/articles/pen-pal-initiative-helps-young-people-bond-seniors
Whenever her family brings in the mail, 16-year-old Clarisse Ng eagerly hopes there will be a letter from Madam Chan, a person she has never met.
If she spies a familiar envelope on the dining table…
/articles/no-more-dining-out-you-can-still-eat-well-home-these-two-recipes
SINGAPORE - You may not be able to dine out for now, because of new restrictions introduced on Friday (May 14) to curb the spread of Covid-19 cases in the community.
But you can certainly still dine…
/articles/know-five-common-diseases-edible-plants
Pests are organisms that cause damage or injury to plants. Generally, they can be insects, pathogens such as fungi, bacteria and viruses and plant parasitic nematodes. Here are five common pathogens…
/articles/how-deal-your-unwanted-clothes
From donating to repurposing them, here a few green ways.
Sometimes, you need to let go of the old to make way for the new.
We are talking about the old dresses, jeans and tops you have buried deep…
/articles/getting-root-gardening
Get to know five root vegetables you can grow in your home garden, perfect for use in preparing a tasty dish in the kitchen.
Arrowroot
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea) grows well in fertile,…
/articles/shy-and-elusive-birds
Crakes and rails are terrestrial swamp-dwelling wading birds that live near water bodies and in forested areas of Singapore. These omnivores have strong long legs that enable them to walk and run…
/articles/askst-can-whatsapp-and-facebook-read-my-messages-or-listen-my-calls
SINGAPORE - On Tuesday (Jan 12), messaging app WhatsApp clarified the changes to its terms and privacy policy that kick in on Feb 8. This is what it said, and more.
Q: What is the purpose of…
/articles/want-own-home-business-dont-know-where-begin-here-are-some-tips
Growth of online platforms has made it easier to create an alternative source of income or fulfil an entrepreneurial dream, but consider goals before investing time, money.
Ask almost anyone and they…
/articles/eat-your-native-greens
“Eat your greens!”
Growing up, many of us are familiar with this common exhortation. And if you are a parent, this is a phrase you often have to use to persuade your children to consume their…
/articles/new-year-resolutions-how-forge-good-habits-and-break-bad-ones-2021
SINGAPORE - As 2021 approaches, many people might be making resolutions to start positive habits, especially after a year of disruption.
But how can you optimise your chances of making good habits…
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/articles/kyushu-rail
Explore an active volcano, soak in a sand bath and dip into hot springs while crossing the island in south-west Japan on a scenic train journey
As the powerful steam locomotive rumbles and roars…
/articles/chic-cambodia-travellers
SIEM REAP - I admire the gorgeously plated minced chicken invigorated with tender local herbs and topped with parmesan cheese and a blue-hued butterfly pea flower.
But are those fire ants…
/articles/ipoh-and-chill-what-do-your-next-weekend-getaway
IPOH - Ipoh has all the ingredients for an ideal weekend getaway. Street food is cheap and delicious, the flight is just over an hour long, and the pace is laid back enough to come back feeling…
/articles/aloha-alternatives-discover-different-side-hawaii
Discover a different side of Hawaii, which is more than just beaches, volcanoes and tiki huts
Hypothetically speaking, you do not like sand, sunning yourself on the beach or the thundering surf. Let…
/articles/waltz-through-hip-vienna
Old-world charm meets hipster chic in the Austrian capital
"What are Austrian hipsters like?" I once asked an Austrian friend.
He confirmed that the species existed in recognisable form…
/articles/venturing-world-home-business
Are you a retiree, working part-time, or a homemaker with adult children and more free time on your hands? Perhaps you are looking for ways to remain socially and mentally active, while earning an…
/articles/hidden-hong-kong-nature-trails-traditional-eateries
The city may be a popular holiday destination for Singaporeans, but there are plenty of hidden gems – from lesser-known nature trails on the outskirts of the bustling metropolis to traditional…
/articles/take-fresh-look-batam
The Indonesian island is raising its hip factor as more cool cafes set up shop and more sightseeing tours and activities get offered
The communal table before me is piled high with Instagram-worthy…
/articles/art-coffee-and-views-jeju
The popular South Korean holiday island boasts stunning museums and scenic vistas
Jeju is made for romance. It even dots the "j" in its name with a heart, in its official tourism logo.
…
/articles/roast-chicken-indian-spices
If there is one question housewife Lim Jen Jen asks herself every day, it is: What shall I cook today?
Rather than rack her brain, she is part of a WhatsApp chat group of about 10 housewives…
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