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Gold Price Surges Past US$3,100 for the First Time Amid Global Uncertainty

Gold prices soared to a new all-time high during early Asian sessions on Monday, with spot gold breaking above US$3,100 an ounce for the first time in history. The surge comes as growing political tensions and financial market jitters continue to push investors towards safer assets.

The rally was largely driven by mounting fears of a global trade war, sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest move to impose new tariffs. The development has heightened uncertainty across global markets, prompting a flight to safety and driving strong demand for gold.

Image credit: Dhaka Tribune

With both geopolitical and economic tensions rising, gold is once again proving to be the go-to safe-haven asset.

This sharp uptrend marks a continuation of gold’s bullish streak in recent months, supported by broader concerns around slowing global growth, volatile stock markets, and a weaker U.S. dollar. The latest price action reflects just how nervous investors have become amid shifting policies and uncertain global outlooks.

40+ newly launched stuff in March 2025 from Daiso Korea to buy & bring back to Singapore

Any trip to Korea is incomplete without a huge haul from Daiso.

Well, at least for me.

With so many steals under 5,000 KRW (approx. 4.56 SGD), it’s hard to just walk past a Daiso store.

If you’ve got a trip planned soon for Spring, then swing by your nearest Daiso to shop these newly launched stuff this month (March 2025).

Happy shopping!

#1a: Pet One-Piece (M/L) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#1b: Pet T-Shirt (M/L) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#2a: Pet Poop Trash Bag Pouch (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#2b: Pet Bag Harness (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#2c: Pet Neck Collar / Pet Leash (2,000 KRW each; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#3a: Cereal for Dogs (8 Pcs) (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#3b: Stick Treats for Cats (5 Pcs) (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#4: Pore Blur Control Balm (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#5a: Cica Pore Blur Control Base (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#5b: Pink Blur Control Base (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#6: Concealenol (01 Pure / 02 Peach) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#7: Soft Blur Liquid Blusher (01 Fluffy Pink / 02 Rose Blush / 03 Peach Bouquet) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#8: Fruity Volume Lip Gloss (01 Cranberry Ade / 02 Apple Pop / 03 Punch Orange / 04 Bare Pink) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#9a: Dropbe Colors Cover Pick Foundation Renew (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#9b: Dropbe Colors Veil Skin Tone-up Base (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#10: Dropbe Colors Cover Pick Concealer / Dropbe Colors Color Pick Concealer (in 4 shades) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#11: Dropbe Colors Conceal Pot (in 4 shades) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#12a: Dropbe Colors Eye-cealor Stick (in 2 shades) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#12b: Dropbe Colors Cover Pick Concealer Pencil (in 2 shades) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#13: Dropbe Colors Stick (in 4 shades) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#14: Design Transparent Pouch (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#15: Two-Tone Woven Bag (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#16a: Spring Flower Socks (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#16b: Spring See-Through Socks (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#17a: Twinkle Ball Clips (4 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#17b: Pom-pom Clips (3 Pcs / 5Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#18a: Tomato Stickers (4 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#18b: Character Stickers (4 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#18c: Dessert Stickers (4 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#19: Sanrio Characters Zipper Bags (3 Pcs Each) (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#20: Jogger Pants (Grey / Black) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#21: Disney Characters Logo Tee (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#22: Checkered Patterned Cutlery (Assorted) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#23: Crema Caracol Cream (Original / Expert / Intensive) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#24: Crema Caracol Original Mask (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#25: Patterned Cooler Bag (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#26: Picnic Mat I (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#27: Picnic Mat II (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#28: Table Cover Cloth (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#29: Wet Tissue (Assorted) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#30: Soft Travel Tissue Packs (3 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#31: Removable Stickers (3 Pcs) (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.92 SGD)

#32: Foldable Umbrella (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#33: Patterned Pouch (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#34: 2-Way Bucket Hat (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#35: Ducky Key Chains (2 Pcs) (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#36: Ducky Plushie (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.58 SGD)

#37: Ducky Plushie with Wings (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

#38: Bib-wearing Ducky Dolls (3,000 KRW each; approx. 2.75 SGD)

All image credits to Daiso Korea.

