunately still a part of various cultures around the world despite it being illegal in many countries.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/ethics/forcedmarriage/motives_1.shtml
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bbcthree/article/772ba2fc-2f1a-4db6-95fd-a58c0f0aca39
2. Ocean Habitat Loss
Habitat loss causes the displacement Read more →
Task 1A: Exploring the What, Why, Who, and How
What are some current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them, what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
An overarching theme in my topics of interest is Sustainability. I am most interested in Plastic Pollution.
Single-Use Plastics— Plastic PollutionClimate change has been a lurking dread that is looming over Earth. With the boom of globalization, products Read more →
Exploratory Research
Task 1A: Exploratory Research
What are some of the current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them, what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
Social Media/Technology
News: Social-media use ‘disrupting teen sleep and exercise’, Instagram is worst for mental health?
The prevalence of social media is, and has always been, a double-edged sword. It does help connecting people all over the world—but because Read more →
Task 1A: Exploring the What, Why, Who, and How
W1. What are some of the current issues confronting our world today? Amongst them, what is of interest and a cause of concern to you?
Superficial Sustainability
Recently there has been an upsurge in the interest of sustainability. Along with it, the sale of products such as bamboo or metal straws saw an upsurge as well. It has become a trend more Read more →
Task 1A: Exploratory Research - Exploring What, Why, Who, and How
There are certainly many issues that concern the world today and especially in Singapore but social and health issues are definitely the most prevalent ones. Amongst all the social and health issues, these four issues particularly stood out and spoke to me.