In two short years, Singapore will be commemorating our colonisation by the British Empire. One of the two men responsible for turning our sleepy island into a free port and regional trading hub are ever present in our daily lives, that man being Sir Stamford Raffles. Roads, a statue, a school, an MRT station and even a beer bears the name of the man many believe to have planted the Union Jack on our soil. Our history textbooks paint a glorious picture of Raffles, yet not much is taught to us about Farquhar. Aside from the giggles every time his…
Author: Mitchell Pereira
I was born a year before the Dragon babies and boy, have they been a thorn in my side. The Pantang I’m no economist or social analyst but what I intend to convey is that the traditional Chinese belief that certain Zodiac signs are better or worse is total hogwash. I’m even going so far as to say that it might result in negative effects for your child. The Dragon in the Chinese zodiac is affiliated with wealth and success. The Dragon, which is the fifth in the wheel of animals, is considered both noble and ferocious, leading many traditional…
We’re a nation of races. So with F1 looming around the corner, we’re all getting in the mood for fast action and feet stomping parties. So here’s an under-the-radar beach race and rave coming to you at Ola Beach Club in Sentosa this 11 – 13 August 2017. The rave on 12 August kicks off with homegrown act 53A taking the stage with chart-topping hits, before getting into overdrive with three international acts. DJ Otto Knows from Sweden and DJ Ivy from South Korea will lead the rave before headliner DJ Showtek brings the night to a close. The following day will…
Everybody loves receiving and nobody’s really that big on giving. And while you can always go on a shopping spree to treat yoself, why not send a surprise your way every month? Loot Crate is a monthly mystery crate of loot filled with pop-culture goodies that you receive for a subscription. Each month is themed differently and usually coincides with all the trends and happenings rife in the pop world. In each crate, you’re promised four different items ranging from T-shirts to Q-figs, that when accumulated is worth more than your monthly subscription. Lootcrate has been around for quite a…
Zen hits us in different forms and with the current amount of oddly satisfying videos available, it’s high time there’s an entire website dedicated to satisfying all your odd desires. Moodica.com is basically a website that takes you on a virtual vacation or adventure, whether you’re looking to dive amongst coral reefs or watch an animal graze in the highlands. The website features a range of videos that explore various moods. There’s a little cave for anyone and everyone to climb into and get lost for an hour, whether you’re taking a break from homework or real adult life. There’s…
Escape to probably one of the last few places on Earth untouched by Man. I bet you didn’t know that there was a totally pristine island only 150 nautical miles from Singapore. The archipelago island belongs to Indonesia, as do most islands in the region. And it boasts pristine beaches and blue lagoons straight out of a fantasy. The island is so closed off to Man that the trees have never ever been cut or burnt before. They’ve been allowed to take their own natural steps that have led to a lush canopy of jungle covering the island from one…
Loud engines, sprays of sand and loads of adrenaline. Motorcycles are fun, there’s no denying that. Even more so motorcycle races which are no doubt extreme and dangerous making it a great spectator sport, even if you’re not a grease monkey or motorcycle enthusiast. This year, the Singapore MX (Motorcross) Beach Race will be held at Tanjong Beach, Sentosa. I for one have always been excited to see anything pristine and tranquil get a little roughed up. This year’s course is designed by Pablo Toribio, a former Dominican Republic MX National Champion and trainer to international professionals such as James Stewart and…
There aren’t a lot of reasons for anyone to travel all the way up the winding roads of Genting Highlands these days, but here’s two. Held at The Ranch in Gohtong Jaya, Genting Highlands, it’s two full days of an eclectic ensemble of global and regional acts headlined by the likes of Phoenix, G-Eazy, The Kooks and Kodaline. So expect a little bit of punk, rap, electro and bubblegum goodness all in one. As with most festivals, there are quite a number of things you’ll need to take note of. Firstly, you’re going to have to be 18 years or older…
The SKECHERS Sundown Festival goes local on 5 August 2017 at City Beach Resort, Labrador Park. The music festival has been a welcome addition to fans that enjoy an eclectic mix of music from Asian nations. Acts have come from countries such as Korea, Japan, Taiwan, The Philippines and last but not least, Singapore. This year, the stage is set with a focus on local musicians, with all seven acts hailing from our sunny shores. Organisers have taken a keen aim at supporting our own homegrown talent, showcasing a harmonious blend of various genres. Ranging from Indie Rock to Mando-Pop,…
Uber sparked the trend of taxi genocide, and Grab followed suit. The latter however, does offer you the option of choosing between booking a regular taxi or a car. Not wanting to get left behind, regular taxis are understandably doing something about it. Carpooling app Ryde, which has surprisingly been around since 2014, has now partnered with ComfortDelGro. Singapore’s biggest taxi operator has finally hopped on the bandwagon with a third party transport app. Ryde hasn’t had the same commercial success as Uber or Grab, simply because it was purely a carpool platform that branded itself as a social network. It…
Local music gives us mixed feelings. Especially if the only old-timey musician you’ve heard of is Dick Lee. But we did have a fantastic array of local singers in the past, who came with a solid following as well as generous air time on local radio. They wrote their own songs and our moms and dads loved them. Try asking your folks if they remember bands like The Quest, Shirley Nair and The Silver Strings or Gingerbread. The Great Singapore Replay is hoping to jog a few memories starting this 10 July till 9 September 2017. In a bid to bring…
I’m sure by now you’d have heard that ID checks and barricades will be erected at this year’s Pink Dot (Singapore’s very own LGBT event), ensuring that stringent checks are carried out to prevent foreigners from participating (boooo). Although it may not be as exciting or atmospheric as physically being at the event, there are still ways in which you can get into the full swing of things or show your support for the LGBT community this 1 July 2017. Here are seven alternative ways to still get into the mood for Pink Dot 2017: 1. Follow The Live Feeds On Social…
HTC ran a campaign in the build up to the launch of its new flagship phone that kept me on the edge of my seat, anticipating the launch this 2017. The covert video got my attention with all the squeezing they were doing, and I had to find out for myself what all the squeezing was supposed to lead to. The HTC U 11 is, as its name suggests, the 11th flagship phone of the Taiwanese brand. The introduction of Edge Sense is what brings a unique novelty feature that meets function to the phone. Edge Sense in a nutshell lets you perform commands…
Is the term “hypebeast” familiar to you? If not, stop stabbing in the dark, balloting and queueing outside places like Pacific Plaza for a chance to get close enough just to have a sniff of a limited pair. Perhaps a few on this list are highly sought after but if you’re not looking for a colour-way that was dreamed up by Pharrell or Kanye, then dive head first into these classics. Remember that these aren’t modern designs, so the likes of any of the Knits whether they be Evo, Prime or Fly won’t be making the cut. Just plain old leather, glue and…
The Circle Line will go full circle in 2025 with the opening of its final three stations. These three stations are part of the Circle Line 6 (CCL6) segment. The closing segment of the orange line connecting HarbourFront to Marina Bay are all up for christening. Based on LTA’s criteria of being historically relevant, easily identified and reflective of our nation’s multi-cultural harmony, here are my two cents worth. 1) Keppel – Farquhar MRT Station, because it’s good for international relations with Canada since Justin Trudeau is a descendant of William Farquhar who “discovered” Keppel Bay. 2) Cantonment – New Jurong MRT…