Price conversion from KRW to SGD is accurate at the time of writing.

Latest WFH internships posted from 24 to 28 March 2025

Here’s our last WFH internship post to round us up for March 2025!

This week we have opportunities in research, sustainable finance (ESG), and more so have a look through.

#1: Beyond Border – Growth Associate (Internship / Recent Graduate)

Website: beyondborderglobal.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $600 – 800 monthly

Job Qualifications

Prior experience, including internships, in a B2B-oriented growth team is highly preferred
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to inform decisions.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Uses first principles and systems thinking to understand and solve problems.
Experience in SEM and/or SEO execution role preferred

Key Responsibilities

Developing, executing, and iterating on multiple growth experiments on a weekly basis
Devise and launch tactical/seasonal campaigns to drive top-of-funnel success
Maintain content calendar and produce thoughtful, factually accurate content to educate B2B audience about immigration know-how, while optimizing search engine visibility
Work with the growth advisor and external agency to executive SEM strategies
Tracking and analyzing KPIs to measure success and inform decisions.

How to apply?

View the job post here and apply for this position by emailing your resume to fred@beyondborderglobal.com.

#2: SC International – Publishing Industry Research Intern

Website: sc-international.com.sg

Allowance / Remuneration: $200 – 1,000 (project /contract based)

Job Qualifications

Strong online research skills (Google, LinkedIn, company websites).
Proficiency in PowerPoint (basic design/layout skills preferred).
Attention to detail and ability to organize data systematically.
Reliable internet access and ability to work independently.
Interest in publishing/books is a plus!

Key Responsibilities

Research and verify publisher details (name, background, location, book genres, contact info).
Identify company presence on LinkedIn, Facebook, and other platforms.
Extract relevant email addresses for key contacts.
Summarize findings into a clear, visually engaging 2-slide PPT per company.
Maintain a target of 40 contacts per week (approx. 8 publishers/day over 2 days).

How to apply?

View the job post here and send your resume and a brief note on why you’re interested to priscilla@sc-international.com.sg. Mention “Publishing Research Intern” in the subject line.

#3: Lucror Analytics Pte Ltd – Sustainable Finance (ESG) Intern

Website: lucroranalytics.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications

Very strong attention to detail, a meticulous work attitude, and exceptional diligence
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Robust Microsoft Office skills, with an emphasis on Excel
Genuine interest in the position and commitment to getting the job done

Key Responsibilities

Assist the ESG research team in ESG research report writing and ESG data mining
Provide ad-hoc support to the research team
Maintain internal databases and automate/optimize queries (mainly in Excel)

How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Goh Jie Lin via this link.

#4: International SOS – Communications Intern

Website: internationalsos.com

Allowance / Remuneration: $1,200 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
Ability to plan and implement communication campaigns.
Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders.
Proactive in identifying improvements.
Experience with digital tools like Sharepoint, MS Teams, Canva, and Adobe Suite.
Basic graphic design, website management, and video editing skills are a plus.
Ability to multitask and work independently or collaboratively.
Willingness to embrace challenges and continually upskill.
Relevant degree or tertiary qualification.
Previous experience in communications, internships, or volunteer roles, preferably in a global organization.
Open to undergraduates and fresh graduates.

Key Responsibilities

Group HR Team:

Create content for the Life@Intl.SOS newsletter and infographics.
Design communication materials like videos, posters, and e-banners.
Support employee engagement and health & well-being activities.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement communication campaigns.
Enhance the visibility of HR messages through various channels.
Manage administrative tasks like updating Sharepoint pages and communication calendars.
Share communication resources with the HR network.

Supporting Finance, Technology & Legal Functions:

Drive engagement activities for these functions, including intranet updates, newsletters, recognition programs, and communication planning.
Align communication efforts between Group HR and Corporate HR.
Provide ad hoc communication support.

