Do You Know What You're Breathing?

From air purifiers to mould remediation, there are ways you can help create a healthier home environment for yourself and your family. We asked the team from Initial Hygiene and Rentokil in Singapore about how to breathe better air indoors.

Start the Day Right

Rise and shine! From a trendy neighbourhood café and bistro to a brunch option that lets you still have a lie-in, Singapore's breakfast scene is buzzing. Here are a couple of our favourite tables!

A Magical FOREST

Expat Living's MELANIE LAM heads to a small Japanese island for hiking and forest bathing in an exquisite setting.

Cool & Classy

Chic looks from Silk Walk's different collections that will keep you feeling breezy, whether it's in the Singapore sun or on a tropical holiday.

Ankle Agony!

Our ankles are heavy lifters when it comes to keeping us up and about. So sufferers of ankle osteoarthritis know only too well how debilitating it can be when this joint is affected. Here, consultant orthopaedic surgeon DR KEVIN KOO gives advice on symptoms, causes and treatments to ease this painful condition.

Smiles for Miles!

Early intervention dental care is in demand, and treatment options now go well beyond traditional braces.

Harnessing Art for Therapy & Growth

A look at a non-verbal therapy that helps patients navigate the complexities of trauma and aids in personal development.

Profile: Danielle Van de Velde

Tapping into Singapore's spiritual side.

Walking to Help: The MacRitchie Challenge

Since early 2023, British expat TOM PLATTS has been doing a great job raising money for the Singapore charity Dementia Singapore. What's even more impressive is that he's done it in a healthy, social and fun way!

WHAT'S YOUR HYDRATION SITUATION?

When it comes to the elixir of life, the debate between spring and filtered water has long been a topic of discussion.

Protecting Children Online

SARAH and BO from Tekkie Help take you through the steps of using Apple's Family Sharing to configure devices to create a secure online environment for your children while effectively maintaining healthy screen time habits.

Impacting Communities Globally

CHEW GHIM BOK, Chair of the Host Organisation Committee of the 2024 Rotary International Convention in Singapore, shares what's in store for the event, happening from 25 to 29 May.

Singapore Inspired!

If the time to pack up and head home or to a new posting is looming, let A Raft of Otters guide you in finding the ideal keepsake to commemorate your time in the little red dot - or the perfect departure gift for a friend!

Family Shopping Fun!

Planning a fun shopping outing with the kiddos? At Cluny Court on Bukit Timah Road, the whole family can indulge in some retail therapy, exploring a range of stores that meet the needs of little (and not so little) girls and boys. You'll find trendy kids clothing, home décor, some of the best toy stores in Singapore, and much more.

STREET TALK

An insider's guide to life in their 'hood

Living History!

The lure of the black-and-white house is appealing to many expats. But for British tour guide CAREY COOKSON, the historical significance of these colonial homes ran a lot deeper. Here she tells us all about living and raising the next generation in a little slice of Singapore.

A Sustainability Journey

Sustainability continues to be a buzzword in the furniture industry and Danish design and lifestyle company Bolia is taking it a big step further by publishing an annual e-book that gives full transparency around every detail of its sustainable credentials. We take a closer look!

Living in Harmony

Creating harmony across your home interiors is about more than just sticking with one overriding style.

A Heritage House

ANNA LAYARD's dream to live in a piece of Singaporean history came true with a move to a black-and-white house in Medway Park.

ABOUT BLACK-AND-WHITE

A look at the history and locations of Singapore's heritage bungalows.

Moving Matters

Is it possible for a relocation to go smoothly from door to door? If you engage an experienced, professional companywhether it's local or international then there's every chance it can! That was the experience of CHRIS and SHERRY EVANS during their recent move.

Smooth Moves

Relocating to Singapore or simply moving house once you're here involves a lot of logistics. ELISE WERFEL and KASIA NOSKE of Expat Handovers know from personal experience how tricky this transition can be. Here are five reasons you might want to consider getting their help for your next move.

Peranakan For The Home

Introducing beautiful art and homeware that celebrates our colourful culture.

Brunch Favourites

Looking for a fabulous spot for your next brunch fix? We've got something for everyone in this roundup-from coffees to Bellinis, and organically-sourced dishes to seafood on ice. Some are weekend bottomless brunches, others an à la carte daily affair. Either way, just be sure to go hungry!

Short-Term Stays !

Serviced apartments are ideal for many expats in Singapore on arrival or departure, between rents, or for when visitors hit town. Whether you need short-term or longerterm accommodation as a solo business traveller or a family with toddlers, teens or pets, here are a few good options worth considering.

Creating A Cave!

AEN is a designer and engineer who contacted us a while back about the renovation he was doing on his new HDB. From the photos, you'll see it’s more of a redesign than a renovation and nothing like we've ever featured before. We were pretty wowed, and are happy It’s completed so we can show you!

40 Years as a Dentist - and Still Loving It!

After four decades, DR ASHA K KARAN of Dental Essence is as passionate about practising dentistry as she was on day one. She tells us about her career and what keeps her going.

Exploring Malé

There’s a high chance you've heard of Malé, but, like most travellers, only been to the airport while transiting to a resort on an atoll. Singapore-based photographer REBECCA BERGER took a wander through its streets recently, capturing scenes of daily life on her camera. Here are her impressions.

The Venice of the East Where to stay and play in Suzhou

The Great Wall, Beijing's Forbidden City, the city lights of Shanghai and the Terracotta Warriors are frequently on travellers’ must-sees when it comes to China itineraries.

From Grape to Glass

Whether you like a fruity sauvignon blanc or a zippy pinot noir, you can have your favourite wines delivered straight to your door in Singapore. Here are our picks of the best wine delivery websites on the island - from high-end wines to affordable blends! (Many offer free delivery with a minimum spend, too!)