Monday 18 March 2024

[Post 410] Sentosa Sensoryscape: Nature-inspired trail to boost island's world-class standing


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A new attraction is targeting to elevate Sentosa as a top global destination. A nature-inspired trail is opening on Mar 14 and it will link the island's beaches to Resorts World. It is believed to be the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. Along with the flora and fauna, it is also featuring artificial intelligence. Aslam Shah with this sneak peek.

[Post 409] This Singaporean designs figurines that are highly sought after worldwide | Remarkable Living


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Singaporean Jackson Aw’s Mighty Jaxx is widely regarded as one of the most influential producers of collectibles and lifestyle products – many of its designs are sold out in a flash.

Sunday 17 March 2024

[Post 408] Scoot CEO Leslie Thng on Singaporeans’ fave destinations and budget airline misconceptions


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How does Scoot decide on its destinations? What are the most popular destinations among Singaporeans? CNA Lifestyle sat down with Scoot’s CEO Leslie Thng for the lowdown. (Video: Try Sutrisno Foo, May Seah)


[Post 407] I’m A Rare Female Truck Driver In India And This Is How I Survive


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Yogita Raghuvanshi has been a long-haul trucker in India for over 20 years. She drives through rain in the foggy mountains of Cherrapunji, one of the world's wettest regions, to pick up goods. 
She talks about the dangers of her job, tricks to survive in harsh environments as a woman, and being away from her children for long periods. 

[Post 406] Thailand’s ‘Little Russia’: Why Rich Tourists Are Rushing To Buy Phuket’s Luxury Houses


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Phuket is seeing a post-pandemic property boom, as wealthy Russians seek new investment and home opportunities amid the Ukraine war. Aided by relaxed visa rules and legal loopholes, Russians became the island’s second largest group of foreign condominium buyers after Chinese clients in 2023.

But some locals are worried.

Saturday 16 March 2024

[Post 405] Young Hawkers Fight & Innovate To Keep Singapore Food Culture Alive | Belly Of A Nation | Part 4/4


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America was a gamble for our Hawkerpreneurs. It’s the anniversary of the New York experiment; Will Alan give up his chicken rice venture after a slow start and will Syafiq finally find his stand-alone store? Meanwhile, Stephen of The Original Vadai realizes his mother’s dream of setting up their first overseas outlet in Malaysia. Will the Singapore Vadai be accepted by the country’s main culinary competitor? 

For those who chose to stay in Singapore, we see them constantly battle with the dynamics of modern times, primarily the lack of manpower. Debbie tries to convince a group of high-schoolers the merits of the hawker trade. Mr Lee of Ghim Moh Chwee Kueh finally finds someone to be a torchbearer of his Michelin-starred business, Filzah and mum venture into making light work of laborious rempah preparation. With challenges and complications constantly piling up, will they overcome their problems or will they fall victim to this giant pressure cooker?

Friday 15 March 2024

[Post 404] Chicken Rice In New York City? Hawkers Bring Singapore Food Abroad | Belly Of A Nation | Part 3/4


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In a small 70s style hawker centre, we meet Ismail and Hamida who are probably the only ones who make the Indian Karipap from scratch. 

In contrast to their simple lives, three young hawkers are fired by ambitions. Alan Choong of Prawnaholics, Lee Syafiq of Ashes Burnitt and Terry Neo of Kopifellas. They follow the old pattern of roaming hawkers but this time, they’ve moved far afield to New York, taking personal risks to set up their American branches. We go behind the scenes to see how they cope with manpower, the lack of ingredients, high prices and most of all, the important lessons surrounding the taste of home. Who are their clients, do they need to compromise and what plans are afoot for expansion?