Travel

Aug 25, 2024

Soilbuild Construction Group, WeavInsight recognised for balancing profit and purpose

TWO companies were recently recognised for their efforts to balance attention to their bottom lines with their “corporate purpose”, that is, what they do to also actively contribute to people, society, governance and their environment and economic impact.


Aug 25, 2024

How the Venice Film Festival became an ‘Oscar launchpad’

THESE days, the race for the Oscars starts in Venice, Italy. Of the past 10 best picture winners, four have premiered on the lagoon, including, most recently, Chloe Zhao’s Nomadland in 2020. That film also took the festival’s main prize, the Golden Lion, making it the second film after Guillermo del Toro’s The Shape of Water (2017) to claim that double distinction.


Aug 23, 2024

A century of memories: SICC’s Bukit golf course marks milestone in style

The 18-hole course has played host to dozens of international events over the past 100 years


Aug 23, 2024

In the wake of tragedy, CrossFit faces an identity crisis

CrossFit has found success as a workout regimen for everyone. But the CrossFit Games may tell a different story


Aug 23, 2024

2024 Maserati Granturismo review: Capability, comfort, cofango

Maserati’s latest grand tourer trades boisterousness for refinement, but still leaves you eager for more


Aug 23, 2024

Tokyo’s tax agency will auction off US$390,000 Ferrari it seized

TOKYO’S tax office has a Ferrari for sale.


Aug 23, 2024

Climate change a mixed blessing for sun-starved Irish vintners

AT A tiny outpost in the wine world, Ireland’s handful of winemakers are cautiously eyeing long-term growth potential as climate change warms up its cool climate.


Aug 22, 2024

Soaring to new heights

Iconic collections from Omega, Longines and Bell & Ross boast improved designs and upgrades


Aug 22, 2024

Singapore’s fine-dining scene in dire straits; more closures expected before year end

Poor market conditions are forcing operators to cut losses or pivot to survive


Aug 22, 2024

Singapore Night Festival revisits your childhood dreams

From paper planes to carousels, the festival takes you back to a simpler, more innocent time