ABOUT US
Hello! We are a group of youths with a burning passion for current affairs, seeking to offer detailed yet simple commentary on the 4 core themes of law, economics, politics and social issues. We are deeply concerned about the lack of accessible and in-depth analyses on these pressing issues, thus driving us to direct our efforts towards providing our readers with high-quality posts.
THE TEAM
Executive Committee
Xuhong Luo
- Founder -
As founder and head of the law desk, Xuhong prides himself on the quality of content published, frequently putting the team ahead of himself. He explores the diverse worlds of law, finance and geopolitics in his free time, noting that they are more closely intertwined than what meets the eye.
Lukas Loke
- Head Editor -
Lukas is a key contributor to our blog posts. In addition to editing pieces from other writers, he also aids others in providing insightful and refreshing content to our site. Away from the hustle, Lukas delves into sports and entertainment, having a strong passion for football.
Stacey Ngiam
- Social Issues Desk -
An aspiring journalist majoring in Communications, Stacey enjoys exploring different mediums to tell stories that inform and inspire. Believing that there is always more than meets the eye, she unpacks society in search of diverse perspectives on social issues and current affairs. If she's not working on an article or graphics, she can be found with a cup of Milo, indie music and a good read: ranging from industry insights to the latest in pop-culture.
Adeline Li
- Economics Desk -
Adeline takes lots of joy in cafe hopping and doing work in cafes no matter how noisy they are. It is also where she finds her inspiration for writing. At other times, she can be found skateboarding, playing badminton, or traveling around the world.
Seah Jin Kuan
- Politics Desk -
Jin Kuan’s no-nonsense attitude and strong work ethic brings strong value to the team, consistently contributing strong pieces. Offline, he possesses a burning passion for reading and games.
Alden Lee
- GYLS (Designate) -
I believe in convening youth platforms that empower inclusive and equitable youth participation in global policymaking. Partnering with educational institutions, academia, non-governmental and governmental organisations, I aspire to build a community that develops young global citizens that care about the Global Goals.
Content
Charlotte Lim
- Editor -
Charlotte is an aspiring law student with a passion for topics such as feminism, international politics and economics. Hobbies include reading, journaling and getting into arguments.
Dorine Wu
- Editor -
When Dorine is not trying to catch up with the piling tasks on her to-do list, you may find her trying to catch up on sleep instead. Besides sleeping, her other hobbies include writing poetry, doodling and counting the number of stars she need for her next cup of free grande strawberry acai lemonade no ice.
Prathit Maran
- Editor -
When he isn't occupied with finding the best Cubans to pair with his port or grilling a fat, juicy burger, Prathit is an avid investor in all asset classes. He is strongly interested in analysing stocks, cryptocurrency, commodities, macroeconomics and market-related policies. While communicating his thoughts with the readers, Prathit hopes to strengthen his understanding of various issues through his writing.
Lynn Lai
- Editor -
Lynn approaches both storytelling and policy with the same curiosity—what drives decisions, and what are their consequences? As a Politics, Law, and Economics major, she’s especially interested in how systems shape societies. Whether she’s directing a play, watching films, or analyzing public policy, she’s drawn to narratives that reveal something deeper.
Cathleen Ong
- Editor -
Cathleen is an arts student who can be found trying to watch anime without subtitles (and hilariously failing every time), or romanticising studying when she has to. Passionate about climate change, mental health wellness, and migrant worker rights, Cathleen hopes to through her articles provide food for thought on these cutting-edge issues.
Reegan Loke
- Editor -
Heya! I’m Reegan, a J2 humanities student at HCJC. I enjoy reading, writing, and occasionally thinking about interesting things. I’m passionate about student-led advocacy here in Singapore and love being part of conversations that matter. In my free time, you’ll probably find me behind a camera or deep in a spirited conversation. I hope my work here can spark curiousity about geopolitics, and encourages more people to take an interest in issues that count!
Rushil Srinath
- Editor -
Rushil fervently and unabashedly discusses global sociopolitical and economic issues. Otherwise, he is either indulging in literature or navigating the vagaries of the stock market — all while humming the entire discography of Ariana Grande.
Nicole Lee
- Editor -
Nicole’s got a love-hate relationship with the humanities—a fair balance of spontaneous passion and crash outs. She particularly digs into anything politics related, especially if it’s foreign policy. You can catch her slaving away on her articles and research at the corner of your local Chagee, occasionally pausing to take a two hour scroll break. Otherwise, she also enjoys dabbling in birdwatching and hiking in her free time.
Xihao Huang
- Editor -
Hey there, I'm Xihao! I enjoy photography and am passionate about all things nature and the environment!
