In the past few weeks, we’ve brought you on a journey of yesteryear – reliving the lau kwee things you did as a teen in the 90s, and lepak places that are since gone but will never be forgotten. For this fourth (and last) article in our ‘Going Stun’ series, this stop on the trip down memory lane will revive your childhood days with these old school snacks you probably used ...
Read MoreAll good things come to an end, and so did these old-school lepak places. So you’ve relived your (embarrassing) childhood, and checked out these presidential rides from National Days past. You’re probably wondering what other fond memories we could possibly unearth in the spirit of celebrating our nation’s birthday. For the third article in our ‘Going Stun’ series, this trip down memory lane will revisit some of our favourite lepak places ...
Read MoreEver wondered what wheels the President of Singapore uses to get around in? We did, and here’s what we found out. This is part of a series of articles about things that are uniquely Singaporean to commemorate National Day. Here in Singapore, the month of August means it’s that time of year when a red and white outfit is de rigueur for many, flags start appearing outside windows everywhere, and patriotic ...
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Entertainment, Lifestyle, Singapore
GOING STUN: 13 ‘throw face’ things 90s kids in Singapore did as teens
If you love all things retro, ‘13 ‘throw face’ things 90s kids in Singapore did as teens’ is the first in a series of articles about things that are uniquely Singaporean to commemorate National Day. Ah, the teenage years – a confusing time when it was all about self-discovery, rebellion, and making sweet memories. Being a teen in the early 2000s was an awesome experience, what with technology becoming more accessible, ...
Read MoreIf you're not fond of eating your greens, that's OK! These nature hangouts are another kind of green that're also great for your health. Have you been feeling restless or unmotivated lately? Taking a breather occasionally is important for both our physical and mental health. One study has shown that spending time in nature can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression. For a small country, Singapore has no shortage of hiking ...
Read MoreLooking for tasty food and good eats, and don't mind travelling a bit? Here's five far-flung makan places you don't want to miss! Singapore’s not anywhere near what you’d call big, considering it only takes 45-minutes or less to drive from one end of the island to the other. However, our small land area means that food and eating establishments are typically crammed into densely populated areas ...
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Lifestyle, Lifestyle Hacks, Shopping, Tips and Tricks
SMART SHOPPING: 8 money-saving tips for the new age shopper
There are some people who only shop out of necessity. And then there are others who derive immense joy from buying the most random things. Whether you’re a bargain hunter, impulse buyer or practical shopper, there’s no denying that shopping in this day and age has been made sooo much more convenient thanks to the internet. That is why it’s all the more important to adopt good shopping habits to ...
Read MoreWhile car keys are a matter of course when it comes to cars, there is a lot more to them than just starting your engines. Ah, car keys. Don’t you just love the feel of them in your palm right after you’ve bought a new car? Have you ever relished sliding it into the keyhole and giving it a good, firm turn to start your car for the first time? OK, ...
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COVID-19, Lifestyle, Lifestyle Hacks, Shopping, Tips and Tricks
PHASE 2 TIPS: Everything about sanitisers you were too shy to ask
Congratulations! You’ve made it through the Circuit Breaker. However, this also means the crowds are coming back and so will the risk of infection. A quality sanitiser can help. Read on to learn more. You know that one friend who’s suddenly become a health expert/logistics specialist because of the COVID-19 pandemic? It’s always, “Wow, you paid $8 for that face mask? Do you know I got it for $7.99 on Shopee?” ...
Read MoreSome of us love it, some of us hate it. In this article, we asked several women to reflect on their work-from-home experiences. Many of us are probably feeling positive about the good news that Phase Two will soon commence. We begin to prepare to return to work while we relish the good mood. Some of our favourite facilities are also gearing up to reopen, while others are not as ...
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