Taylor Swift has us floored once again. Today, 19 Apr 2024, marked the highly-anticipated release of her 11th album, The Tortured Poets Department at 12pm SGT. However, in a surprise twist that came just 2 hours later, she unveiled another bombshell: a bonus album titled The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology, featuring 15 additional tracks on top of the main album’s 16 tracks. With this unexpected double album drop, she has proved—once again—that she truly is a mastermind of musical surprises. Credit – Taylor Swift The release of The Tortured Poets Dep ..read more

I’m sure by now, you would have read a lot of articles from other publications regarding the drama between Dona Manis Cake Shop and its competitor, Auntie Peng Banana Pie. I’ll not bore you with the tea between the 2 stalls, and have decided to do a showdown between them instead. Together with my colleague, Rachel, I headed over to Katong Shopping Centre to try out what both stalls specialise in… banana pie, of course! Now, to be very honest, neither of us have ever tasted banana pie before. Before the comment section goes bananas on us for being banana pie newbies, this article is purely ..read more

If you frequently visit Beo Crescent Market for your fix of hawker food, be prepared— the establishment will be closed for 3 months from 13 May to 13 Aug 2024 for repairs and redecoration. Credit This news was shared in the Facebook group, Hawkers United — Dabao 2020 by user Will Toh, who posted an image of a banner announcing the upcoming closure of the market hung outside its premises. The banner also added that diners could head over to Tiong Bahru Market and Blk 22A and 22B Havelock Road if they are in search of alternative markets and hawker centres to visit during the closure period. Beo ..read more

Inflation is a wealth killer if you aren’t smart with your money. While we never touched the 9.2% rate of the U.S., we did venture above the 4% range for almost 2 years and currently sit at 3.4%. The best fixed deposit rates in Singapore in Apr 2024 are all below the 4% mark. What that means is that you will need to place your money in a top FD rate bank or financial institution to maintain your buying power. Here is a list of the 10 best fixed deposit rates offered in Singapore. Please not that rates are subject to change and that terms may vary between banks and other financial institutions ..read more

Eager for a duckadent meal? Ducking Good 好吃鸭 at Geylang is the ultimate haven for duck lovers. Opened by the same folks behind Boeuf Steakhouse, it serves duck meat prepared in no less than 10 different methods. From confit, roasted, fried, spiced, herbal or in soup, the restaurant sticks to its overarching ethos of “one duck, many patterns”. Credit Customers can choose a quarter, half or whole duck. If you are looking for the best of both or, maybe even, three worlds, one can opt for bigger platters with 2 or 3 combinations of duck styles. Some top recommendations from Ducking Good ..read more

As KL evolves into a modern metropolis, it still cherishes its long standing stalls and shops tucked away in the bustling cityscape. Each of these establishments has its own rich history and tale to share, and Kei Suk Wantan Mee is no exception. Nestled within an unassuming coffee shop in Pudu, you’ll discover a stall that has been serving patrons since 1962. With over 6 decades of history behind it, Kei Suk Wantan Mee has earned a loyal following of regular customers. A notable feature of this establishment is the noodle chef himself. It was a momentous occasion for me to witness the skill ..read more

Calling all music enthusiasts! Prepare for an electrifying experience as Genting Highlands unveils its first-ever techno music festival— Sunset by NEON next month! Get ready to immerse yourself in pulsating beats and vibrant rhythms against the stunning backdrop of the highlands. Credit Prepare to kick off the festivities on 4 and 5 May 2024, starting at 5pm and lasting until late into the night. The event will take place at Resorts World Awana, specifically at the Genting Highlands Premium Outlets (GHPO) bus parking lot. What’s more, the venue will be transformed into an exciting ‘boiler ..read more

Do you remember when the popular Fortune Centre diner Japanese Curry Express shuttered in Aug 2023? You probably miss their thick slabs of salmon sashimi, too. Well, taking over their space is New Station Rice Bar, a new zi char eatery that might just fill the void in your heart. Credit If the name ‘New Station’ rings a bell, you’re probably thinking of New Station Snack Bar, the popular hole-in-wall eatery in Far East Plaza best known for its delicious salted egg and affordable zi char sets. You’re on the right track! New Station Rice Bar is the independent venture of Chlo ..read more

Moving, renovating or simply want to upgrade your home appliances? Claim your free S$300 from the government as part of its Climate Friendly Households Programme (CFHP). This expanded CFHP announced on 15 Apr 2024 ups the amount, widens eligibility and can be used for even more appliances. When it was launched in 2020, the original CFHP allocated just S$225 in e-vouchers to 1-, 2- and 3-room HDB households. With the expanded CFHP, every HDB household with a Singaporean or PR occupant is eligible. The 33% increase to S$300 is also a welcome boost. Another helpful change is that the expanded CHF ..read more

Calling all lovebirds, globetrotters, and hopeless romantics! Are you craving an adventure with your sweetheart? Forget the overused candlelit dinners and clichéd weekend getaways. This year, romance craves a bolder, more immersive experience. Explore our top 10 romantic destinations for 2024— unforgettable memories guaranteed. 1. Amalfi Coast, Italy – Romance Redefined Italy’s Amalfi Coast isn’t just breathtaking scenery— it’s a love letter brought to life! Hike hand-in-hand through dreamy villages clinging to cliffs, their colourful houses cascading towards a turquoise sea. Explore hid ..read more