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Bugis Town is bustling with energy and vibrancy this August and September just for you! Enjoy rewards, sure-win prizes, offers and a lively atmosphere at Bugis Junction, Bugis+ and Bugis Street. Look forward to scoring prizes at a gashapon capsule machine available from September 2 onwards.  Prizes to be won include VIP tickets to Stranger Things: The Encounter, free movie tickets at Golden Village and great offers from participating shops in Bugis Junction and Bugis+. Supercharge your life at Bugis Town Here’s how Bugis Town is going to make your visits there so much more enticing. When you play on the gashapon machine, which is available from September 2, you stand to win a variety of prizes – all guaranteed. Enjoy prizes like $5 or $10 vouchers with no minimum spend from multiple brands in Bugis Junction and Bugis+ including Buta Kizoku, Fu Xiao Xian, and Gochi-so Shokudo. Japanese lifestyle brand, Muji, is offering a regular aroma diffuser (worth $89) and make up brand, M.A.C, is giving out kits consisting of products worth over $200. You can also win Puma shoe bags or shopping vouchers from Sun & Sand Sports. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Singapore (@timeoutsg) How to play and win prizes At Bugis+ on Saturdays and Sundays – the 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 10th, 16th and 17th – in September from 2pm to 6pm, you can play on the gashapon capsule machine and win prizes. When you spend a minimum of $50 in a single receipt at either Bugis Junction

Lights out and away we go! The Grand Prix Singapore Season shifts into high gear this weekend as the Formula 1 races reach a fever pitch. Whether you hold tickets to the adrenaline-fuelled races or not, there are plenty of F1-themed activities, dining options, drinking events, and afterparties that you can head to and feel part of the action.  Make a shopping pitstop at Siloso Beachwalk Bazaar or indulge in a Sunday brunch feast at Botanico. Check out rare and vintage toys modelled after iconic racing cars, and come sundown, party it up at Singapore's glitziest clubs. If that gets your engine going, then read on for more spectacular things to do this race weekend!RECOMMENDED: Ultimate guide to F1 including race schedule and fireworks and Where to watch F1 for free

Rev up your energy for the Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) 2023. Experience non-stop excitement as this adrenaline-fuelled event returns with plenty of fanfare from September 8 to 17. The 10-day season serves up a plethora of race-themed festivities and exciting activities across nightlife, entertainment, dining and retail. The main highlight, FORMULA 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023, held September 15 to 17 at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, boasts stunning views of the city skyline and an exciting line-up of international music acts. Go beyond the circuit and feel the buzz of this annual race season at the precinct parties at Orchard Road, Clarke Quay, Kampong Gelam and Sentosa – each with its diverse and unique programming.  So, with all this buzz surrounding the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023, which of the numerous offerings should be on the top of your list? Take this quiz to find out what type of Grand Prix Season Singapore enthusiast you are and what you should be doing this race season. For the ultimate guide to the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023, download the convenient digital guide here and for more information on the Singapore Grand Prix, click here. Now that you know what type of Grand Prix Season Singapore reveller you are, here is our exclusive guide to the plenty of activities in store. Time to gear up for a blast!

Rev up your energy for the Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) 2023. Experience non-stop excitement as this adrenaline-fuelled event returns with plenty of fanfare from September 8 to 17. The 10-day season serves up a plethora of race-themed festivities and exciting activities across nightlife, entertainment, dining and retail. The main highlight, FORMULA 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2023, held September 15 to 17 at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, boasts stunning views of the city skyline and an exciting line-up of international music acts. Go beyond the circuit and feel the buzz of this annual race season at the precinct parties at Orchard Road, Clarke Quay, Kampong Gelam and Sentosa – each with its diverse and unique programming.  So, with all this buzz surrounding the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023, which of the numerous offerings should be on the top of your list? Take this quiz to find out what type of Grand Prix Season Singapore enthusiast you are and what you should be doing this race season. For the ultimate guide to the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2023, download the convenient digital guide here and for more information on the Singapore Grand Prix, click here. Now that you know what type of Grand Prix Season Singapore reveller you are, here is our exclusive guide to the plenty of activities in store. Time to gear up for a blast!

