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Nexus International School

“Our youngest son Shanan has been attending Nexus since 2012.

Christmas in Mount Faber

We get festive at the Mount Faber home of ELIZABETH HAY and find out what plans she has for her son Arthur’s first Christmas in Singapore.

Living South African Culture From the cape to the land of the Zudus.

LARA SAGE explores the heritage of South Africa in two different ways, first at a fun party in the Karoo, and then through a tour of her family’s homeland in the eastern province of KwaZulu-Natal.

The Spirit of Giving

Connecting expats to local charitable causes, the team behind non-profit organisation 100 People Doing Good is driven to give back. We chatted to some of its members about this bighearted and inspirational initiative.

Tigers On The Rise

Think you’ve got a tough job? Here we speak with a man whose brief is to help double the global wild tiger population by 2022. Halfway into the initiative, Mike Baltzer updates us on the progress, and tells us how wildlife spotting in Singapore can be surprisingly better than expected.

Where to Picnic - 15 Places to Lay Your Feast

“Hot and humid with a chance of rain” goes the daily Singapore weather report, but don’t let that put you off! Hit one of the following picnic spots for a fun afternoon in the great outdoors with friends and family.

5 Things I Wished I Knew-Before Having a Baby

During my four years living in Singapore, I have met and befriended fantastic women of different ages and from different backgrounds and ethnicities – some with children, some without.

Kids Go Free!

With the Costa Victoria celebrating 20 years on the water, Rebecca Bisset steps aboard to discover the highlights of its short cruises from Singapore to Malaysia, Thailand and beyond.

Is Facial Acupuncture The New Trend?

Looking to achieve instant results from a face treatment? Consider facial acupuncture.

Sport In The Spotlight

Keen to get your kids outside and away from those addictive screens? Sport is one sure-fi re way to get them moving and having fun at the same time. We asked ALPESH PUNA, director of sport at Shaws Little League, why you’d be mad not to sign your kids up for a sport today.

Cars & Coffee

Since 2006, Evergreen Rent-A-Car has been a favourite choice for expats looking to lease a car during their time living in Singapore. We caught up with managing director DANIEL ONG to ask him about the leasing market – and his other business interest: cafés and restaurants.

Moving On - Tips To Help With Your Transition Home

“All good things must come to an end.” It might be a tired cliché, but at some stage most expats in Singapore will have to face reality and return home. Some leave willingly, others are half-hearted; and then there are those who have deep reservations about their move. Wherever you sit on this spectrum, and whether you’ve lived here for 18 months or eight years, there’s little doubt you will feel some culture shock in your native country. We asked intercultural trainer, coach and German expat JALEH ALICIA NAYYERI for some advice on what to expect, how to prepare and how to handle it when you hit home soil.

Style Hunter

Who says Singapore has no fashion sense? We took our camera to the streets to snap ladies who exude individuality and an awesome personal style.

Itsy Bitsy Spiders

What to do about those pesky little veins

Wind Beneath Our Wings

We love catching up on the remarkable adventures of Singapore-based non-profit organisation Women on a Mission (WOAM). Here, Christine Amour-levar recounts the group’s recent trip to Mongolia.

Is Menstrual Cup Right For You?

This tiny little device can save you money, save you a hassle and save the planet. But is it right for you?

Can Preschool Affect Your Entire Life?

Studies agree: access to early education can change the trajectory of the rest of your life.

Music & The Preschool Mind

Studies show that exposure to music at early ages helps children speak more clearly, develop a larger vocabulary and strengthen social and emotional skills. We spoke with White Lodge’s RAIHANAH RAIMI about the power of music to the mind of a child.

The Uni Journey: Exploring All The Options

Need some help choosing where to go to continue your studies?

There Is Hope

If you are really blue or know somebody who is, this story is a must read.

Catch It Early - Five Procedures That Could Save Your Life

Whether you’ve got symptoms or not, it never hurts to chat with your doctor about things you can do to stay up to date with your health. Here, we shine the light on five different ways you can get checked for critical health issues – with advice from the experts.

Who Doesn't Adore The Maldives?

The Maldives has been on Lindsay Yap’s bucket list for the longest time, so it’s no wonder she made the most of her recent five-day getaway to the tropical island nation.

Talk Of A Lifetime

“Nothing is certain but death and taxes,” wrote Daniel Defoe in 1726. People love to whine about taxes, but clam up whenever anybody talks about death … and that needs to change. Simply put, talking about life’s grand fi nale needs to be on everybody’s agenda.

Give Me Shelter

These animal welfare groups make a wish for Christmas.

A New Face For This Furniture Favourite

A favourite Singapore furniture store takes on a new moniker.

Tech Troubleshooters

We chat to a British couple about their IT support company that can help to streamline your home or office.

Party Stories

Every celebration, whether it’s a product launch or a wedding, requires a huge amount of planning. NICK OXBORROW understands the challenges of running a fun, fabulous – and seamless! – event all too well.

Expats Behaving Badly: What Are The Legal Ramifications?

What can happen when expats behave badly

Behind The Wheel

The team from Keng Soon Auto shares what’s affecting car prices and the advantages of renting – even if it’s just for a day

Step Back In Time

The shophouses of Joo Chiat and Katong have a long and rich heritage, which is being preserved by their modern-day inhabitants. We’re invited into one that has been meticulously rejuvenated – and we find out why a boy from Yorkshire has chosen to settle in Singapore.