Explore Novena & Balestier: Novena Square / Velocity
These two adjacent malls are the most well-known in the area. While Velocity is regarded as a sports hub of sorts, we like Novena Square for its unpredictable food and lifestyle choices.
Explore Novena & Balestier: Dining in Balestier
Just a few minutes’ walk or three bus stops away from Novena is Balestier Road and its offshoots like Kim Keat Road and Whampoa Drive—a busy thoroughfare with a treasure trove of experiences. Sure,...
Explore Novena & Balestier: Shopping in Balestier
Balestier Road is where you’ll find that perfect light fixture for your home, with more than 50 shops specializing in lights alone.
Almost Famous: Taisuke Yamamoto
We're always on the lookout for locally-based talent. So when we saw the confident, self-assured Japanese rapper who is also known as Monkey King perform at a recent New Year’s gig, we had to find...
"Doors Are Intimidating": Jasmine Tay
The owner of gallery ArtGoGo by Jasmine Fine Art and Museum of Art and Design was responsible for bringing the works of maverick Chinese artists Ai Wei Wei and Zeng Fanzhi to the recent Art Stage...
Superstar Samaritans
Take your cue from these famous volunteers and philanthropists.
Valentine's Day Survival Guide
Don’t spend the most romantic night of the year alone.
Sexy Dance Classes
I-S tries some naughty dance moves on for size.
Keagan Kang: "Suddenly I Was on Wisteria Lane"
The Australian-born actor is best known for his dashing role in hit TV series Triple Nine from the mid-90s. After a long hiatus in Australia, Kang is back to star in Closer. He talks to I-S about...
Valentine's Day Survival Guide (Feb 1-7)
Don’t spend the most romantic night of the year alone.
Valentine's Day Survival Guide (Feb 8-14)
Don’t spend the most romantic night of the year alone.
Wanchai and Ratanachai of the antique clock repair shop “Be-Tek-Kuang”
Save our Streets (2)
California Fitness Orchard Moves; Safari Zoo Run; Qi Spa
Scouting Singapore’s fitness centers for our cover story last week was one heck of a challenge; testing different types of cardio equipment, enrolling in dance sport classes …
Spa and Away
Pamper your body inside and out at these idyllic spa cafés far from the madding crowd.
Having a Camera Does Not Make You a Photographer: Olivier Henry
The owner and founder of local studio Milk Photographie and new exhibition space Vue Privée talks to I-S about cameras, cemeteries and feeling uncomfortable.
Acting's A Pretty Silly Occupation: Adrian Pang
The much-loved actor and one of Singapore’s most recognizable faces started Pangdemonium! Productions together with wife Tracie last year. He talks to I-S about the reality of being an actor and what...
Nothing is Kept Locked Forever: Locksmith Lam Kong Soon
I-S speaks to the key-maker about the ups and downs of his craft.
Urban Homme Men's Spa Treatments; Refresh Day Spa; New Aesop Stockists
One thing I don’t get to try on my journeys through the world of wellness are men’s spa treatments. So I’ve started deputizing my editor to go try them for me.
Great Expectations
Two new club concepts, one blockbuster art show, an all-day indie music festival, a men’s only fashion show and, hopefully, a General Election fought tooth n’ claw—these are just some of the 11...
Terry Lee is "The Dalai Lama"
The famed producer takes a break from work in Taiwan (where he is now based) to talk to I-S about Singaporean music at home and abroad.