When we talk about flip-flops, we often think about Havaianas. Yes, we’re talking about he rounded head rubber flip-flops can be worn anywhere, and for some, everywhere. Did you know that the first pair of Havaianas was made in 1962 and was inspired by the traditional Japanese sandals—the Zori? The rice straw soles on the traditional Zori inspired the grainy texture on the Havaianas rubber soles today. 58 years later, the Brazilian slipper brand is going back to its roots to release a line of flip-flops—the Tradi Zori. It is developed for the urban style, with a square base made…
Author: Nicole Han
Zoom has effectively made its way beyond work-only uses—now an avenue for social gathering, dating, and even events, too. With social distancing measures in place, virtual Zoom weddings are becoming the norm. It gives everyone a chance to partake in the joyous occasion despite our less-than-ideal circumstances. Wedding vendors, too, have adapted to the changes that our current climate brings. Pixioo, a local photography company, has taken their shoots virtually. Can’t seem to wrap your head around it? Here’s how it works. With an unconventional twist to the familiar service, there are some preparatory steps required—such as looking for potential…
Listen up, all office goers, and property managers. As life gradually gets back on track and with the office becoming our second home again, we must ensure that our workplaces are safe for everyone. We think that this Comfort Acrylic Shield will come in handy in protecting office goers from the potential spread of COVID-19. It is retailed by Singaporean furniture shop Comfort Design Furniture. It is a transparent shield that helps to partition spaces and is a perfect tool to enforce safe distancing without compromising the office’s interior design. This acrylic shield comes in customisable sizes and is suitable…
While environmental problems have taken a backseat in the last few months—with more pressing COVID matters, Nike is taking the forefront in addressing critical climate issues with its new collection—the Space Hippie Collection. Constructed with “space junk”—like post-consumer and factory waste—Nike is setting a new benchmark in its recycling efforts and responsible designing. From its uppers to its layered soles, this collection boasts Nike’s lowest carbon footprint scores in manufacturing footwear with every minute detail while having sustainability in mind. The yarns on the Flyknit uppers are made from 100% recycled bottles, T-shirts, and yarn scraps. The recycled ZoomX foams…
It’s hard to smile amid the storm but perhaps one day we can look back at this great global historical lesson that our human race has endured and beam in gratitude that it is finally over. The #DearCovid19SG initiative is a collective memory bank to allow us to pen down our memories while they are painfully fresh. It is a partnership project between the National Youth Council and local marketing agency, DSTNCT which aims to bring young Singaporeans from all walks of life into a common channel to share and uncover their stories together. We’ve selected seven stories that represent…
Today, YouTube is home to a myriad of great content and talented content creators. Over 300 hours worth of videos are uploaded every minute and almost 5 billion videos are watched every single day. We all love YouTube, don’t we? Especially for those who do not own a Netflix or HBO account, YouTube is probably your go-to friend. Have you ever wondered what the first video that was uploaded to YouTube was? Take a look at the full 18-second video below. The first video uploaded on YouTube is titled “Me at the Zoo”. It was uploaded more than 15 years…
On Monday evening, many areas of Singapore witnessed a magnificent rainbow across the sky—a heartwarming sight to mark the end of the Circuit Breaker and a start of a new season for the nation. The wonders of Mother Nature never cease to amaze us, and we’re in for a new treat this weekend. If you’re up for it, peek out of your windows on 6 June, 3:12 am, and see if you can spot the strawberry moon outside your balcony. If you do not have the privilege of working from home and thus staying up late, fret not—this full moon…
Upholding the safety of its drivers and passengers has always been Grab’s core value, hence, GrabProtect is setting higher bars of hygiene standards in ride-hailing to minimise the spread of COVID-19 on its transport services. As life gradually resumes and Grab’s services slowly resume as a norm, users can expect to see these safety measures implemented progressively in their new ride routine towards end June 2020. 1. Enforcing hygiene habits through technology There are two new features on their application—an online health and hygiene declaration form and a masks selfie tool. The online health and hygiene declaration form confirms that users…
It is safe to say that 2020 is a bad year for many. Friends, it’s alright—we don’t need to smile even when we don’t feel like it. No one is going to blame you for wearing your heart on your sleeve and displaying a “resting b*tch face”—a cultural slang used to describe an emotionless face that unintentionally looks unkind and serious. Even our toys should reflect the exasperation of their owners. A Malaysian online retailer, Life Warehouse, is selling “Life is Hard” chubby animal cushion. It comes in two animals—toucan and fox. Unlike the usual friendly cuddly care bears we…
Take a look at this picturesque view of a forested terrain with its quaint blue lake, a slightly overcast sky, and the warm orange rays peeking through mountains. It’s the view of an ideal holiday we have missed greatly now as the entire world goes on lockdown. But don’t be deceived. Many Samsung phones have fallen prey to this scenic view and devices have crashed once it is set as a wallpaper. The raiser of the case, who goes by the identity of Ice universe (@UniverseIce) on Twitter, issued a stern warning on his Twitter account cautioning netizens against downloading…
I’ve never been a game addict, but the latest of the release of Animal Crossing has got me curious about its latest version. To anyone who’s as clueless as I was previously, Animal Crossing is a Nintendo game and the brainchild of Katsuya Eguchi and Hisashi Nogami. The social simulation game revolves around a human avatar that lives in a village inhabited by anthropomorphic animals. The character carries on their day-to-day with different activities like hunting, fishing, and preying. It is an open-ended game that relies on the game’s internal clock to simulate the ‘real’ passage of time. It is…
Working from home has got to be the best thing ever but virtual meetings can be a little bit of a headache especially if you are like me—stuck with a cluttered snack rack or an old family photo mounted on the wall as my backdrop. Virtual backgrounds are a quick fix to cover up the mess. And you know what’s even better than a virtual background? Why, a Studio Ghibli virtual background, of course. Our beloved Studio Ghibli has compiled popular scenes from its films, made them into wallpapers, and has graciously made them available on its website for free…
Rejoice, we are less than a week from Phase 1 of our safe reopening. As our nation gears up for this first phase, CapitaLand—Singapore’s largest mall network—is rolling out innovative tech solutions to enhance the safety and well being of their shoppers, tenants, and employees. There are five enhanced safety measures we can look forward to. 1. Anti-microbial coating Along with increased frequency in cleaning schedules at high contact areas—like lifts, customer service counters, and toilets—the specific contact points are coated with anti-microbial disinfectant to enhance the cleanliness in the malls. 2. Disinfected floor mats From June 2020 onwards, a…
What is Herd Immunity? Herd immunity, as its name suggests, happens when many people in a community become resistant to infectious disease thereby stopping the virus from spreading. To better appreciate how herd immunity works, we must first understand how immunity works. Our body develops protection against viruses in two ways. First, by ‘experience’—when we are infected with a disease, our body learns to fight it. When we recover, our body retains the immunological memory of recognising and fighting the disease the next time the virus attacks. The second is through vaccinations. Even without contracting the disease, our body creates…
When Eliud Kipchoge broke the two-hour marathon record in Vienna in October 2019, I teared. I believe many running enthusiasts out there feel the same—a shared dream of striving beyond human limits came true. During the record-breaking race, the running legend was wearing a prototype of the Nike Air Zoom Alphafly NEXT%. Good news to all avid runners—starting from 2 June 2020, Nike is releasing these limited pairs of shoes. Yes, we can now own these record-breaking shoes! NEXT% embodies the vision of all marathoners which is to push the boundaries of personal performance. The soles of the shoes are…