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How Well Do You Know Your MAC?

Whether you're new to Mac or you've been using one for years, there are so many hidden features and functions of its operating system that can help boost productivity and ensure you're getting the most from your device. Here, SARAH and BO from Tekkie Help share nine quick tips and tricks from their "Master Your Mac" training workshop!

Recipe CORNER

Learn to make a classic rum cocktail, plus barbecued pork with exotic flavours.

Love YOUR HOME!

There are some fabulous art galleries, home décor and furniture shops at Dempsey Hill to help you create a space you really love and parking is free!

PARAGLIDING - HANGING FOR THRILLS

We find out where to travel in the region to experience paragliding, through EL contributor NEIL ARMSTRONG. (He's tried it twice and says it's amazing - if a bit nerve-wracking at first!)

Our Home

ARTI MITTRA talks to us about the home she loves in Bukit Batok. It's a 2,300-square-foot ground-floor apartment at Park Natura Condo.

Matters of The Heart

We talk to Singapore cardiologist DR LESLIE LAM about his career, his passion for philanthropy and his love of wine.

FIND YOUR FIT!

There's no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to achieving your health and fitness goals. So, finding the right fitness studio for you is a worthwhile investment in your wellbeing. From one-on-one fitness coaching and group workout classes to nutrition support and triathlon training, here are 13 gyms in Singapore that go beyond the basics with holistic health and fitness offerings.

A Raft of Ideas

We talk to DIANE HALL about her life in the region, her adventure into entrepreneurship, and how she had to take a different direction because of the pandemic and changes to the LOC in Singapore, which affected so many small businesses. It ended up pushing her to embark on something even bigger!

Bibs & Bobs For Babies!

A look at some thoughtful baby accessories that provide parents with a helping hand - from baby swaddles to bottles, bibs and weaning cups.

Gourmet Dinner Parties Made Easy

After a successful Easter highlighted by organic Welsh lamb and handcrafted local Easter eggs, gourmet grocer Sasha's Fine Foods has unveiled its newest selection of products.

Black & White Delight

Most of us would dream of living on 30,000 square feet of land – anywhere in the world! This couple are lucky enough to live in this gorgeous black-and-white in a quiet cul-de-sac off Stevens Road – and they have the yard space to shout about too! Radha Manwani talks us through their journey.

Five Outdoor Activities To Keep You Fit And Feeling Good

Here are five outdoor activities in Singapore to keep you fit and feeling good.

28 Never-Before-Seen Artworks

Anna Berezovskaya's current exhibition at REDSEA Gallery features an awe-inspiring collection of 28 never-before-seen artworks that have been four years in the making.

The High Life: Bangkok

On a recent return to Bangkok, we got the latest updates on an impressive new development springing up next to one of the city's best-known green spaces - and we didn't miss the chance to explore the Thai capital's renowned food!

A Curated Fashion House For All

Ariane Zagury yearned to create a contemporary fashion line for women in Hong Kong, where she was based, so she moved away from the world of finance to do exactly that. Happily for us, she has since expanded the business to Singapore.

Best Of Both Worlds!

Anne-Kristin Vaudour and her husband Arnaud love heritage homes; they previously lived in shop-houses before moving into this historic black-and-white house. The bonus is that it's set in the grounds of a modern condo, so they get all the facilities and community - but still the grand space!

8 Things To Do In New Zealand

This month, one of our favourite countries to explore is reopening its borders and welcoming international visitors. If you've never been before, here's a taste of just a few of the highlights!

Summertime Camps

Keep your kids busy with a fun and educational camp during the upcoming school holidays!

Booze in a Flash!

From craft beers and organic wines to spirits (including alcohol-free) for your next cocktail at home, we've sussed out some of the best drink delivery services in Singapore. Psst... a few even offer free island-wide delivery!

Fight the Frizz!

It's a never-ending battle with humidity when you live in a tropical country like Singapore. That's why we looked to these six salons to help us rescue our frizzy tresses and transform them into lustrous locks!

Long Brunch Of Gourmet Goodies With Free-Flow Champers

We love a weekend, and we love a brunch – and there’s nothing quite like a long brunch of gourmet goodies with free-flow champers as the cherry on top! Here are some to try when your next weekend rolls around.

Effortless Jewellery For Day Or Night Wear

Curated by J brings in effortless jewellery for day or night wear.

4 Common Shoulder Injuries And How They Can Be Treated

Here are four common shoulder injuries that could land you in an orthopaedic surgeon’s office – and how they can be treated.

A Tropical Escape Close To Singapore

Travel is starting to make a comeback, and we couldn’t be happier! (We can feel the sand between our toes and the chilled cocktail glass in our hand already…)

The Benefits Of Drinking This Water!

My father never drank water – he said it made him gag! There are lots of excuses around why we don’t drink water, or enough of it, but for me it comes down to taste, what’s in it and what’s not in it, and how easy it is to access.

Find Your Perfect Serviced Apartment!

Need help finding the right place to stay in Singapore? If you’re here for business, serviced apartments can give you more space than a hotel. Or perhaps you want some short-term accommodation while house hunting – either as a newcomer or someone between leases. We’ve rounded up a few fab short-term accommodation options (and longer if needed) for all types of guests, from solo businessmen to families arriving with bags, kids and pets!

8 Ways To Improve Your Gut Health

If you’d like to say goodbye to bloat ing and other tummy troubles for good, you’ll need to get your gut health in order. Here, gastroenterologists in Singapore share how you can improve your digestive health naturally with certain dietary and lifestyle changes.

Style Decisions

KARIN RYSGAARD, owner of Cocoon Styling and co-owner of Island Living, chats about her different homes in Singapore, including this East-side abode – plus some budget saving tips!

An Answer to Addiction

Addiction is an insidious mental health issue – and a topic fraught with taboos and misconceptions. Addictions today go beyond better-known issues like alcoholism and gambling, offering their own challenges to sufferers and their loved ones. ANDY LEACH is an experienced psychotherapist from Promises Healthcare; he tells us more about addiction in Singapore and effective treatments.

Room To Move

After years of living in the heart of Hong Kong, relocating to Singapore gave JC FULFORD-SMITH and family the chance to enjoy more space and a lush location near the river.