When we think of Bugis, we think of colourful architecture, a vibrant heritage, great walking streets, a wide range of amazing food and drinks as well as beautiful art and culture. And with The Singapore Night Festival featuring light and art installations around the precinct, Bugis Street is all ready for it!

In our land-scarce Lion City that hardly sleeps, even the dead can’t always find a proper resting place. Growing up with so many tales about ghost-sightings or places feeling eerie, we wander across the island in search of the most haunted places. Take note, while some are free and easy for you to explore, some of these spots are located on state land or private property so we wouldn't recommend checking it out – lest you get caught by something scarier than the ghouls: law enforcement. Happy hantu-hunting! RECOMMENDED: Singapore street names and the interesing stories behind them and Tourist attractions Singaporeans never go to

One of the toughest things about moving away from Singapore is missing out on the incredible food you can find here. Our hawker centres and food courts are bursting with familiar favourites like chicken rice, bak chor mee, hokkien mee, nasi lemak, and roti prata – dishes that you can hardly find anywhere else, or with the same quality and taste of home.  Together with online food and grocery delivery platform foodpanda, we ask Singaporeans abroad about the flavours they miss the most. And for Singaporeans still in the country, we share how you can conveniently enjoy these dishes and flavours from the comfort of home.

Hip hop hooray, we’ve been waiting for this genre to make a comeback in Singapore. The nightclubs are back in full force. It’s like the pandemic didn’t happen. It did and we stopped clubbing for a while but we’re back. And for those especially into hip hop, like us, here are the places to get down with it and feel the vibes once again. Get your sneakers on, your two-step ready and your fly self available for these nights we recommend. RECOMMENDED: The best supper spots in Singapore for late-night dining and the best under-the-radar clubs in Singapore

Whenever we hear the word 'milkshake', we can't help but have the musical lyrics of Kelis' tune come to mind: “My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard/ And they're like, it's better than yours/ Damn right, it's better than yours/ I can teach you, but I have to charge.” Now that’s out of the way, we can concentrate on where to get the best of these indulgent American dessert-drinks. Thick, sweet, creamy and in all sorts of flavours and textures, this guilty pleasure is worth a decadent treat. Here’s where to find the best milkshakes that will make you seek their "yard." RECOMMENDED: The best healthy and guilt-free ice cream in Singapore and The best bakeries offering cake delivery in Singapore

Did you know that our island, along with Katong laksa and milo dinosaur, is also the birthplace of a uniquely Southeast Asian art movement? One of the most distinctive art forms in the history of our region, the Nanyang art style was developed in the early 20th century on these very lands, then known as British Malaya. Characterized by vibrant colour palettes and depictions of local scenery and objects, Nanyang art is an important part of our cultural history and continues to inform art development in the region even today. There are great examples of Nanyang art here in Singapore that should be regarded, especially if you’re interested in Southeast Asian art history or just curious to see what some of the first artists on the island created. Here’s a guide to the Nanyang art style and where to find some examples in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: Singapore's best art exhibitions and The best contemporary art galleries and spaces in Singapore

Hari Raya Haji, which falls on June 29 in Singapore, is a holiday celebrated by Muslims to mark the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage. This pilgrimage is an annual one that takes place in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. It is considered the fifth pillar of Islam that every physically and financially capable Muslim is expected to complete at least once in their life. Also known as Eid al-Adha, which means the festival of sacrifice, it is one of the two largest and main holidays in Islam - the other being Hari Raya Puasa, marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.  This year, Saudi Arabia says it will see the largest Hajj pilgrimage in history with expectations of 2.5 million people. Restrictions have been fully lifted after the pandemic in 2020 where there were caps in numbers for people to attend. For Singapore, some 900 Muslims will be fulfilling their Hajj, as these are the numbers allocated to our island-state. RECOMMENDED: Singapore public holidays in 2024 announced, with 5 long weekends and the best halal restaurants and cafés in Singapore

