You’d be hard-pressed to find a Singaporean millennial who hasn’t tried online dating. Whether it’s about swiping on Tinder, selecting curated matches on Coffee Meets Bagel, or going for group dates on GaiGai, the internet is a ubiquitous way for people to meet one another. Not that there’s anything wrong in harnessing the internet to meet people, but I can’t help but question – would people still be able to do it old-school? For instance, if you’re at a party and you see a stranger you find cute, would you be able to approach them and strike up a conversation,…
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The future of drones is here, and it’s on a whole other level. And by that, I mean an underwater level. BIKI is a wireless and waterproof fish-shaped drone that captures 4K video. It was launched in May 2017 on Kickstarter and got fully funded in just 10 hours. To date, the team behind BIKI is more than 1000% funded and will be able to ship the drones worldwide come September 2017. Not only does BIKI capture 4K HD videos, it has a battery life of 90 – 120 minutes, can be controlled via a smartphone app or underwater controller,…
I can’t really think of anyone who visits local zoos when they travel abroad these days. Zoos are slowly becoming a thing of the past, as animal cafes slowly take over as more enticing tourist attractions. If you’ve never been to an animal cafe before, it’s basically a place where people go to view, pet, or even play with the various animals that live there. Eating or drinking in the cafe is usually a side activity that is made mandatory by some places, in order to keep the profits rolling in. There’re only cat and dog cafes in Singapore, so…
“People take us for a joke. They belittle the fact that we have dogs (and not children).” Kathir and Jannah, a happily married couple, are the ‘pawrents’ of three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels — Troy, Cassie, and Maya (from left to right). They knew for a long time that they did not want to have children, and do not intend to have any children in the future either; an unusual choice for couples in Singapore who generally go down the route of finding a BTO, getting married, and raising kids. As I sat down with them, I was hounded by these…
The ICBC (Asia) e-Sports & Music Festival, Hong Kong, is a mouthful to say, but for good reason. This festival is a combination of a concert, an e-Sports competition, and a food fair, all rolled into one. With so many things going on at once, I can understand the need for such a long name. Taking place from 4 – 6 August 2017, at the Central Harbourfront Event Space in Hong Kong, you’ll be spoilt for choice at the amount of things you can do at this festival. Just make sure you don’t miss out on watching some of Korea’s biggest pop stars,…
I’m sure you’ve heard of Pantone, or seen some of the paint swatch sheets when deciding what colour to paint your room. Photographer Jonathan Tan embarked on an experimental project to re-imagine spots around Singapore in terms of the Pantone colour chart, and it went viral on Facebook for his unique perspective that’s as fresh as a new coat of paint. Jonathan takes pictures of iconic Singaporean landmarks such as the dragon playground in Toa Payoh and the shophouses in Joo Chiat, and uses their prominent colours to create colour swatches. His style of photography here is very unique. You see, when…
Have you ever found yourself wondering if getting a drone would be worth it? You may like the idea of being able to take photos and videos from a bird’s-eye view, but might be unsure if you should invest a hefty sum of money into one. Go for this free drone workshop that will not only let you pilot a drone, but teach you all the basic theory you need to know about one. There will also be tips given that tell you exactly what resources you need should you decide to purchase your own drone. If you want to attend the…
Baybeats is the biggest local rock concert in Singapore, and will be happening this 14 – 16 July 2017 at various stages around and in the Esplanade. You can expect more than just indie rock music though – come prepared to listen to alternative, punk, and even electro rock. I’m not able to think up 13 reasons why you should go to Baybeats, but here are three pretty good ones. 1) You Get To See All Sorts Of Freaky & Fresh Bands Baybeats is the kind of concert where you get to see all sorts of artists perform. You’ll be able to…
Balenciaga, a well-known French luxury brand, recently launched a calfskin bag this June 2017 that looks exactly like the paper version you can get at the store for free with every purchase you make. Now, this isn’t the first time that Balenciaga is pulling something like this. The brand once launched a bag that looks like you just bought a brand new bed sheet set with a quilt from City Plaza. It retailed for £2325 (approx S$4100), but we all know too well how much a similar one would fetch in a home furnishing store. Or perhaps you recall the £1600 (approx…
The Tampines Eco Green park is one of a kind. It has no lights or pavements or even a distinct address on the map for that matter! This is one park that you need to visit for a unique experience that other green spots in Singapore cannot offer. Not many people know about this elusive park as it is hidden away between the expressway and Tampines Ave 12. I mean, can you see the signboard of the park in the picture above? Even if you’ve seen this scenery hundreds of times, it’s hard to realise that there’s a whole park right behind…
Melissa is the shoe brand you want to associate with when you are in need of plastic, waterproof shoes. Though plastic shoes bring clunky and ugly footwear to mind, you can be assured that Melissa has only gorgeous designs that you’ll want to wear. MDREAMS in Raffles City is the newest (and biggest) Melissa store in the world to date, having launched end of June 2017. Be sure to check out the latest Fall/Winter collection, as well as the shoes which are exclusive to MDREAMS outlets only. If you spend at least $100 at the flagship store, you can even get…
Thanks to the Singapore Heart Foundation, your furry friends can have a doggy day out this 8 July 2017 as part of the Woof-a-thon 2017. There are a ton of things to do at the event. You could take pictures with your dog at one of the designated pet photo booths, bring it for a free health screening, or dress up your furry friend so it can take part in the Fashionista Parade, and maybe even win a prize! But of course, the main thing that you can do at the Woof-a-thon is register yourself and your dog for a 2km buddy walk that…
If you have hung out at Marina Bay at night before, chances are, you’ve watched or caught a glimpse of the light show happening on the bay. What used to be called ‘Wonder Full’ has now been replaced by a new nightly light and water show called ‘Spectra’. As of June 2017, it will take place at 8pm and 9pm every day, at the Event Plaza on the Promenade. ‘Spectra’ is better than the first as it has 500 new underwater lasers that enable the graphics to show richer colours and purer whites. There is also talk of special effects being used…
Seoul has a brand new attraction that you need to check out the next time you go there. Called the Seoul Sky Garden, the space is actually an overpass that has been reimagined and renovated to become a place of leisure in the middle of the city. The park is 1km long and has various eateries and retail shops that you can visit. The sky garden also has over 24,000 trees, meaning that you can enjoy nature amidst this urban jungle. Take a lovely stroll with a unique view of the skyline, and snag pictures from a point of view…
The last few years have been filled with all sorts of unorthodox yoga classes, from cat yoga, to hot yoga, and even beer yoga. The newest type of yoga I have heard of to date, is Sunset Rooftop Yoga, and it is exactly what its name suggests. For as low as $12, you can practice yoga on the rooftop of myVillage in Serangoon as the sun sets. Both beginners and more experienced people are welcome to join. All you have to do is sign up on the website, and bring your own mat, towel and water bottle to the session. This is…