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Hit The Slopes
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Hit The Slopes

Tis the season … for some skiing! Here are five great spots in North America to head to for your fix of winter powder.

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December 2017
Heart Of The City
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Heart Of The City

REBECCA BISSET bookends a trip to New Zealand with a stay in an impressive boutique hotel right in the centre of Auckland.

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December 2017
Just One Dress
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Just One Dress

Inspired by the power of a gorgeous gown to boost self-esteem, CAROL CHEN, founder of dress rental service Covetella, is on a mission to make women look and feel beautiful. We chat in her new showroom about the brand’s special makeover, startup life and how to bounce back from failure.

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December 2017
Helping Hands
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Helping Hands

What would you do if the unthinkable happened and your child died from cancer-related complications? LESLI BERGGREN launched a charity to help others.

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July 2019
A Dose Of Self-Care
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A Dose Of Self-Care

As you read this, you may well be sitting in the doctor’s surgery, anxiously waiting for your name to be called.

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September 2018
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Bukit Timah Bella

We find out how this Casabella cluster house was transformed from a beige beast to this family’s dream home.

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September 2018
Enter The Arena!
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Enter The Arena!

Get set for some high-tech fun!

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September 2018
Face To Face
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Face To Face

We talk to JEFF DEVENS, author, school psychologist and more, about mental health, the impact of a transient life and the power of social media.

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September 2018
Keeping Love Alive
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Keeping Love Alive

Losing somebody we love leaves an empty hole in our lives. And while each loved one forever leaves a footprint on our heart, for many, it’s also important to mark a life with a meaningful memorial.

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September 2018
Artist In Residence
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Artist In Residence

We find out what makes multi-disciplinary artist CHLOË MANASSEH tick.

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July 2018
Squeezing Lemons - Part Two Of The Saga Of A Dying Car
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Squeezing Lemons - Part Two Of The Saga Of A Dying Car

My car was possessed. No, seriously: I’m sure it was possessed. I named it “Evil Dr Lemon”.

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July 2018
Time To Go To The Snow?
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Time To Go To The Snow?

There’s no outdoor skiing in Singapore, of course, but it’s well placed for reaching the slopes. Whether you’re aiming for a Northern Hemisphere destination around the turn of the year, or a mid-year trip to Australia or New Zealand, here are some itinerary ideas.

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July 2018
Style Hunter
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Style Hunter

In need of outfit inspiration? Every month we interview someone about their own personal style and where they love to shop!

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July 2018
See The Light!
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See The Light!

Is it the fault of your parents that you’re shortsighted? Yes and no, as VERNE MAREE finds out, while also suggesting a few paths to better eyesight.

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July 2018
Tooth Talk - Your Dental Queries, Sorted!
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Tooth Talk - Your Dental Queries, Sorted!

Six reputable dentists and orthodontists in Singapore answer some of our top tooth-related questions.

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July 2018
Far Horizons
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Far Horizons

Does VICKY HOGG have the best job in the world? Alongside “mystery hotel tester”, her role as a luxury travel specialist rates very highly. The Londoner moved to Singapore in September 2016 to launch the second international office of luxury tour operator Scott Dunn. We sat down together at The Fullerton Bay Hotel recently, to chat about the company, her career in travel and what she hopes to bring to travellers in Singapore.

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January 2017
Modern Mix
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Modern Mix

Austrian expat STEFAN, and YEE HUI from Singapore, met through work colleagues back in 2004; they married two years later, and now have two gorgeous children, Lara and Lukas. They also have a lovely home: a condo apartment in Bukit Panjang, which they totally renovated.

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June 2017
In the Hot Seat
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In the Hot Seat

With ten years of running successful outdoor furniture company OHMM under his belt, we felt it was time to put owner KEVIN BOLAND in the hot seat and find out more about the man behind the brand.

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June 2017
Driving For Charity
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Driving For Charity

Could you travel 1,000km in a tuk tuk?

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June 2017
Kids First
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Kids First

Where do children fit in a divorce?

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June 2017
Lifestyle Co-Working
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Lifestyle Co-Working

The way the world works is changing. As the contingent workforce of freelancers, entrepreneurs and start-ups grows, so the physical space in which work happens is undergoing transformation.

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June 2017
Art Appreciation
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Art Appreciation

Big or small, loving the artwork you have in your home is a must — no matter what the value. These readers tell us how they followed their hearts to buy the perfect piece for them.

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October 2017
Shorter Stays
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Shorter Stays

We chat to WINSTON LEE, regional head of special projects for PropertyGuru Group, about what shorter lease terms mean for tenants looking to rent private properties.

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October 2017
A Mother's Love
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A Mother's Love

We chat with local theatre director GLEN GOEI about his passion for performing and the upcoming Wild Rice production, Mama White Snake.

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October 2017
Building Foundations
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Building Foundations

UWCSEA parent ALISON OZAWA SANDERS talks us through her recent house-building experience in Cambodia.

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October 2017
The Breast Way Forward
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The Breast Way Forward

So, the oncologist has confirmed the diagnosis: breast cancer. Once you’ve absorbed the initial shock, what are your options? In this Breast Cancer Awareness month of October, VERNE MAREE finds out more from two doctors and several survivors.

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October 2017
Rock Your Run! Six Helpful Tips For Beginners
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Rock Your Run! Six Helpful Tips For Beginners

Looking to get fit with a running regime but don’t know where to start? MÁIRE NIC AMHLAOIBH, RUNFIT Coach and Senior Physiotherapist at UFIT, shares six helpful tips for newbies. Happy running!

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October 2017
Live-Aboard, Sentosa Style
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Live-Aboard, Sentosa Style

Does the idea of buying a four-bedroom home in Sentosa for $750,000 sound unbelievable? Well, it’s not; the only difference is, it’s a live-aboard boat. We spoke to Capri’s current owner, Canadian DANY BOLDUC, and his American fi ancée Leah Hevey, about the appeal of marina life, and why he’s giving it all up to be a landlubber.

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August 2017
What Is The Hungry Ghost Festival?
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What Is The Hungry Ghost Festival?

What Is The Hungry Ghost Festival?

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August 2017
Encouraging Independence
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Encouraging Independence

LIANE SHAW of Shaws Preschool passes on some useful tips about equipping preschoolers for school, helping them to be more independent, and promoting good eating habits.

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August 2017