We know the term "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" but sometimes, things can get overdone. And while there are plenty of awesome things to do in Singapore, people also tend to overhype not-so-hype things and queue when it isn't always worth queueing for. Just because something gets a lot of attention – or Instagram likes – doesn't mean it's worth your time and money. Some things are just seriously overrated and will most likely leave you disgruntled and disappointed. Hang on to your seats as we drop some truth bombs about what we think isn't worth the hype. We know you won't agree with everything – and we're not stopping you from checking these places out to satisfy your curiosity – but consider yourself warned. RECOMMENDED If you're looking for good vibes only, check out the 101 best things to do in Singapore and the best attractions in Singapore

Wunderground Festival 2023 – an immersive three-year initiative by the Singapore Retailers Association (SRA) to transform Singapore’s retail and lifestyle sector – is here. Held over two venues, a city experience at 37 Emerald Hill from September 21 to October 1, and a heartland experience at Tampines West from October 6 to 15, Wunderground will feature homegrown collaborations between retail and lifestyle brands.  Head down to each part of the festival to discover, explore and shop these exclusive and limited edition collaborations that will have cross promotions and unique product offerings just for you. Expect Instagrammable opportunities, art displays, gastronomic delights, live entertainment with DJs and giveaways to add to the festival atmosphere.  There will also be Tik Tok live streaming with featured brands and influencers for a fresh retail experience. And for those into workshops and learning, there will be The Skill Vault – Workshops where you can participate in fashion, beauty, wellness and crafts-related workshops.  This is the first edition of Wunderground 2023 with two more annual editions planned in the pipeline. Other than boosting Singapore’s retail and lifestyle sector with a fresh perspective, Wunderground also aims to propel homegrown collaborations into international markets in the longer term, as well as attracting a new wave of local talent. To find out more about this initiative and keep up to date with what’s happening, click here.

This one’s for the fashionistas and shoppers looking for more variety, a different kind of fun shopping experience and affordable fashion that doesn’t burst the wallet. Barrack is featuring over 40 leading fashion e-commerce retailers in one space from September 22 to October 1. This first-of-its-kind marketplace will have online e-commerce fashion brands displaying their apparel, accessories, bags, jewellery and beauty products at an offline space at 708-710 Geylang Road, just four minutes walk from Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ Mall). This pop-up fiesta across two levels will feature DJs playing live music, live streaming of Facebook and TikTok influencers, fashion blogger meet ups, a fashion parade, games and activities, cash prizes and giveaways, styling competitions and workshops, garage sales and a pop up bar. There are photo booths setup for you to have some fun and create memories with your friends too. To add to all that, Barrack is also running an  influencers’ pre-loved apparel sales where proceeds will go to Animal Lovers League and a Fashion Night Out on September 27. With plenty to see, shop and do with friends and family, Barrack is an upcoming one-stop fashion destination packed with exciting activities to make your shopping an enjoyable one. Find out more here.

Repping the best of DJ talent in Southeast Asia are Emel Rowe and Saint Guel from the Philippines who will be performing here in Singapore at Tuff Club on September 16. Expect an evening of electronic and house music by these seasoned DJ-producers who have rocked the Manila nightlife scene as well as the region and internationally. Supporting the duo at this Sivilian Affairs night are local talents Ulysses and David Jacob.

Experience the G-Force is Zouk’s three-night Formula 1 weekend party where the dance floor becomes your racetrack. On Sep 14, DJ Wukong will hit the decks with his signature blend of ethnic Asian sounds and EDM. On Sep 15, Yeti Out will seamlessly blend garage, house, sino grime and rap at Phuture. And on Sep 16, DJs Riva Starr and the Dunmore Brothers from Defected Records will showcase their essence of house music’s heart and soul. There’s plenty of music choices to dance to here.

