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The renovation of the Philippine embassy in Singapore unveils a striking new chancery for overseas nationals
The newest iteration of the Philippine embassy in Singapore not only raises the island nation’s diplomatic profile, but also provides a home away from home for its citizens abroad.
Singapore’s orchid diplomacy is a different kind of flower power
Being a good gifter is a rare gift. Singapore has it down to a fine art and it's helping the country's diplomatic relations bloom.
Hotelier Andrew Zobler shares his blueprint for scaling up in hospitality without losing brand appeal
The Sydell Group was acquired by Hilton in 2024 but has remained true to itself as it expands to Singapore.
In Singapore, protecting national heritage begins in its shops
As local shops are squezed under economic pressures, the city-state’s National Heritage Board is stepping in to preserve Singaporean national identity.
Singapore Art Week 2026 proves that where capital flows, culture follows
This year’s Art SG fair made a compelling case that you don’t have to wait for an art scene to ‘happen’ – it can be cultivated through time, intention and resources.
A small mystery in Singapore sent my print-mad heart on an Asian odyssey
Singapore Residents and occasional visitors to the microstate might recall our little bureau/boutique/café operation in a modernist townhouse in Chip Bee Gardens. As far-flung outposts go, it still ranks as the best set-up we’ve ever…
A new wave of young Singaporean chefs is shooting for Michelin stars with hawker fare
Young restaurateurs are transforming hawker-inspired dishes into innovative fine dining, sparking debate over whether the Michelin Guide will finally recognise the city-state’s evolving culinary identity.
From pizza in the Alps to Japanese fine-dining in Helsinki: Where to eat next
These restaurants offer an extra kick alongside their imaginative and varied menus: an ambience and style that is very much their own. Plus, we highlight some bottles to always have in your kitchen cabinet.
This year’s evolution of Singapore’s National Day song shows how the young country’s identity is shifting
Singaporeans belt out a new National Day anthem every year, but what do these patriotic tunes tell us about the city-state’s place in the world?
