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A former travel writer with fond memories of solo adventures in Southeast Asia, Arman is now founder and editor of Everyday People SG.
If you ever see him approaching with a camera and voice recorder in hand, please choose kindness and don’t decline his request for an interview.
29 May – 31 July 2026: The walkathon by the Food Bank Singapore is in support of individuals from lower-income households experiencing gaps in reliable food access.
26 – 31 May 2026: Part of the prestigious HSBC BWF World Tour, the event returns as one of the most anticipated tournaments on the global badminton calendar.
22 – 24 May 2026: Taking place at the iconic Kallang Basin, the only night race of the year promises an atmosphere like no other.
The Sales & Technology Leader at Amazon Web Services shares how Ultimate Performance completely transformed her life. “I remember the day my right hand nearly slipped away from…
15 – 30 May 2026: SIFA transforms stages and public spaces into sites of play, inviting audiences to explore, experiment, engage and be inspired by the arts.
4 – 17 May 2026: The Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre presents a vibrant celebration of Chinese culture and heritage through the art of dance.
1 – 24 May 2026: Discover our maritime heritage through cultural performances, guided trails, workshops, exhibitions and more.
1 – 2 May 2026: The Singapore Navy Museum celebrates the vital contributions of the people of the Republic of Singapore Navy
24 April – 17 May 2026: Tulipmania for its 12th edition with a vibrant tribute to the Netherlands’ rich artistic legacy.
Word on the Street | The Singaporean multidisciplinary artist reveals her hopes and motivations for writing Secondary: The Musical.
“For me, the award felt like validation for the entire journey. All the late nights, revisions and creative problem-solving had led to something tangible. But more than anything, it also felt like a beginning.”
What does it mean to carry the torch of a family business? The founder of Santan by Auntie Bedah shares from the heart. This story was first featured…
“Eventually, I made the difficult decision to step away from my career to focus on understanding my son’s needs. I returned to study special education, educational psychology, and various therapy approaches; not because I wanted to start a business, but because I wanted my child to survive and thrive. “
“Ragas are straight-up sound medicine for the soul. People have experienced it for themselves, and science backs it up as well. Specific ragas can lower cortisol and steady heart rate, bringing balance to the autonomic nervous system.”
Word on the Street | The Tokyo-based resident shares how living in Japan is different from living back home in Singapore.
“In societies where fair skin was often idealised – especially for someone with a Chinese name – my darker complexion became a target. I was called names like Blackie and Dirty Skin, words that slowly taught me to believe that something about me was unacceptable.”
Must-Watch Video: The BJJ coach at Enjoy The Process Jiu-Jitsu Academy imparts wisdom about truly being in the present moment.
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27 – 28 February 2026: Chingay returns with the new theme of “WISH”. Check out our guide to the 2026 edition of the parade.
18 February – 19 March 2026: Ramadan sees the Muslim community fast as an act of spiritual discipline. Here’s a guide to the holy month in Singapore.