Few know that Douglas Yeo had a father (a seaman) who drank heavily, had a terrible temper, and hit him. And yet, he was Douglas' hero.

We commemorate World Chess Day (20 July) by throwing the spotlight on Singapore's first chess grandmaster (since 1999) and one of only 1,700 grandmasters in the world.

PopeJai Thai founder Daniel Teh is dedicated to helping Singapore’s marginalised individuals overcome barriers to securing sustained employment

Watch this very inspiring story of Thomas Koh, who went from a life of drugs to becoming a Peer Support Specialist at Singapore's National Addictions Management Service.

Evolve MMA athlete Amir Khan reflects on how martial arts transformed his life.

The Team Manager of Team Singapore Muay Thai could have gone down a very dark road, but martial arts saved him.

Darren Ho was diagnosed with ADHD, Tourette’s and Autism late in life but that did not stop him from becoming a triathlete.

We celebrate Guinness World Record Day with the co-founder of calisthenics group Bar Brothers SG.

Jeremy 'B-boy Jeremiah' Sim clinched the bronze medal at the very first breaking competition at the 30th SEA Games.

We celebrate Teacher’s Day by hitting the mat with pro wrestling coach Greg Ho of Grapple Max.

And you thought you were busy! Lawyer Stanley Ng helps the community and also heads the First Asian Team Underwater Rugby Singapore team.

Christina Tham talks about competing in underwater hockey and her incredible journey to last year's SEA Games victory

Foreword Coffee is a social enterprise that provides the disabled and individuals with special needs with employment and skills in the F&B industry.

Volunteering can be an introvert’s nightmare; two young Singaporeans tell us how the rewarding experience has taught them to think beyond themselves

Foreword Coffee is a social enterprise that provides the disabled and individuals with special needs with employment and skills in the F&B industry

By winning gold at the World Archery Para Championship, Nur Syahidah Alim nails a spot for Singapore at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games.

Love Kuching Project volunteer Camellia Abd Gani uses cuddly felines to cheer those in nursing homes and special schools.

Who knew that love for one's country and fellow man, and the support of national service could be distilled into a humble plate of chicken rice?

The result of his passion and dedication: up to 30 streets dogs rescued each month, and up to 25 of those rehomed.

If hawker Jason Chua isn't cooking up a storm at Hong Lim Food Centre, he's probably punching it out in the boxing ring.

Henrietta Woo can spot and identify birds not only by sight but also by their different calls and warbling.

Street artist TraseOne's multicoloured murals are colossal canvases where order and chaos collide.

Find out how Malik Mazlan turns paper waste into canvasses for his Chinese calligraphy and what inspired him to create artwork that reduces wastage

A self-confessed "explorer of the world", artist Danielle Tay is on a mission to make visible things that are unseen.

The Merlin Award winner for Most Enterprising and Outstanding Magician of the year (2017) wows and baffles us completely - and talks about the ups and downs of doing magic full-time.

Lion Heartlanders founder aims to use walking tours to strengthen the bond between countryman and country.

Despite being diagnosed with cancer at 18, Aw Meng Kit's fighting spirit soared on, just like the planes he loves to shoot.

This conservationist architect is most concerned about telling stories, and using the past to understand and inform the future.

A combination of patience, timing, the right gear and a passion for discovery equals Nat Geo-approved undersea snaps.

Meet the guy behind the famous '80s cartoon van that's been seen on Singapore's roads and racking up upvotes on Reddit.

We celebrate Guinness World Record Day with the co-founder of calisthenics group Bar Brothers SG.

Jeremy 'B-boy Jeremiah' Sim clinched the bronze medal at the very first breaking competition at the 30th SEA Games.

This sneaker customiser has designed close to 500 sneakers as part of TK Customs

We celebrate Teacher’s Day by hitting the mat with pro wrestling coach Greg Ho of Grapple Max.

From being the official lensman of the SAF Band to photographing cityscapes in all their architectural glory.

And you thought you were busy! Lawyer Stanley Ng helps the community and also heads the First Asian Team Underwater Rugby Singapore team.

Christina Tham talks about competing in underwater hockey and her incredible journey to last year's SEA Games victory

Alexius Yeo is the founder of Project 33, a gardening community that teaches you how to grow your own food and encourages you to give away a third of their produce.

If hawker Jason Chua isn't cooking up a storm at Hong Lim Food Centre, he's probably punching it out in the boxing ring.

We chat with Dione Tan – a fresh-faced model and longboarder – and find out how her 19-year-old mind works.