As you walk down Orchard Road, bobbing to the beats of Elvis Presley’s ‘Jailhouse Rock’ on your Apple EarPods, you hear an orchestra of noise from the distance. The cries of an inconsolable baby, the endless chatter of gossiping aunties, the exhaust notes of a Ferrari F430. You don’t even realise when Elvis has left the building. Noise-cancellation earphones are excellent in drowning out the unwanted disturbances in the background. Without getting too technical, what it does is generate a noise-cancelling wave that counters the ambient noise. Let’s look at eight of the best noise-cancellation headphones that one can buy: 1.…
Author: Jern Yen
The Podium Lounge 2018 is Singapore’s largest and most extravagant trackside after-party for the 2018 Formula 1 Grand Prix! This year is the 10th anniversary, and it’ll be taking place at the Ritz-Carlton from 14 – 16 September. Celebrities and supermodels will be there to spice up the scene, so you can be sure that it’ll be one of Singapore’s most glamorous celebrations. Artists such as Brian McFadden (a former Westlife singer) and Keith Duffy (a former Boyzone singer) will be coming together to perform hit songs from their bands’ back catalogue. They’ll also share their experiences when it comes to…
If you haven’t had enough of the Great Singapore Sale, don’t worry! Percentile 2018 is back for the eighth time, this 14 July 2018 at *SCAPE to entice you to revamp your wardrobe. This year, you can expect a diverse range of 15 retailers, brands, and designers, ranging from fashion apparels to outdoor goods. Men, you’re not forgotten because both male and female clothing, shoes, and accessories will be discounted. You’ll get to enjoy up to 90% off! Keep an eye out for returning favourites like Actually, AforArcade, and Darts Distribution. If you are looking for trendy sneakers and other streetwear, Superga,…
The Auto-City Carnival 2018 is back for the 14th edition! It will be taking place from 6 – 8 July 2018 in Penang, Malaysia. A place where horsepower matters, and where modded cars are a work of art, this event is a car enthusiast’s heaven. Apart from the beautifully modified cars on display, attendees can also witness the crowning of the Miss Auto-City Beauty Pageant 2018. Gorgeous ladies will compete against one another for this prestigious title. For those who can’t get enough of Tokyo Drift, a radio-controlled car drifting competition will also be held during the event, as well as a modified car competition,…
Congratulations RSA Falcon! We’re proud to have you represent Singapore in the Neymar Jr’s Five 2018 Finals. Catch them battling it out in Sao Paulo, Brazil on 21 July 2018. After beating a total of 630 players from 90 teams, RSA Falcon, comprising team members Farhan, Tok, Fan, Haziq, Jiji, and Shah defeated That Team. The score was 1 – 0 at the finals, after an intense best-of-three kick-off. They’re on their way to compete in the world’s biggest five-a-side football tournament in Brazil! I know that photos cannot fully convey the heart-pumping action of the qualifier round, so you can relive the action…
You no longer have to dance alone in your bedroom, because now, you can show off your Girls’ Generation and Big Bang dance moves at the KPOP Dance Challenge 2018. Gather your squad this 22 July 2018 at Prangin Mall in Penang, Malaysia, and get ready for a groovin’ good time! There is no age limit for this competition, so everyone stands a chance. Contestants will have to form a group with a minimum of two members, and get ready to dance your heart out. To win the competition, you’ll need to ace four areas: creativity, costumes, skills, and most importantly, K-pop identity.…
Three, two, one, say, “Cheese”! It’s time to brush up on your photography skills because the Canon PhotoMarathon XVI 2018 is happening on 28 July at Suntec City Convention Hall. This year marks its 16th (yes, that’s what XVI means) edition, and it’s still going strong. With roughly 1,500 photographers taking part in last year’s competition, it’s the largest annual photography competition in the region. And you can be part of it! All you need is a camera, steady hands, and a finger to press the shutter. Whether you’re an amateur, a hobbyist, or even a National Geographic photographer, all are welcome…
Are you ready to LOL (laugh out loud) with Happily Ever Laughter 2018 at the Capitol Theatre? Back for the fourth time this 11 – 29 July 2018, the biggest local stand-up comedy act is one show you shouldn’t miss. 12 of Singapore’s best comedians will be going head-to-head in a fierce battle! They’ll be throwing unfiltered jokes, shooting puns, and slapping punchlines at each other, to see which side will emerge victorious. Be prepared for an uncensored show (not in that way) that’ll make you laugh your pants off. Comedians such as Selena Tan, Sebastian Tan, Judee Tan, and Kumar will…
I miss you, yeah, I miss you. Clean Bandit fans were definitely disappointed when they cancelled their concert, which was supposed to be held on 22 January 2018 after drummer Luke Patterson contracted a chickenpox infection. But don’t worry, they didn’t forget us! Clean Bandit will be back to perform on 15 August 2018 at The Star Theatre. At this one-night-only concert, the Grammy Award-winning trio will definitely put together an unforgettable performance. By injecting classical elements into addictive dance beats and head-bopping electronic synths, Clean Bandits will perform a Symphony you won’t want to miss. Take out your phone, or planner and note down the date. Psych yourself…
If you love Japanese culture, you’ll want to free yourself up from 27 – 29 July 2018. You don’t have to travel all the way to Japan, because Japan Expo Malaysia 2018 is back at the Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur to give you yet another Nihon experience. You’ll get to engage all five senses during the event, because there are so many activities planned out for you! Performances by various artists such as Chocolate Bomb and Himika Natsume will keep you glued to the spot. Take a snack break with Japanese food such as award-winning ramen by Chef Masahiro Ito to satisfy your hunger. And don’t miss…
If you’ve caught the travel bug, but still want to keep up with your running regime, why not combine both? Imagine competing in a half marathon, while enjoying the cool sea breeze on your skin all at the same time! Sounds good? Then you need to take part in the Runkawi Half Marathon 2018 that’s happening this 14 July. Taking place on the island of Langkawi in Malaysia, there are three categories for runners to choose from: 5km, 10km, and 21km. This gives you a chance to take part even if you’re not used to running marathons! Century Langkawi Resort is Runkawi’s official hotel…
Have you ever experienced being so engrossed in a book that you lost track of time? You’re flipping through a thriller, and next thing you know, it’s a brand new day. Now you can experience that again, at BooksActually’s 24-Hour Bookstore event on 8 & 9 June 2018. Unleash your inner bookworm along Yong Siak Street! Thankfully, this event is held from 7pm onwards on a Friday night, so there won’t be any “pandas” popping up in school or at work the next day. There will be readings by invited readers throughout the night so get ready to be transported into…
Are you between the ages of 16 to 25? Think you play like or even better than Neymar Jr.? If you answered “yes” to all those questions, then shuffle your nimble toes to The Cage @ Bukit Timah on 10 June 2018! You’ll want to take part in the Neymar Jr’s Five Qualifier 2018, the biggest 5v5 football tournament in the world. You and your team can stand a chance to represent Singapore at the finals, held in Sao Paulo, Brazil from 18 – 21 July 2018. Just be the best team present on the qualifier date and you’re on the road to…