Miranda Jeyaretnam

Miranda Jeyaretnam is a TIME editorial fellow based in the Singapore bureau. She covers general news around the world.

Recent Articles

Who Is Elissa Slotkin? Unconventional Democrat to Rebut Trump’s Speech

Michigan’s ex-CIA freshman senator was tapped to present the Democratic Party’s response to Trump’s address to Congress.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

How Longtime Epstein Watchers Reacted to the Release of the ‘Epstein Files’

Reporters who have covered the case for years publicly explained why they think an ‘Epstein List’ is unlikely to ever be released.

By Chad de Guzman and Miranda Jeyaretnam

How the U.S. Right Is Divided Over the Tate Brothers’ Return

Here’s what to know about the split reactions among conservatives to the repatriation of influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate—and the trafficking charges they face abroad.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

These Companies Aren’t Ditching DEI

As some companies go along with the Trump Administration’s anti-DEI efforts, others are pushing back

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

2025 TIME Women of the Year Gala: Honorees’ Toasts

The speakers included Nicole Kidman, A’ja Wilson, Olivia Munn, Fatou Baldeh, and Claire Babineaux-Fontenot.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

14-Year-Old Avery Colvert Receives TIME100 Impact Award

The founder of Altadena Girls, a recovery fund for teenage fire victims, was honored at the 2025 Women of the Year Gala.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

Meet Dan Bongino, the FBI’s Controversial New Deputy Director

Bongino, a pro-Trump pundit and former Secret Service agent, has been called a misinformation “superspreader.”

By Miranda Jeyaretnam and Chad de Guzman

What the Founding Fathers Said About Monarchy

Trump called himself “king”—something the crafters of the U.S. Constitution hoped the country would avoid.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

U.S., Canada Play in Politically-Charged 4 Nations Hockey Final

Here’s what to know about the game.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

How to Remove a New York Mayor—and What Comes Next

Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering an unprecedented move to address Eric Adams’ future.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

N.Y. Governor Says She May Remove Eric Adams as Mayor

Kathy Hochul said she will convene leaders Tuesday to discuss the path forward after four deputy mayors resigned.

By Rebecca Schneid and Miranda Jeyaretnam

How Google Is Updating Its Products for the Trump Presidency

It’s not just Gulf of America on Google Maps. Users have also noticed changes to Google Calendar and Google Search.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

Did Kendrick Lamar Support Palestinian Flag Protest During Super Bowl?

Social media users react as Roc Nation and the NFL distanced themselves from the halftime show protester.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

The Meaning Behind Serena Williams’ Super Bowl Cameo

The tennis champion did a crip walk dance as Kendrick Lamar performed his Drake diss track “Not Like Us.”

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

West Point Disbands Clubs Per Trump Anti-DEI Order

The U.S. Military Academy disbanded 12 affinity groups and placed all other clubs under review, in accordance with President Trump's crackdown on DEI.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

How Queer Asians Are Reclaiming Lunar New Year

The family-oriented holiday can traditionally be difficult for LGBTQ+ people. Some are trying to change that.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

How Birthright Citizenship Laws Differ Around the World

Here’s what to know about Trump’s proposal to add new restrictions in the U.S.—and how that compares to other countries.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam

Breaking Down All of Trump’s Day 1 Presidential Actions

Trump issued 26 executive orders, 12 memoranda, and 4 proclamations. Here’s what to know.

By Miranda Jeyaretnam and Chad de Guzman
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