Kimberly Anne Lim
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'People think it's a 2-hour job': This footballer-turned-coach has no off days, Lifestyle News
Why I Do What I Do is an original AsiaOne series where we showcase people with uncommon professions and what it takes to get there. Gavin Lee isn't your regular football fan — it's in his blood. The 32-year-old head coach of Tampines Rovers tells us that his passion for the game started in his childhood, when he'd help out... → Read More
Shanmugam breaks personal deadlift record, wants to 'challenge' Tan Chuan-Jin next, Singapore News
Good things certainly come to those who weight. After over a year of weight training, Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam beat his personal deadlift record to a cheering crowd at Chong Pang Fitness Fiesta today (Nov 27). And the 63-year-old has already set his sights on his next challenge (more on that later). Shanmugam, who weighs "around 62kg... → Read More
Shanmugam breaks personal deadlift record, jios Tan Chuan-Jin to be his gym bro, Singapore News
Good things certainly come to those who weight. After over a year of weight training, Law and Home Affairs Minister K. Shanmugam beat his personal deadlift record to a cheering crowd at Chong Pang Fitness Fiesta today (Nov 27). And the 63-year-old has already set his sights on his next challenge (more on that later). Shanmugam, who weighs "around 62kg... → Read More
We tried on Love, Bonito's new activewear line
If you firmly believe that leggings should count as pants (as do we), you'll probably have heard of the newest activewear brand in town, cheak. Cheak — formerly known as butter. — has been acquired by homegrown fashion chain Love, Bonito, and will officially be relaunching as a new brand (complete with its first line) on Friday (Oct 21). Those... → Read More
Stories of freedom: Harley-Davidson riders on how motorcycles helped them find their purpose, Lifestyle News
Motorcycle groups are not just about fun and speed — for these two bikers, it's more about freedom and camaraderie. From raising money for charity to exploring untouched destinations, Yanisa, 43, and Mick, who is in his 50s, have had some epic adventures with their riding buddies and, of course, their trusty Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Their inspirational stories came to light... → Read More
Basics on a budget: Influencers Cheryl Wee and Melissa Koh reveal their wardrobe staples, Lifestyle News
You might be forgiven for thinking that mumfluencers and fashionistas Cheryl Wee and Melissa Koh never wear the same outfit twice. But the pair are all about basic pieces which can be styled multiple ways. If you're keen on stealing their polished looks without spending a bomb, you're in luck as Marks & Spencer has just launched its New Prices... → Read More
$8 chendol and $12 laksa dumplings: Is Singapore Food Festival 2022 worth a visit?, Lifestyle News
Prepare your appetites — and wallets — because the Singapore Food Festival (SFF) is back from now till Sept 11. Besides virtual masterclasses and tours around the island, one of the biggest draws for local foodies this year is probably the Festival Village at Bayfront Event Space. We went down to check it out on its first day (Aug 31)... → Read More
'It was a very YOLO act': She dropped out of JC to pursue Chinese dance, Lifestyle News
Becoming is a series where we showcase individuals who have had to overcome adversity to become the person they are today. As with any self-respecting zillennial, the mantra "you only live once" guides Lim Jia Yi's decision making. And it's this gumption that prompted the 25-year-old to give up her coveted spots in Dunman High's Integrated Programme (IP) and Temasek... → Read More
'Simp for me': Influencer Tammy Tay opens OnlyFans account, Lifestyle News
Influencer and non-fungible token (NFT) enthusiast Tammy Tay, better known as Ohsofickle, is breaking ground on a new online platform. The 30-year-old mother-of-two took to Instagram on Thursday (July 21) to announce that she has opened an OnlyFans account. The social media platform allows content creators to earn money by selling content such photos and videos to subscribers. "Taking it... → Read More
SAF day deals: 22% off petrol at SPC, free popcorn at Filmgarde and more, Lifestyle News
The task of keeping our nation safe is a heavy one to shoulder, but hopefully these deals will lighten the load. In commemoration of Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Day, which falls on July 1, we've compiled a handy list of the best promotions and perks available to those in the SAF and Safra members. Flash your 11B or HomeTeamNS IC... → Read More