How to apply?

View the job post here and apply for this position by submitting your CV to khalil.ashraf@internationalsos.com.

#5: TATea Pte. Ltd. – Marketing Intern

Website: tatea.sg

Allowance / Remuneration: $800 – 1,500 monthly

Job Qualifications

A student or recent graduate in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
Passionate about branding, content creation, and digital platforms
Familiar with social media trends and tools (e.g. Canva, Meta Business Suite, TikTok)
Strong communicator with good writing skills
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
Bonus: Experience with basic graphic design, video editing, or photography

Key Responsibilities

Assist in planning, creating, and scheduling content for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, etc.)
Support the execution of marketing campaigns (digital, email, influencer, etc.)
Conduct market and competitor research to support campaign development
Help monitor and report on campaign performance and social media analytics
Assist in creating marketing materials such as brochures, EDMs, product pages, etc.
Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas
Support day-to-day marketing operations and admin tasks

How to apply?

View the job post here and write to Christian via this link.

Editor’s note: These positions are selected based on the “remote” tag, but some are hybrid ones, and you may need to report to the office physically. For more details, contact the employer directly.

Here are 40+ newly launched foodstuffs in March 2025 to try from CU, Korea’s convenience store chain

If you’re swinging by GS25 to check out their new arrivals (we wrote about it yesterday so click here to read more), then you’ve got to head to CU too because they’ve got a whole list of newly launched foodstuffs too this month (March 2025).

Here’s the full list:

#1: Honey Chicken & Garlic (7,500 KRW; approx. 6.86 SGD)

#2: Honey Yogurt Sandwich (1,900 KRW; approx. 1.74 SGD)

#3: Blueberry Yogurt Sandwich (1,900 KRW; approx. 1.74 SGD)

#4: Jeju Dried Tangerine Chips (2,900 KRW; approx. 2.65 SGD)

#5: Bakehouse 405 Sausage Corn Cheese Bread (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.11 SGD)

#6: Bakehouse 405 Sausage Pizza Bread (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.11 SGD)

#7: Bakehouse 405 Strawberry Matcha Cake (4,800 KRW; approx. 4.39 SGD)

#8: Lemon-Flavored Vitamins (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#9: Teriyaki Chicken Skewers (Frozen) (4,900 KRW; approx. 4.48 SGD)

#10: Culinary Class Wars Napoli Matfia’s Grapefruit-Orange Citrus Highball (4,500 KRW; approx. 4.11 SGD)

#11: Condensed Milk Latte (2,700 KRW; approx. 2.47 SGD)

#12a: HOTN’ THINGS Pizza (5,200 KRW; approx. 4.75 SGD)

#12b: HOTN’ THINGS Bacon Cheese Kimbap (3,500 KRW; approx. 3.20 SGD)

#12c: HOTN’ THINGS XO Shrimp Sauce Triangle Kimbap (1,400 KRW; approx. 1.28 SGD)

#13a: HOTN’ THINGS XO Shrimp Fried Noodles (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.57 SGD)

#13b: HOTN’ THINGS XO Chicken Burger (4,500 KRW; approx. 4.11 SGD)

#13c: Full-of-Meat Meal Box (4,600 KRW; approx. 4.21 SGD)

#14a: Vanilla Strawberry Sandwich (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.29 SGD)

#14b: Vital Lemon Can Drink (2,700 KRW; approx. 2.47 SGD)

#15a: Bakehouse 405 Truffle Curry Bread (3,000 KRW; approx. 2.74 SGD)

#15b: Bakehouse 405 Yakisoba Bread (3,000 KRW; approx. 2.74 SGD)

#16: Traditional Galbitang (Beef Short Ribs Soup) & Rice (6,300 KRW; approx. 5.76 SGD)

#17: Cream Cheese Tarte (4,200 KRW; approx. 3.84 SGD)

