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5 Scenic Golf Courses in Southeast Asia
Five of the most amazing golf courses can be found less than a three-hour flight from Singapore. Located in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, you can have your pick from golf courses on volcanoes, by the sea, or on faux hills
Get Your Health Checked Within An Hour At This New Clinic In Jewel Changi Airport
The Minmed Wellness Collective is part health screening facility, part wellness and fitness hub with yoga, barre, pilates and spin classes conducted nearby throughout the week.
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How Much Should You Invest as a Silver?
At different stages in your life, you have to adopt different approaches to investing. What strategy should you consider when you’re 50 versus when you’re 60 or 70? We walk you through your options.
All Aboard The Guided Bus Tour Back In Time To Singapore’s Past
Role-playing tour guides tell the tale of Singapore’s founding years while you journey from the heartlands to the heart of the city.
The Thrills And Ills Of Booking Flight Tickets & Hotels Through Third-Party Travel Sites
Online travel agencies and flight aggregators offer customers a great deal. But what’s the catch?
GastroBeats 2023: Food Streets, Play Zones and Fun For The Whole Family
Live music, beer tents and over 50 vendors peddling local, Thai and Taiwanese street food await at GastroBeats 2023, The best part? Entry to the month-long event is free.
Transformers Transform Marina Bay Sands at World Premiere
Fans of the Transformers series thronged Marina Bay Sands for the world premiere of Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts which promises more robots and more action.
New Private Dialysis Clinic Opens In Bukit Panjang HDB Community Space
The dialysis centre managed by Swedish healthcare company Diaverum can serve more than 70 patients.
Beneath The Thorns: Why Durian Season Seems To Be Getting Longer Than Ever
Demand for the King of Fruit remains as strong as it’s ever been. So why does durian season seem to last longer, with increasingly abundant harvests? SilverStreak asks durian plantation owners.
Overcoming Physical And Mental Mountains: Trekking Tips For Silvers
A Singaporean climber recently went missing after summitting Mount Everest. Silver mountaineers and trekkers urge caution for budding adventurers while dishing out some practical advice.
Bali Bounces Back as a Tourist Destination
Bali has bounced back from the pandemic and is showing signs of thriving as a holiday destination that offers lovely accommodation, great food and lots of outdoor activities. Those who’ve been to Bali before will notice there are some changes that have reshaped the island life.
Dealing With Family Fault Lines as a Caregiver
While caregiver stress is well accepted as a result of caring for an elderly person, the family dynamics play a big part in how the stresses can be made worse. While many families don’t like to air their dirty laundry, it’s good to speak with a neutral party for some emotional comfort.
Dragon Boat Festival 2023: Have A Traditional Bak Chang Feast With Singapore’s 8 Best Glutinous Rice Dumplings
Singapore’s hotels and restaurants present an exciting mix of traditional glutinous rice dumplings, healthy options and unique twists on the age-old bak chang formula for the 2023 Dumpling Festival, which falls on 22 June.
The 8-Step Method for Better Eye Health, Based on Research
Take control of your eye health and lower your risk of serious ocular ailments with these science-backed steps.
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3 Tips For Taking Impactful Photos
Cities offer streets of inspiration for Lionel Leo. The avid photographer has travelled the world, camera in hand, to snap a remarkable variety of street shots that capture the mood of a city. He shares some key photography tips.
4 Ways Tech Can Help Us Live With Greater Purpose
Let technology be your constant companion as you head purposefully into your favourite activities. From mobility aids to watches that monitor your vitals and fins to propel you there’s a tech fix to fit your needs.
The Ultimate Guide For A Silver-Friendly Johor Bahru Trip
Johor Bahru, the southernmost gateway to Malaysia, offers plenty for the savvy silver traveler.
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5 Profound Benefits Of Writing An Autobiography
Guided autobiography workshop facilitator and silver advocate Normala Manap talks us through the myriad benefits of committing your life story to paper.
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Are the Best of Times Behind Us?
Sylvia Toh Paik-Choo laments some of the losses she’s encountered as she moves from the tactile to the digital world. A physical party has so much more to offer than a Zoom party. Real food, for one!
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Your Investment Toolkit To Keep You Going In Your Golden Years
For those looking at retirement down the road, how much would you require to live comfortably, and how far away are you from that target? Here are a few investment scenarios and possible strategies to consider.
Pokemon Go, Go, Going: Why This Mobile Game Is Still Popular with Silvers Seven Years Later
In the world of fast-moving mobile games, Pokemon GO has maintained a strong cult following – particularly with silvers. SilverStreak finds out why.
Is the Lump on My Breast Normal or Cancerous?
The median age of a breast cancer diagnosis is 62 and nearly 20% of women diagnosed are over the age of 75. Get that lump checked!
Blurring Boundaries at Singapore International Festival of Arts 2023
The excitement around the arts bubbles over on many platforms as the Singapore International Festival of Arts 2023 opens on 19 May. SilverStreak speaks with Natalie Hennedige, the Festival Director about the inspiration behind some of the works.