FamilyMart Taiwan launches 'Singapore flavour' pepper milk tea, leaves Singaporeans confused, Lifestyle News
There are countless ways Singaporeans enjoy our tea, from a mug of classic teh tarik to a cup of refreshing bubble tea. And, apparently, according to FamilyMart Taiwan, if you like it spicy, you can try their "Singapore flavour" pepper milk tea, part of their recently-launched range of Southeast Asia-themed food and drinks. The convenience store chain announced the launch... → Read More
How a foetus in her fallopian tube cost this 28-year-old woman $5,000 and nearly her life, Lifestyle News
She thought she was going into the clinic for a regular check-up after a delayed period. Within the span of a few hours, Cheyenne Tan would receive a life-changing diagnosis and undergo emergency surgery to remove one of her fallopian tubes — all while her husband was on the other side of the world. Recounting the day she found out... → Read More
UE Square izakaya chef dies suddenly at 40, was planning to open own restaurant, Lifestyle News
Hideyuki Tanaka, the executive chef of MoboMoga, a Japanese izakaya at UE Square, has died of a brain haemorrhage. He was 40. Restaurant owner Daisuke Toyama announced the news in a Facebook post on April 20, sharing that Hideyuki had collapsed suddenly on Sunday (April 17) afternoon after working out at the gym. This was just two days before Hideyuki... → Read More
This spot near Keppel Bay has the best views, but it'll be closing this year, Lifestyle News
A quiet corner of Keppel Club has become the latest trending spot on TikTok thanks to its picturesque mangrove views. But would-be visitors will have to head down sooner rather than later, as the clubhouse will only remain open until the last quarter of the year, the club's general manager Desmond Chua confirmed in its newsletter in January. Its existing... → Read More
Malaysia to reopen border to fully-vaccinated international travellers from April 1, Malaysia News
Malaysia is set to reopen its border to international travellers from April 1, Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob announced in a nationwide address today (March 8). Fully-vaccinated travellers will be allowed to fly into the country without needing to serve out a quarantine. However, they will still be required to take a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test two days before... → Read More
Ampang Niang Tou Fu to close in May, some netizens blame its 'expensive' pricing, Lifestyle News
Yong tau foo lovers will have one less place to get their fix this May. Popular eatery Ampang Niang Tou Fu, located along East Coast Road, will be closing for good on May 31, according to DanielFoodDiary.com. An employee of the eatery told the food blog that the reason for the closure was that the "boss doesn't want to continue".... → Read More
Covid-19 home recovery: Need to share a bathroom? Don't know what to prep? Here's how to stay safe , Lifestyle News
With the number of new cases in the thousands each day, chances are you'll have to deal with a Covid-positive case in your household sooner or later. Not sure what exactly the Home Recovery Programme (HRP) — the default arrangement for most positive cases since last October — entails? Or simply worried about the virus spreading at home? You're not... → Read More
Steal Gal Gadot's 'old money' Death on the Nile outfits for less than $100, Lifestyle News
Famed fictional detective Hercule Poirot may have solved the murders in Death on the Nile, but we're still racking our brains over one more mystery — how Gal Gadot manages to look so good in the sweltering Egyptian climate. In the movie, Gal plays heiress Linnet Ridgeway Doyle, whose style can be summed up in two words: timeless glamour. From... → Read More
Throat ART 101: Is it a better way to detect Omicron? How do you do it at home?, Lifestyle News
We've probably all taken an antigen rapid test (ART) at this point in the pandemic. But lately, there's been some debate — where should you be swabbing? All of the 14 Health Science Authority-approved Covid-19 self-test kits instruct users to swab their noses. Recently though, the internet has been abuzz with an ART 'hack' that's said to be able to... → Read More
NUS student, 19, found dead at Cinnamon College after fall from height, Singapore News
A 19-year-old National University of Singapore (NUS) student was found dead at Cinnamon College on the morning of Feb 12, police confirmed. The woman, who was a resident at the student lodging, had fallen from a height, a spokesperson for Cinnamon College told Mothership. "Our thoughts are with the student's family and friends during this difficult time. We are in... → Read More