#18: Yonsei Muksan Whipped Cream Bread (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.11 SGD)

#19: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Stir-fried Pork + Perilla Leaves Rolled Omelette Meal Box (5,500 KRW; approx. 5.03 SGD)

#20a: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Grilled Beef Kimbap (3,300 KRW; approx. 3.02 SGD)

#20b: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Grilled Beef Triangle Kimbap (1,300 KRW; approx. 1.19 SGD)

#21a: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Fried Egg Smokey Ketchup Sandwich (3,500 KRW; approx. 3.20 SGD)

#21b: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Grilled Short Rib Patty x Double Cheese Burger (3,500 KRW; approx. 3.20 SGD)

#22a: Bakehouse 405 Peanut Cream Sandwich (2,400 KRW; approx. 2.19 SGD)

#22b: Bakehouse 405 Chestnut Cream Sandwich (2,400 KRW; approx. 2.19 SGD)

#23a: HEYROO 990 Hot Bar (Original / Black Pepper) (990 KRW; approx. 0.90 SGD)

#23b: Cherry Blossoms Edition Crab Inari Sushi (3,600 KRW; approx. 3.29 SGD)

#24: Apple House Chewy Korean Noodles + Ramyeon Tteokbokki (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.57 SGD)

#25: “Crayon Shinchan’s Full” Ramyeon (1,800 KRW; approx. 1.65 SGD)

#26: Culinary Class Wars School Cafeteria Cook Lee Mi-yeong’s Black Bean Sauce Tteokbokki (3,800 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#27a: No.1 Egg + Chicken Triangle Kimbap (2,200 KRW; approx. 2.01 SGD)

#27b: No.1 Egg + Sausage Kimbap (3,900 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#28a: No.1 Pork Braised Kimchi Meal Box (5,900 KRW; approx. 5.39 SGD)

#28b: No.1 Real Beef Burger (4,800 KRW; approx. 4.39 SGD)

#29a: Bakehouse 405 Flat Salty Mont Blanc (2,200 KRW; approx. 2.01 SGD)

#29b: Bakehouse 405 Flat Original Mont Blanc (2,200 KRW; approx. 2.01 SGD)

#30a: Yogurt Popping Tok (Coconut & Watermelon / Melon) (1,600 KRW; approx. 1.46 SGD)

#30b: HEYROO Local Chicken Skewer (Original / Black Pepper) (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.29 SGD)

All image credits to CU.

Price conversion from KRW to SGD is accurate at the time of writing.

Here are 50+ newly launched foodstuffs in March 2025 to try from GS25, Korea’s convenience store chain

If you’re flying to the land of kimchi, head to GS25, Korea’s convenience store chain, for these newly launched foodstuffs this month (March 2025).

Have fun finding and tasting!

#1a: Noodle Snack (Mayo Flavor) (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#1b: Pişmaniye-Style Chocolate (Pistachio Cream) (5,000 KRW; approx. 4.57 SGD)

#2a: Blueberry Rice Cakes (3,800 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#2b: Castella Fresh Cream Rice Cakes (3,300 KRW; approx. 3.01 SGD)

#3a: Culinary Class Wars’ Chef Yoon Nam-no’ Cupcake (3,800 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#3b: Apple Zero Sugar Drink (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#4a: Candy Bar Melon Soda (Ice Cream) (1,500 KRW; approx. 1.37 SGD)

#4b: Fresh Ball High-ball Lemon (4,500 KRW; approx. 4.11 SGD)

#5a: 1400 Coffee Series (1,400 KRW; approx. 1.28 SGD)

#5b: Beansprouts (1,000 KRW; approx. 0.91 SGD)

#6a: Stir-Fried Pork + Octopus Meal Box (4,800 KRW; approx. 4.38 SGD)

#6b: Tongyeong-style Bibimbap (5,900 KRW; approx. 5.39 SGD)

#7a: Sweet Cherry Blossom Jelly Sherbet (3,300 KRW; approx. 3.01 SGD)