The Roads and Sites Less Travelled in Malacca
Plan for your next visit to Malacca by taking the road less travelled. Jasmine Adams takes you on a trip through Malacca’s less-travelled food destinations and sites.
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Compare it! Cheery Hangouts with Cheap Lunch Deals from under $20 Per Person
Where is the best place in town for a leisurely and casual lunch?
4 Common Tech Problems Faced By Silvers and their Solutions
Navigating the digital world can be rife with challenges for the technologically semiliterate – these are some common ones.
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Silver Spotlight: Tan Kheng Hua — A Very Active 60
Actress Tan Kheng Hua talks about her life as an actress and turning 60. Living in Canada where the TV series Kung Fu is being filmed, she is also enjoying the opportunity to take in the wonderful scenery and discover romance again.
Mother’s Day 2023: 7 Best Restaurants & Set Menus For Every Type of Mum
Raise a glass to the special women in your life with these Mother’s Day set menus and special offers.
6 Restaurants Serving Authentic Local Food, Ranked Cheap to Cheaper
A satisfyingly authentic and lip-smacking feast for any budget.
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Remembering Singapore’s Famous Football Coach “Uncle” Choo Seng Quee
Reynold Godwin Pereira has written Uncle Choo, a book about coach Choo Seng Quee’s winning methods during Singapore football’s heyday in the 1970s.
Bird Paradise: What to Expect From Mandai’s Newest Wildlife Park
The 17-hectare successor to Jurong Bird Park features walk-through aviaries, themed restaurants and play areas for the kiddos.
S’pore HeritageFest 2023: 8 Must-Dos, Including Silat Class, Sports Day and a Bus Ride to Nowhere
he 20th edition of the Singapore HeritageFest culminates in a nostalgic sports day, where you’re encouraged to turn up in your old PE attire – if you still fit in it.
Caregiver Stress: Coping With Elderly Parents
When your elderly parent develops dementia, your whole life changes as a number of emotions converge to send you on a rollercoaster ride. James Leong, an independent counsellor has advice for those who are in this difficult situation.
Thirst For Knowledge: Sommelier Ignatius Chan on How to Up Your Wine Game
The veteran sommelier and vino aficionado dishes out insider tips and tricks to bring you from wine enthusiast to expert.
European Film Festival 2023 Focuses On Sweden
This is one for the cinephiles: two weeks of prominent films that best capture the essence of contemporary European cinema.
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Age – Look Beyond The Numbers
The silver generation is game to keep contributing to society while they can. But is a mix of well-intentioned policies going to result in this experienced group being deprived of the opportunity to lend their voice?
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Everyday Singaporean Apps
How do the various shopping and dining apps compare in terms of ease of use and benefits? We check out government, banking and retail apps to find out what works and what should be improved.
Explore Fukuoka’s Unique Charms By Car
A driving holiday through Fukuoka takes you from ryokans to onsens and earthquake zones and even a hint of Venice.
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Cannes I Take Your Photo Please?
Sylvia Toh collects autographs and wefies with celebrities. Her methods may be old school in this age of smartphones and Photoshop but it’s all about the thrill of the chase.
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The Vinyl Record Guru That Chooses His Customers
For The Record’s owner, R Alagirisamy, has more than 43,000 records to his name – but he might not let you have a single one.
SATA CommHealth Pilots Airbag Vests That Protect You From Falls
The reusable vest deploys in just 0.18 seconds, almost instantly protecting the wearer’s head, shoulders, chest, back and hip joints.
Strengthen Yourself With Outdoor Exercises
It’s easy to keep fit and build up your strength by using the conveniently located outdoor exercise equipment provided at the many big and small parks in Singapore.
What’s the Big Deal About Collagen?
Everything collagen from soups to supplements have been popular in recent years. But what exactly is collagen, and do we really need more of it?
Heritage Grub With Old-School Charm At Rempapa
Chef Damian D’Silva’s latest eatery offers an eclectic showcase of Straits-style cuisine in serene surrounds.
The National Museum Wants Seniors To Hang Out at Reunion
Titled Reunion, the tranquil hangout spot is the first purpose-built social space for seniors – including those with dementia – in a local museum.
What Your Choice of Camera Says About You
A beginner’s guide to understanding the eight most common camera types and what they’re used for.
Big Dreams About Small Things by Artist Wilfred Cheah
The former commando and interior designer turns recycled materials like foam board standees and cardboard boxes into mini-recreations of ’70s-era HDB flats, kopitiams and provision shops.
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Silver Spotlight: Adrian Tan — Lawyer, writer, and “King” of Singapore
Lawyer, Adrian Tan was all set to make an impact as President of the Law Society. But then he was diagnosed with cancer, which rejigged his priorities. In this in-depth interview, he talks about being a lawyer, a writer, an educator and a fighter.
Grooving to Teresa Teng: the Healing Power of Music Therapy
Find out how music therapists are helping silvers rekindle forgotten memories with their favourite love ballads.
Hanoi’s Old-world Charms
There’s a palpable sense of history in every move you make in Hanoi. Vietnam’s capital has some reminders of the nation’s birth as well as food and drinks unique to its history and culture.
