Inspiring Figures
Losing one’s sight would have fell the most staunchest of men. But for one man, he used that setback to become a champion for the visually-handicapped.
US cover model Valerie Ramsey has graced many magazines and ad campaigns, as well as runways and TV. And she’s 71!
Pounding the pavement for a once-a-week run is usually an afterthought for most of us after a busy day at work. But to intrepid 57-year-old Jaffar bin Ahmad who works as an office assistant, running six days a week is just a piece of cake. And he takes part in ultra-marathons too.
This tireless grandmother knows no bounds and has incredible love for her 11 grandchildren. In spite of her many roles as grandmother, she continues to look forward to being a friend to her grandchildren.
He may have lost one title but he has gained another. He doesn’t have to lick his wounds anymore.
This spunky woman has traded in being an employee to being her own boss and has found meaning in her life.
He has been a long-serving employee at Robinsons and still enjoys coming to work serving the many generations of customers.
Three families bond together while making traditional recipes and competing in front of the camera.
This grandmother of four has found newfound cousins in her journey to discover more about her ancestors.
Ann Leong has taken it upon herself to do what she can for seniors and get them to exercise. She leads an active group in Bukit Batok Nature Park in an energised workout that leaves the heart pumping and seniors coming back for more the next day.
A 76-year-old woman has found her calling, to reach out to women with menopause and those who suffer from colon cancer. A warm hand can make a world of difference!
There is no denying that this man is an ambassador for volunteerism and enjoys helping people.
Nothing is standing in the way of this gutsy Swiss native and if it did, she would happily sail through it!