Housed within a Chinese heritage mansion in Clarke Quay, Yang Club is having a unique line-up of DJs over race weekend. Presenting Full Throttle on Sep 16 are guest DJs revving the urban and electronic beats with DJ Zozulya from Russia, Andre “Puffy” Parris from Barbados playing Caribbean-EDM sounds and Singapore’s Anrev who is a Red Bull 3Style Singapore Champion 2019. Sep 15 sees resident DJs Sherpa, Alvin and Kidd Royale featuring Mr Boo spinning out the best of hip hop and RnB music that Yang does best.

The most exclusive and glamorous Formula 1 weekend afterparty, Amber Lounge, is featuring Grammy Award-winning hip hop sensation Lil Jon as the headline DJ act for Sep 16, alongside guest star appearances by hype man Fatman Scoop. There will also be performances by The Stickmen Project, Bangkok Invaders and DJ Tom Jagger on Sep 17. Expect plenty of glitz, glam and celebrity-mingling at this party weekend.

If you’re looking for an alternative thing to do that combines the music element of clubbing and wellness, Immersion could be the event for you. Held at Wild Pearl Studio, Wild Pearl’s latest and bigger venue in Pearl’s Hill Terrace, on September 5 from 6.30am-9am, this sober rave is for the early risers, electronic music heads and wellness enthusiasts. Created by the founders of two local music collectives, Yes You’s Nick Levanic and Wild Pearl’s Chris Shearmon, the concept for Immersion takes inspiration from sober raves that are popular in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Many factors bring Chris and Nick together – they go to the same gym, Chris’ social circles are becoming more fitness inclined and he stopped drinking last year. Nick has also collaborated with Amanda Ang, or AKA Sounds, booking Madam X at Moonstone earlier this year, who inspired the trio after seeing Madam X play at sober raves in New Zealand – and AKA Sounds will be DJing at Immersion. It’s no surprise they want to bring all these factors together for what they love – nightlife and wellness. Chris describes Immersion as “basically Wonderfruit’s Solar Village with a trip to the wellness area in between DJs.” “We believe many people in the scene would welcome a healthy alternative to experiencing club music, and we anticipate welcoming back OG’s of the DJ and party community who now have families and other responsibilities which keep them from going out late at night,” shares Chris with us. Other than

While some of us may think lunchtime is too much of a rush hour, we think this restaurant is worth the sit-down meal. Located on the quiet street of Bukit Pasoh, Beurre@23 serves up a lunch deal you’d want to indulge in. When you step into this modern European fusion restaurant, you’re greeted with an ambience of warm lighting, calming aromas and soft music. Setting the stage for a reasonable two- ($39) or three-course ($45) menu for lunch, this casual yet intimate venue is a great place for a break away from a hectic work day or for business meetings and corporate discussions.  Start with in-house made sourdough bread and soft buns topped with kombu butter as your appetisers are prepared in an open-concept kitchen. Pick between a tangy Hotaru-ika squid salad or refreshing cold somen noodles with fresh scallops. The main course features tender and juicy Iberian pork served in a Wagyu-steak style that’s topped with pine nuts to give that smoky flavour. The meat melts in your mouth and the taste will linger on in your thoughts, even a few days after. Honestly, if there is only one dish you have in Beurre@23, it’s this one. If you prefer seafood, there’s a crispy yet chewy soft shell crab risotto where every pinkish-red spoonful explodes with rich flavour.  For dessert lovers, there’s a passionfruit ice cream dish served with meringue and brown butter sauce – a perfect combination of sweet, sour and salty. Every dish is plated so immaculately that you’d want to have your phones

