Lifestyle

Aug 20, 2026

A Chinese cartoon so bad you have to see it becomes a box-office hit

Many want to take a peek at how awful the film really is; it has also struck a chord with more niche...


Aug 20, 2026

Singapore’s niche perfume obsession – sales grow by double digits

In South-east Asia, fragrance is booming as collectors build scent wardrobes and local brands go global


Aug 20, 2026

An art gallery hides in this rare, double-basement home

The architecture of this detached property serves to both anchor family life and showcase the owners’ large art collection


Aug 19, 2026

She makes the impossible happen for her ultrarich clients

Olivia Ferney grew up a child of schoolteachers in Ontario. Now she’s an expert in private jets, luxury cabanas and champagne-soaked revels


Aug 18, 2026

At Beijing AI-themed bar, DeepSeek tokens come with the pints

The place is now a hub for the city’s artificial intelligence developers, investors and students; the signature drink is a US$1.50 glass...


Aug 17, 2026

Klook, SingLand bring National Day fun to migrant workers

Klook says this is an ‘important opportunity’ to recognise their contributions to Singapore


Aug 17, 2026

Disney pin fans travel far and wait long for coveted D23 collectibles

The fan convention offers collectors a chance to find limited-edition merchandise and connect with others who share the hobby


Aug 17, 2026

“Heroes” and “Nashville” actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36

A former child actor, Panettiere gained recognition voicing Dot, the young princess ant in Pixar’s 1998 animated hit, “A Bug’s Life”


Aug 16, 2026

Ronaldo hints at retirement, says upcoming year could be his last

He failed to add a World Cup title to his list of honours after Portugal was eliminated this year


Aug 16, 2026

Lithuania’s corgi racers run at their own pace

Around 130 of the dogs from eight countries take part in the annual event in a wooded park in Vilnius