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Ageless Theatre: The Senior-Only Drama Troupe Pursuing Their Passion For Acting
68-year-old Debbie Lee has been a part of Ageless Theatre, a senior-only theatre troupe since 2011, fearlessly pursuing her passion for the performing arts.
Cruising Down the Danube: Exploring Eastern Europe Through A River Cruise
Floating through centuries of European history, Lena Soh-Ng finds unexpected moments on the Danube’s legendary waters via river cruising with Avalon Waterways.
Daily Living Aids 101: How Do They Make Everyday Life Easier?
Daily living aids like raised toilet seats and adaptive cutlery can empower seniors with difficulty performing activities of daily living to regain control and independence by helping to accomplish simple everyday tasks.
This 80-Year-Old “Pullup Grandma” Probably Does More Pull-ups Than You
Charlotte Lim, Instagram’s “Pullup Grandma”, believes in working out as intensely as people half her age – which is probably why she does more pull-ups than you.
Don’t Rip Us Off At Restaurants For Tap Water
Drinking water should either be free or sold at cost at decent eateries, says Neil Humphreys.
Retired And Giving Back: Silver Volunteer Dedicates 30 Hours Monthly As Medical Chaperone At SGH
Johnny Leow, a retired 63-year-old navy serviceman, is a star volunteer of SGH’s Medical Chaperone programme. Since 2023, he’s dedicated around 30 hours a month to escorting seniors for medical appointments.
From Frugal To The SKI Club: Why I Spend My Kids’ Inheritance
SKI Club, or Spending Kids’ Inheritance Club, is more than just selfishness or extravagant spending, as Sylvia Tan explains.
Estate Planning: Things To Consider
It is never too early to do your estate planning, and also make the necessary arrangements. R. Sivanithy shares some things to look out for when doing so.
Coeliac Disease: A Serious Autoimmune Condition That Is More Than Just Gluten Intolerance
Coeliac disease isn’t just gluten intolerance — it’s a serious autoimmune condition that demands a completely gluten-free diet to prevent intestinal damage and long-term health risks. Discover the reality of this often invisible disability.
The Senior Ballerina And Her “Aunty Ballet” Group Ageing Gracefully Into Their 60s
Senior ballerina Esene Png has kept en pointe for over forty years, overcoming numerous health scares, raising three children and ageing gracefully with her senior “aunty ballet” group.
From Dream To Reality: Josephine Chia’s Journey From Kampong To Literary Acclaim
Singapore Book Awards 2025 nominee Josephine Chia shares her journey towards fulfilling her childhood dream of being a writer.
Cooking For Two: One Roasted Chicken And Three Dishes
A roasted chicken from the supermarket can be a healthy, yet versatile ingredient for a quick meal. Sylvia Tan shares three dishes that you can make from one roasted chicken.