Private home prices, rent in Singapore highest in Asia-Pacific

Cost of private homes and their rent was the highest in Singapore in 2022 while the prices in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) fell to what they were around five years ago, as per a study conducted by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Asia Pacific Centre for Housing. According to ULI’s 2023 Asia Pacific Home Attainability Index, the median price of a private house in Singapore was USD 1.2 million in 2022 — the highest among the 45 cities surveyed that includes India’s Mumbai and Delhi

Strawberry full moon in June 2023: What it means for your zodiac sign

The strawberry full moon in June 2023 marks the end of spring, ushering in bright summers. Also known as the strawberry supermoon, the full moon symbolises abundance and prosperity. It also represents the blooming flowers, fruits and bountiful nature and will be fully illuminated at around 11.41pm EDT on 3 June 2023 for anyone in North America, Europe or Africa. That’s roughly 11.41am SGT on 4 June for those in Singapore. Here is what this supermoon stands for, its meaning and the full moon’s r

Who Should Make the Rules That Govern AI?

One question for Laura Weidinger and Iason Gabriel, research scientists at Google DeepMind, a London-based AI company, where they both focus on the ethical, political, and social implications of AI.  Left photo courtesy of Laura Weidinger; right photo courtesy of Iason Gabriel Who should make the rules that govern AI?  We think that everyone who will be affected by these technologies should have a say on what principles govern them. This presents a practical challenge—how do we gather t

Scottie Pippen calls Michael Jordan a “horrible player”

Scottie Pippen is causing quite the commotion in the basketball community for calling Michael Jordan a “horrible player.” Not the first time the legendary Chicago Bull alumni threw shade at Jordan, this callout was aired on Stacey King’s “Gimme The Hot Sauce Podcast” where Pippen was asked to crown either LeBron James or Michael Jordan as the better basketball player to which Pippen named James as the “greatest statistical player.” View this post on Instagram

Cannes winners: Justine Triet and two other women directors who won Palme d’Or

The prestigious 76th Cannes Film Festival concluded on 27 May 2023 with the announcement of the award winners for the top prizes. French filmmaker Justine Triet won the Palme d’Or for her film Anatomy of a Fall, becoming only the third woman director to win the award after New Zealand’s Jane Campion and France’s Julia Ducournau since the festival began in 1946. Including Triet, a record seven women directors were in the running for the highest honours at the glamorous film festival held in the

Know all about Dogstar, the band with which Keanu Reeves reunites after 20 years

Hollywood superstar Keanu Reeves played in public for the alternative rock band, Dogstar, for the first time in two decades on 27 May. Performing at the 2023 BottleRock Napa Valley festival in California, he played his trademark bass and was an absolute hit, as per his faithful fan following.  Dogstar was co-founded by the John Wick star in 1991, and he was the band’s bassist and backup vocalist. In a recent interview with Billboard, he revealed his reason for reuniting with band members guitar

The 20 most-followed Instagram accounts in the world

From Cristiano Ronaldo to Selena Gomez, two Kardashians and a Jenner, these are the most-followed Instagram accounts in the world. Instagram has come a long way since it launched back in 2010. Once a simple photo sharing app, the ‘Gram has evolved into many things: a way to keep in touch with old friends; a place to start new flings; a portfolio for creatives of all kinds to showcase their work; a battleground for social justice; a shopping and e-commerce platform; a gallery of whatever NFTs ar

Know all about Dogstar, the band with which Keanu Reeves reunites after 20 years

Hollywood superstar Keanu Reeves played in public for the alternative rock band, Dogstar, for the first time in two decades on 27 May. Performing at the 2023 BottleRock Napa Valley festival in California, he played his trademark bass and was an absolute hit, as per his faithful fan following.  Dogstar was co-founded by the John Wick star in 1991, and he was the band’s bassist and backup vocalist. In a recent interview with Billboard, he revealed his reason for reuniting with band members guitar

7 new K-dramas in June 2023 you shouldn’t miss

The Korean drama world has been abuzz with brilliant titles in 2023 so far. For instance, shows such as The Good Bad Mother which was released in May, and the big release in January titled Crash Course In Romance, have solidified the position of K-dramas as mainstream entertainment like many other compelling shows in the past. While May gave audiences a slew of fascinating Korean dramas like My Perfect Stranger, the new roster of K-dramas to be aired in June 2023 promises hilarity, suspense as

9 best Indonesian restaurants in Singapore for authentic dishes

Indonesia has gifted us one of the most vibrant cuisines in the world, a slice of which diners can delve into at these best Indonesian restaurants in Singapore. The Southeast Asian nation is made up of 17,508 islands and over 300 ethnic groups, all who have their own say on a particular dish. Compounded with influences from China, Portugal, the Netherlands, Spain, the Middle East, and the United Kingdom, Indonesian food – also known as Nusantara cuisine – can simultaneously feel both hyper-focu

