MARCUS LEONG

Last September, IKEA and electronic music artists Swedish House Mafia announced their upcoming collection of music-related home furnishing solutions. Who would have thought that Swedish House Mafia’s next big collaboration would be in the form of IKEA furniture? 

Unbeknownst to many, Malaysia has much more to offer apart from great shopping malls and relaxing massage parlours.Presenting Sabah Malaysia! Just a short two-hour flight away, Sabah boasts a ton of stellar nature spots and plenty of unique activities you wouldn’t be able to enjoy in the usual concrete jungles. Here are 10 unique activities you have to check out to make your next holiday even more amazing!

Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) and Udders Ice Cream are joining hands to release two uniquely-flavoured ice cream flavours. The ice creams are created to commemorate the leisure destination’s 50thanniversary, as SDC extends Sentosa’s festive celebrations beyond the island. The two flavours of the Sentosa x Udders Golden Jubilee ice cream are Coco Palawan and Mango Siloso. 

Renowned Scotch whiskey maker, The Macallan, has teamed up with world-renowned chefs, The Roca Brothers, to launch two gastronomical experiences. Named Distil Your World New York, the new exceptional spirit captures the essence of one of the most iconic cities in the world. It also marks the latest release in the series of single malt whiskies and gastronomic creations that explore leading locations around the globe. And if you haven’t already guessed it, the inspiration behind this experience is the concrete jungle where dreams are made of – New York City.

Pre-covid days, Bangkok was a very popular travel destination among Singaporeans. Finally, after two years of living with the coronavirus, the world of travel is slowly beginning to see the light. But, seeing that it has been two years (or more) since your last trip to Thailand, it might be a little tricky planning your itinerary because a lot has changed since the start of the pandemic. If you’re planning to fly over to the land of smiles but not quite sure what to expect, or if your favourite shopping places are still around, then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve curated some new and unique places to check out in shopping haven, Bangkok. 

Popular locally based toy designers, Wetworks X ClogTwo, have teamed up to present Shinigami: The Awakening, held at BLAXK by ActionCity, a space for pop culture, art and collectibles. The Shinigami: The Awakening exhibition is a debut event celebrating the re-birth of the artists’ previous collaboration, which spawned their iconic character, Shinigami.

The newly revamped MINT Museum of Toys has an extensive collection of vintage toys from the world’s only known Batman robot toy to toys that date as far back as the 1840s. Needless to say, whether you’re young or just young at heart, the sight of these vintage toys will transport you back in time and make you feel like a kid again. Are you ready for a trip down memory lane? 

Much to the surprise of many, it has been 15 years since LEGO last released the Technic Formula 1 Ferrari F1 Racer. Since then, a lot has changed in terms of both design and the range of Technic pieces available. The 42141 McLaren Formula 1 Race Car is the first licensed Formula 1 car from LEGO Technic. Let’s see if this LEGO Technic McLaren F1 Race Car is worth the backaches and neck aches.

The time has finally come, Malaysia and Singapore has finally opened their borders which means we can now resume our weekend trips to Johor Bahru (JB) for cheap shopping, massages, seafood and more! If you’re planning a weekend trip across the border, here are five new hotels in and around JB for you to catch a good night’s rest and recharge after all the feasting and shopping. 

Everyone longs for “financial freedom”, which for many means to be able to live a life without having to worry about how they are going to pay their bills, any sudden expenses or being in a pile of debt. Life goals like buying a car, buying a house, or preparing for a comfy retirement are easier done when we know exactly what those financial goals are. The challenge comes when our needs overlap into our wants and we find ourselves slipping further away from our financial goals. Here are the common mistakes that many people make. Let’s see how many you are guilty of!

Recently, there has been a trend in concept cafes making an appearance in Singapore. The latest edition who is ready to raise the bar for Singapore’s café scene is Soul Coffee. This futuristic café is pulling all the stops from floor-to-ceiling projections to an AI Barista, the first of its kind to ever be done in Singapore. It is as whimsical as it sounds, and there’s more.  Here’s everything you need to know about Soul Coffee! 