Experience a bit of South Korea at Pocha! Korean Street Dining. It is inspired by Pojangmacha (포장마차), a type of colourful small tent or street stall, sometimes on wheels, commonly found on the streets of South Korea. Located in Plaza Singapura, Northpoint CIty and Jem, expect the essence of Korean comfort dishes right here in Singapore. Pocha’s latest Super Stars menu has eight recommendations, such as the creamy Shin ramyeon, hangari bokkeumbab, budae jjigae, tteokbokki with fishcakes, pork bulgogi, Krispy Chunks with fried tteok, seafood pancake and potato corndog. All these are mouth-watering and worth a try. On top of that, Pocha also offers a wide selection of staples – such as Korean stew, noodles, tteokbokki, bulgogi, bibimbab – to satisfy any cravings for Korean food. Other than food, Pocha also offers a Drinks Hackathon that allows diners to taste creative combinations of Pocha’s Korean pouch drinks and Terra beer or Chamisul soju. Catch the Rainbow Train, soju drinks that are visually pleasing and so flavourful that you may think of a rainbow when you taste them. Diners can also craft their own unique concoctions and enjoy a memorable and fun dining experience at Pocha.

Bringing together house and techno heads as well as those wanting to know more about this genre of music is a party night called Secret Garden happening on September 2. This is the first time five local music collectives consisting of DJs and party promoters come together to showcase house and techno music.  Held at two spaces within Dirty Blonde – indoor and outdoor – at Sky Garden in Suntec City, music collectives Ciel Social, Krate, Therapy Room, WM Records and Yes You will altogether feature 15 DJs that take you on a musical journey from 4pm-4am.  Just coming off their first anniversary in mid-August, Ciel Social is a trio of DJs who came together to spread their love of electronic music. At Secret Garden, Andre Marc, Chirag K and Halis will share the decks with electronic music DJ Fake Tattoos from India. Krate is a pop-up club concept that has hosted events at big venues like Suntec City Convention Centre. With the pandemic halting their big plans, Krate is back in the party game represented by DJs Taz Anguillia and Erwin Linden at Secret Garden. Having started during the pandemic, Therapy Room features DJs who chat with the duo behind this collective about music and their mental health on YouTube. Shaun Nocturnals and Sivanesh Pillai will be helming the decks for this crew. Meaning Where is your Mum, WM Records is a sextet of French men who got tired of the same-old scene in Hong Kong and took parties into their own hands. Throwing moody techno and brutal acid house mu

REVIEW, August 18: It seems like apt timing to be showing 2:22 – A Ghost Story by the Singapore Repertory Theatre during the Hungry Ghost Festival in Singapore. The two-hour supernatural thriller keeps you on the edge of your seat (or your hands over your mouth, for some of us) as the great storytelling unfolds by award-winning writer Danny Robins.  A young couple, Jenny and Sam, are excited about their new lives – moving into a new home and renovating it, with a baby in tow. But what makes it all unsettling is every night, peculiar sounds of someone moving about the house can be heard, most often through their baby’s monitor, and always at 2.22am sharp.  Set in a generic area of Milton Road in England, the creative set design, lighting flashes to depict change of scenes, and slow motion movements of the actors showing time-lapses give a feel of a Netflix thriller where you don’t have to press “Next Episode” as the flow seamlessly does that for you. It keeps you wanting more, always thinking what’s going to happen next.  Punched with clever humour, eye-roll sarcasm and a believable cast of friends whose lives you readily delve into, 2.22 – A Ghost Story is a must-see for everyone, even those afraid of horror stories. It raises uneasy questions: what happens when your spouse doesn’t believe you, which wins the battle between logic and the supernatural, and do the dead attach themselves to real-life things or just memories? June 19: 2.22 – A Ghost Story by the Singapore Repert

