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Mala, Massages, and More: Singaporeans Share What They Copped With CDC Vouchers

Mala, Massages, and More: Singaporeans Share What They Copped With CDC Vouchers

Free money? In this economy?

by RICE June 23, 2024

Meet Kai, the Singaporean Who’s Trying To Make TCM Gummies a Thing in New York

Meet Kai, the Singaporean Who’s Trying To Make TCM Gummies a Thing in New York

A Singaporean's journey across the Big Apple with modern TCM.

by RICE March 8, 2024

Singapore’s Disappearing Ice Cream Sandwiches Are Thriving in Vietnam

Singapore’s Disappearing Ice Cream Sandwiches Are Thriving in Vietnam

A new lease on life 3,000km from home.

by RICE July 2, 2023

The Unironic Endeavour To Turn Lee Kuan Yew’s Face Into Bling

The Unironic Endeavour To Turn Lee Kuan Yew’s Face Into Bling

From statesman to style icon.

by RICE June 20, 2023

Goodbye Scandi-Boho-Japandi-Minimalism. Hello Cluttercore

Goodbye Scandi-Boho-Japandi-Minimalism. Hello Cluttercore

A messy 2023 is upon us soon, and we say it's time everyone embraces (artfully-arranged) clutter.

by RICE December 6, 2022

In Sarawak, a Hidden Japanese Shrine Offers an Alternative Pre-WWII History

In Sarawak, a Hidden Japanese Shrine Offers an Alternative Pre-WWII History

Deep in the jungles of Sarawak, the Yorioka Shrine stands as testament to the once cordial relationship Malaysians have with the Japanese. Then, World War II happened. Now, a group of Japanese Sarawakians are determined to not let this chapter of history be forgotten.

by RICE November 7, 2022

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Districts

Tai Seng’s Best-Kept Secret Is Kapo Factory Building’s Hidden Cultural Gems

Tai Seng’s Best-Kept Secret Is Kapo Factory Building’s Hidden Cultural Gems

From Hokkien vinyl records to vintage PAP memorabilia.

by RICE

April 19, 2024

Grindsets

Prime Time: How SGFR Store’s Gen Z Founders Built a Cult Gen Alpha Following

Prime Time: How SGFR Store’s Gen Z Founders Built a Cult Gen Alpha Following

“I don’t care if my mum scolds. This is for SGFR.”

by RICE

March 6, 2024

Districts

A Brief History of Holland Village

A Brief History of Holland Village

Even with several new malls and buildings sprouting up over the years, there’s an inexplicable charm to Holland Village that transcends time, drawing people back repeatedly.

by RICE

February 18, 2024

Singapore, Unfiltered

What Has Gotten Cheaper Over Time in Singapore?

What Has Gotten Cheaper Over Time in Singapore?

“My mama shop sells Soju and Strong Zeroes cheaper than all the chains.”

by RICE

February 4, 2024

Coming Of Age

An Adulting Dummy’s Guide to Cashback

An Adulting Dummy’s Guide to Cashback

When you’re spending money, might as well earn some back.

by RICE

November 22, 2023