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Leftover Beer: How To Turn It Into Homemade Skincare Products And Cleaning Agents
Often used in cooking or as marinades, unwanted leftover beer has lesser-known skincare and cleaning applications too.
Finding PEASE: The Growing Community Of Silver PMETs Preparing To Ease Their Life Transitions Together
PEASE is part specialised mid-life transition programme, part community.
Singapore’s F&B Crisis: Our Hawker Centres Are Too Important To Fail
During tough times, supporting our favourite F&B outlets is better than squeezing every dollar out of them.
Caregiving Fest 2025: Senior Models Strut The Catwalk For SG60-Themed Fashion Show
Caregiving Fest is happening as part of Caregiving Welfare Association’s annual Caregiving Week flagship event.
Shingles: Symptoms, Risks, And New Vaccine Subsidies For Seniors In Singapore
Shingles, a painful infection linked to chickenpox, is most common in those over 50. With government subsidies for the Shingrix vaccine kicking in since 1 September 2025, here’s what you need to know about shingles and why vaccination matters.
Adult Diapers For Travel, Concerts, And Long Queues: One Writer’s Honest Review
Often seen as a medical aid for seniors, adult diapers can also be useful for travellers, concert-goers, and anyone who simply can’t hold it in. One writer shares her surprisingly liberating experience – and why it’s time to rethink the stigma.
Asian Board Games Like Mahjong, Weiqi, & Carrom Gets The Spotlight At ACM’s New Interactive Exhibition
The exhibition, starting 5 September at the Asian Civilisations Museum, will feature more than 150 pieces of Asian board game history.
From Humble Beginnings To Bespoke Legacy: How Meiko Tailor Dressed Generations Since 1977
Meiko Tailor has been run by Chung Chi Kwong and his wife, Saw Yock Lan, since 1977, making it one of the longest-running tailors in Singapore.

Kulai: A Quaint Weekend Escape Right Next To Johor’s Premium Outlets
Kulai is accessible by train, bus, or car from Johor Bahru, with journeys no longer than 45 minutes.

Journey Through Xinjiang: Exploring The Silk Road’s Revival, Ancient Cities, and China’s Stunning Landscapes
From the vast Gobi Desert to the snow-capped Tianshan Mountains, follow a journey across Xinjiang where the ancient Silk Road comes alive through breathtaking landscapes, timeless cities, and a vibrant mix of cultures at the crossroads of Asia.

Nimble At 90: Nonagenarians That Stay Active, Stylish, And Full Of Life
These remarkable nonagenarians show that life at 90 can be nimble, vibrant, and full of purpose. Their stories reveal the habits and outlook that keep them thriving well into their golden years.
Active Ageing Festival 2025 At One Holland Village: Wellness Talks, Health Booths And Community Fun
Discover the latest in healthy ageing, wellness, and eldercare at the Active Ageing Festival 2025, happening on 27 September at A Good Place @ One Holland Village.