Local party collective, Ciel Social, made up of three DJs – Singaporean Andre Marc, Indian Chirag K and Turkish Halis Can – are celebrating their first anniversary as a collective and they want you to party with them. Held on Saturday, 12 August at Sand Bar in Sentosa from 4pm, expect an evening of progressive house music and melodic techno by the trio and their international guest DJ. Colombian electronic music producer-DJ Kamilo Sanclemente will take over the decks for a good three hours in a sundowner set. We had a chat with Chirag who is grateful for the year they’ve had. “Our first year has been more than we imagined, from three friends who share a passion for mixing  to a community of over 1,500 music enthusiasts! We're proud of the different genre-bending event series we've brought to Singapore, from sun-soaked Social Sunsets to pulsating Sense techno nights and memorable Ciel Social Specials with international artistes. We’re excited for what the future holds, new artistes, venues and immersive sounds that keep our guests coming back for more.”  “Together, we've created a passionate community that elevates Singapore's diversity with new sounds, talent and experiences,” shares Chirag. And he’s right. Ciel Social continues this elevation of sounds and experiences with their upcoming celebration. This is an anniversary party not to be missed. Secure your tickets here.

Singapore Design Week is one festival we always look forward to for its creative, future-focused programmes. This year, it’s back from September 21 to October 1 to mark DesignSingapore Council’s 20th anniversary with the theme of ‘Better by Design.’ And it is adding a new Friday Late programme to keep things fresh. Photograph: Kinetic Singapore Explore a district of innovation, sustainability and inclusivity  Happening at Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) Design District are a series of specially commissioned installations that focus on the themes of innovation, sustainability and inclusivity. Playground of Possibilities at the National Design Centre by Jackson Tan of creative agency, BLACK, is where you’d tap into your inner child as you discover 12 design projects from Singapore that tackle challenges of today such as climate change and digital disruptions. Journey into four immersive playscapes – Explore, Empathise, Imagine and Adapt – to experience highlights, such as a possible future of building facades made with material that cools naturally like an elephant’s skin or a dementia-friendly mini public housing estate.  Over at School of Tomorrow at Selegie Arts Centre by Pann Lim of Kinetic Singapore, sustainability takes centrestage. If you’ve ever wondered about the effects of microplastics on the body, then school is in session to provide answers for you. Embark on a learning journey through biology, chemistry, maths, social studies and geography classes that will bring you clo

Food and online grocery delivery app, foodpanda, is giving us added convenience with its latest exclusive partnership with supermarkets Cold Storage, CS Fresh and Giant for grocery deliveries within the hour. Rewards app yuu is also part of this partnership where you can earn points and rewards across both platforms. Same prices online as in-store Prices online are the same as those in-store, via the foodpanda app, so you don’t have to worry about any extra hidden costs. You can pick from a range of 20,000 grocery items, including fresh produce, combined from the Cold Storage, CS Fresh and Giant supermarkets island-wide. Let the algorithm work for you on the foodpanda app as recommended products are personalised based on past purchases for an enhanced grocery shopping experience. Photograph: foodpanda Fresh products delivered in an hour Store pickers are trained to identify stale products and must ensure that products have an expiry date of no less than seven days – before each order is packed, stored and shipped in quick time to maintain maximum freshness, assures DFI Retail Group, who own the three supermarkets. And foodpanda says it will deliver your grocery needs within an hour. Earn rewards and points Added to this is that customers can now earn yuu points on foodpanda transactions made across over 20,000 restaurants and merchants in Singapore at a “$1 = 1 yuu Point” earn rate. Accumulated yuu points can be also used to offset future purchases or redeem rewards on yuu

If you’re up for a guaranteed good time that won’t hurt your wallet, TAP Craft Beer Bar is the place to be. TAP already has a formidable Thai food selection in its menu. With this new addition, SHABU by TAP incorporates the long standing tradition of having beer with traditional Shabu hotpots. TAP wants authentic shabu shabu paired with craft beer to be the new norm. Also, TAP is offering a $100 bundle that includes six drinks of any 16-ounce beer and wine by the glass and three bites, like milk brined popcorn chicken, a crowd favourite, homemade chicken satay and truffle cream fries that are worth the indulgence at an additional $5. TAP says you can save between 20-35% on your bill, depending on what is ordered. Now that’s value for money, we say! Photograph: TAP Craft Beer Bar In this current time of rising costs of living, TAP wants to extend these savings to their customers to show that you don’t need to spend a lot in order to unwind, hang out with friends and enjoy some good ol’ drinks and food. With three locations to choose from – Penang Road, Chulia Street and Robinson Road – TAP prides itself in being a craft beer chain that gives the best value. They are always looking at ways to provide the best without compromising on quality. With 20 international craft beers on rotation, they get to take advantage of greater volume discounts when importing their products. This means cheaper and great quality products for their customers. A win-win, we think! So, gather some f

