Hotels & Hospitality: Sora Bar Manager Nimol Leourng on putting Rosewood Phnom Penh and Cambodian cocktails on the world map

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – At first glance, Sora’s newly launched Build & Sip cocktail menu is a celebration of creativity. Inspired by iconic building bricks, the collection transforms nostalgic childhood memories into sophisticated cocktails through Japanese techniques, Cambodian ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship. But behind every carefully constructed drink is an equally considered philosophy, shaped by none other than Bar Manager Nimol Leourng. Perched on the … Continue reading Hotels & Hospitality: Sora Bar Manager Nimol Leourng on putting Rosewood Phnom Penh and Cambodian cocktails on the world map

Food: SUSHIRO Opens at Orchard Gateway With 1-for-1 Sushi, $6 Drinks and a Spin-the-Wheel Surprise

If your next Orchard Road outing could use a sushi break, there’s a new spot to add to the itinerary. SUSHIRO is opening its newest Singapore outlet at Orchard Gateway on 21 August 2026, bringing its signature conveyor belt sushi experience to one of the city’s busiest shopping and lifestyle districts. Located at #B1-07/08, Orchard Gateway, and directly connected to Somerset MRT station, the new … Continue reading Food: SUSHIRO Opens at Orchard Gateway With 1-for-1 Sushi, $6 Drinks and a Spin-the-Wheel Surprise

Sports: Toulouse crowned champions of FIBA 3X3 Singapore Challenge

Toulouse were crowned champions of the FIBA 3×3 Singapore Challenger after defeating Hangzhou Jingwei 21-12 in the final on Sunday evening. The French side, featuring Paul Djoko, Jules Rambaut, Franck Seguela and Hugo Suhard, completed an unbeaten run through the group stage, then overcame Caloocan 18-10 in the quarter-finals and Amsterdam RABOBANK 17-14 in the semi-finals to book their place in the championship game. Their victory brought to … Continue reading Sports: Toulouse crowned champions of FIBA 3X3 Singapore Challenge

Sports: Singapore miss out on quarter-finals after narrow loss to Seef at FIBA 3×3 Singapore Challenge

Singapore missed out on qualification for the quarter-finals of the FIBA 3×3 Singapore Challenger after defeats to Amsterdam RABOBANK and Seef in Pool A on the opening day of competition. Singapore endured a difficult opening match against Amsterdam RABOBANK, going down 22-10 to the Dutch side. The hosts struggled to find their rhythm early as Amsterdam took control and steadily built their advantage.  Singapore responded … Continue reading Sports: Singapore miss out on quarter-finals after narrow loss to Seef at FIBA 3×3 Singapore Challenge

Sports: Netherlands U25 crowned champions of FIBA 3X3 Women’s Series Singapore

Netherlands U25 were crowned champions of the inaugural FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Singapore after defeating Slovenia 16-14 in overtime during a thrilling final on Friday evening. The Dutch side completed an unbeaten run in Singapore, beating Brazil and the top seeds, Ulaanbaatar Amazons, in the knockout rounds before edging out Slovenia in the final match. Fittingly, it was 23-year-old Quinta van Schijndel who delivered the … Continue reading Sports: Netherlands U25 crowned champions of FIBA 3X3 Women’s Series Singapore

Sports: Tough opening day for Singapore at FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Singapore

Singapore missed out on qualification for the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Singapore stop quarter-finals after defeats to China and Netherlands U25 in Pool B on the opening day of the competition. Singapore opened their campaign against China, falling 15-8 in their first match of the day. China made a strong start, racing to a 3-0 lead before Han Xingyue got Singapore on the board. The … Continue reading Sports: Tough opening day for Singapore at FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Singapore

Sports: FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Makes Singapore Debut This August

Four days of international 3×3 basketball are coming to Singapore this August, with the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series making its local debut before the Singapore Challenger returns to the city. Taking place at *SCAPE from 13 to 14 August, the Women’s Series will bring 16 teams from 13 countries to Singapore, including two home teams: Singapore and Lion City. The Singapore side features Commonwealth Games … Continue reading Sports: FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series Makes Singapore Debut This August

Food: Japan’s favourite casual yakitori restaurant Torikizoku arrives at 18 Cross with second Singapore izakaya

It’s always deeply satisfying to have a good yakitori meal: a table gradually filling with skewers, the smoky aroma of grilled meat in the air, drinks arriving cold, and the kind of lively conversation that makes you want to stay for just one more round. That is precisely the energy at Torikizoku, the popular Japanese yakitori chain that has opened its second Singapore outlet at … Continue reading Food: Japan’s favourite casual yakitori restaurant Torikizoku arrives at 18 Cross with second Singapore izakaya

Shopping: CASETiFY Turns Its New Marina Bay Sands Store Into a Singapore-Inspired Resort Escape

Shopping for a new phone case gets a little more holiday-like at CASETiFY’s newest Singapore store. Now open at The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, the new CASETiFY STUDiO transforms the familiar tech-accessories shopping trip into an immersive resort-inspired experience, drawing on Singapore’s tropical character, local flavours and cultural charm. Opened to the public on 30 July 2026, the store introduces CASETiFY Resort, Singapore Edit, … Continue reading Shopping: CASETiFY Turns Its New Marina Bay Sands Store Into a Singapore-Inspired Resort Escape

Hotels & Holidays: Accor Brings Design-Led ibis Styles to Johor Bahru City Centre

Johor Bahru is set to welcome a vibrant new stay with the arrival of ibis Styles Johor Bahru City Centre, scheduled to open in late 2026. Developed through a partnership between global hospitality group Accor and Singapore-based Worldwide Hotels Group, the new hotel will introduce the colourful, design-driven ibis Styles experience to one of Malaysia’s fastest-growing cities. Located within walking distance of Johor Bahru Sentral, … Continue reading Hotels & Holidays: Accor Brings Design-Led ibis Styles to Johor Bahru City Centre