Review: ‘The Chair’ by Intercultural Theatre Institute explores the death penalty, justice and grief in a twisted small town
Between August and September 2023, the graduating class of the Intercultural Theatre Institute (ITI) presented a new original work at Drama Centre Black Box: The Chair, directed by theatre veteran Li Xie and performed by an international ensemble. *Spoiler alert: The following review reveals details of the play. Do not read on if you do […]
Bring out the popcorn! Japanese Film Festival celebrates 40th anniversary with over 27 films
The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) is celebrating its 40th anniversary in Singapore in a big way. With more than 27 films, including all-new contemporary hits, indie films and must-see retrospectives, this year’s festival will be the longest-running yet. The shows, screening from now till Dec 20, are shown at Shaw Theatres Lido, Asian Film Archive […]
Workouts, inspiring talks, rejuvenating activities and healthy foods: 4 ways to ‘Get Fit in Mind and Body’
Our mental and physical health are deeply intertwined. To be truly fit, one needs to work on both aspects of the body. Helping people do just that is the inaugural health and fitness event Get Fit in Mind and Body. The event is held in collaboration with Oasia Hotel Downtown to commemorate International Stress Awareness Week […]
Hit the open road and discover the freedom of a road trip in Western Australia
Western Australia (WA)is one of the world’s most spectacular road trip destinations, thanks to its rich history, hidden gems, spectacular coastline, quirky characters and stories you discover along the way. Just like a dream, it’s a place of natural wonders and rare experiences, from wine regions to coastal adventures, and from art trails to ancient […]
It’s a parade of new tenants and dining concepts at Parkway Parade
Parkway Parade, the OG shopping mall in the east, has been revitalised with a new F&B precinct. This suburban gastronomic haunt consists of 14 stores (12 F&B and two lifestyle brands) spanning across a total area of over 26,000 square feet. Discover an array of exciting new tenants and dining concepts that will keep you […]
16 best pizza places in Singapore for a delightful cheesy meal
Not a single Domino’s or Pizza Hut in sight
Don’t just ‘man up’: Lululemon and CrossFit trainer Aidan Chemaly partner to raise awareness on mental health
World Mental Health Day is on Oct 10 but in truth, we should all focus on our well-being every day. Unfortunately, according to activewear brand Lululemon’s third annual Global Wellbeing Report (GWR), the worldwide state of well-being has not improved since the company first surveyed in 2021, during the height of the pandemic. In Singapore, […]
Get closer to nature with glamping, sea sports and eco-activities on Lazarus Island
The Southern Islands of Seringat, Lazarus, St John’s and Kias are set to be a more alluring getaway destination for nature lovers, locals and tourists. Conveniently accessible from a dedicated jetty at Sentosa Cove, the islands are just a short 15-minute boat ride away. In particular, visitors to Lazarus Island will enjoy enhanced experiences with […]
Product review: Dyson V12s Detect Slim Submarine, a vacuum cleaner and mop
Ever since Dyson launched the highly anticipated Dyson V12s Detect Slim Submarine, we’ve been trying it out all over the house, testing its capacity as a two-in-one vacuum cleaner and mop. While most of Dyson’s vacuum cleaners are exclusively made for dry floors only and don’t include any mopping functionality, the Dyson V12s Detect Slim […]
Multigenerational travel: 5 tips on how to go on holiday with the extended family
According to Trafalgar Travel’s research, multigenerational travel is on the rise, with top 20 family vacation destinations being all highly cosmopolitan cities. At the top of the list is Barcelona, followed by Paris and Istanbul. The three cities have plenty to offer – green spaces, nightlife, Michelin-starred restaurants, UNESCO-listed sites, making them the destinations of […]