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Opera Gallery specialises in contemporary and modern art, and has 16 exhibition spaces around the world, with the branch in Singapore located at Ion Orchard

Much To Say: Singapore's Contemporary Art Scene Isn't Slowing Down

The field has its challenges, but the forces driving it are not letting up in the name of facilitating social commentary.

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Photos: Cher Him, assisted by May Chong / Grooming: Keith Bryant Lee, using Kevin Murphy & Nars

The Collectors: Jian Yang's First Toy Was Not A Barbie

Before Jian Yang began collecting Barbie dolls, he was already hoarding boy toys like dinosaurs, vehicles, and Stormtroopers.

French Artist Bernar Venet Marks The 10th Anniversary Of His Foundation

France’s greatest living artist celebrates the 10th anniversary of his foundation in Le Muy in the heart of picturesque Provence.

Dr Chua Yang runs A Clinic for Women at Mount Alvernia Medical Centre (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Dr Chua Yang Tells Stories Of Singaporean Women To Fundraise For Causes

The OB/GYN puts together photo books to help needy medical students and survivors of domestic violence.

Samuel Yen was 18 when he signed up to be a bone marrow donor (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Samuel Yen Is One Of Singapore's Youngest Bone Marrow Donors

The 20-year-old hopes to inspire others with the joy of giving and saving lives.

Eva Chow was married to restaurateur Michael Chow from 1992 to 2018

Eva Chow Brings Her Traditionally Distilled Soju To Singapore

The cultural personality had her first taste of the alcoholic beverage during a dinner with Korean rapper Psy.

‘The Glasshouse’ is just one of the gorgeous spaces at “Time.Rone” that takes you back to post-WWII Melbourne

The Beauty Of Decay At Time.Rone, An Immersive Art Exhibition In Perth

Multidisciplinary artist Tyrone Wright continues to explore the theme of beauty in decay in his “Time.Rone” exhibition at The Art Gallery of Western Australia in Perth.

Joshua Tay first interacted closely with ex-offenders when he joined the Yellow Ribbon Bursary committee in 2016 (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Joshua Tay Minimises The Risk Of Intergenerational Offending

NeuGen Fund’s chairman believes that timely intervention can disrupt the phenomenon.

Grammy-winning Carmen Bradford Sings At Jazz Association (Singapore) Benefit Gala

On 19 October, Carmen Bradford performs at the Jazz Association (Singapore) Benefit Gala. Proceeds support local young talents and community outreach.

Dr Audrey Looi was inspired to start the charity after her son was diagnosed with Stargardt disease (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Dr Audrey Looi Supports Underprivileged Children With Low Vision

The oculoplastic surgeon co-founded iC2 PrepHouse to make customised interventions available to the needy.

Vivian Lim is also the founder of not-for-profit organisation The Idea Co

Vivian Lim Broadens Our Horizons With Ideas Worth Spreading

TEDxSingapore's lead curator entices the community to be curious about the world around us.

Michelle Chow with the Range Rover SWB 3.0L Phev Autobiography (Credit: Zaphs Zhang. )

Michelle Chow Drives Conscious Consumption

The founder of Pass It On and Green-House makes sustainable living easier.

Rodney Loh initially launched NextofKin Creatives as an industrial design firm, but turned it into a multidisciplinary creative studio along the way (Credit: Mun Kong. )

Rodney Loh Uses Design To Actualise Singapore’s First Senior Lion Dance Troupe

NextofKin Creatives' founder collaborated with other agencies to ginger up active ageing.

Opera Gallery Changed Gilles Dyan's Perspective On Art

As the gallery marks its 30th anniversary, founder Gilles Dyan reflects on the gallery’s remarkable journey and the transformative power of art.

Seah Liang Chiang with the Range Rover SWB 3.0L Phev Autobiography (Credit: Zaphs Zhang. )

Seah Liang Chiang Builds Hotels That Can Be Relocated

Tiny Pod’s founder makes it possible to enjoy off-grid stays while reducing your carbon footprint.

Hannah Mills also launched a programme that creates equal opportunities both on and off the water in professional sailing

Tidal Trailblazer: Greater Environmental Consciousness In Sailing With Hannah Mills

The two-time Olympic gold medallist leads initiatives that eradicate single-use plastic in and beyond sports.

Opinion: We Must Avoid Falling In Love With Our Own Solutions

StraitsX's founder runs an ecosystem tailored to the needs of Southeast Asian consumers and businesses.

Nathaniel Phua with the Range Rover SWB 3.0L Phev Autobiography (Credit: Zaphs Zhang. )

Nathaniel Phua Tackles Food Waste With Black Soldier Flies

Ento Industries’ founder supports local farms with insect-based agriculture products.