In line with its 10th anniversary, homegrown PC company Aftershock unveiled ‘Aftershock Endgame’, a new experiential one-stop shop for all PC gamers and enthusiasts alike. According to Aftershock, the new space “aims to redefine the PC consumer’s journey by presenting the entire ecosystem of PC components and peripherals together as a unified whole.” If you haven’t already seen the new glitzy centre all over social media, here’s a breakdown of what the newly upgraded ‘Aftershock Endgame’ HQ has to offer. 

Everyone has a complex relationship with LEGO. On one hand we all hate the immense pain we experience when we step on the little LEGO pieces. On the other hand, LEGO has a satisfying mix of creativity, tactile play and mindfulness and appeals to our competitive edge which we love. Here are 10 of the best LEGO sets to invest in this year. Just make sure you don’t leave the pieces lying around. 

Tucked away from the bustling Orchard Road is the underrated gem that is Palais Renaissance. This upscale mall has gone through quite a major shake up with some big names in the dining scene setting up shop in the mall. The mall has been spruced up and given a new lease of life in hopes that it won’t remain off the radar any longer. Feeling boujee this weekend? Head over to Palais Renaissance for some whiskey, fuision cuisine. Japanese fine dining, and more!

Nothing feels better than a nice cup of coffee in the morning. The aroma that wharfs in the air as the beans are being roasted simply warms the cockles of our hearts and gets our engines revved for the day. Coffee is a big part of almost every Singaporean be it the usual Kopi-O from our local hawker centres or a specialty brew from a café you visit on the weekends, coffee is just some of life’s simple pleasures. Attention all coffee-drinkers, these coffee roasters cafés in Singapore for a Freshly Roasted Cuppa is specially curated for you. On the lookout for the best coffee in town? Read on to find out if your favourite coffee haunt made it to our list!

Investing is one of the best ways to grow your money. These days there are many platforms out there that make investing more convenient and accessible for you. The biggest hurdle you have to cross when it comes to investing is understanding the whole dictionary of jargons. The investment language might sound complete foreign to investment newbies and unfortunately, the entire world of investing is laden with jargons. But don’t worry, we have broken down 12 most common but cheem investment jargons for you.

Whether you’re well-seasoned in your fitness journey or just starting out, you have at some point toyed with the idea of taking protein powders to maximissee your gains. Most who work out religiously would know that in order to make a difference in your muscle gain or weight loss, it all lies in your protein intake. One easy way to increase your protein intake is through protein powders. 

Razer recently launched their latest collaboration with Sanrio, the franchise that brought us Hello Kitty and Friends. The Razer Kraken Bt, Iskur X and Lumber Cushion, and Death Adder Essential + Goliathus Medium Mousepad bundle have all gotten a kawaii makeover and Razer has pretty much used all shades of pink in this latest collaboration. 

Wireless earbuds are everywhere these days. Just take a step out of your home and you can see for yourself that almost everyone is sporting a pair. The market for wireless earphones has expanded so rapidly that the options seem endless. So, we’ve taken the liberty to compile 5 of the best earbuds to get this year. 

We all last heard from British singer songwriter, Ed Sheeran in 2014 when he released his second album, x. He serenaded us with his soulful voice and his tender yet powerful ballads like “Thinking Out Loud” and “Photograph.” Now he is back with not one but two singles and judging from the sounds of it, I think it’s safe to say that the 26-year-old, ginger haired lad is set on having us fall in love with him all over again.

After almost six months of hiatus, Gong Cha has finally reopened back on the shores of Singapore. The chain is now operated under a master franchisee, Gong Cha (Singapore) and opened its first flagship store at the SingPost Centre on Dec 1.

Her fingers and her feet are gnarled and it takes time for Madam Siow Chai Hong, 62, to walk. But when she is at her work station at the workshop, she carefully pastes little magnets onto the allocated spot on a brochure. Her eyes are fixated on her work and she gives her utmost attention, making sure each piece is perfect. A task like this would be fairly easy for a regular person, but for someone whose limbs are ravaged by arthritis, it is tedious and painful. But speaking to Madam Siow, you won’t get any negative whining.

It was the first time Temasek Foundation International Specialists’ Community, Action & Leadership Exchange (TFI SCALE) came to Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City to help the villagers of Da Phouc Commune to have easy access to clean drinking water. Though the project faced some setbacks, the bond between the students proved that it could overcome any obstacle.