American rock band, The Strokes, is coming to Singapore on August 2 for the first time ever as a headliner. They will perform at Marina Bays Sands Expo and Convention Centre as part of their 2023 Asia tour. Free-standing tickets are priced from $148 and will be available to the public from June 7 at 2pm via www.ticketmaster.sg and www.marinabaysands.com. There’s also a VIP Experience package for $188 that includes merchandise. Their sixth studio album, The New Abnormal, won The Best Rock Album at the 63rd Grammy Awards in 2021. This album was their first in seven years. Their latest album release, The Strokes The Singles - Volume 01, was in February 2023. It comprises a seven-inch vinyl box set with ten original vinyl singles released from the band’s first three studio albums. The Strokes is made up of singer Julian Casablancas, guitarists Nick Valensi and Albert Hammond Jr, bassist Nikolai Fraiture and drummer Fabrizio Moretti. MORE MUSIC TO CHECK OUT 🎶 The best live music venues in SingaporeBrit-Asian DJ Yung Singh heading to Singapore in debut Asia tourThe best recording studios in Singapore

Having played in some of Europe’s biggest nightclubs, British-Punjabi DJ Yung Singh is heading to Singapore for two phenomenal nights in his debut Asian summer tour. A name that has been blowing up since 2021, Yung Singh will be playing in Singapore on August 3 at Mandala Club and August 4 at MDLR. Other cities include Hong Kong on July 29, Kuala Lumpur on August 2, Bali on August 5 and Bangkok on August 9. He is also one of the DJs to be playing at Fuji Rock Festival in Japan on July 28, which is such an achievement.  Never one to be pigeon-holed, Yung Singh is an open format DJ who blends UK garage, hip hop, grime, drum and bass, jungle and, not forgetting, Punjabi music effortlessly together. Fiercely proud of his Punjabi-Sikh roots, he partnered with Ministry of Sound in 2021 to produce ‘The Birth of Punjabi Garage,’ a documentary about this unique, and often ignored, genre of music that heavily influenced Yung Singh growing up, which he continues to lead. He was awarded ‘Breakthrough DJ of the Year’ by DJ Mag in 2021. Definitely a title earned as he went viral with his mind-(and feet) blowing Boiler Room set that certainly made all the clubbers out there remember, especially after pandemic lockdowns, why we love clubbing so much in the first place.  Check Yung Singh’s Instagram for updates on ticket sales.

After stepping off a long flight, there's nothing worse than a long and slow queue at immigration holding you back from the comforts of your hotel. Now, more travellers to Singapore can escape that fate – thanks to an expanded Automated Clearance Initiative (ACI) by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). The ICA announced that more eligible foreign visitors, even first-timers to our island city, can use the automated lanes for immigration clearance at Changi Airport without prior enrolment. What's more, it has expanded the ACI to 51 jurisdictions, up from 16 when the initiative was first introduced in May 2022. If you're a passport holder from ASEAN, Australia, Canada, India, Japan, and Switzerland, among others, then congratulations – you qualify. Holders of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (ABTC) Business Travel Card are similarly able to use the automated gates.  So far, more than 4 million foreign visitors have cleared immigration through the automated lanes and are enrolled in the process. Enrollment is also automatic – biometrics like eyes, face and fingerprints are recorded during the arrival clearance (if this has not already happened in a previous trip to Singapore) and is then included in an electronic visit pass (e-Pass) which is mailed to the visitor after clearance. Once enrolled, foreign visitors will be able to use the automated lanes during departure and on subsequent visits to Singapore. This raises the question: do we even have enough automated lane