KitorangSG

During the 1970s, Singapore’s Malay community faced rapid urbanisation and changing social values. Black Dog Bone’s music — with its themes of love, humour, and everyday life — reflected the aspirations of Malay youth seeking modernity without abandoning cultural roots. The 1970s and early 1980s were the heyday of Singapore’s live music circuit — with clubs, cab...

Ruqyah is an Islamic practice involving the recitation of certain Qur’anic verses and supplications with the intention of seeking protection, healing or relief from spiritual unseen afflictions. More specifically it can be used for issues like the evil eye, black magic or witchcraft (siḥr), jinn possession or spiritual distress. At times in the spiritual realm what is right and what is wrong...

When Mr Muhammad Haikal Nekla dropped out of secondary school at 16 due to family issues and began working full-time to help support them, he intended to go back to complete his education some day. He made good on the promise only many years later. In May this year, the 36-year-old became the valedictorian of RP’s School of Hospitality with a grade point average of 3.79. Now Haikal will be p...

Aidil Sharin Sahak is a name that has lately sparked both pride and reflection among Singaporeans. Once a domestic stalwart as a player—and later coach in the local clubs before venturing ti Malaysia and Indonesia —he has now earned the Malaysia Super League Coach of the Year after leading Kuching City FC to a surprising and stirring fourth-place finish in the 2024-25 Malaysia Super Le...

KitorangSG is a new vodcast/podcast produced by Malay News and Current Affairs unit of Mediacorp. KitorangSG will delve into the captivating stories of Singaporeans from diverse backgrounds, showcasing their unique life experiences and perspectives. This week Dr. Mohamad Fahamy Koenitz Bin Iskandar, Resident Physician, Department of Emergency Medicine, Sengkang General Hospital steps up to the mic...

To bring about a positive change to the communities – that’s the aim of Lepak Conversations a brainchild of Yulianna Frederika. Lepak Conversations is a social advocacy and research platform in Singapore whose efforts are backed by extensive data and statistics. Yulianna shares the challenges in making in-roads to bring about social change. It is an effort that requires not just willin...

Haryani Othman is known as the owner of 'Mak Besar' an event organizing company But did you know that she is also close to the legal world and is currently making baby steps to become an ‘asatizah’. Get close to the many facades of Haryani Othman who admittedly says: ‘She is someone who has trouble waking up early but at the same time wants to be rich.” Haryani is the next...

Art Fazil, his name, an acronym for "Always Rebellious Teenager," reflects his creative spirit and passion for addressing poignant social issues through his music. Art Fazil's songs often delve into themes that resonate deeply with listeners, highlighting societal challenges and cultural narratives. Through his songs Art Fazil not only shares his music but also engages with his audience, fostering...