Mabel Khor
- Editor -
​Mabel is a true Gemini, constantly seeking new experiences and adventure in her journey to self-discovery. Her hobbies are wide-ranging. Her hobbies are as diverse as her interests. When she's not engrossed in YouTube commentary about politics or social issues, she can be found at the gym or pilates class, or exploring Singapore on her own. You can never catch her taking a break.
Emerald Lo
- Editor -
Emerald is an aspiring journalist who lives for the chase. She’s drawn to unpacking today’s complex political landscape, always eager to unravel what lies beneath the surface. When she’s not writing, she’s playing with her cat, Kiki, traveling overseas, or capturing moments through her camera lens. She believes there’s always something bigger out there—but that life can always be slowed down with a few cute baby videos.
Sherwin Tng
- Editor -
As a Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) major, Sherwin is an aspiring policy researcher with interests in healthcare and governance. He believes research should be accessible to support a more informed and cohesive society. Outside of policy research, Sherwin can usually be found daydreaming about travelling the world, learning from different cultures, and planning imaginary dance choreographies.
Ooi Ehang
- Editor -
Ehang is a HELM student who just finished his A levels. When he is not sitting around watching Youtube and surfing the web, you can find him cycling, writing poetry or reading the news. As an avid humanities student interested in politics and ASEAN, he believes in the importance of knowing what's going on in our region and the world, and is happy you are here on this website.
Merrick Lim
- Editor -
When Merrick isn't contemplating about the political and economical state of the world, he's busy hugging trees as an avid advocate for the environment. Coupled with his passion for spotting insights, he isn't afraid to cook up a bussing article, be it behavioural economics, sharp political analysis, or unleashing his inner Greta Thunberg.
Alson Mook
- Editor -
I’m a reflective individual with a strong interest in defense developments and policies. I am an avid enjoyer of anime and football, loves to try new things, and am passionate in making a difference wherever I can by helping anyone and everyone. I hope to raise awareness of key issues that will shape and affect us all.
Chantel Chan
- Editor -
Chantel is an aficionado of all things human. An Anthropology enthusiast through and through, she is fascinated by people and places. She harbours a deep love for art and learning new things. She hopes to add value to DD by contributing articles on affairs she feels the need to write about, where she shares her insights.
Reyan Punjabi
- Editor -
Reyan takes pride in his love for geopolitics and international relations. A triple humanities student, he’s usually writing essays, scrolling through global news with a cup of tea, or watching live parliamentary debates (you’re welcome to join!). As an editor, he’s excited to work with other writers and discuss engaging topics on law, politics and economics!
Kalaisakana Kalaivanan
- Editor -
Kalaisakana is a social sciences student who, apart from curiously figuring out how the world and life work, loves debating politics, business, and social issues over dinner (well - breakfast, lunch, and snacks too). With a huge appetite, she dissects food and ideologies with the same vigour, consuming diplomacy while building impact-driven initiatives.
Chiara Kwok
- Editor -
When not writing articles or cramming for her exams, Chiara can be found drinking Chagee, cycling, swimming, engaging in spirited debate, joining yet another MUN, spending time with her lovely stuffed toys Issac and Timothy or simply crashing out. She hopes that her articles go beyond simply providing insights and information, but serve as a starting point for discourse, debate and positive change, however that looks like.
Wang Dong Yu
- Editor -
When he isn’t playing bullet chess or trying to teach his two cats tricks, DongYu can always be seen frantically typing behind his computer screen. Writing has always been a source of comfort for DongYu, especially as he finds himself navigating through the intricacies and nuances of issues held close to his heart. As a content creator for DD, DongYu is proud to produce quality and resourceful content for readers.
Keegan Goh
- Editor -
Keegan can often be found in Starbucks, sipping on his fifth cup of iced latte. Harbouring a passion for controversy and global affairs, Keegan is excited to shed light on intriguing topics as a content creator for DD.
Publicity
Megan Kwek
- Graphics Design -
A whiz behind the screen, Megan uses her innate creativity and Canva skills to revolutionise our publicity efforts, designing Instagram content to further our outreach efforts. With a keen eye for details, she is a breath of fresh air to the team. Beyond this, she dabbles in numerous hobbies, including crocheting and sports.
Jadelyn Sutopo
- Graphics Design -
Jade possesses a natural and innate talent for graphic design that shines through in her work. Her extraordinary skills and creative vision are at the forefront of our Instagram outreach efforts, where she crafts visually captivating and engaging graphics that leave a lasting impression on our audience.
Yiran Cai
- Website Design -
Yiran has played a game-changing role in the development of our webpage. Creative, inquisitive yet diligent, she artfully composes the different aspects of this website. Her experience dealing with visual graphics has also enabled her to help out with graphics when needed. Offline, she dabbles with a myriad of activities–from dance, to musical instrumentation, to exploring the realms of business and finance.