Lifestyle

Singaporeans are on a search for every way to maximize rewards and cut household spending thanks to the new grocery discount scheme offered by banks. Well, when making weekend shopping trips to get essential items for the week, you might be wondering “Can I use DBS Saturday Savings together with CDC Vouchers at Sheng Siong?” Getting through the Sheng Siong …

The colourful lanterns, vibrant parades, traditional dances and an uncountable list of delectable food stalls are all hallmarks of the summer festivals that are celebrated throughout Japan.  At the popular festivals, visitors are sometimes taken aback by the number of vendors peddling tasty treats such as takoyaki (octopus balls), yakisoba (sausages), kakigori (hisamaya ice lollies), and even the grilled squid …

The Sawankhalok Chinese Opera Festival 2026 is not only about watching and enjoying traditional Chinese opera and cultural arts but also, it’s one of the best times to taste the rich taste of northern Thailand. The festival lasts from July 3 to July 12, 2026, transforming the surrounding area into a vibrant night market atmosphere with delicious and traditional Thai …

Moving to Southeast Asia is a lifestyle upgrade like no other, but understanding the tax situation in each country can be tricky. In 2026, Bangkok and Jakarta have completely restructured their financial policies. For example, Thailand Revenue Department recently shut down some loopholes in the regulation of remittance of cash from offshore, and Indonesia is still working on clarifying tax …

The government has stepped-up aid measures for vulnerable groups as they try to deal with rising fuel prices and economic uncertainty ahead of the country’s 128th Independence Day. In addition to the national efforts offering cash assistance and fuel vouchers, multiple LGUs have been launching extra ₱2,000 fuel assistance and transportation assistance initiatives for qualified beneficiaries. The support would help …

Being a gold owner meant having to visit a busy jewellery store, discuss a high mark-up price, and rent a lockbox from a bank to secure gold assets. In the past, if someone wanted to own gold, they had to pay an excessive markup at a jewellery shop and secure a bank lockbox to store the gold. But, in a …

Southeast Asia is known as one of the best places for a lone woman traveller. Whether in tropical islands or thriving urban areas, ancient temples, or colorful night markets, the region has an experience to remember and it’s affordable. The countries are generally safe to visit, although there are petty scams to be aware of in popular tourist destinations like …

The digital entertainment ecosystem lives on speculation, and social media apps in Indonesia are enjoying a new obsession. Rumors have swirled around a certain online presence, making it the centre of attention—and the heart of the storm—of the internet, in a short time. It’s a bit like a wave of online speculation that’s just hit the sweet spot for popular …

In Southeast Asia, the digital world is now a virtual dugout. You’ve undoubtedly noticed that a lot of great photos of your friends and influencers have been turned into superstars if you’ve been social media gazing recently. If you’ve been social mediaing over the last couple of days, you’ll have seen some high-quality photos of your friends and influencers that …

Driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic in a big city is a challenge for any driver. For people who are in the driver’s seat of a manual transmission car, however, city driving is not just a pain in the rear end, it’s a high-friction war zone for your car’s drivetrain. As of May 2026, automotive experts have observed a rise in early …