5 timepieces that stole the show on ‘Succession’ Season 4

Against a backdrop of sky-high penthouses, super yachts, and exotic lakeside villas, it should come as no surprise that a show centred around wealth and power features some very notable timepieces. Beyond mere props, these luxury watches on HBO’s Succession – especially those in Season 4 – are an expansion of the ‘quiet luxury’ movement and a feast for horology-loving eyes, but they also serve as an exquisite plot-driving device. As viewers gear up for the grand finale of Succession and season

Discover Rimowa’s legacy in creating lasting memories as the German maison celebrates its 125th anniversary this year

Scratched, stickered, weathered and time-worn with patina… If there’s ever a badge of honour for sophisticated jetsetters, a seasoned Rimowa suitcase is it. How did this premium German luggage maker attain its cult status – from its founding in Cologne in 1898 to the brand of choice for the well-heeled today? The answer: 125 years of exceptional design, innovation and savoir faire in the world of travel. A Rimowa is a time capsule of your most unforgettable travel memories Heritage of Innovati

LSA Weekly love horoscope: A tarot reading of May 29 – June 4, 2023

“Love is more than a noun – it is a verb, it is more than a feeling – it is caring, sharing, helping, and sacrificing.”  This quote by William Arthur is the befitting meaning and definition of love. There is no fixed definition of love. It is an interpersonal relationship. Love is friendship, and love is being happy in the happiness of your partner. Affection, intimacy, physical attraction, and romantic overtures are add-ons for romantic love. Read along to see what the cards foretell about Jun

6 worst breakfast foods to avoid in the morning

We have all grown up hearing that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. While that is the gospel truth, nobody has probably specified what the right foods for breakfast actually are. While cereals seem the easiest and most fuss-free choice, are they really good for your health? In this article, we decode the worst breakfast foods that make an unhealthy breakfast, so you kickstart the day in the healthiest way possible. How you start your day sets the mood for the rest of the day. Whi

Cannes winners: Justine Triet and two other women directors who won Palme d’Or

The prestigious 76th Cannes Film Festival concluded on 27 May 2023 with the announcement of the award winners for the top prizes. French filmmaker Justine Triet won the Palme d’Or for her film Anatomy of a Fall, becoming only the third woman director to win the award after New Zealand’s Jane Campion and France’s Julia Ducournau since the festival began in 1946. Including Triet, a record seven women directors were in the running for the highest honours at the glamorous film festival held in the

Get your weekly fix of K-dramas with these titles starring the ‘son of Netflix’ Song Kang

From hosting the popular music show Inkigayo to being a permanent fixture of the variety series Village Survival – South Korea’s newest celebrity heartthrob has done it all. However, it’s his acting prowess and versatility that earned him the title of the ‘son of Netflix.’ If you’ve yet to be acquainted with Song Kang, here are a few K-dramas to add to your watchlist. Currently in the headlines for the highly-anticipated thriller-romance drama My Demon, Song Kang has quite the exciting filmogra

Fun ways to apply sunscreen as we celebrate National Sunscreen Day!

It’s National Sunscreen Day! Not a Hallmark holiday but a day dedicated to every dermatologist’s favourite skincare essential. On the occasion of National Sunscreen Day, we decided to share with you how you can apply this UV-protecting cream and have fun with it. Gone are the days when sunscreen application involved applying a thick cream that left a white cast behind. New innovations in the space of sunscreen mean that the local sunscreen brand you’re choosing has nailed the formula to give yo

‘Lab Report: The Powerpuff Girls x Casetify includes sugar, spice and everything nice

Take a trip down memory lane with the 90s fan-favourite classic. When I was in primary school, weekday afternoons were spent at my grandma’s, curled up on the couch and watching Cartoon Network. I had a handful of favourites, but if you made me choose one show I couldn’t live without, it would have to be The Powerpuff Girls. As a seven-year-old girl with no idea of the harsh realities of society, I think I genuinely believed I had superpowers and saw myself in Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup. Fo

Singapore’s Changi Airport voted world’s best for a layover

For travellers who have debated whether a layover counts as visiting a particular destination or a dreaded experience, the Singapore Changi Airport will now answer your question. The Southeast Asian airport has been voted the number one layover ‘destination’ in the world. Not far behind, Incheon International Airport in South Korea comes in at an impressive second, and the Hong Kong International Airport completes the top three. It is not us who are making this claim but a new study by Betway h

Weekly Horoscope: A tarot reading of May 29 – June 4, 2023

Tarot is a form of divination that has been used by mystics and tarot readers across the world since ancient times. Tarot is a pictorial system, with a divine message. It helps us to utilise the cosmic energies, and the energies around us to find answers to what we are looking for. We cannot change our destiny, but we can refocus and redirect the paths of our life. With guidance we can bring clarity, honesty, and reassurance to a situation. There are lots of factors we cannot change but a lot o