#7b: Brussels Fries Potato Chips (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#8a: Baklava Pastries (3,800 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#8b: Cream Cheese (2,900 KRW; approx. 2.65 SGD)

#9a: Seongsu Baguette (Cream Shrimp) (4,900 KRW; approx. 4.47 SGD)

#9b: Seongsu Crossaint-Bagel Condensed Milk (3,800 KRW; approx. 3.47 SGD)

#10a: Real Mega Sausage Original (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#10b: Real Mega Sausage Cheese (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#11a: Chef Lee Yeon-bok’s Chinese-style Meal Box (6,000 KRW; approx. 5.48 SGD)

#11b: Boneless Pork Back-bone Stew & Rice (5,900 KRW; approx. 5.39 SGD)

#12a: Kimchi + Ham Triangle Kimbap (1,700 KRW; approx. 1.55 SGD)

#12b: Assorted Platter of Side Dishes (5,100 KRW; approx. 4.66 SGD)

#13a: Cherry Blossom Pollack Roe Mayo Triangle Kimbap (1,300 KRW; approx. 1.19 SGD)

#13b: Carbonara Instant Fried Noodles (2,200 KRW; approx. 2.01 SGD)

#14a: Grand Water Parsley Yogurt Drink (1,700 KRW; approx. 1.55 SGD)

#14b: Whole Potatoes (Salted/Honey Butter) (4,000 KRW; approx. 3.65 SGD)

#15a: Labnosh Low Sugar Protein Ice Cream Bar (Choco/Melon) (3,000 KRW; approx. 2.74 SGD)

#15b: Caramel Popcorn Fish-Shaped Waffle Ice Cream (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#16a: Hazelnut Banana Drink (1,800 KRW; approx. 1.64 SGD)

#16b: Pyongyang Cold Noodles Broth (1,600 KRW; approx. 1.46 SGD)

#17a: Pablo Cheese Baumkuchen (3,900 KRW; approx. 3.56 SGD)

#17b: Mini Fresh Cream Milk Bread (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#18a: Mala Chicken Gizzards (7,900 KRW; approx. 7.21 SGD)

#18b: Yukgaejang Noodles (4,500 KRW; approx. 4.11 SGD)

#19a: Real Double Cheese Pizza (2,900 KRW; approx. 2.65 SGD)

#19b: Butter Soy-Braised Beef Rice (5,900 KRW; approx. 5.39 SGD)

#20a: Original Hotdog (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#20b: Mexican Chili Hotdog (2,700 KRW; approx. 2.47 SGD)

#21a: Chocolate Milk (980 KRW; approx. 0.89 SGD)

#21b: Strawberry Milk (980 KRW; approx. 0.89 SGD)

#22a: Pink Crumble Cookie (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.10 SGD)

#22b: Sugar Crumble Cookie (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.10 SGD)

#23a: Shine Muscat Mochi (3,400 KRW; approx. 3.10 SGD)

#23b: Pablo Dark Choco Baumkuchen (3,900 KRW; approx. 3.56 SGD)

#24a: ILOHAS Peach Drink (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#24b: Coco Zero Mango Drink (2,500 KRW; approx. 2.28 SGD)

#25a: Spicy Cheese Ramyeon (2,000 KRW; approx. 1.83 SGD)

#25b: Mayo Tuna Mixed Udon (4,900 KRW; approx. 4.47 SGD)

#26a: Chicken Mayo Meal Box (3,500 KRW; approx. 3.20 SGD)

#26b: Soft Boiled Egg with Wild Chives Soy Sauce Triangle Kimbap (1,800 KRW; approx. 1.64 SGD)

#27a: Black Sesame Rice Cakes (2,900 KRW; approx. 2.65 SGD)

#27b: Cheese Rice Cakes (2,900 KRW; approx. 2.65 SGD)

All image credits to GS25.

Price conversion from KRW to SGD is accurate at the time of writing.