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The New Brain Juice

A Singapore-based beverage start-up is using neuroscience and AI to concoct a sparkling productivity drink with an East-meets-West approach.

It Isn't That Complicated

While the variety of watch complications out there may seem overwhelming, Swiss master trainer Gianfranco Ritschel highlights the five main families important to a budding enthusiast.

Creating Lasting, Meaningful Impact

In this joint commentary, NVPC's director of Strategy & Policy and Knowledge & Insights and CFS' director of Partnerships & Engagement delve into the past, present, and future of giving.

A Gym Revolution

How gyms in Singapore are flourishing in a post-pandemic era.

A Forgotten Hong Kong

Located between Hong Kong's northeastern border and Shenzhen, the sleepy town of Sha Tau Kok is poised for transformation as it opens up to visitors.

The Great Observer

Established poet, translator, and critic Theophilus Kwek shares his disarmingly pragmatic views on writing.

A Time Capsule in the Alps

Most come for the Alps and banks, but underneath Switzerland's democratic and efficient public persona lie the well-preserved remnants of its 200-year-old history.

Open Season

Top down in the south of France, we take the McLaren Artura Spider on an epic drive on the infamous Route Napoléon.

Spreading His Wings

From bespoke handbags to accessible collections and womenswear: Singaporean luxury designer Ethan Koh opens a new chapter for his label.

Surprising Treasures

Gina Philips, second-generation executive of Penang-born jewellery house Amee Philips, shares some best-kept secrets about the trade.

Far From the Madding Crowd

More than a Girard-Perregaux collector, entrepreneur Marc Naidu is a subject expert who identifies with the brand's DNA of quiet luxury.

Thrills and Spills

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which continues to champion the spirit of historic racing.

MISSION: IMPACT POSSIBLE

THIS IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE WHEN YOU TACKLE SOCIAL ISSUES WITH COLLABORATION, INNOVATIVE FUNDING, AND A REVIVED KAMPUNG SPIRIT.

The Philanthropy Reboot

The Head Of Social Impact & Philanthropy For Southeast Asia, Ubs Ag, Is Reshaping Philanthropy, Pushing For Accountability And Refusing To Settle For Less.

Feeling The Blues

Timeless And Versatile, The Colour Favoured By Watchmakers This Year Manifests In An Incredible Range Of Hues, Especially For Ladies-appropriate Models.

Her Royal Rebellion

Get ready to lose your head as SIX the Musical” brings Tudor queens turned pop icons to Singapore this November.

It Isn't That Complicated

Accurate until 3999, the WC Portugieser Eternal Calendar keeps ticking for posterity.

Plants and Patina

Monocot Studio transforms a nondescript walk-up apartment into a dwelling filled with light and life.

Welcome to the Auntieverse

Singaporean artist Niceaunties celebrates women, particularly aunties, who are pillars of their communities, using AI as a tool of pure automatic expression.

Beyond Skin Deep

It makes sense that the first Augustinus Bader spa in Southeast Asia is located at One&Only Desaru Coast. After all, both luxury brands are deeply committed to giving back to the community.

Bahru Beginnings

Two homegrown F&B businesses herald a new chapter with their stores at lifestyle enclave New Bahru in River Valley.

Solitude in the Sun

Get up close and personal with wildlife at Waldorf Astoria Platte Island in a far-flung part of Seychelles, where nesting spots of the endangered hawksbill and green turtles coexist with luxury villas.

Remixing Space and Time

Renowned Ethiopian-American artist Julie Mehretu flirts with the notion of the space-time continuum in creating the BMW 20th Art Car.

Tailored Perfection

Giorgio Armani's new Made To Order service offers customised garments from each season's collection to not just men, but women.

A Storied Journey

A Seiko watch gift from late hotelier Hari Harilela sparked lawyer Kelvin Tan's lifelong passion for the brand.

Building Character

Over the decades, Rolex has acquired a vast degree of in-house expertise in dial-making, which combines the best of time-honoured techniques with cutting-edge technology.

Gold Rush

In a yellow gold revival, the Piaget Polo 79 stands out for combining the maison’s duo expertise in gold artistry and ultra-thin movements.

THE REAL TEST

“WOULD YOU SACRIFICE JOY FOR THE MOST PART OF YOUR LIFE TO TRY TO DO SOMETHING WORTHWHILE, EVEN IF YOU KNOW YOU WILL FAIL?”

Heart and Soul

Heart and Soul A tour of Chopard’s central manufacture reveals its pledge to champion ethical practices and hand-forged mastery.

A Sophisticated Bachelor Pad

In this two-storey apartment belonging to a finance in professional, designer Jerry Tan of Joey Khu ID created distinct arez ork and play.